StarTech.com 4-Post 12U Wall Mount Network Cabinet with 1U Shelf, 19in Wall-Mounted Server Rack Kit, Up to 16in Mounting Depth, Ships Fully Assembled

StarTech 18U hinged cabinet just came in today. First and foremost, there was absolutely zero damage from shipping. 👍 Was really worried about this reading other reviews. We have not hung this cabinet yet, but the cabinet already being put together make this cabinet worth every penny.

I've read many reviews on the packaging and damage during shipping for many of these cabinets. This came fully assembled with no damage at all. The only set up I did was adjusting the back rails all the way back. This is a very high quality rack. I highly recommend the back hinge if you plan on working in the rack regularly. I find that I open it up almost every time I need to do something in the rack. So much easier to work on it with free back access. For my low heat equipment, I like the open vents for free air flow. Steel is thick, welds look good, tolerances are tight, very confident in the build. Installed with 4 lag bolts (5/16x2in) into studs, holds strong. Again, highly recommend the hinged back for anyone that wants or needs to tinker in their rack frequently.

I was looking for a 12U wall-mountable rack for my new condo. The AV company that pre-wired the place (of course) wanted to sell me a Mid-Atlantic frame. I decided to go with the StarTech. The first thing I noticed is that it was much bigger than I expected. Well part of the reason is that Amazon sent me the 15U version. But that’s turned out to be a nice bonus. The rack is a beast! Very heavy and well-made. The hardware package is also high-quality. I bought the combo with the PDU. That is also very nice. I added a couple of fans, a patch panel, and I’m good to go. I’ve very happy with it.

The StarTech enclosed rack cabinets cost a little more than other rack cabinets sold on Amazon but I think the extra cost is really worth it The StarTech racks are well built and very sturdy. The only complaint I have about the rack cabinet that I got is about the packaging for shipment. All sides of the cabinet that I received was protected with thick corrugated cardboards except for the bottom which was fully exposed! Because the bottom of the cabinet was not protected, my unit was badly scratched on the bottom. This cabinet is made to be flippable 180º to allow changing which way the back door opens. Fortunately, the default opening direction was fine with me so I didn't need to flip the cabinet. But if I had to, I would have really been pissed to see the bottom of the cabinet, now to be the top, all scratched up!!!

This case, grounded by my friend who's an electrician is very comforting when I have it loaded with batteries and charge controllers from a PV array in my westerly facing windows. Without the ground attachment, I would be afraid to touch it. I can't think of a safer way to do Solar Power indoors. Thank you for making this delivery count Amazon. I believe we'll be served more carefully for the foreseeable future.

Awesome Unit. Very well built. Arrived in perfect condition. Already assembled. It was a bit heavy, but my wife and I were able to wall mount it. Didn't come with wall mounting screws, so you will need to buy those. Highly recommend.

Perfect size for our needs

Great wall-mount network rack. We used it for 48 ethernet patchbays, switches and router. Big plus is the hinged back section. This is perfect for the wiring and system setup.