StarTech.com 4U Wallmount Rack 13.78in Deep Steel WALLMOUNT4
The StarTech.com WALLMOUNT4 4U Wallmount Rack provides a robust and space-efficient solution for securely mounting up to 20 kg (44 lbs) of networking and IT equipment in constrained business environments.
- Space Optimization: Mounts 4U of equipment on a wall, freeing up valuable floor space in compact offices or network closets.
- Robust Construction: Engineered from durable steel, it safely supports up to 20 kg (44 lbs) of critical IT gear, ensuring equipment stability.
- Standardized Fit: Designed with a 13.78-inch (35 cm) depth, it accommodates common shallow rackmount devices like patch panels and switches.
- Organized Cabling: Integrated cable management features help maintain a tidy installation, reducing clutter and improving airflow for better equipment longevity.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com WALLMOUNT4 is a purpose-built 4U wall-mountable equipment rack, constructed from durable steel to provide a sturdy platform for networking and IT equipment. With a depth of 350 mm (13.78 inches), it is specifically designed to house shallow rackmount devices, ensuring efficient use of vertical space.
This rack is compliant with EIA/ECA-310-E industry standards, guaranteeing compatibility with a wide range of 19-inch equipment and simplifying deployment. Its open frame design and integrated cable management facilitate easy access for maintenance, promoting optimal airflow and extending hardware lifespan.
- Core Functionality: Provides 4U of rack space, enabling businesses to consolidate and secure essential network switches, patch panels, and other shallow devices.
- High Load Capacity: Supports up to 20 kg (44 lbs), ensuring the safe and stable mounting of critical IT infrastructure without risk of structural failure.
- Space-Saving Design: Its wall-mounted form factor conserves valuable floor space, making it ideal for small offices, retail backrooms, or wiring closets with limited room.
- Simplified Installation: Features square mounting holes and includes all necessary nuts, screws, and washers, streamlining the setup process for IT teams.
- Operational Value: Constructed from steel and compliant with EIA/ECA-310-E, this rack offers long-term durability and standardized compatibility, reducing future replacement costs.
The StarTech.com WALLMOUNT4 rack is an essential component for any business seeking to efficiently organize and protect its network infrastructure in space-constrained environments.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
Organize Network Gear in Small Offices
Small businesses often lack dedicated server rooms, leading to disorganized IT equipment. This wallmount rack provides a compact, secure location for network switches, patch panels, and modems, keeping them off the floor and out of the way.
Small businesses, branch offices, retail locations, professional service firms
Secure Equipment in Public-Facing Areas
In environments like retail stores or public lobbies, IT equipment needs to be protected from tampering or accidental damage. Mounting equipment securely on a wall within this steel rack minimizes physical access risks and maintains a professional appearance.
Retail franchises, hospitality venues, educational institutions, government agencies
Optimize Space in Wiring Closets
Traditional server racks consume significant floor space, which is often limited in wiring closets or communication rooms. This 4U wallmount solution maximizes vertical space, allowing for efficient deployment of essential networking infrastructure without impeding access.
Mid-market companies, multi-site organizations, facilities management teams, IT operations centers
Key Features
Rack capacity: 4U
Provides ample space for essential networking components, allowing for organized and scalable IT infrastructure deployment.
Maximum weight capacity: 20 kg (44 lbs)
Safely supports a range of networking devices, ensuring stability and preventing equipment damage from inadequate support.
Material: Steel construction
Offers enhanced durability and physical security for mounted equipment, contributing to long-term operational reliability.
Mounting depth (max): 35 cm (13.78 in)
Accommodates shallow rackmount equipment, making it suitable for common switches, patch panels, and other network devices.
Cable management: Yes
Facilitates tidy cable routing, which improves airflow, simplifies troubleshooting, and reduces the risk of accidental disconnections.
Industry Applications
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and accounting practices use this rack to securely house network switches and firewalls in compact office server closets.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail stores and restaurants deploy this rack to organize POS systems, security DVRs, and network equipment in back-office areas.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Clinics and dental offices utilize this rack for mounting network infrastructure that supports patient management systems and diagnostic tools.
Education & Research
Schools and universities deploy this rack in classrooms or small labs to secure network switches and AV control equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of equipment can be mounted in this 4U rack?
This rack is designed for standard 19-inch rack-mountable equipment, particularly shallow devices like network switches, patch panels, KVM switches, and some UPS units, up to 35 cm (13.78 inches) deep.
Does this wallmount rack come with mounting hardware for the wall itself?
The package includes nuts, screws, and washers for mounting equipment into the rack. Hardware for mounting the rack to the wall (e.g., wall anchors, lag bolts) is typically purchased separately based on wall material.
Can this rack be installed in any orientation?
This rack is designed for vertical wall mounting, allowing equipment to be installed horizontally. While technically possible to mount horizontally, it is not the intended or recommended orientation for optimal equipment support and cable management.
What are the external dimensions of the StarTech.com WALLMOUNT4?
The rack measures 498 mm (19.6 inches) in width, 350 mm (13.78 inches) in depth, and 184 mm (7.24 inches) in height, providing a compact footprint for space-constrained installations.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Lifetime
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.