RAKsmart has recently launched a new Seattle, USA data center and simultaneously introduced a launch promotion. During the promotional period, entry-level E3 dedicated servers start from just $19.9 for the first month. Users can choose between a 1Gbps international BGP line or a 100M China optimized VIP line, offering extremely high cost-performance.
RAKsmart is a long-established IDC provider founded in 2012 and headquartered in the United States. It specializes in VPS, cloud servers, dedicated server rental and colocation services. Its data centers are widely distributed, including the US (San Jose, Los Angeles, Seattle), China (Hong Kong, Taiwan), Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia, and more. Network options include international BGP, China optimized routes, China optimized VIP, CN2 ONLY, and premium networks. RAKsmart also provides high-defense servers, SEO cluster servers, high-bandwidth servers, and GPU servers to meet various business needs.
RAKsmart official website:
www.raksmart.com
Supports Alipay, PayPal, credit cards and other payment methods. No real-name verification is required. Customer support is available in both Chinese and English.
Seattle New Data Center Promotion Plans
| CPU | Memory | Disk | Bandwidth | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E3-1230 | 16GB | 1TB (HDD) | 100M China Optimized VIP | $19.9 / first month | Buy |
| E3-1230 | 16GB | 1TB (HDD) | 10TB / 1Gbps International BGP | $19.9 / first month | Buy |
| 2× L5630 | 16GB | 480GB (SSD) | 100M China Optimized VIP | $29.9 / first month | Buy |
| 2× L5630 | 16GB | 480GB (SSD) | 10TB / 1Gbps International BGP | $29.9 / first month | Buy |
Note: All prices are promotional first-month prices. Renewal prices are $59 and $79 respectively.
Limited-Time Offers in Other Data Centers
In addition to the Seattle launch promotion, RAKsmart is also running flash sales in Los Angeles and Hong Kong data centers, with some plans offering same-price renewal, starting from as low as $49/month.
| Location | CPU | Memory | Disk | Bandwidth | IPv4 | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | E3-1230 | 16GB | 1TB (HDD) | 100M China Optimized VIP | 1 | $49/month | Buy |
| Los Angeles | E3-1230 | 16GB | 1TB (HDD) | 1Gbps International | 1 | $59/month | Buy |
| Los Angeles | E5-2620 | 32GB | 1TB (HDD) | 100M China Optimized VIP | 253 | $109/month | Buy |
| Hong Kong | E5-2620 | 32GB | 1TB (HDD) | 50M China Optimized | 253 | $119/month | Buy |
Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)
Q1: What are the advantages of RAKsmart Seattle new data center?
A1: It provides low-latency connectivity and supports both China optimized VIP and international BGP lines, making it ideal for cross-border e-commerce, business hosting, and video services.
Q2: Is the $19.9 first-month offer permanent?
A2: No. It is only valid for the first month. Renewal returns to regular pricing ($59 or $79), although some other data centers offer ongoing promotions.
Q3: Does RAKsmart require real-name verification?
A3: No. As a US-based company, RAKsmart does not require real-name verification, making it suitable for global users.
Q4: What payment methods are supported?
A4: Alipay, PayPal, and credit cards are supported, allowing convenient payments for both domestic and international users.
Conclusion
RAKsmart’s newly launched Seattle data center promotion offers dedicated servers starting from just $19.9 for the first month, making it a highly cost-effective option for users targeting North American traffic or multi-region deployments. Meanwhile, limited-time deals in Los Angeles and Hong Kong are also worth considering, especially plans with same-price renewals, which are more suitable for long-term use.
