# macOS VDS Silver: specs and first steps > macOS VDS Silver: 8 vCPU Core, 14GB RAM, 280GB NVMe SSD. Who it suits, how to order it, how it compares in its line and your first steps after delivery. Difficulty: Beginner macOS VDS Silver is the larger macOS virtual server, with nested virtualization, for big projects, parallel tests and team CI runners. Not sure yet? Read [VPS, VDS or dedicated](/guides/vps-vs-vds-vs-dedicated-server) first. ## What this plan includes - 8 vCPU Core - 14GB RAM - 280GB NVMe SSD - Unlimited Bandwidth - Up to macOS Sonoma ## Who this plan suits - Larger Xcode projects, parallel simulators and CI for several projects. ## Compare the plans in this line | Plan | Main specs | |---|---| | [macOS VDS Basic](/guides/plan-macos-vds-basic) | 6 vCPU Core, 8GB RAM, 180GB NVMe SSD | | [macOS VDS Eko](/guides/plan-macos-vds-eko) | 6 vCPU Core, 10GB RAM, 200GB NVMe SSD | | [macOS VDS Pro](/guides/plan-macos-vds-pro) | 8 vCPU Core, 12GB RAM, 240GB NVMe SSD | | **macOS VDS Silver** (this guide) | 8 vCPU Core, 14GB RAM, 280GB NVMe SSD | | [macOS VDS Gold](/guides/plan-macos-vds-gold) | 10 vCPU Core, 16GB RAM, 320GB NVMe SSD | | [macOS VDS Platin](/guides/plan-macos-vds-platin) | 10 vCPU Core, 18GB RAM, 360GB NVMe SSD | | [macOS VDS High](/guides/plan-macos-vds-high) | 12 vCPU Core, 20GB RAM, 400GB NVMe SSD | | [macOS VDS Extra](/guides/plan-macos-vds-extra) | 12 vCPU Core, 22GB RAM, 480GB NVMe SSD | | [macOS VDS Ultra](/guides/plan-macos-vds-ultra) | 16 vCPU Core, 24GB RAM, 600GB NVMe SSD | | [vSphere macOS](/guides/plan-vsphere-macos) | vSphere macOS | Next in this line: [macOS VDS Gold](/guides/plan-macos-vds-gold). Before it: [macOS VDS Pro](/guides/plan-macos-vds-pro). You can move between plans later: [upgrade or downgrade a service](/guides/upgrade-or-downgrade-service). ## Order this plan 1. Compare terms and prices on the [macOS VDS page](/macos-vds-hosting), or [order macOS VDS Silver directly](/cart.php?a=add&pid=132). 2. In the order form, choose the operating system, the location and the billing term this plan offers. 3. Pay the invoice: [checkout step by step](/guides/checkout-step-by-step). The service appears under **Services › My Services**, and we e-mail you when it is ready. ## First steps 1. Find the login in your welcome e-mail; the service is under **Services › My Services**. 2. Open the **HyperDC Web Console** in the client area, or connect with VMware Remote Console. 3. Change the password and install your tools: [first steps on a macOS server](/guides/macos-server-first-steps). ## Troubleshooting **The order still shows Pending.** We are preparing the server and e-mail you when it is ready; see [after you order](/guides/after-you-order). **You cannot connect.** See [server unreachable](/guides/server-unreachable). ## Next steps - More in this line: [macOS VDS](/macos-vds-hosting). ## Frequently asked questions ### What does macOS VDS Silver include? 8 vCPU Core, 14GB RAM, 280GB NVMe SSD, Unlimited Bandwidth, Up to macOS Sonoma. ### How do I connect? With the HyperDC Web Console in your browser or with VMware Remote Console (VMRC). The details come by e-mail when the server is ready. ### Can I move to a larger plan later? Yes. Open the service in the client area and choose a larger plan; the guide on upgrading a service has the steps. ### Who is responsible for my data? You are. Keep your own backups of what matters, on another machine. ### Where do I see the price? On the order page: prices follow the live catalog and your currency, so they are not written in this guide. --- Source: \ Updated: 2026-10-31