Proxmox VE — Modern IT Infrastructure Without Expensive Licenses
Open-source server virtualization for small and medium businesses. Zero license fees, built-in HA and backup, unlimited VMs and users, web-based management. Replace VMware and Hyper-V — save up to 500,000 CZK annually on licensing alone.
What problems do SMBs face with current IT infrastructure?
Small and medium businesses deal with these issues every day — expensive licenses, vendor lock-in, complex management, and downtime risk.
Expensive Licenses
VMware and Microsoft charge per core. Costs escalate fast — 350,000–720,000+ CZK/year for just 3 servers.
Downtime Risk
Single server failure means hours of downtime and potential data loss. HA requires expensive add-ons.
Vendor Lock-In
Dependency on one vendor who can change pricing and terms at any time (see: Broadcom/VMware).
Complex Management
Every feature costs extra. Backup, HA, monitoring — all separate products with separate licenses.
How much can you save with Proxmox VE?
Typical company: 3 servers, 2 CPU / 32 cores, 50 employees.
No per-core, per-VM, or per-user charges
Compared to VMware over 5 years of operation
No artificial limits on virtual machines or user count
What does Proxmox VE include?
A complete virtualization ecosystem — hypervisor, backup, HA, management — everything from day one, for free.
Zero License Fees
No per-core, per-VM, or per-user charges. Proxmox VE is open source — you invest in hardware, not licenses.
Virtual Machines (KVM)
Run Windows and Linux on the same server. Full KVM virtualization with near-native performance.
Containers (LXC)
Lightweight Linux containers for applications with minimal resource overhead. Instant startup.
High Availability (HA)
Automatic server failure detection and VM restart on another node. Minutes, not hours. Included — no extra cost.
Built-in Backup
Incremental backups, deduplication saving up to 90% storage, ransomware protection, instant restore.
Web Management
Intuitive browser-based interface. No complex tools or thick clients needed. Manage everything from a web browser.
Grow Without Penalties
Start with one server, add more when you need them. No licensing jumps, no forced bundles, no minimum core counts.
Easy VMware Migration
Direct VM import from VMware. Smooth transition without downtime or complex reconfiguration.
How does Proxmox VE compare to VMware and Hyper-V?
Cost and feature comparison for a typical 3-server deployment (VMware/Microsoft pricing 2025/2026).
| Feature | Proxmox VE | VMware | Hyper-V |
|---|---|---|---|
| License cost | 0 CZK | 340,000 CZK/yr | 720,000+ CZK |
| CAL fees | 0 CZK | 0 CZK | 50,000 CZK |
| Backup | Included | 3rd party required | 3rd party required |
| High Availability | Included | Higher editions only | Complex, expensive |
| VM limit | Unlimited | Per license | 2 (Standard ed.) |
| Vendor lock-in | None | High | High |
What is Proxmox VE ideal for?
Accounting & ERP
Run Pohoda, Money S3, or other systems securely on your own server without monthly cloud fees.
File Sharing & Email
Keep company data under your control. No dependency on external storage providers.
Test Environments
Spin up and tear down test servers in containers instantly without wasting resources.
Remote Access
Employees connect from anywhere. No CAL licenses, no per-user fees.
Proxmox or Tier5 OpenStack — which is right for you?
Proxmox VE
Best for SMBs (up to ~50 employees)
- On-premise virtualization
- Simple web-based management
- Zero license cost
- Start with 1 server, grow gradually
- Your hardware, your control
Tier5 OpenStack Cloud
Best for enterprises (50+ employees)
- Fully managed private cloud (IaaS)
- API-driven automation, multi-tenancy
- Dedicated HPE hardware in Prague DC
- ISO 27001 + ISO 9001 certified
- 24/7 managed operations
Frequently asked questions about Proxmox VE
Answers for IT managers evaluating Proxmox as a VMware or Hyper-V replacement.
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