Discover the Xen virtualization technology

A total virtualization of resources

Xen is a open source virtualization program that allows several operating systems to be run simultaneously and securely on a single machine. The level of performance obtained by Xen are without equal, and run an operating system through a range of resources (processor, memory,...) as rapidly as an independent system.

Even better than a dedicated server

Unlike a dedicated server, where you are limited to the power and the reliability of the machine installed (often a low-end), Gandi's servers belong to an offer that may be easily upgraded, in a way that is usually reserved to large clients.

The advantages of the high-tech virtualization technology that we have developed based on Xen are real, and constitute a significant advancement in webhosting.

We can cite for example:

Optimized uptime
Thanks to an automatic migration system, you are not dependent on any physical problem with the machine. If the machine that your server is on no longer responds, your server will be automatically migrated to other machines without any action needed on your part.
Easy to evolve
Our machines are powerful enough so that you will never feel squeezed. You may play with the power of your server without having to interrupt and migrate your services to another machine. If one machine is no longer enough, you may duplicate your machine and its configuration in just a few clicks.
Total flexibility
You my add or remove shares when you wish, there is no minimum engagement period. You may even suspend your server and keep its current configuration if you no longer use it.
The choice of your system
Xen technology allows installing an operating system of your choice. A list of systems is already available. If you would like to request another, feel free to add it to our wishlist.
The security of your server
Xen technology gives you an unprecedented level of security for a virtualization system. No intrusion of other servers installed on your machine is currently possible.
Data security
Your disks will be available from any of your servers, they will be installed on RAID6 disks, duplicated to guarantee the security of hosted files.
Comfort
You are used to using a dedicated machine, Xen will not force you to change your habits. If you were on a shared machine, our Gandi AI service will take care of all the necessary installation procedures for your website in a way that you are familiar with.