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For best results, choose a storage provider where the sim/region has a restart day that is '''different''' from the one your main dropbox location is on. This helps combat delivery issues due to a single sim either being restarted at the time of delivery attempts, or the sim/region just not listening to the internet for delivery instructions at the moment.  
For best results, choose a storage provider where the sim/region has a restart day that is '''different''' from the one your main dropbox location is on. This helps combat delivery issues due to a single sim either being restarted at the time of delivery attempts, or the sim/region just not listening to the internet for delivery instructions at the moment.  


Unfortunately, in 2020, the Lindens decided to make ALL the server code names '''THE SAME''' - so there's no easy way to tell which is which anymore, you'll need to ALREADY know what day the sim restarts on.
<s>Unfortunately, in 2020, the Lindens decided to make ALL the server code names '''THE SAME''' - so there's no easy way to tell which is which anymore, you'll need to ALREADY know what day the sim restarts on.</s>


There is a HUD available that will at least tell you when the region was LAST restarted. Made by [secondlife:///app/agent/f979c0a5-577e-43ca-868a-e9e0d86a1631/about Antony Fairport], that's available [https://marketplace.secondlife.com/p/ZA-Region-Info-HUD/7241831 on Marketplace], and is completely free.
As of April 2024, the region names are BACK!


='''<span style="color:#00528c">Mainland Storage Hosting</span>'''=
='''<span style="color:#00528c">Mainland Storage Hosting</span>'''=

Revision as of 15:26, 13 May 2024

About

All known locations (according to Second Life search) for server storage are shown here.

These are locations specifically set up as dedicated, additional ("co-location") storage hosting for DropBoxes and other servers, rather than add-ons to residential, commercial shop, or club parcels.

Rates and prim/impact limits listed may not reflect any recent updates since the last update of these wiki pages - always check for current rate cards and other current information inworld before renting.

Where should you store?

That depends entirely upon whether the items you are selling are copiable TO YOU, THE MERCHANT (AND you keep a copy in your inventory!) or not.

If you are selling items such as gacha prizes, breedables, or other no-copy-to-you things that you have received, then you are at the best advantage on a MAINLAND hosting location.

Why?

Because if the storage/hosting provider on a mainland location closes up shop, at worst, your items will just be sent back to your lost and found in a clump. You'll have to rez and separate them, but at least you will HAVE them.

However, If you have rented space on an island, and the provider closes up shop and drops the island? Your items are just...GONE. No retrieval, no second chances.

That is why the list is now divided into mainland vs island locations.

Why do the restart days matter?

Because if you have your dropboxes on 3 different regions, and they're all restarting on the same day, they could all be down at the same time - which could make your sales fail.

For best results, choose a storage provider where the sim/region has a restart day that is different from the one your main dropbox location is on. This helps combat delivery issues due to a single sim either being restarted at the time of delivery attempts, or the sim/region just not listening to the internet for delivery instructions at the moment.

Unfortunately, in 2020, the Lindens decided to make ALL the server code names THE SAME - so there's no easy way to tell which is which anymore, you'll need to ALREADY know what day the sim restarts on.

As of April 2024, the region names are BACK!

Mainland Storage Hosting

Business Info Screenshot or Logo Rack Options Information
Cabria Data Center

Contact:
Myles Capalini

Location:
Sammamish

Restart Day: Wed

1 Impact: 16 L$ per 4 weeks
2 Impact: 32 L$ per 4 weeks
4 Impact: 56 L$ per 4 weeks

Group invite: Automatic

(No web kiosk)

Business in operation since Dec 2015

Low introductory competitive pricing, a small center on a no-lag private region (mostly residential, and very low traffic). Completely automated rental system, Smartbot interface to get you added to the land group for immediate setup. Lots more information when you get there, but if you have questions, please do feel free to IM or NC Myles Capalini (will be notified by e-mail if I am not inworld).

CyberCloud Data Storage

Contact:
cyberguy4fun Resident

Location:
Denrolimus (2nd floor)

Restart Day: Wed

1 Impact: 1 or 2 prims
See rate poster on 2nd floor

Group invite: Manual

(No web kiosk)

Business in operation since Jan 2020

CyberCloud Data Storage Rentals provides SL Merchants and Vendors a safe and secure dropbox and server storage space at affordable prices.

We offer Data Centres in various SL Regions to mitigate downtime during Sim Restarts and outages.

Rack space available on a per-week, per-month, and per-year basis.

Data Center Solutions

Contact:
Structura Finesmith

Location 1:
Bleaberry Tarn
Restart Day: Wed

Location 2:
Terminous
Restart Day: Tues

  1 Impact:     5 L$ per week
  2 Impact:   10 L$ per week
  5 Impact:   25 L$ per week
10 Impact:   50 L$ per week
15 Impact:   75 L$ per week
50 Impact: 250 L$ per week

Group invite: Automatic
Available Rentals

Business in operation since Apr 2018

Professional data center storage for your rental or vendor server, BSM, CasperVend DropBox, and many more - making YOUR world MORE reliable. Automated invites - no waiting around to rez your prims! Uses SmartBots for group invites.

Egglebury Data Center

Contact:
Elirk Huntsman
or Hooked Sausage

Location:
Egglebury

Restart Day: Wed


5 Impact: 25 L$ per Week

Group invite: Manual

Pay rental and then contact either
Elirk or Hooked for a group invite.
(No web kiosk)

Custom options available upon request.


Business in operation since April 2024

Unlock the potential of your virtual endeavors with premier server storage solutions at our state-of-the-art data center in Second Life. Experience unmatched reliability, lightning-fast speeds, and ironclad security to keep your digital world running smoothly. Whether you're scaling your business, hosting complex simulations, or safeguarding precious data, our dedicated servers provide the robust foundation you need. Elevate your presence in Second Life with our cutting-edge technology and expert support. Join us at the forefront of virtual innovation—where your possibilities are limitless.


Freya's DropBox Storage

Contact:
Norsk Himmel

Location:
St Lion

Restart Day: Wed

  1 Impact: See rate card
  2 Impact: See rate card
  4 Impact: See rate card

Group invite: Automatic
Available Rentals

Custom options available upon request.

Business in operation since Oct 2012

Low cost, long term, storage. Servers, drop boxes etc.

Various rates available - if your requirements are not listed - ask for a quote!

SmartBots inviter - immediate automatic Group invite sent on rental.

Ability to leave the land group. To re-join - simply click the rental box and get a new group invite!

Questions? Contact us InWorld (Drop a Notecard in the postbox or send an IM - postbox and IMs are set to forward to email)

Thanks for your interest!  :-)

Storage Boxes

Contact:
Caninye Resident

Location:
Laurier

Restart Day: Wed

  5 Impact: $L 5/Week

Group invite: Manual
(No web kiosk)

Business in operation since Sept 2023

Storage Boxes for Caspervend/Casperlet Dropboxes

5L$ / week - 5 LI

Running on Mainserver (no RC)

Island Storage Hosting

Business Info Screenshot or Logo Rack Options Information
Area52 Hosting

Contact:
Fill Lameth

Location:
Zebria

Restart Day: Tues

1 Impact:   4 L$ per week
4 Impact: 14 L$ per week
8 Impact: 28 L$ per week

Group invite: Automatic

Available Rentals

Business in operation since Sept 2013

3 Months free with 1 Year rentals. Current area52hosting.com customers can request free space (Visit the data center for more information)

Staffed 24/7 via our support desk. Contact Fill Lameth in world for questions or custom plans, or email support@area52hosting.com


Group invites sent out automatically after rental begins allowing for instant use of the space.

Blue Falcon Data Center

Contact:
Stewart Bosatsu

Location:
Earth

Restart Day: Tues

10 Impact: 25 L$ per week
30 Impact: 75 L$ per week

Group invite: Automatic

Available Rentals

Business in operation since Dec 2023

Offering secure storage starting at 25L$/week for 10 prims

Cabria Data Center

Contact:
Myles Capalini

Location:
Cabria Village

Restart Day: Tues

1 Impact: 16 L$ per 4 weeks
2 Impact: 32 L$ per 4 weeks
4 Impact: 56 L$ per 4 weeks

Group invite: Automatic

(No web kiosk)

Business in operation since Dec 2015

Low introductory competitive pricing, a small center on a no-lag private region (mostly residential, and very low traffic). Completely automated rental system, Smartbot interface to get you added to the land group for immediate setup. Lots more information when you get there, but if you have questions, please do feel free to IM or NC Myles Capalini (will be notified by e-mail if I am not inworld).

JMT Estates Data Center

Contact:
Mjyothis "Jyo" Resident

Location:
Store

Restart Day: Tues

2 Impact: 4L$ per week

Custom options available
upon request

Group invite: Automatic

(No web kiosk)

Business in operation since Nov 2022

Offering secure storage starting at 4L$/week for 2 prims

MZD Storage

Contact:
Marcus Zenoria

Location:
Miriam Orange

Restart Day: Tues

  10 Impact: 12 L$ per week

Group invite: Automatic

(No web kiosk)

Business in operation since Aug 2014

Use the teleporter at the landing point to arrive at the storage center. Our storage servers allow you to store your CasperVend Dropboxes and similar on our SIM.

It's always a good idea to keep your dropboxes in multiple places. Simply rent a 'server' and rez your dropboxes as you need.

A group invite will be sent to you on payment of rental, please accept this so you can rez items here.

The rent meter is above your server rack. Please keep your prims inside your server, any left outside will be returned.

Nexus IT Services

Contact:
Support Ticket

Location:
Silesia

Restart Day: Tues

15 Impact: 99 L$ per month

Group invite: Automatic
(No web kiosk)

Business in operation since Jul 2014

Nexus, one of the leaders in Gridwide Communications is proud to offer a great service to those looking to host Servers, Dropboxes, and Marketplace Boxes. If you are looking for a long term commitment, or maybe just a month. We offer various plans with the easiest setup. We take tremendous pride in our services and offer you with the most secure racks, along with the best prices on the grid.

Already a Nexus customer? Your first month is free!

Storage Depot, The

Contact:
HunniHope Resident

Location:
Kawaii Kingdom

Restart Day: Wed

  8 Impact: 36 L$ per week
15 Impact: 65 L$ per week

Group Invite: Automatic

(No web kiosk)

Business in operation since Aug 2015

Low Cost, secure storage for back up dropboxes for your Caspervend or other vending systems..

RC Channel storage depot for dropboxes.

NO ADVERTISING