StarTech.com 12U Wall-Mount Open-Frame Rack Adjustable Depth RK12WALLOA
The StarTech.com RK12WALLOA 12U Wall-Mount Open-Frame Rack provides a robust, space-saving solution for mounting up to 90 kg of network and telecommunications equipment, ensuring organized and accessible IT infrastructure.
- Space Optimization: Wall-mount design frees up valuable floor space, allowing for efficient use of smaller IT closets or server rooms.
- Adjustable Depth: Accommodates various equipment sizes with a depth range up to 50.5 cm, ensuring compatibility with diverse network devices.
- High Load Capacity: Supports up to 90 kg (198 lb) of gear, securely housing heavy switches, patch panels, and UPS units without compromise.
- Open-Frame Access: Facilitates easy installation, maintenance, and airflow, reducing technician time and preventing equipment overheating.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com RK12WALLOA is a 12U wall-mount open-frame rack engineered from durable steel, designed to securely house up to 90 kg (198 lb) of network and telecommunications equipment. Its adjustable mounting depth, ranging up to 50.5 cm, ensures versatile deployment for various device sizes.
This rack adheres to industry standards including CE, REACH, RoHS, and EIA/ECA-310-E, ensuring compatibility and safety within professional IT environments. The open-frame design promotes optimal airflow and simplifies cable management, extending equipment lifespan and reducing maintenance efforts.
- Space-Saving Design: Wall-mountable form factor conserves valuable floor space, making it ideal for small offices, retail locations, or wiring closets.
- Adjustable Mounting Depth: Offers flexibility to accommodate equipment with varying depths up to 50.5 cm, ensuring broad compatibility across different vendors.
- Robust Steel Construction: Built from high-quality steel, providing a maximum weight capacity of 90 kg for secure and stable equipment deployment.
- Enhanced Airflow: Open-frame design prevents heat buildup, contributing to the longevity and stable operation of critical network devices.
- Simplified Installation: Comes with all necessary mounting hardware and a manual, enabling quick and straightforward setup by IT personnel.
This StarTech.com rack is an essential component for any business aiming to establish a professional, organized, and space-efficient IT infrastructure.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
Space-Optimized Network Deployment
Small to mid-sized offices often lack dedicated server rooms, requiring IT equipment to be housed efficiently in utility closets or back rooms. This 12U wall-mount rack provides a compact, secure solution for organizing switches, patch panels, and other network devices, maximizing usable space.
Growing SMBs, branch offices, retail locations, educational facilities
Organized IT Infrastructure
Disorganized cabling and unmounted equipment can lead to operational inefficiencies, difficult troubleshooting, and increased risk of damage. The open-frame design and adjustable depth of this rack ensure all network components are neatly arranged and easily accessible, simplifying maintenance and reducing IT overhead.
IT operations teams, facilities management, small data centers, co-location facilities
Secure Equipment Mounting
Ensuring the physical security and stability of critical network hardware is paramount for business continuity and data integrity. With a 90 kg weight capacity and robust steel construction, this rack securely supports heavy equipment, protecting investments and minimizing the risk of accidental damage or dislodgement.
Any business with a server room, MDF/IDF closet, NOC, or IT department
Key Features
12U Rack Capacity
Provides ample space for essential network switches, patch panels, and small servers, consolidating IT assets efficiently.
90 kg (198 lb) Maximum Weight Capacity
Securely supports heavy network and telecommunications equipment, ensuring stability and protecting valuable hardware investments.
Adjustable Mounting Depth up to 50.5 cm
Accommodates a wide range of equipment sizes, offering versatile deployment options for diverse IT setups.
Open-Frame Steel Construction
Promotes superior airflow to prevent overheating and simplifies access for installation and routine maintenance, extending equipment lifespan.
EIA/ECA-310-E Compliance
Ensures universal compatibility with standard 19-inch rack-mountable equipment, streamlining procurement and integration processes.
Industry Applications
Retail & Hospitality
Deploys network switches and POS backend equipment in compact back-office spaces, ensuring organized and secure infrastructure.
Legal & Professional Services
Organizes essential network and server equipment in small office server closets, maintaining a professional and accessible IT environment.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Secures and centralizes network devices in clinics or medical offices, supporting patient data systems and operational connectivity.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Houses network infrastructure for factory floor connectivity or administrative offices, optimizing space and protecting critical equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of equipment can be mounted in this 12U rack?
This 12U rack is designed to mount standard 19-inch rack-mountable equipment, including network switches, patch panels, UPS units, and small form-factor servers, up to a total weight of 90 kg.
How is the mounting depth adjusted on this open-frame rack?
The mounting rails feature an adjustable depth mechanism, allowing IT professionals to set the internal depth from a minimum of 30.5 cm (12 inches) up to a maximum of 50.5 cm to fit various equipment sizes.
Does this rack come with all necessary mounting hardware for installation?
Yes, the StarTech.com RK12WALLOA includes all required nuts (48), screws (64), bolts (24), and washers (72) for assembling the rack and mounting equipment, along with a comprehensive manual.
What are the benefits of an open-frame rack compared to an enclosed cabinet?
An open-frame rack offers superior airflow for equipment cooling, easier access for cabling and maintenance, and is generally more cost-effective. It is ideal for environments where physical security is less of a concern than accessibility and thermal management.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
5 Years
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.