In short
Server procurement from abroad means sourcing a brand-new server, sized to your workload, from suppliers outside Türkiye, bringing it into the country and installing it. It suits companies that need a specific mix of CPU, memory, storage or GPU. CybUp analyses the requirement, specifies the configuration, coordinates sourcing and delivery, then racks the server and hands it over with its operating system installed.
When does it make sense to import a server?
Importing a server makes sense when the configuration you need is not in stock in Türkiye, or when the local lead time would hold up the project. It comes up most often with servers that need a particular CPU generation, a large amount of memory, lots of NVMe bays or more than one data-centre GPU.
We supply new servers only. We do not sell used or refurbished hardware, and we do not offer server rental or hosting either. The server belongs to you and runs in your own server room or in a data centre of your choosing.
Take an 80-person engineering firm. The file server holding its CAD files, the licence server and a few application VMs all run on one ageing physical box; the disks are full and the warranty has expired. The replacement needs two CPUs, plenty of memory and NVMe storage, and the requested configuration is quoted locally with a wait of several weeks. In a case like this, sourcing from abroad can be the practical way to get the right server in a reasonable time.
How do you size a server?
Server sizing starts with measuring the current workload, not guessing it. We monitor CPU, memory and disk I/O on your existing servers for at least a few days and talk through peak hours and expected growth. We then add three to five years of headroom and write up the configuration.
Component by component, this is what we look at. If the server will run virtual machines, memory matters as much as core count, and ECC memory is a given on physical servers. On storage, the RAID controller, the RAID level and the choice between SSD and NVMe follow from the read/write profile of the workload. On networking and management, 10 or 25 GbE adapters, redundant power supplies and an out-of-band management controller (Dell iDRAC, HPE iLO, Lenovo XClarity Controller or IPMI) are standard items in our specifications.
- CPU: core count, clock speed and licensing impact, weighed together
- Memory: ECC, channel population and free slots for later expansion
- Storage: RAID level, hot spare, NVMe/SSD/HDD mix
- Network and power: 10/25 GbE, redundant PSUs, rack depth and rail kit
- Management: remote access through iDRAC, iLO, XClarity or IPMI
“The highly diverse scope of potential deployments makes it unrealistic to state recommended hardware requirements that would be applicable.”
Dell PowerEdge, HPE ProLiant, Lenovo or Supermicro: which server brand should you choose?
The brand comes down to the hardware compatibility list of your operating system or hypervisor, the local service you expect and the management tools you prefer. Dell PowerEdge, HPE ProLiant, Lenovo ThinkSystem and Supermicro are the usual candidates. We do not recommend any of them by default; we compare them for each project. We are not a reseller or official partner of any manufacturer, so the configuration we propose is an independent one.
We always check that the chosen model appears on the official compatibility list for the software that will run on it: the Windows Server Catalog for Windows Server, the Broadcom Compatibility Guide for VMware ESXi and the Ubuntu certified servers list for Ubuntu. CPU requirements for the current Windows Server release count too: Microsoft’s hardware requirements page states that Windows Server 2025 needs a processor with SSE4.2 and POPCNT support, and ECC memory on physical servers.
What should you look for when buying a GPU server for AI?
The first question with a GPU server is how much GPU memory (VRAM) the model needs; the CPU and RAM are chosen around that answer. If you plan to run a language model in-house, the model size, the number of concurrent users and the context length set the VRAM requirement. We do this calculation as part of a local LLM deployment project.
GPU servers draw more power and produce more heat than an ordinary server. Before ordering, we check the electrical circuit, UPS capacity, rack depth and cooling in your server room. If the rack or power infrastructure falls short, we plan it separately under server room setup. Otherwise the server arrives and cannot be switched on.
How do sourcing, customs and delivery work?
Once the configuration is settled, we prepare a written quote covering the source, lead time and delivery method. Customs duties, taxes and similar costs depend on the product type, its country of origin and how it is imported, so we itemise them per product in the quote rather than applying a blanket rate. Lead time also depends on manufacturer stock and logistics; we confirm a firm date with the supplier at the quoting stage.
We keep you updated on the order, shipment and delivery throughout. When the server arrives, we check the serial numbers, confirm the configuration matches the order and inspect it for physical damage at unboxing. Any discrepancy is recorded before installation begins.
How does the warranty work on an imported server?
Where and on what terms the warranty applies on an imported server depends on the model and the purchase channel, and it has to be settled before the order is placed. Some manufacturers offer an international warranty; others provide on-site service only in certain regions. The quote states, in writing, the warranty period, its scope (parts, on-site service, response time) and how it can be used in Türkiye.
When the server arrives, we check its serial number on the manufacturer’s portal and register the warranty in your company’s name. For hardware faults, the handover pack contains what you need to contact the manufacturer: the service tag, the support portal and logs exported from the management controller.
How is the server installed once it arrives?
Installation starts with mounting the server in the rack on its rails, connecting labelled power and network cables, and applying firmware updates at first boot. Once the BIOS/UEFI settings, the RAID configuration and the management controller’s network and password settings are done, we move on to the operating system.
Depending on its role, we carry out a Windows Server setup, a VMware ESXi installation or an Ubuntu Server installation, and connect hardware health (disks, fans, power supplies) to Zabbix monitoring. On-site installation is done in Istanbul. Elsewhere in Türkiye we handle the software side remotely and the physical work together with your local team.
What you receive
- Measurement-based sizing report and configuration proposal
- Itemised written quote, with compatibility lists already checked
- Unboxing and configuration check record on delivery
- Rack mounting, cabling, firmware and RAID configuration
- Operating system or hypervisor installation and management controller setup
- Handover pack with warranty registration and manufacturer support details
How we work
- 1
Requirements analysis
We measure how your current servers are used and discuss the applications to be run and the growth you expect.
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Configuration and quote
We specify the configuration against the compatibility lists and issue a written quote with lead time, warranty and import costs.
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Sourcing and delivery
We place the order, track the shipment and check serial numbers and configuration on delivery.
- 4
Installation
We complete rack mounting, cabling, firmware, RAID and operating system installation.
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Monitoring and handover
We connect hardware health to monitoring, register the warranty and hand over the documentation.
Frequently asked questions
Do you also sell used or refurbished servers?
No. We supply new servers only and do not sell used or refurbished hardware.
Do you offer server rental or hosting?
No, we offer neither server rental nor hosting. The server we supply becomes your company’s property and runs in your server room or in a data centre you choose.
What is the lead time for an imported server?
It depends on the model, the configuration and manufacturer stock. We confirm the exact lead time with the supplier and give it to you in writing with the quote.
How much will customs duty and import tax be?
That depends on the product type, its country of origin and the import method. Rather than quoting a general rate, we itemise these costs per product in the quote.
How much does it cost?
We give you a written quote once we have reviewed the scope and configuration, and the review is free. The quote shows the server, delivery, warranty and installation as separate lines.
Will the warranty be valid in Türkiye?
It depends on the model and the purchase channel. Before you order, the quote sets out in writing what the warranty covers and how to use it in Türkiye.
Do you recommend a particular brand?
No, we compare options for each project. We assess models from manufacturers such as Dell, HPE, Lenovo and Supermicro against the compatibility list of the software you will run, your service expectations and your budget constraints.
Can you supply GPU servers?
Yes. We specify GPU server configurations for AI and image-processing workloads, and we check your server room’s power and cooling capacity before the order goes in.