Server configurator

Server configurator

Configure servers individually online

With the Thomas-Krenn server configurator, you can professionally configure your desired server online, precisely tailored to your technical requirements. Whether compact rack server for the data center, powerful tower server for office use or scalable server solution for growing IT infrastructures: Our servers can be configured individually based on your requirements.

All prices are net prices and do not include statutory VAT; they are intended exclusively for entrepreneurs (Section 14 of the German Civil Code (BGB)), legal entities under public law and special funds under public law.

From configuration to delivery

Every server that you put together using the configurator is built as a one-off according to your specifications. Once the order has been received, production begins at the Freyung site: assembly of the selected components, BIOS configuration, installation of the operating system (if selected) and finally a multi-stage test run under load. The entire production process is ISO 27001 certified.
Not every server requirement can be fully mapped using a configurator - for example in the case of complex cluster setups, special certification requirements or very individual housing configurations. In these cases, our technical experts will support you by phone or email with the configuration and provide you with a customized quote.
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Server configuration according to use case - our recommendations

The optimal server configuration depends largely on the intended use. For the most common application scenarios, Thomas-Krenn offers free configuration as well as preconfigured and tested server systems that are directly tailored to the respective application.

Configuring servers for virtualization

Above all,virtualization servers require a lot of RAM and multi-core processors so that several virtual machines can run in parallel with high performance. AMD EPYC or Intel Xeon processors with a high number of cores, at least 128 GB RAM (depending on the number of VMs) and fast NVMe storage for short I/O times are recommended. Thomas-Krenn offers pre-configured and compatibility-tested virtualization servers for Proxmox VE, VMware ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V.

Putting together a backup server

Storage capacity is the main focus for backup servers: large HDD capacities in combination with a well thought-out RAID configuration ensure reliable data backup. An SSD cache or NVMe tiering is recommended for faster backup and restore cycles. All systems are compatible with common backup software such as Veeam, Proxmox Backup Server and SEP sesam. You can find fully configured backup servers including tested hardware-software combinations in our product area.

GPU servers for AI and deep learning

Dedicated GPU servers with NVIDIA graphics cards are required for AI training, inference and high-performance computing. In addition to the GPU selection, sufficient PCIe lanes for connecting multiple cards, powerful cooling and a power supply unit with sufficient reserves are crucial. Depending on the requirements - whether model training with large data sets or low-latency real-time inference - the optimum configuration differs considerably. Our preconfigured GPU servers and AI servers are tailored to these scenarios.

Configuring database servers

Database servers benefit from low storage latencies and large working memory. NVMe SSDs ensure fast read and write access, while sufficient RAM enables in-memory processing of large data sets. A redundant storage configuration is also recommended for business-critical databases. Thomas-Krenn offers database servers that are specially designed for high transaction rates and availability.

Firewall server for network security

Firewall servers have different requirements than classic computing servers: Multiple network ports (at least 4x 1 GbE or 2.5 GbE), power-saving continuous operation and full compatibility with the firewall software used are crucial. Thomas-Krenn is an official OPNsense partner and offers firewall servers as well as dedicated OPNsense hardware, which are standardized tested and ISO 27001 certified.

DATEV servers for law firms and tax consultants

Tax consultants, auditors and law firms need servers that work reliably with the DATEV software and run stably in day-to-day operations. Solid CPU performance, sufficient RAM for several parallel users and a fast storage system for the DATEV databases are important. For this application, Thomas-Krenn offers preconfigured DATEV servers that are tailored to the requirements of DATEV environments.

Frequently asked questions about server configuration

In the configurator, you select all the essential hardware components: Processor (Intel Xeon or AMD EPYC), memory, storage (NVMe, SSD, HDD), network cards, additional cards and the appropriate rack or tower housing in the desired height unit(1U, 2U or 4U). Operating system, software licenses and service contracts can be added directly as an option.
This depends on the intended use. As a guide: virtualization requires a lot of RAM and multi-core CPUs, database applications benefit from fast NVMe storage, backup servers need high storage capacity and AI workloads require powerful GPUs. You can find a detailed overview in our configuration recommendations at the top of this page. Our experts are always available for individual advice.
Rack servers in 19-inch format are optimized for installation in server cabinets. They offer maximum computing power with minimum space requirements and are therefore ideal for data centers and efficient IT infrastructures. Tower servers, on the other hand, are particularly suitable for use in the office or in smaller IT environments without a server cabinet. They are compact, quieter and can be positioned anywhere. Thomas-Krenn offers various server systems that can be individually configured, also as silent servers or micro servers.
Yes, Thomas-Krenn servers are designed for expandability. RAM, storage drives and additional cards can be retrofitted as long as the selected housing and mainboard offer free slots. If you already know during the initial configuration that your server is going to grow, we recommend making sure you have free RAM slots, additional drive bays and a housing with reserves. Our support team will be happy to advise you on your planning.
As each server is manufactured individually after the order is received, the delivery time depends on the selected configuration and the current availability of components. After assembly, each system undergoes standardized tests at the Freyung site before it is released for dispatch. For an up-to-date estimate of the delivery time for your specific configuration, please contact our technical experts.
Naturally. Our technical experts will advise you by phone and email - both on selecting the right configuration and on complex requirements that go beyond the configurator.