APC Horizontal Cable Manager 2U x 4 AR8600A
The APC Horizontal Cable Manager 2U x 4 (AR8600A) provides essential rack organization, directly improving airflow and simplifying maintenance within your IT environment.
- Rack Capacity: 2U of vertical space is dedicated to cable management, ensuring a clean and organized server rack.
- Enhanced Airflow: By neatly routing cables, this manager prevents obstructions, allowing for optimal cooling of critical IT equipment.
- Simplified Maintenance: Easy access to cables reduces troubleshooting time and streamlines hardware upgrades or replacements.
- Durable Construction: Built with robust materials, this panel is designed for long-term use in demanding IT infrastructure.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The APC Horizontal Cable Manager 2U x 4 (AR8600A) is a black, 2U rack-mountable panel engineered to provide a structured solution for managing data and power cables within an IT enclosure or rack.
Designed for TAA and REACH compliance, this manager facilitates better airflow by preventing cable congestion, which in turn supports the longevity and performance of your sensitive IT hardware.
- Organized Cabling: Dedicated 2U space neatly routes cables, preventing tangles and improving rack aesthetics.
- Improved Cooling: Reduced cable clutter allows for unobstructed airflow, helping to maintain optimal operating temperatures for equipment.
- Simplified Access: Easy cable management makes it faster and simpler to perform maintenance, upgrades, or troubleshooting.
- Standard Rack Fit: Designed to fit standard 19-inch racks, ensuring compatibility with most existing infrastructure.
- Durable Black Finish: The black powder coat provides a professional look and protects against minor abrasions in the rack environment.
Invest in organized infrastructure with the APC Horizontal Cable Manager for a more efficient and maintainable IT environment.
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What This Solves
Organize Server Rack Cabling
Within a server rack or network enclosure, cables can become a tangled mess, hindering airflow and making maintenance difficult. This 2U manager provides a dedicated space to route and secure cables, ensuring a clean and accessible setup.
Data center operations, IT closets, co-location facilities, network operations centers
Improve Equipment Cooling
Congested cables obstruct the free flow of air within a rack, leading to elevated temperatures for sensitive IT equipment. By providing a clear pathway for cables, this manager enhances airflow, supporting optimal operating conditions and equipment longevity.
High-density server deployments, environments with strict thermal requirements, mission-critical infrastructure
Simplify IT Maintenance
When cables are unorganized, identifying, troubleshooting, or replacing components becomes a time-consuming and frustrating task. This manager keeps cables neatly arranged, significantly reducing the time and effort required for routine maintenance and upgrades.
Organizations with regular hardware refresh cycles, IT teams focused on operational efficiency, facilities management
Key Features
Rack capacity: 2U
Provides a substantial 2U of vertical space dedicated to cable management, ensuring ample room for organized routing.
Product colour: Black
The black finish offers a professional aesthetic that blends seamlessly with standard rack equipment and IT environments.
Width: 483 mm
Standard 19-inch width ensures compatibility with virtually all standard server racks and network enclosures.
Depth (max): 11 cm
Offers sufficient depth to manage a significant amount of cabling without protruding excessively into the rack space.
Weight: 1.02 kg
Lightweight design makes installation easy and does not add significant load to the rack structure.
Compatible With
Networking Equipment
Managed switches, patch panels, routers, PoE injectors, NAS devices
Servers & Storage
Rackmount servers, storage arrays, KVM switches, UPS units
Structured Cabling
Keystone jacks, fiber optic patch panels, cable management arms
Rack & Enclosure Systems
Standard 19-inch server racks, wall-mount racks, network cabinets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary function of the APC Horizontal Cable Manager 2U x 4?
Its primary function is to organize and route data and power cables within a server rack or network enclosure, preventing clutter and improving airflow.
How does this cable manager contribute to better cooling?
By keeping cables neatly routed and preventing them from obstructing airflow pathways, it allows for more efficient cooling of IT equipment within the rack.
What is the physical size of this cable manager?
It occupies 2U of vertical space in a standard 19-inch rack, with a width of 483 mm and a maximum depth of 11 cm.
Is this cable manager compatible with all server racks?
Yes, its standard 19-inch width is designed to fit universally within standard server racks and network cabinets.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Manufacturer warranty applies. Contact Zent Networks for warranty terms specific to this product.
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.