- Depth: 20 in (508 mm)
- Height: 1U
- Type: Sliding computer shelf
- Purpose: Mounts a desktop PC inside a server rack for near-server access
- Power down the equipment in the rack and unplug devices as a precaution before installing the shelf.
- Open the rack and locate the mounting points that align with the shelf's rails; ensure you have the appropriate tools for the mounting screws.
- Position the shelf at the desired height within the 1U space and secure it to the rack rails using the supplied fasteners.
- Place your desktop PC onto the shelf, connect power and data cables, and verify there is adequate clearance for back-panel connectors.
- Carefully slide the shelf with the PC into the rack, verify smooth extension, and perform a post-installation check to confirm proper operation and ventilation.
- Q: What is the primary use of the Rack Solutions 1U Dry Sliding Computer Shelf? A: It provides a compact, accessible mounting location for a desktop PC inside a server rack, using a 1U sliding shelf to simplify maintenance and cable management.
- Q: How deep is the shelf? A: 20 inches (508 mm).
- Q: How tall is the shelf? A: 1U.
- Q: Is it designed for use in a server rack? A: Yes, it is intended for installation inside a server rack to place a desktop PC near critical servers while maintaining space efficiency.
- Q: How do I install it? A: Follow the installation steps outlined above to align mounting points, secure the shelf, install the PC, and test operation after sliding it back into the rack.
