What to look for in a Server Rack

Choosing the best server rack for you should be fairly easy

Server Racks, also referred to as data racks, 19 inch rack, computer racks, server cabinets, network equipment enclosures or network racks, are used to house sensitive computer equipment.

Factors involved in choosing a server rack include:

• Room Size – No matter what your equipment may require in a rack, it will not matter if the rack will not fit in your server room.
• Equipment Size – Know the depth of the deepest piece computer equipment that is going into your server rack. The available space on the inside of your cabinet needs to be at least as deep as your equipment, plus you will need room for cables.
• Compatibility – Make sure the rack you get will accommodate to rack rails of your equipment. Most often you will choose from square-holed, round-holed or drilled and tapped vertical rails. This is where your computer equipment will mount.
• Ventilation – In order to keep your server equipment from damage due to excess heat, it is important that there is adequate airflow available. Mesh doors, solid side panels and blanking panels or filler panels are generally recommended.
• Cable Management – Server and switch equipment will have cables. The ability to route cables for easy servicing is essential. Also, keep in mind that cabling can obstruct air flow through the rackmount equipment. Keep cables away from the back of equipment cooling fans for maximum airflow.
• Mobility – Casters attached to the bottom of the rack will aid in easily positioning the rack in your facility.
• New or Used – Sometimes you can find just the right rack and not have to pay new prices for it. You can find them here: used server racks.

Server rooms can help to maximize the air flow with fans, air handlers, blowers, or air conditioning to maintain the ambient temperature.

Server racks can come in a variety of sizes of 19 inch rack mount:

8u
12u
15u
20u
24u
32u
42u
44u
45u
47u
48u
52u

Rack depths are in inches or millimeters range from 24 inches to 48 inches.

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