StartUp Essentials
 
The Sun Startup Essentials program
is designed specifically to help startups get off the ground rapidly and at lower cost. The program consists of discounted or free products and services designed with startups in mind. In addition a quick application and online catalogue delivers what you need fast.

Already a member? Browse products and prices in the Sun Startup Essentials Catalogue.

Member Benefits

Discounted systems
Discounted storage
Discounted partner hosting services
Software
Free technical advice via email

Sun Startup Essentials News

Win FOWA Expo Space :  Join Startup Essentials before, 22nd September and add 'FOWA08' into the tracking code field or use the link below to enter the FOWA draw in the Startup Community area (worth £2500). The winner will be notified on 23rd September. Join Now

Visit Sun Startup Essentials Blog

Nick Halstead, Founder, fav.or.it explains what Sun can do for a startup. Watch the video

Scott McNealy, Sun's co-founder and chairman, during a trip to the UK chats with entrepreneurs about java on mobiles, Microsoft Mesh and more. Watch the video

Joint press : Sun Customer Reference Program including case studies, web postings and more. Read More



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If your company has...
  • been in business for 6 years or less
  • a maximum of 150 employees, including any affiliates
  • its base in the UK or Ireland
  • a verifiable company presence (website, company profile, etc.).
»Apply Now

»View the Sun Startup Essentials program terms and conditions agreement here

Not based in UK or Ireland? Check sun.com to see if this program has been launched in your country.


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We have had fantastic support from Sun through the Sun Startup Essentials program. Through the program we've been able to purchase equipment at massive discounts from the usual price. Along with this we get access to free software, free technical advice and hosting services from Sun partners with special promotions for Sun Startup Essentials program members. If you are a startup, this program is worth joining!
— Nick Halstead, Founder, fav.or.it


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