Panduit Four Post Rack 36In 8Ft Deep 4 Blk Ea

PanduitSKU: 12735990

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Sale price$1,590.70

Description

The Panduit Four Post Rack stands at the intersection of cabinet-grade stability and the instant accessibility of an open rack. Engineered for data-center flexibility, it delivers a scalable solution that accommodates growing equipment needs while preserving clean aesthetics, organized cabling, and efficient airflow. Designed to support standard 19-inch equipment, this four-post system provides a robust foundation for network switches, servers, storage, and related infrastructure, enabling administrators to design layouts that optimize space, performance, and serviceability. Cabinet-like stability with open-rack accessibility, the Panduit Four Post Rack combines the best of both worlds: the structural rigidity of a cabinet to keep heavy equipment secure, with the quick accessibility of an open-rack design. This unique balance helps data centers maximize uptime and minimize maintenance time, ensuring critical devices remain accessible for updates, diagnostics, and routine servicing without compromising on security or integrity. The four vertical posts form a solid backbone, resisting flex and vibration while maintaining precise alignment for consistent mounting. This stability is essential when deploying dense servers, high-availability networking gear, and mixed workloads across racks, ensuring equipment stays securely in place during routine maintenance or reorganizations. Adjustable front and rear mounting rails for flexible deployment are included, allowing depth adjustment and secure, low-tool mounting options that streamline lifecycle management and reduce downtime during upgrades or reconfigurations. Flexible layout possibilities for optimal space, airflow, and cabling enable dynamic data-center configurations that evolve with cooling strategies, security policies, and multi-vendor footprints. The open-rack feel facilitates fast device swapping and troubleshooting, while the surrounding structural elements help keep cables organized and out of the way of hot air intakes and exhausts. In short, this rack is engineered to support growing data-center needs while preserving clean aesthetics, efficient airflow, and straightforward serviceability in demanding environments.

  • Cabinet-grade stability meets open-rack accessibility: A four-post backbone minimizes flex and vibration, delivering steady mounting for dense servers, switches, and storage while preserving the quick access required for maintenance and diagnostics.
  • Adjustable front and rear rails for flexible deployment: Rails adapt to a wide range of equipment depths and mounting configurations, enabling precise alignment and securing devices from multiple vendors without tools or with minimal tooling.
  • Standard 19-inch width for broad compatibility: Designed to accommodate a vast ecosystem of modular components, including servers, patch panels, and network gear, with consistent mounting points across vendors.
  • Optimized for airflow and clean cabling: Thoughtful cable management channels and careful post alignment promote unobstructed air movement and orderly routing, reducing hotspot risks and simplifying maintenance.
  • Fast serviceability and scalable design: Open access paired with robust rigidity enables rapid device swaps, upgrades, and reorganizations, helping IT teams improve uptime and operational efficiency in busy data centers.

Technical Details of Panduit Four Post Rack

  • Rack type: Four-post open-frame rack designed for data-center use
  • Width: 36 inches
  • Depth: 8 feet
  • Mounting compatibility: Standard 19-inch equipment
  • Rails: Adjustable front and rear mounting rails for flexible deployment
  • Finish: Black/chassis finish
  • Post count: 4 vertical supports for rigid, stable mounting
  • Cable management: Integrated channels and tie-down points to keep cables organized and away from cooling intakes

How to install Panduit Four Post Rack

  • Plan your layout with consideration for equipment weight, airflow, and cabling paths. Map hot and cold aisles, and designate zones for power, data, and management cables to minimize interference.
  • Position the four-post frame in the chosen location and secure it according to site requirements. Ensure a level base and verify floor mounting or anchor points as needed for stability.
  • Attach adjustable front and rear rails to the vertical posts, aligning mounting holes with the standard 19-inch grid. Verify rail depth settings match your equipment to ensure secure mounting and access.
  • Install equipment from the bottom up, starting with the heaviest devices first to maintain balance and ease of handling. Use proper hardware and torque guidelines to prevent damages to rack rails or equipment.
  • Route cables through built-in channels and tie-down points, keeping power and data cables separated where possible to minimize interference. Label cables for easier serviceability and future upgrades.
  • As you add devices, continuously monitor airflow. Adjust cable routing to maintain clear intake and exhaust paths, and install any required cable management accessories to prevent crowding at the rear of the rack.
  • Perform a final check of mounting alignment, verify device power and network connections, and conduct basic functional tests. Confirm that all devices boot correctly and that airflow is unobstructed before placing the rack into production use.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q: What is the Panduit Four Post Rack best used for? A: It combines cabinet-like stability with open access, making it ideal for data centers that require scalable deployment of servers, switches, storage, and other 19-inch equipment while maintaining clean cabling and efficient cooling.
  • Q: Is this rack compatible with multiple vendor equipment? A: Yes. Its standard 19-inch mounting rails and adjustable front/rear rails support equipment from a wide range of vendors, enabling flexible, multi-vendor deployments.
  • Q: Do I need specialized tools to mount equipment? A: The rails are designed for flexible mounting, offering tool-free or low-tool mounting options depending on configuration, which simplifies upgrades and maintenance.
  • Q: How does it help with airflow and cable management? A: The four-post design, precise post alignment, and accessible cable channels promote orderly cable routing and minimize airflow obstructions, contributing to cooler operation and lower hotspot risk.
  • Q: Can I reconfigure this rack as equipment changes? A: Absolutely. The modular, adjustable rails and open-rack layout support reconfiguration, expansion, and multi-vendor updates with minimal downtime.

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