SOLIDSPACE INTRODUCES MAC MINI HOSTING

Leading Hosting Provider SolidSpace Commits to the Apple XServe and the Mac Mini platforms; Customers Empowered with Flexible Hosting Options at Low Prices


WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.- (July 11, 2005) --SolidSpace, LLC, a leading provider of dynamic hosting infrastructure and developers of the Silkware suite of intuitive web-based collaborative technologies, today introduced the availability of Mac Mini dedicated servers, providing flexible, secure managed hosting and co-location services. SolidSpace has committed to the Apple XServe and the Mac Mini platforms to offer powerful and affordable hosting on Apple's secure UNIX platform. Their commitment to the Apple community comes after joining its ranks as WebObjects developers for its Silkware collaboration applications. Through SolidSpace, customers have the advantage of redundant infrastructure and bandwidth using their own Mac Mini. Clients' hardware and software are configured by SolidSpace to meet their individual specific needs and housed in the SolidSpace datacenter. Customers are empowered to maintain control over every aspect of the server's hardware and software while enjoying the advantages of the climate-controlled environment, firewall security, as well as high-speed Internet connections.

SolidSpace customers also have a choice of two dedicated Mac Mini managed server packages; Mac Mini Standard, which is ideal for websites and applications that have outgrown the shared hosting environment or for developers that need more control over their server. Mac Mini Premium is the perfect solution for complex websites that demand superior performance and high availability.

Additionally, SolidSpace managed server and co-location customers have a suite of unique options to choose from, including:

  • Remote Reboot- Customers have the ability to cycle the power using the Remote Power Management Unit via a web browser. Unlike the consumer grade units in the market, these are data center grade devices.
  • Server Monitoring- Verifies that a client's system is available and reachable on the network. Alerts notify the customer and SolidSpace technical support if a system is not available.
  • LiveStats Statistic Reporting Tool- Far beyond a simple log analyzer, it interprets web site traffic in real-time and generates "Live Stats" reports in an easy to use web interface. Over and above the standard traffic reports, the SolidSpace tool includes many specialty reports that can be queried live, 24/7. Clients have the ability to generate over 50 reports that can help you target your marketing effort.
  • Daily Backup Service- Clients no longer need to rely on daily backup tape rotation, followed by delivering them to an offsite location. SolidSpace systems automatically schedule a daily backup of all data. The backup services include multiple backup versions, data encryption, as well as offsite storage.
  • Solid Standby- If for any reason a customer's Mac Mini needs to be pulled for service, SolidSpace will provide a similar or more robust unit while the customer's server is out of the datacenter.
  • Managed Services- Clients enjoy a full suite of support, including Operating System Troubleshooting & Repair, System Administration Management, Backup Management and DNS Configuration & Changes.

"SolidSpace has always been known for offering the most complete and comprehensive infrastructure and hosting services," said Jim Capps, President of SolidSpace. "Adding these Mac Mini options is just one more reason why SolidSpace has such a solid reputation when it comes to the ability to support every type of client need. No matter what size or how unique a company's business model is, SolidSpace delivers."

SolidSpace Mac Mini service offerings join a long list of platforms that are already supported by SolidSpace, including Windows, Linux, ColdFusion and SQL hosting. Plans start for as low as $9.95 per month. For more information on services and pricing, visit www.solidspace.com.


About SolidSpace, LLC
SolidSpace, LLC is a leading provider of robust hosting infrastructure and client support for the software industry, enabling enterprises to deliver their software as a service seamlessly and economically. SolidSpace's solutions provide website, application and database hosting, managed services, colocation and broadband services. SolidSpace, LLC is headquartered in Winston-Salem , NC , and is a portfolio company of SilkRoad Equity LLC (www.silkroadequity.com) Additional information about SolidSpace, LLC services can be found at www.solidspace.com .