Questions tagged [rack]

A rack is a frame or enclosure in which servers, networking equipment, and associated equipment is mounted. For questions about the Ruby framework, use the tag ruby-rack.

A rack is a frame or enclosure in which servers, networking equipment, and associated equipment is mounted.

The industry standard for racks is the 19-inch rack, so called because it mounts equipment 19 inches wide.

Racks are measured vertically in rack units (U) of 1.75 inches. The most common full-size racks used in data centers are 42U tall, though smaller racks are available for specialized applications.

For questions about the Ruby framework, use the tag .

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Securing a rack in a shared server room

A client have a couple of racks in a shared server room facility. The racks have wheels on them and they are worried anyone could simply access the server room, unplug all cables and roll out the racks within few minutes. Does anyone know of any…
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Racktables/Rackmonkey any usefull rack management Software out there?

So what is everybody using to manage their racks. We are currently using MediaWiki with quite a lot of custom templates for the servers/racks and virtualised instances. I looked at racktables.org and Rackmonkey. Both look quite nice but don't quite…
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How good is the noise reduction on an XRackpro2?

Some manufacturers of soundproof rack equipment such as Kell Systems or Acoustirack do quote noise reduction figures but I can't find any specifications for an XRackPro2. Given the evasive nature of the manufacturer's literature (they do everything…
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Server Rack for Home Use?

I was looking into getting a few shiny rack servers for my home based business. During this, I realized I would need a server rack (so that it looks neat and tidy at the least). The only problem? Even small 15U racks start at $500, and that's…
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Low-noise fans for Sun 1U rack server?

I use a Sun Fire X2100 M2 (Opteron) 1U rack server for development purposes, and the system has these noise specifications: Idle, at or below 25° C 6.9B Max, at ambient: 7.3B In other words, it's rather loud and I'd like to bring the level down…
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Can I mix and match rack mount servers?

I want to know if all vendors rack servers are compatible with all rack chassis?
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Mount servers at the center?

I can't afford a 4 post rack right now, but I can afford a 2 post one... However, you can't mount a server in a 2 post rack because it will break the ears. Will a 2 post rack support a server (even a really heavy one) if I mount it at the center…
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What is the name for the pieces of metal in a rack that cage nuts are installed into?

You would not believe how much consternation this simple question has caused my office. :) When installing cage nuts to mount rails or equipment, the nuts are clipped into a piece of metal with square holes, usually labeled with the rack unit…
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Self Contained / Cooled Rack Enclosure

I'm looking at having to place a few servers in a location that does not provide a 'friendly' environment (moderate dust, no HVAC, ok physical security). Can anyone recommend a 'self contained' rack enclosure that provides cooling, air filtration,…
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Cage nut sizes: is 10-32 the same as M5?

For an old 19" rack, I need to buy some cage nuts for round holes. You can't get them here in the Netherlands, it seems, but Amazon has them. However, I don't want to get US sized thread... Amazon says that the above product is 10-32 (US size) and…
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Estimation of server cabinate weight?

Anyone got any idea what the aprox weight of a half size server rack (with stuff in it) would be? Assume a 24U dell rack with 4x1Us and 4x2Us, switch, kvm unit, cables and a couple of low end UPS devices inside.
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Server Rack Relocation...Least Bumpy Option?

So I have a floor-standing half rack on wheels. Something similar to this --> https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-Portable-Server-Rack-Cabinet/dp/B006ZLV5HA. It's loaded up with server equipment that was configured in a staging area of the office.…
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shelving as a cheap rack?

So, I'm cheap and I buy tower servers instead of blades. I was thinking of getting a workstation for my servers, but came across some industrial shelving. The shelving is metal and is capable of holding 3000 pounds. The potential concern I have…
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Access unreachable foot of server rack?

I have a server rack that is in the corner. Pushed it there with the installed casters. Instructions seem to be to raise the rack off the casters using the adjustable feet. Problem is I can't reach the far back foot as this rack is in a corner. …
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Where can I purchase a good server rack cabinet?

We need to buy the first one and don't know where to start... Thanks.
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