Virtual Root Servers
What Are Root Servers?
With a root server you get full access to your own server. Decide for yourself how many clients and projects you want to host. Absolute freedom — you configure the system entirely to your needs.
Tailored to Your Needs
Server Plans
Your own server with root access, NVMe SSD and personal support from Zurich. All prices per month with annual billing. Plesk and Windows optionally available at an additional cost.
- SSD (Best Effort)10 GB
- RAM768 MB
- CPU (shared)1
- Network100 Mbit
- TrafficUnlimited
- Daily BackupIncluded
- SSD (Best Effort)20 GB
- RAM1 GB
- CPU (shared)1
- Network500 Mbit
- TrafficUnlimited
- Daily BackupIncluded
- SSD (Best Effort)40 GB
- RAM2 GB
- CPU (shared)2
- Network1 GBit
- TrafficUnlimited
- Daily BackupIncluded
- SSD Storage80 GB
- RAM (dedicated)4 GB
- CPU Cores (dedicated)4
- Network1 GBit
- TrafficUnlimited
- Daily BackupIncluded
- SSD Storage150 GB
- RAM (dedicated)8 GB
- CPU Cores (dedicated)6
- Network1 GBit
- TrafficUnlimited
- Daily BackupIncluded
- SSD Storage250 GB
- RAM (dedicated)16 GB
- CPU Cores (dedicated)8
- Network1 GBit
- TrafficUnlimited
- Daily BackupIncluded
- SSD Storage400 GB
- RAM (dedicated)32 GB
- CPU Cores (dedicated)16
- Network10 GBit
- TrafficUnlimited
- Daily BackupIncluded
- SSD Storage500 GB
- RAM (dedicated)40 GB
- CPU Cores (dedicated)24
- Network10 GBit
- TrafficUnlimited
- Daily BackupIncluded
- SSD Storage1'000 GB
- RAM (dedicated)64 GB
- CPU Cores (dedicated)32
- Network10 GBit
- TrafficUnlimited
- Daily BackupIncluded
- NVMe-SSD1'500 GB
- RAM (dedicated)90 GB
- CPU Cores (dedicated)40
- Network (dedicated)10 GBit
- TrafficUnlimited
- Daily BackupIncluded
- NVMe-SSD2'000 GB
- RAM (dedicated)160 GB
- CPU Cores (dedicated)50
- Network (dedicated)10 GBit
- TrafficUnlimited
- Daily BackupIncluded
- NVMe-SSD4'000 GB
- RAM (dedicated)240 GB
- CPU Cores (dedicated)64
- Network (dedicated)10 GBit
- TrafficUnlimited
- Daily BackupIncluded
Included with All Servers
Powerful and Superior
Benefits of Your Own Server
Maximum control, performance and security for your projects.
NVMe SSD Storage
Blazing-fast NVMe SSD storage for maximum I/O performance. Your websites and databases load in record time.
Full Root Access
Absolute freedom: Install your own software and configure the server to your needs. SSH, RDP (Windows) or virtual console down to the BIOS.
DDoS Protection Included
Free DDoS protection for all servers. Your server stays online, even during attacks.
Windows or Linux
Choose between Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS or Windows Server with RDP access. 64-bit operating systems with ASP.NET support.
Server Management Included
Virtual console (VNC) down to the BIOS, firewall, start, stop and reset server, statistics — all through your customer panel.
100% Green Energy
All servers run on renewable energy from hydro, wind and solar power. Swiss data center with 24h monitoring.
100% Whitelabel
Your own logo in Plesk, custom rDNS entries and custom server name. Perfect for resellers and agencies.
Plesk Management
Optional with Plesk Obsidian: Conveniently manage websites, email, DNS, SSL certificates, WordPress Toolkit and backups via a web interface. More about Plesk →
Mail Server
Email server with IMAP/POP3 and encrypted sending. With Plesk additionally: Webmail, spam filter, virus scanner and ActiveSync.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ — Root Server & vServer
A root server is a virtual or dedicated server with full root access. You can freely choose the operating system, software and configuration. At FireStorm you get vServers with guaranteed resources, NVMe SSD storage and an optional Plesk Panel — ideal for web projects, agencies and resellers.
You can choose between Linux (Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS) and Windows Server. All systems are 64-bit. Windows Server is available at an additional cost and supports ASP.NET.
Plesk Obsidian is optionally available at an additional cost. It lets you conveniently manage websites, email, databases, DNS and SSL certificates via a web interface. Without Plesk you manage the server via SSH. View all Plesk features →
Yes, upgrades are possible at any time with pro-rated billing. Start small and scale as needed — more storage, RAM and CPU cores are just one click away.
Yes, daily server backups are included with all plans. Additionally, you can use the Plesk Backup Manager to set up your own scheduled backups on external FTP servers.
All servers are located in our Swiss data center and are powered by 100% green energy. Your data is subject to Swiss data protection law. 24/7 monitoring with redundant power supply and network connectivity.
Our team in Zurich assists via email, phone and live chat with server, network and hardware questions. We also offer managed services on request.
Help & Guides
Knowledge Base
Finding the Right Root Server
If you are planning larger web projects, an online shop or a website with high traffic, a root server is the best choice. Unlike a conventional web hosting package, you get full control over the server with root privileges. At FireStorm, virtual servers (vServers) are available with guaranteed resources such as CPU, RAM and SSD storage allocated to you.
What Exactly Is a Root Server?
A root server is a physical or virtual machine available to you for the permanent operation of services and applications. The software distributes tasks across the system and ensures optimal utilization. Root servers are particularly suited for webmasters who need the highest performance and quality — whether for hosting, game servers, databases or custom applications.
Our vServers Offer Many Benefits
Fast NVMe SSD storage, hundreds of one-click applications, professional consultation, free SSL certificates and the choice between Linux and Windows. On top of that, network security with DDoS protection and firewall, real-time log analysis, MySQL databases and full management via Plesk. All from Switzerland, with 100% green energy and personal support from Zurich.
Where Is a Root Server Worth Using?
Wherever you need more control and performance: online shops, login areas with many users, large databases, game servers, chat systems or custom SaaS platforms. Agencies and resellers also benefit from the whitelabel capability and the ability to manage multiple clients on a single server.
Our Exclusive Service Just for You
At FireStorm you get not just a server, but also personal support. Restore points, continuous security updates, automatic patches and an HA cluster for maximum availability (optional). Our team in Zurich is here to help with all your questions.