Allnodes Launches Bare-Metal Servers to Power Up Solana Validators

Allnodes is stepping up their game with a new offering: bare-metal servers built specifically for Solana validators and infrastructure developers. Instead of relying on virtual machines or shared hosting, this move gives users exclusive access to physical servers that are optimized for Solana’s high-performance demands—all without the headache of setting up hardware themselves.

The specs are impressive. At the heart of each server are AMD’s latest EPYC “Turin” processors, ranging from 24-core models with clock speeds up to 4.8 GHz to beefier 64-core options hitting around 5.0 GHz. Paired with a starting 256 GB of DDR5 ECC RAM (which can be expanded to over 3 TB), these machines are more than ready for Solana’s rapid block creation and high data loads. If you’re running MEV tools or the upcoming Firedancer validator client, you’ll appreciate the raw power and scale.

Storage isn’t skimped either. Allnodes is using Gen 5 NVMe SSDs—up to 7.68 TB per server—with blistering read speeds and millions of I/O operations per second. Fast, consistent access to the ledger matters when syncing or processing spikes in network activity. Networking is equally strong, with dual 25 Gbit/s ports standard and optional upgrades to 100 Gbit/s if needed. Servers are positioned in Tier 3.5+ data centers in Germany, so uptime and reliability are built in, along with power redundancy and DDoS protection.

What makes this a standout for validators is the level of control. You get direct access to BIOS and IPMI, which means remote management is fully hands-on. Want to adjust RAM, add custom settings—no problem. Allnodes configures each server within 24 hours, and they offer round-the-clock support. It’s similar to self-hosting, but without the cost and effort of buying and maintaining hardware. Monthly fees replace CapEx buying, and it all works out predictably.

This is clearly aimed at serious Solana participants. Validators aiming for uptime, performance, and easy management now have an option that checks all those boxes. And for developers working on performance-heavy apps or experimenting with MEV or randomness protocols, having reliable infrastructure is invaluable.

Consider how much simpler this makes the life of a validator. Instead of purchasing hardware, shipping racks, managing cooling, or dealing with hardware failures, writers, devs, maintainers can now just log in, deploy, and monitor from anywhere. Their focus shifts to running validator software, optimizing node health, and engaging with the Solana ecosystem.

Allnodes already hosts nodes across over 120 blockchains, handling close to $3 billion in staked assets. This move into high-spec Solana servers seems like a natural extension—especially as the network readies for upgrades and stronger validator infrastructure with things like Firedancer. Validators need sturdy hardware to match software upgrades, and this tier of hosting helps close that gap.

Of course, validators still have to configure their node setups, keys, and consensus logic. But removing infrastructure headaches is a game-changer. Setup takes hours instead of weeks. Scaling is as easy as clicking a button. And having instant support available means less stress if things go sideways.

It’s not just about speed or performance—it’s about empowering more people to run validators without being hardware engineers. Solo operators, small teams, and institutions alike can now enter the game with confidence, knowing their infrastructure is enterprise-grade and backed by experts.

This approach reflects Solana’s maturing ecosystem. As networks grow, so must the supporting infrastructure. Offering dedicated servers bricks a path toward more robust decentralization. Validators can focus on what matters—securing the network and innovating on top of it—while companies like Allnodes handle the nuts and bolts.

Solana’s future depends not only on software breakthroughs but on reliable hardware foundations. With Allnodes’ bare-metal solution, validators can finally say goodbye to server management headaches and hello to dedicated, high-performance infrastructure that’s ready to run Solana at scale, from day one.