Hong Kong BGP server refers to a server deployed in the Hong Kong data center and using the BGP protocol. Unlike traditional single-line servers, BGP servers have multi-line access, select the optimal link in real time based on network quality, ensure low latency for cross-border access, and optimize the access experience in mainland China, Southeast Asia, Europe and the United States. It is particularly suitable for business applications for global customers.
Factors that novices need to pay attention to when purchasing Hong Kong BGP servers
1. Clarify business needs
Before purchasing Hong Kong BGP servers, novice users must first clarify their own business needs to avoid insufficient configuration or waste of resources that may lead to inability to meet business development or increase unnecessary costs in the future.
2. Clearly understand the network quality
Although they are all called BGP servers, the quality of BGP networks in different computer rooms and different service providers varies greatly. When purchasing, you should focus on aspects such as mainland access delay, packet loss rate, and return routing.
Mainland access delay: Under stable conditions, the ping value of Shenzhen, Guangzhou Telecom, Unicom, and Mobile users is preferably within 50ms.
Packet loss rate: Long-term packet loss greater than 1% will affect the business experience, especially for games, live broadcasts, payment systems, etc.
Backhaul routing: Confirm whether the backhaul is preferred to CN2 GIA, CTGNet and other high-quality lines to avoid detours to the West Coast of the United States.
It is recommended to repeatedly test and verify the test IP provided by the service provider through webmaster tools or professional network monitoring platforms, and take samples across multiple time periods when necessary to ensure network stability.
3. Confirm bandwidth and protection capabilities
Hong Kong BGP server bandwidth is divided into peak bandwidth and 95 billing bandwidth. When purchasing, you need to ask whether the bandwidth is exclusive or shared? Exclusive bandwidth is more stable. Is there a hard traffic limit or peak speed limit? Does it support high-defense IP? What is the peak defense value?
When purchasing, if the business involves public network access, it is recommended to start with at least 10Mbps exclusive bandwidth. If the business is at risk of being attacked, you should consider accessing a high-defense solution or asking the computer room whether the protection can be temporarily upgraded.
4. Confirm the hardware configuration
The server configuration needs to be selected in combination with the business:
CPU: Common E3, E5, and Gold series. E3 is sufficient for light-load business, and E5 or higher is recommended for heavy-load or virtualized business.
Memory: 8GB minimum, small website or API interface service. If the database is large or the business concurrency is high, 16GB or above is recommended.
Hard disk: SSD starts to ensure read and write speed. Video storage business can be equipped with large-capacity HDD or SATA disk.
Number of IPs: Understand the default number of allocated IPs and additional purchase costs.
5. Computer room environment and service provider qualifications
Novice users often blindly choose some small manufacturers because of low prices. Later, they may encounter problems such as unstable computer rooms, network interruptions, and no response after sales. Therefore, large or branded service providers with good reputation should be given priority. The computer room has T3 or above certification, 24-hour Chinese and English technical support, and SLA (service availability assurance) commitment. Check the online reputation of the service provider before purchasing to avoid affecting business continuity due to inadequate service.
6. After-sales and expansion capabilities
When purchasing in the early stage, the business development is still small, but expansion may be needed later. Therefore, novice users should ask whether it supports rapid expansion of bandwidth, IP, and hard disk on demand? The upgrade price and time required for the upgrade? Whether data backup and snapshot services are supported? In addition, you should also pay attention to whether the service provider provides data security-related services, such as regular backup, snapshot rollback, etc.
7. Price and contract terms
When purchasing a Hong Kong BGP server, novice users should carefully check the contract and price, clarify the billing cycle (monthly, quarterly, and annual), whether there are hidden fees (such as installation fees, IP binding fees, and additional traffic fees), and whether refunds or mid-term configuration changes are supported. When comparing prices, you should not only look at the surface bandwidth and configuration, but should make a comprehensive comparison of network quality, protection capabilities, service levels, and other factors.
Practical suggestions for novice purchases:
1. Try before buying. If conditions permit, try to apply for a test machine or short-term rental, and judge the network, performance, and after-sales service through actual experience.
2. Reasonable configuration to avoid waste. You can choose a medium configuration in the early stage, and then gradually expand the capacity according to actual needs.
3. Beware of ultra-low price traps. Some ultra-low-priced BGP servers on the market may share bandwidth, fake BGP multi-line, or lack after-sales service, so be sure to choose carefully.
4. Pay attention to contract flexibility. It is recommended to give priority to service providers that support flexible upgrades and mid-term replacement solutions to avoid limiting business development.
Answers to common newbie questions
Q1: Is the BGP server definitely better than the single-line server?
A1: Not necessarily. The BGP server is suitable for services facing users in multiple regions, but the price is higher than the single-line. If it is only for a single region or has low requirements for global access, you can consider a high-quality single-line server.
Q2: Is the Hong Kong BGP server suitable for deploying CDN nodes?
A2: It is suitable. The multi-line advantage of the BGP server helps to improve the speed of CDN node back-to-source and cross-border access, but it still needs to be matched with a professional CDN solution to achieve the best results.
Q3: What is the appropriate initial bandwidth?
A3: Small websites or API businesses can choose 10M exclusive bandwidth to start. For video, download, and game acceleration services, a bandwidth of at least 50M is recommended.
