Shortie rack

[drgnfang]

Ok, I'm getting the parts list together for rebuilding my WHS system. Since I am going with the Norco 4020 I figured I would investigate getting an actual rack to mount it in.

It can be open or closed, less than 20u, the shorter the better. I'll need room for the Norco (4u), a switch (1u), and a good UPS (3u?) at minimum.

Will something like this work: http://www.servercase.com/miva/miva?/Merchant2/merchant.mv+Screen=PROD&Store_Code=SC&Product_Code=2Post-15U&Category_Code=2-Post-Open-Rack

Or do I need something like this: http://www.servercase.com/miva/miva?/Merchant2/merchant.mv+Screen=PROD&Store_Code=SC&Product_Code=15U-Open-S&Category_Code=OPEN

Anybody know of cheaper solutions that will work?

[Blue Fox]

I always thought these might work pretty well if you don't need a full rack: http://www.dantraknet.com/category/34

[madcoder]

drgnfang YGPM

[Ockie]

Two post racks will not work properly. You need a four post rack, basically any four post 19" rack is going to work perfect for your needs.

[drgnfang]

Thanks Ockie, that's the info I needed.

Now any more suggestions on inexpensive racks (not cheap, just inexpensive).

[epimetheus]

Thanks Ockie, that's the info I needed.

Now any more suggestions on inexpensive racks (not cheap, just inexpensive).

Find one used locally. I scouted Craigslist and my local electronics shops toi find mine.

Edit: Might be hard to find a shortie like that though, they're as common. Be weary of audio racks though, they're not deep enough for a ~25" server case. Most audio racks are only ~21" deep.

[Ockie]

Thanks Ockie, that's the info I needed.

Now any more suggestions on inexpensive racks (not cheap, just inexpensive).



Craigslist is going to be your only bet. Also check eBay for locals or someone near you with racks.

New they are quite expensive (half racks are 500-1000)

[drgnfang]

sounds good. thanks again.

[pissboy]

I had a hard time getting rid of my Dell rack I acquired in a lot last summer. I almost had to pay someone to take it, free wasn't getting nearly enough interest.