Looking for a 1U rackmount "clamping-type-bracket" to hold non-rackable device

[MichaelD]

I have a KVM switch that's roughly 10" wide. It has no mounting holes on the sides for brackets. I'd like to rackmount it somehow.

I have seen 1U rackmount adapters that have a sliding clamp-type mechanism in the middle...but obviously can't remember where I saw them. 😛

Similar to this, but with sliding clamps on the flat tray part in the middle.

Can anyone help me out with this?

 

[mpilchfamily]

How about using a shelf to set the KVM on. If you need it secured to the shelf then mod the case of the KVM so it can be bolted down.
http://www.server-rack-online.com/rack-mount-shelf.html

 

[MichaelD]

Yep, I thought about a shelf. But one shipped to me is over $100...more than I wanted to spend.

I have an idea though. I have some spare mounting ears for a switch that I never used. I may have a piece of 1/8" steel cut to size and tack-welded to the ears to make a mini-shelf. The KVM weighs about two pounds so weight isn't an issue. The problem then would be mounting it to said shelf. I'd really rather not use zip ties.

 

[RebateMonger]

Check out buy.com. They have discounted shelves and other rack stuff. Many with free shipping. Here's one. You could screw a self-tapping screw or two into the feet of the KVM from underneath to attach it permanently.

 

[MichaelD]

Originally posted by: RebateMonger
Check out buy.com. They have discounted shelves and other rack stuff. Many with free shipping. Here's one. You could screw a self-tapping screw or two into the feet of the KVM from underneath to attach it permanently.

:Q /whips out CC

Thanks RebateMonger! I never would've looked there for rackmount stuff. Greatly appreciate the link! It would probably cost me almost the same amount to get something welded up then painted...and wouldn't look half as good. :beer:

 

[DW in UT]

Here's another source for rackmount shelving. This company sells to the broadcast industry and large sound studios.

http://bswusa.com/searchresult...word&searchValue=shelf

 

[MichaelD]

Thanks for the link, DW in UT. 🙂 That is a good source.