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phoenixNAP
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About the partner
About phoenixNAP
Global IT Services & Bare Metal Cloud
phoenixNAP is a global IT services provider founded in 2009 and headquartered in Phoenix, AZ, offering security-focused infrastructure-as-a-service from its flagship Phoenix data center and a worldwide footprint. Its portfolio spans Bare Metal Cloud (API-driven dedicated servers), colocation, private/hybrid cloud, Data Security Cloud, object/cloud storage, backup and DRaaS, and DDoS-protected networking. phoenixNAP is known for compliance-ready, security-first infrastructure and a strong channel/MSP and developer following.
Why teams choose phoenixNAP
- API-driven Bare Metal Cloud (deploy in minutes, manage as code)
- 15+ global locations, 9+ Tbps backbone
- 'Alternative cloud' (avoid hyperscaler lock-in, OpEx model)
- Arizona's first AWS Direct Connect + Google Cloud Interconnect
- GPU servers for AI/HPC
- Alliances: Veeam, Intel, HPE, Supermicro
- HIPAA / PCI / GDPR
Capabilities we have validated
- API-driven bare metal (IaC, Rancher/Kubernetes, NetrisOS VPC)
- GPU servers (AI/ML, HPC)
- S3-compatible object storage
- Multi-cloud on-ramps (AWS Direct Connect, Google Cloud Interconnect, Megaport, PacketFabric)
- DRaaS & Veeam Cloud Connect
- HIPAA-ready & PCI-compliant hosting
- 9+ Tbps Tier 1 network
Recognition & proof points
- VMware/Veeam top-tier partner recognitions
- Frequent cloud/hosting industry awards
- Strong G2 ratings for bare metal
AI in the offering
Offers GPU servers for AI/ML and HPC workloads (NVIDIA/Intel/Ampere) on API-driven bare metal; AI-ready infrastructure enabler, not a native AI product.
Profile maintained by Rubber Duck Technology research from primary sources and partner collateral · Last verified Jul 22, 2026 · High confidence · Verified multi-source.
Capabilities
Solutions Delivered by phoenixNAP
The outcomes this partner is equipped to deliver — drawn from our vetting record, not their marketing deck.
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IaaS / Compute
phoenixNAP delivers API-driven Bare Metal Cloud and GPU servers across 15+ global locations, letting customers deploy 50+ dedicated instance types in minutes and manage infrastructure as code.
Deploy in minutes — API-driven Bare Metal Cloud provisions dedicated servers in minutes and lets teams manage infrastructure as code.
Alternative cloud model — An OpEx-based alternative cloud helps customers avoid hyperscaler lock-in while keeping dedicated performance.
GPU for AI and HPC — GPU servers support demanding AI/ML and high-performance computing workloads.
Integrates with IntelHPESupermicro
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Colocation
phoenixNAP offers colocation and Meet-Me Room services from its flagship Phoenix data center and worldwide footprint, backed by a 9+ Tbps Tier 1 network.
High-capacity backbone — A 9+ Tbps backbone spanning 15+ global locations supports demanding, latency-sensitive deployments.
Compliance-ready facilities — Security-first infrastructure meets HIPAA, PCI, and GDPR requirements for regulated workloads.
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Private Cloud
phoenixNAP provides hybrid and managed private cloud built on VMware, positioned as an alternative-cloud option for customers seeking dedicated, security-focused environments.
Avoid lock-in — An alternative-cloud, OpEx model lets customers escape hyperscaler lock-in while retaining dedicated control.
Security-first design — Compliance-ready infrastructure supports HIPAA, PCI, and GDPR-bound environments.
Integrates with VMware
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Backup as a Service (BaaS)
phoenixNAP delivers managed backup including Veeam Cloud Connect and Microsoft 365 Backup from its global data center footprint.
Veeam alliance — A Veeam alliance underpins enterprise-grade backup with Cloud Connect and M365 protection.
Compliance-ready — HIPAA, PCI, and GDPR-aligned infrastructure supports backup for regulated data.
Integrates with Veeam
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Disaster Recovery (DRaaS)
phoenixNAP provides DRaaS and Veeam Cloud Connect to replicate and recover workloads across its global, DDoS-protected infrastructure.
Global recovery footprint — 15+ global locations and a 9+ Tbps backbone provide resilient recovery targets.
Veeam-powered — Veeam Cloud Connect enables proven replication and orchestrated recovery.
Integrates with Veeam
Delivery
How We Deliver
Engagement & delivery models we have validated with this partner — where the slide deck ends and the actual work begins.
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Managed Cloud Services
phoenixNAP offers managed IaaS and cloud operations alongside self-service options, including multi-cloud on-ramps to AWS Direct Connect, Google Cloud Interconnect, and Megaport.
Delivery: Delivered as managed or self-service infrastructure from phoenixNAP's global data centers, backed by 24/7/365 support.
Multi-cloud on-ramps — Arizona's first AWS Direct Connect and Google Cloud Interconnect enable direct hyperscaler connectivity.
Manage as code — API-driven Bare Metal Cloud lets teams provision and operate infrastructure programmatically.
Integrates with AWSGoogle CloudMegaport
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24/7 Support
phoenixNAP provides 24/7/365 support across its IaaS, colocation, and backup/DR services from a global team.
Delivery: Fully managed, round-the-clock 24/7/365 support.
Always-on coverage — 24/7/365 support keeps global infrastructure operational at all times.
Security-first focus — Support is aligned to phoenixNAP's compliance-ready, security-first infrastructure.
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Remote Hands
phoenixNAP supports colocation customers with on-site remote hands at its global data center facilities.
Delivery: Delivered on-site by data center staff and available 24/7/365.
Global facility reach — 15+ global locations provide local hands-on support for colocated equipment.
Around-the-clock — 24/7/365 staffing ensures physical support whenever it is needed.
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Channel-led delivery
phoenixNAP runs a strong channel/MSP and reseller program, with a notable developer and MSP following for its API-driven infrastructure.
Delivery: Delivered through a channel/MSP and reseller program.
MSP-friendly platform — A strong channel/MSP and developer following supports partner-led infrastructure delivery.
Vendor alliances — Alliances with Veeam, Intel, HPE, and Supermicro strengthen the partner offering.
Proof
Results with this partner
Documented outcomes from real engagements — not testimonial vibes.
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Documents & collateral
Datasheets, spec sheets, case studies and pricing references collected while vetting phoenixNAP — 1 document.
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