4-Post Open Server Racks
4-Post Racks are a low cost option for rack mounting your servers, network, and telecom equipment. Frame options include type of rack mounting holes (square or threaded), and how the frames stand or bold to the floor. After selecting the ideal frame, you can then configure your 4-post rack with accessories including shelves, cable management, and rack power strips.
2-Post Relay Racks
Relay racks or 2-Post Racks, are a low cost option for rack mounting your servers, network, and telecom equipment. A Relay Rack is a 2-post aluminum or steel structure with either EIA standard (round) mounting holes or universal (square) mounting holes. Relay Racks are also called 2-Post Racks or Open Bay Racks. The vertical holes spacing on Relay Racks are standardized for mounting Telco, or computer / network equipment. The height of almost all rack mountable computer / network equipment products are built to accommodate these EIA standard rack units. Relay Racks can also mount cantilever shelving for other non-rack mountable equipment.
When should 4-Post Rack be considered over a 2-Post Relay Rack? - Security - a locked enclosure would be required
- Stability - normally a 4-Post Rack has far more stability
- Because of their weight or center of gravity, some equipment can not be safely mounted to a 2-post rack
- Weight - 4-post racks can mount far more weight
- Some equipment require front & rear mounting
- Flooring may not allow bolting of a Relay Rack base
LAN Racks
LAN Racks are also called LAN Stations and LAN Benches. These LAN Station/Work Benches are top of the line in quality and versatility. This completely modular system allows you to design virtually any layout suitable for your environment. Each bench frame is made from only the highest quality tube steel.For additional help in choosing the appropriate open frame rack for your needs, please contact our expert sales engineers at 1-866-722-5776.
