Virtual Server
Safe, reliable and flexible

HRZ's virtual server (V-Server) service provides a central service that simplifies the setup and operation of virtual machines. By choosing this service, you can benefit from existing server infrastructure without having to procure your own hardware. At the same time you remain the responsible administrator of your virtual machines.

User groups

The service can be requested by organisational units of the TU.

Service characteristics

Virtual servers offer...

  • high-performance network and storage infrastructure
  • highly available technology without additional hardware maintenance by the users
  • monitoring of the central infrastructure
  • disaster recovery
  • expansion of the resource according to demand
  • reliably planned and announced system times
  • The subnet/IP address for the server is specified by the HRZ or must be available in the central server room.
  • The computer login is performed by the HRZ. Users can register additional aliases according to their wishes and from their own domains.
  • In case of security incidents, HRZ is authorized to lock virtual servers on the network side (security agreement).
  • Users are responsible for application-specific backups.

This offer is subject to a fee.

There are two different basic packages to choose from, which cover the most common service requirements.

Overview of the basic packages and prices

Information about the available operating system versions