Linux Dedicated Server - Root Access & Free OS Reinstall
Full control from day one. Choose your Linux distribution, connect via SSH, and deploy your stack, your way. Starting from 46,00 zł/month.
What Is a Linux Dedicated Server?
A Linux dedicated server is a physical server exclusively allocated to a single user, running the Linux operating system of your choice. Unlike shared hosting or virtual machines, you get full root access to real hardware, with dedicated CPU, RAM, and storage, no shared resources, no hypervisor overhead, no restrictions.
Linux dedicated servers are the preferred choice for developers, DevOps teams, and infrastructure engineers who need complete control over their environment. With Kimsufi, you get bare metal performance backed by OVHcloud's global infrastructure (starting from 46,00 zł/month) with free OS reinstall and anti-DDoS protection included on every configuration.
What a Kimsufi Linux Dedicated Server Gives You
Full root access via SSH
From the moment of deployment you control everything: the kernel, the network stack, security policies, every installed package and the system configuration. No managed layer between you and your server.
Free, open-source distributions
Ubuntu, Debian, AlmaLinux, Fedora, Rocky Linux and CentOS Stream are all free and pre-installable automatically. No licensing fees, no per-user costs.
Performance and stability
Linux is the operating system of choice for demanding server workloads: stability under load, efficient resource management and a robust open-source ecosystem for consistent production performance.
Native to the modern dev and DevOps stack
From Docker and Kubernetes to CI/CD pipelines and bare metal containers, Linux is the native platform for modern workflows. A clean, powerful base to build, test and deploy.
Dedicated resources and anti-DDoS included
No CPU, RAM or storage sharing, IPv4 and IPv6 addresses included. Anti-DDoS protection ships with every configuration, with unlimited traffic (500 Mbps guaranteed).
Self-service administration
SSH keys, OS reinstalls and the IPMI console are driven from the OVHcloud Control Panel, with no support ticket. The vRack private network is available on select models (entry-level KS-1 configs excluded).
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How Does Linux Dedicated Server Hosting Work?
Step 1: Choose your configuration
Browse Kimsufi servers starting from 46,00 zł/month and select the CPU, RAM, and storage that match your workload. From entry-level Intel Xeon (KS-1 to KS-5) to multi-core AMD EPYC (KS-6, KS-7), every configuration supports all Linux distributions.
Step 2: Select your Linux distribution
Choose your OS from the full list of available distributions: Ubuntu, Debian, AlmaLinux, Fedora, Rocky Linux, CentOS Stream, and more, all free, all pre-installed automatically.
Step 3: Deploy and connect via SSH
Your server is provisioned automatically and ready in minutes. Connect via SSH with root access and start configuring your environment immediately. Change your distribution at any time with a free OS reinstall from the OVHcloud Control Panel.
Available Linux Distributions
- Ubuntu 20.04 / 22.04 / 24.04 LTS
- Debian 10 / 11 / 12
- AlmaLinux 8 / 9
- Rocky Linux 8 / 9
- CentOS Stream 8 / 9
- Fedora Server
Version availability may vary depending on the server model and region.
What Does a Linux Dedicated Server Cost?
Kimsufi Linux dedicated servers start from 46,00 zł/month. Because all major Linux distributions are free and open-source, there are no OS licensing fees: you only pay for the hardware.
Every configuration includes anti-DDoS protection, unlimited traffic, and 24/7 infrastructure monitoring.
How to Choose a Linux Dedicated Server
Choosing the right Linux dedicated server comes down to four criteria:
1. Compute power (CPU + RAM): match CPU and RAM to your workload. Container orchestration and database hosting require more RAM than a basic web server. For heavy workloads, KS-6 (AMD EPYC 7351p, 128–256 GB RAM) or KS-7 (AMD EPYC 7451, 24c/48t) are ideal. For web apps and dev environments, KS-2 through KS-5 (Intel Xeon, 32–64 GB) offer strong performance at an accessible price.
2. Storage type and capacity (choose SSD NVMe configs (KS-2, KS-4, KS-5) for applications that require fast disk I/O) databases, high-traffic sites, and dev workflows. Opt for KS-STOR (4×4 TB HDD) for data archiving, backup, or large-volume storage.
3. Linux distribution: pick the one your team knows best: Ubuntu and Debian have extensive documentation and large ecosystems; AlmaLinux and Rocky Linux target RHEL-compatible enterprise workloads; Fedora for the latest packages.
4. Managed vs. unmanaged: Kimsufi Linux servers are unmanaged: you keep the root and the responsibility over your environment. Need a graphical management interface? cPanel is available as an option on compatible configurations.
Use Cases, What Can You Build?
Web Hosting & LAMP Stack
Deploy Apache or Nginx, MySQL, and PHP on dedicated hardware with full root access. No shared-hosting limitations, no performance variance, consistent resources for your web applications.
Containers & DevOps Pipelines
Run Docker, Podman, or Kubernetes on bare metal. Containerised workloads get direct access to hardware resources, eliminating nested virtualisation overhead. Perfect for CI/CD pipelines, microservices, and staging environments.
Databases & Data Infrastructure
Host MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Redis on dedicated storage with full root access. Control your database configuration, security policies, and backup strategy, your data, your rules. KS-6 and KS-7 with AMD EPYC CPUs are particularly well-suited to heavy database workloads.
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What is a Linux dedicated server?
A Linux dedicated server is a physical server running a Linux operating system, exclusively allocated to one user. You get full root access, dedicated hardware resources (CPU, RAM, storage), and complete control over your environment.
What are the benefits of a Linux dedicated server?
Key benefits include full root access, free open-source OS (no licensing fees), high performance and stability, extensive community support, and native compatibility with the modern DevOps ecosystem, containers, databases, web servers, and more.
How does Linux dedicated server hosting work?
You select a Kimsufi server configuration and Linux distribution. Your server is provisioned automatically and ready in minutes. You receive SSH credentials and connect with root access immediately.
What Linux distributions are available?
Kimsufi supports Ubuntu (20.04, 22.04, 24.04 LTS), Debian (10, 11, 12), AlmaLinux (8, 9), Rocky Linux (8, 9), CentOS Stream (8, 9), Fedora, and more. All distributions are free.
What is the cost of a Linux dedicated server at Kimsufi?
Kimsufi Linux dedicated servers start from 46,00 zł/month. There are no OS licensing fees for Linux distributions. Prices include anti-DDoS protection, unlimited traffic, and 24/7 infrastructure monitoring.
What features should I look for in a Linux dedicated server?
Key features: full root access, SSH key management, free OS reinstall, choice of Linux distribution, anti-DDoS protection, SSD/NVMe storage options, and IPMI console access. All of these are included with Kimsufi as standard.
Can I change my Linux distribution after deployment?
Yes. You can reinstall your OS and choose a different Linux distribution at any time from the OVHcloud Control Panel, free of charge, no support ticket required.