Why is the port speed limited to 10 Mbps?
The Belarus range is designed to deliver as many processor cores and as much memory as possible at a low monthly price. International bandwidth in Belarus is relatively expensive, so the plans include a 10 Mbps port with unlimited traffic rather than a faster metered connection. That capacity suits APIs, VPNs, build servers, databases and websites with moderate traffic. If your project needs more throughput, such as video streaming or large downloads, a location like the Netherlands or Sweden may be a better fit, and our team can help you compare options.
How does the setup fee waiver work?
When you order on a month-to-month basis, a one-time setup fee applies to cover preparing the hardware and installing the operating system. If you choose a three-month billing cycle and pay in advance, the setup fee is waived entirely. This makes longer projects more economical and rewards customers who plan ahead. After the initial three months, you can continue on monthly billing or choose another three-month term. Please ask our sales team for the current setup fee amount for your chosen configuration.
What are SAS drives and why are they used?
SAS stands for Serial Attached SCSI, an enterprise storage interface designed for servers that run continuously. SAS drives offer higher reliability, better error handling and more consistent performance under heavy load than typical consumer hard drives. That makes them well suited to databases, virtual machines and applications that read and write data constantly. The 600 GB capacity provides ample space for operating systems, applications and moderate datasets. For larger storage needs, ask our team about additional drives or external backup solutions.
Which Windows versions can I install in Minsk?
Windows Server 2019 and Windows Server 2022 are both available and can be installed before handover. Log in over RDP as Administrator and switch on whichever roles you need; Hyper-V is especially handy on the 40-thread box. Because licences are counted per core, a dual-socket machine costs more to license than the hardware price alone suggests, so ask for a quote. Linux distributions are available without licence fees if you prefer an open-source platform, and switching between operating systems later only requires a reinstall request through support.
Are the older Xeon processors still suitable for modern workloads?
Processors such as the Xeon L5630, L5640 and E5-2660 are older generations, but they still provide many threads and handle a wide range of tasks effectively, especially parallel workloads like builds, background jobs, virtualisation and web hosting. Their per-core speed is lower than modern chips, so they are less ideal for single-threaded applications such as some game servers. The E5-2650 v2 and E5-2670 v2 models offer a good balance of efficiency and thread count for demanding projects.
How long does provisioning take in Belarus?
Most servers are ready within one to three business days after payment is confirmed. Staff at Vash ISP burn in the hardware, lay down your OS image and bind the Belarusian address. You then receive an email with access details. Minsk stock turns over quickly, so drop sales a line and we will earmark a unit. If a particular model is out of stock, we will suggest the closest alternative so your project is not delayed unnecessarily. Custom RAID layouts add roughly a day.
Can I use a Minsk server as a VPN or proxy endpoint?
Yes, as long as your use complies with Belarusian law and our acceptable use policy. Many customers use Belarusian servers to test localised services, provide team VPN access or route traffic through a regional endpoint. The unlimited traffic allowance supports continuous use, and the 10 Mbps port suits typical VPN workloads for small teams. Illegal activity, spam and network attacks are strictly prohibited. If you plan a large-scale proxy service, please discuss your requirements with our team before ordering.
What support is provided for Belarusian servers?
Hardware support is included with every rental. A dead SAS disk or failed PSU is logged by you once; we chase the Minsk crew until it is swapped. Hard resets and fresh OS images are available on request too. Tuning your apps and firewall stays in your hands, though we will gladly point you in the right direction if something puzzles you. Tickets are answered around the clock, and responses are provided in English. Most hardware tickets in Minsk are resolved within the same business day.
