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Adding Storage Space

Increase your storage space with an upgrade, Storage Space, or Local Block Storage.

If you want to increase your server's storage space, you have several options:

Comparing Storage Space Options

Storage SpaceLocal Block Storage
ConnectionExternal network storage (Access via NFS)Local storage on the same server
AccessShared use (access from multiple servers and external clients)Tied to specific server
ScalabilityNo upgrades possible due to different capacities being located on different hardwareScalable up to 8 TB depending on the product
PerformanceLower, due to it being a network storageHigher, due to it being local storage
Billing3 different plansPrice per GB
FlexibilityHigh, as multiple devices can access it simultaneouslyWithout a fixed term, individually configurable
Use CasesData storage, offsite backup and archiving, data sharingDatabases, temporary data storage, capacity expansion for operating systems
Last update: 23/06/2025