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Server cabinets are measured by a standardized measuring system called ‘u’ sizes, where one rack ‘u’ is 44.45mm high or 1.75 inches. It is important to note that this only measures the space between shelves on a rack.
Our server cabinets include convenient size markers
The first step is to establish what equipment will be used in the server cabinet. To calculate ‘u’s for non-rack mountable equipment, include its size and divide its height by 44.45mm. This equipment will take an additional 1u of shelf space.
Note that this is a measurement of internal space only and extra space will be needed to house the entire server cabinet unit. For example, a requirement of 1867mm of internal space warrants the needs for a 42u server cabinet. This cabinet will require between 250-300mm to cater to fan trays, castor and cable entry. Therefore a 42u server cabinet necessitates a 2120mm minimum working height.
Server cabinet width
Server cabinets are supplied in 600mm wide, and 800mm wide configurations and both have 19″ mounting angles for rack-mount equipment. Cable management is the determining factor in configuration selection.
Server cabinet depth
We supply server cabinets of 600mm, 800mm and 1000mm external depths. Maximum internal working space is typically between 100-150mm less than the above dimensions. For example, a server of 600mm deep requires a server rack of 1000mm to sufficiently house its equipment.
Server Cabinet Cooling
Ventilation is essential for the function of any server. Overheating may cause equipment malfunction. We supply a range of 4 fan indoor and outdoor ventilated cabinets in a variety of sizes with Tray S/Front and Rear Doors Plinth.
If you do not require a ventilated server cabinet, ensure that the room the cabinet is in is cool and ventilated.
20U 19″ IP52 Outdoor / Indoor Ventilated Server Cabinet 600 x 1000
Irrespective of the size of your business, technology offers both intangible and tangible benefits that will increase productivity and revenue. The infrastructure you employ to exploit the full potential of these technologies comes down to its infrastructure, which impinges on the culture, productivity and relationships of your business.
We at CPS manufacture and essential part of your data storage solutions. Our server cabinets are locally manufactured, cost-effective and exceptional quality. We also have excellent delivery to South Africa and the rest of Africa. Our expert team will help you buy the right server rack cabinet for your data centre. We have hundreds of server cabinet variations for you to choose from for your perfect fit. When you buy server cabinets from us, you get access to all the related spares and accessories. We keep ample stock to have you up and running in no time.
Modern server cabinets need to be user friendly for installers and administrators. Whether you are considering buying a server cabinet or still planning your network infrastructure, give us a call.
Wherever you are in South Africa, SADC or Africa we have a server cabinet and enclosure for you
We have all the required certification to export server cabinets across Africa and deliver to you.
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Cnr Suttie Road and James Crescent, Halfway House, Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa
CPS House, South Africa
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For all your server cabinet and rack needs, give our South Africa office a call on any of the numbers below
Tel +27 11 312 9310
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Need a quote on server cabinet or racks, drop us an email and we will reply at the earliest
info@cps-africa.com