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looking for a small rack that fits underneath a desk. around 12u+? Any suggestions

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holden j caufield

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Max height would be 26", max width 24.5", depth we've got plenty of space. I like Middle Atlantic racks but will entertain others. If it has built in cooling that'd be great. Thanks
 
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sometimes solutions like a SAN will come in a shipping crate that is basically a rack. If you know anyone that has done major upgrades they might have one kicking around that might be suitable.
 
startech.com sold me a tiny one. you want a full server rack that can't hold several hundred pounds not a musical rack. makes a nice crash cart can move a small blade
 
OP - Sometimes you can find quality used racks on craigslist for cheap (yes, we're talking about the same kind of racks....but you can find those other ones on craigslist too). It's worth a look if you're trying to save some money.

Other than that, I don't really have suggestions...just make sure you get something with 4 posts if it's required by whatever you're mounting in it.
 
yeah I need it to look really nice as I'd be staring it all the time when home and we don't want to make the office look tacky. Price isn't a factor. As I'll have some business people come over from time to time.
 
So you need a full depth 4 post for standard servers, only shorter? I'd find a used large rack, cut it down to fit and then make some custom doors for it.
 
4 post man. 4 post. 2post like that is for musical gear. or switches only. do not put a server on a tilt!!
 
yeah you realize most modern servers (dl360,dl380) need to be supported at all ends or their own weight could flex/twist the chassis. tower not a problem but be careful they are making the chassis thinner and thinner these days and twisted a mainboard isn't terribly good if it is not mounted proper
 
Another thing the OP could look at are wall mount rack cabinets. That might look more appealing than a traditional 4 post rack mount setup of the same size.
 
Check a music instrument store. I got a short-stack rolling cabinet (supports four-point mounting) made for MIDI and band equipment.

I bought mine at Guitar Center, I'm pretty sure Sam Ash also has something similar, or the variety of Internet shopping might turn something up.

Someplace like TechRack - http://www.techrack.com/Catalog/serverrackcabs.asp
 
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