Managed VPS
10+ years of Linux-powered systems.
There’s a misconception that VPS cannot do the job of Dedicated – and we beg to differ – when it’s done well, it runs like bliss.
High-performance, with security-first and performance-second – and usability embedded deeply into our systems design, empowering our clients is key.
You need to be an unstoppable force online 24/7. Tech-wise, we utilise enterprise-grade kit, an optical fibre network – and legendary Australian Technical Account Management. Our systems and network infrastructure are owned and operated by our parent, The Network Crew Pty Ltd. Australian-owned.
10/20/30% off always (1/2/3 years).
If you think we’re the right fit, we’re happy to provide an on-going/lifetime discount of 10/20/30% off for services taken over 1, 2 and 3 years respectively. To us, it makes sense – if you’ve got faith in us, then we’ve got faith in you too. So let’s sweeten things – get in touch today.
Key Benefits of our KVM Managed VPS.
Open-source Linux Hypervisor (we're FOSS-1st)
KVM Virtualisation (independent kernels)
Optical Fibre network backing each M-VPS
Always-on DDoS protection, runs 24/7/365
WordPress Dev-to-Prod automations
“Code that cares” problem fixing
Truly Fully Managed Service
Slack Support (clusters)
Dell + Intel hardware
NEXTDC Tier IV
High-performance Managed VPS packages.
VPS "Code" (DEV)
$550/month $5.50/account
Fully Managed VPS
100x cPanel Accounts
300GB SSD (RAID10)
4 CPU Cores (Xeon)
20GB RAM (ECC)
Unbeatable Account Management
NGINX Caching for WP + Apache, CloudLinux, JetBackup (inc. 1TB), KernelCare, ImunifyAV+ & CXS
∞ DDoS-protected Fibre-fed Data
All Systems owned & operated by us
VPS "Taste" (FM1)
$1,000/month $5.00/account
Fully Managed VPS
200x cPanel Accounts
600GB SSD (RAID10)
8 CPU Cores (Xeon)
32GB RAM (ECC)
Unbeatable Account Management
NGINX Caching for WP + Apache, CloudLinux, JetBackup (inc. 2TB), KernelCare, ImunifyAV+ & CXS
∞ DDoS-protected Fibre-fed Data
All Systems owned & operated by us
VPS "Drop" (FM2)
$1,300/month $4.33/account
Fully Managed VPS
300x cPanel Accounts
900GB SSD (RAID10)
12 CPU Cores (Xeon)
48GB RAM (ECC)
Unbeatable Account Management
NGINX Caching for WP + Apache, CloudLinux, JetBackup (inc. 3TB), KernelCare, ImunifyAV+ & CXS
∞ DDoS-protected Fibre-fed Data
All Systems owned & operated by us
VPS "Glass" (FM3)
$1,800/month $3.60/account
Fully Managed VPS
500x cPanel Accounts
1.2TB SSD (RAID10)
16 CPU Cores (Xeon)
64GB RAM (ECC)
Unbeatable Account Management
LiteSpeed Enterprise Web Server, CloudLinux, JetBackup (inc. 5TB), KernelCare, ImunifyAV+ & CXS
∞ DDoS-protected Fibre-fed Data
All Systems owned & operated by us
VPS "Bottle" (FM4)
$2,400/month $3.00/account
Fully Managed VPS
800x cPanel Accounts
2TB SSD (RAID10)
24 CPU Cores (Xeon)
96GB RAM (ECC)
Unbeatable Account Management
LiteSpeed Enterprise Web Server, CloudLinux, JetBackup (inc. 7TB), KernelCare, ImunifyAV+ & CXS
∞ DDoS-protected Fibre-fed Data
All Systems owned & operated by us
What makes it different?
Merlot only offers Fully Managed Servers, where we make sure all aspects are running nicely for each and every website and system. They’re all based on Linux, running their own kernels (KVM/QEMU flexibility), with a bundle of open-source server services running on top (Emails, Databases, FTP and so on) monitored 24/7.
We take serious pride in what we’ve built – a refined set of systems, configured thoughtfully to allow our clients to do what they need, when they need, how they need. If you stumble unto anything that has you thinking “I’d do this differently”, we’re the type to be very open to the feedback – and act on it if it’ll help people.
All software licensing is included in our per-server pricing, which includes a set count of cPanel accounts. No hidden fees, no “oh actually you need this and that”, just effective and respectful service backed by legendary Technical Account Management – your dedicated Australian, available to help you one-on-one as you need them.
Everyone says
“Fully Managed”
They do – and most don’t back it up – that’s where we’re different. So long as there is a relation to your Server-based endeavours, we’ll help you with/through it.
It’s critical to your operational efficiency that you’re able to make contact about an issue/query, and get effective help off the back of that request – quickly!
We support all themes and custom set-ups
Partner Support for Agencies & beyond.
Going above and beyond Technical Support, our Australian Engineers are on-hand to assist as you need them – get in touch with a query, a curiosity, a concern.
Our modus operandi is clear in how we do this: relentlessly client-focused, honest and human service, transparent operations, keep smiling & challenging the norm.
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Zero-downtime Migration Process.
Stage 1 - Discovery
- Our team analyzes your hosting and server infrastructure, then provides a detailed overview in an online spreadsheet.
Stage 2 - Analysis
- We collaborate with you to discuss findings, client categories, migration planning, site checks & access to registrars.
Stage 3 - Preparation
- Resolve migration blocks, coordinate with IT, understand DNS, offer Mail Merge templates & finalize migration waves.
Stage 4 - Migration
- We migrate your clients during weekend slots, steadily reducing the number of sites to move & resolve blocks as we go.
Stage 5 - Optimisation
- We optimize website performance, adjust server configurations while your team refines domains, emails & security.