Transferring data between servers is a common task for system administrators and developers. Whether you’re migrating websites, syncing backups, or moving large files, finding a secure and reliable method is essential. rsync is a powerful command-line tool designed specifically for data synchronization and transfer. In this guide, I will walk
When managing a dedicated server, direct console access can be essential for troubleshooting, configuration, or recovery tasks. The myVelocity customer portal makes this simple by providing a Virtual Console option that leverages your server’s IPMI interface. This feature allows you to interact with your server as though you were physically
Customer FAQ – Upcoming Portal Upgrade Why is this necessary? We are performing a scheduled upgrade of our internal systems to improve the reliability, scalability, and long-term stability of the customer portal. This work ensures the platform continues to meet customer needs for years to come. When is the upgrade
Running a production-grade Solana Validator isn’t just about meeting minimum specifications—it’s about architecting a mission-critical financial service that operates at web scale. In this guide, we’ll examine the hardware, hosting models, operational practices, and economic realities that separate successful validators from those that struggle with performance issues and unprofitability. What
Choosing the right infrastructure as a Solana validator could mean the difference between maximizing rewards and facing considerable penalties. With Solana’s 400-millisecond block times and strict hardware demands, every skipped vote could cost validators financially and harm their reputation. When considering bare metal servers versus cloud infrastructure, both cost and
Running a Solana validator on AWS might seem like the easy path, enterprise-grade security, managed services, and global infrastructure at your fingertips. But beneath the surface lurks a profit-crushing reality: AWS egress fees can consume your entire validator income and then some. This comprehensive analysis breaks down the true cost
Running a Solana validator presents an intriguing opportunity in the blockchain ecosystem, but the path to profitability requires careful analysis of revenue streams, cost structures, and strategic positioning. With over 1,400 active validators on the network, understanding the economics becomes crucial for anyone considering this venture. The fundamental question isn’t
Managing the security of your dedicated server starts with controlling who has access to it. One of the most important steps is changing the root password, especially if it’s been compromised, shared, or left at its default. The root account has full administrative privileges, so updating its credentials helps prevent
Accessing your Windows OS on your dedicated server can be useful for administering and operating your server as needed. Windows is very versatile and allows for multiple methods to remote control and view your Windows OS. Two methods that are available at your disposal with your Hivelocity server are the
If you’d like to install a custom operating system on your dedicated server, you can do so by sourcing your own ISO file and booting the server from it. This gives you full flexibility to deploy the OS of your choice, whether it’s a specific Linux distribution, Windows, or another
Hivelocity remains focused on providing bare metal, enterprise cloud, virtual servers, and colocation solutions across more than 50 global locations Tampa, FL – August 27, 2025 – Hivelocity, a portfolio company of Valterra Partners, and a leader in bare metal, enterprise cloud, virtual servers, and colocation, today announced the sale