Servers for SMBs: Big Storage, Small Size
An on-site server set-up used to mean a large, expensive air-conditioned room filled with racks. In an age where storage technology is faster and smaller than ever, that’s no longer the case.Whether you’re a small business looking to set up a new server environment, or a medium to large business looking to save space in your building, server architecture these days is more space-saving and cost-effective than ever.

The World of Data Storage and Workstations Has Changed
Small businesses need to store their data somewhere; client data, work files, projects, and more. It all needs to be accessible on-site and even off-site if your teams travel while they work. A server setup is the perfect solution, installing a network that allows your business to centralise data storage, removing fragmented projects and back-and-forth emails with files attached. However, small to medium businesses often don’t need the scale of server installations larger businesses do; whole rooms dedicated to file storage. It’s not financially sensible, and can be intrusive in smaller workspaces. If you’re an SMB, you need something that gets the job done without costing you a fortune.Why Opt for On-Site Storage Over A Cloud-Based System?
Cloud technology plays its part in the file ecosystem in today’s modern networking world, but while it has its advantages, on-site storage offers some important benefits that many SMBs simply can’t ignore: Localised File Storage: If your business handles hundreds of files at a time, it’s important that your files be easily accessible at all times, and equally importantly, be organised. On-site servers allow you to dictate the set-up of your file storage and how files are accessed and saved, keeping your system organised and streamlined for use across your entire business. Increased Security and Control: Following the introduction of GDPR in Europe, data is an increasingly-sensitive issue, particularly when it comes to customer data. An on-site server solution means all company data is kept in-house and away from 3rd party storage devices where it’s more likely to be compromised or stolen. With on-site solutions, you get to dictate who has access to server files, and can decide whether to allow external, off-site systems from accessing the servers at all. Online, Even If Your Business Goes Offline: Internet connections can fail, and if the problem is severe, can mean hundreds of hours of lost business hours – and countless pounds in revenue. Using an on-site server avoids this entirely, with a local network offering the flexibility of a cloud solution without its drawbacks. Cost-Effective and Scalable: When you purchase server hardware, your business has a clear understanding of what that cost is, and if you need to increase your server capabilities over time, what that cost may rise to. That’s a reliability you often don’t receive when using cloud storage solutions that may tailor their pricing based on the amounts of users or bandwidth, or whether you want a dedicated server for your business. There are a lot of factors to consider when setting up a cloud solution that you don’t need to worry about with an on-site solution; ASUS’ server products make it easy to scale up your server one rack or system at a time, meaning lower initial costs and a predictable upgrade cost as your server needs grow. Storage and server technologies have come a long way, enabling smaller businesses to set up powerful server systems at a fraction of the cost and physical space they used to.How ASUS Makes Server Solutions Simple
ASUS server products are designed to ensured your server setup is easy and as painless as possible. Servers are often one of the office headaches, particularly if they go down. Every ASUS product is designed with quality and stability in mind. The ASUS TS100-E10-PI4 is a workload-optimised server that offers flexible storage expandability, perfect for businesses wanting to install a server ecosystem without committing to a large setup. Meanwhile, the ASUS TS300-E10-PS4 is suitable for a variety of setups from SMBs just beginning to look into a server installation, all the way to businesses contemplating an upgrade to their existing setup. All of these come with the ASUS Control Centre software - a centralised and integrated IT management platform your team can use to monitor and control your ASUS commercial products that makes managing your server(s) as easy as clicking a browser. Looking to install a server in your business or upgrade your existing installation? View the ASUS range of server products now: or contact us directly to discuss how ASUS can help tailor a server environment for your business.