APC NetShelter SX 42U Server Rack Enclosure – White, 2258H x 750W x 1070D mm

The APC NetShelter SX 42U Server Rack Enclosure in white is built for high-density IT environments that demand robust protection, flexible configuration, and streamlined installation. This wide enclosure is engineered to accommodate dense server, storage, and networking gear while delivering enhanced cable management that helps you maintain clean, organized layouts and optimal airflow. With a generous 42U height, it’s easy to assemble, scale, and reposition equipment as your data center evolves, and its white, powder-coated finish provides a professional look that blends into enterprise IT spaces. Designed for fast IT deployment, this enclosure simplifies initial setup and ongoing changes, enabling your team to install, add, or reconfigure equipment with minimal downtime and maximum reliability.

• Enhanced cable management for high-density applications: A wide enclosure paired with an advanced cable routing system minimizes cabling clutter, improves airflow, and simplifies cable labeling and maintenance, helping to reduce service times during upgrades or repairs.
• 42U height for flexible rack configurations: The standard 42U frame size supports a broad range of server, storage, and networking components while allowing easier passage through doorways during moves or office-to-data-center transitions.
• Ideal for high-density networking or computing: Suited for data centers, corporate IT rooms, and edge deployments that require compact footprint without compromising expansion, scalability, or performance in dense racks.
• Designed for faster IT installation: Quick-access panels, adjustable rails, and modular components streamline deployment, service, and future changes, enabling IT teams to align gear rapidly with minimal tools and fuss.
• Durable white enclosure built for long-term reliability: Constructed from sturdy materials with a protective powder-coated finish, the NetShelter SX protects valuable equipment from physical impact, EMI, and environmental factors while maintaining a clean aesthetic.

Technical Details of APC NetShelter SX 42U Server Rack Enclosure

• Product name: APC NetShelter SX Server Rack Enclosure
• U-Height: 42U
• Dimensions (HxWxD): 2258 mm x 750 mm x 1070 mm
• Color: White
• Material: Steel enclosure with powder-coated finish
• Compliance: TAA compliant
• Application: High-density server, storage, and networking equipment
• Key features: Enhanced cable management system, adjustable mounting rails, front and rear access, secure doors and panels

How to install APC NetShelter SX

• Plan your layout: assess room dimensions, doorways, floor loading, power and network access, and ensure you have adequate clearance for front and rear service doors and cable management panels.
• Prepare the space: clear the installation area, install anti-slip flooring if required, and verify that the electrical supply and cooling provisions meet your equipment’s requirements.
• Position and assemble: with a team, move the NetShelter SX into place, align mounting rails, and secure the enclosure to the floor or casters as specified by your configuration and facility guidelines.
• Install equipment and cable management: mount servers, storage devices, and network gear on the adjustable rails; route power and data cables through the enhanced cable management system, labeling as you go for easy future maintenance.
• Test and finalize: connect power, verify boot sequences, confirm connectivity, and ensure airflow paths remain unobstructed; close doors and secure all latches, then document the configuration for your operations manuals.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What environments is the APC NetShelter SX 42U enclosure best suited for?
• A: It’s ideal for high-density data centers, enterprise IT rooms, and edge locations that require scalable, organized rack solutions with robust cable management and a professional white finish.
• Q: Can the enclosure pass through standard doorways during installation or relocation?
• A: Yes. The 42U height and thoughtful design enable easier passage through typical doorways, simplifying installation, relocation, and upgrades in constrained spaces.
• Q: Does the enclosure come with cable management features?
• A: Yes. The NetShelter SX line emphasizes enhanced cable management to reduce clutter, improve airflow, and support rapid reconfiguration of networking and computing gear.
• Q: Is this enclosure compliant with industry standards?
• A: The unit is TAA compliant, ensuring it meets procurement requirements for government and enterprise customers seeking compliant IT infrastructure.
• Q: How does the 42U space benefit high-density deployments?
• A: The 42U space provides ample mounting options for a mix of servers, storage racks, and networking equipment while maintaining accessible cable routing and serviceability, improving uptime and maintenance efficiency.