26.02.2025

Introduction and Importance of MetaQuotes MT4 and MT5 Data Centers

This article aims to assist system Forex brokerage owners in understanding the MT4 and MT5 Access Points - its role and significance in ensuring a high-performance and secure trading environment.

As the intermediary between traders and the market, the success of a Forex brokerage heavily relies on the efficiency and sophistication of its server infrastructure. Therefore, selecting the right server for hosting MT4 or MT5 access points is essential for brokers to ensure optimal performance and a seamless trading experience for their clients.

Trade servers can be concealed behind multiple access points that act as protective layers. In the event of an attack, the trade servers will continue operating normally, ensuring that all stored information remains completely secure.

Minimum requirements Recommended requirements
Count of Access Points 1 3 or more
CPU Intel i7 12xx or AMD Ryzen 9 5900 series, quad-core or higher Intel Xeon Silver 43XX or AMD EPYC 40XX
RAM No less than 8GB No less than 12GB
Disk 10 GB SATA disk 20 GB SSD/NVMe disk
Network Both download and upload speed no less than 100 Mbps Both download and upload speed no less than 1 Gbps
Operating System Windows Server 2019 Standard x64 or newer Windows Server 2019 Standard or newer

The Role of the Access Point Server in a Forex Business

Access Point server provides two key advantages for a Forex brokerage, both of which directly impact a trader’s experience:

Enhanced Security

Once your MT4/MT5 platform is installed on a server, you can begin accepting clients who will have real accounts created on the platform. Each trader is assigned a hostname or IP address, along with login credentials, allowing them to connect via their trading terminals.

An access point server functions as an intermediary between clients’ trading terminals and the main trading server. This setup ensures that your MT4/MT5 server only processes requests from the access point server, adding an extra layer of security.

Load Balancing

While a broker may initially operate with one access point server, it becomes essential as the number of real accounts and trading volume grow. Additionally, if your brokerage serves traders from various geographic regions, deploying servers closer to those locations can significantly enhance performance. Load balancing in Forex trading follows the same principles as traditional infrastructure load balancing and high availability, ensuring a stable and efficient trading environment.

Our specialists are available to discuss your technical requirements and provide tailored solutions to meet your needs.

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