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Review on ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ StarTech.com 12U Open Frame Server Rack - Adjustable Depth Networking Equipment Rack with Casters & Cable Management | Black, 4POSTRACK12U by Eduardo Long

Revainrating 1 out of 5

The instructions are a nightmare to understand.

All tools included (magnetic screwdriver and 2 combination wrenches), but instructions could be implemented much better. I was a bit frustrated that the instructions left out large details, which prompted me to go online to see how other people make their racks. Bolts and nuts are not clearly marked on the packaging. I highly recommend having a second person help you assemble to make this much easier. The larger screws are for the main assembly and the smaller screws are for the wheel rollers. You can end up with extra bolts, screws and a ground wire set. A ground wire set isn't really needed to be honest, but it's nice if you need to ground servers or equipment. The instructions don't show this clearly, but it should help. The cable management clips are amazing and can be rotated 360ยฐ to reroute cables. The entire frame is steel and weighs about 75 pounds. I very much doubt it will collapse under pressure or tip over as long as the bolts are properly tightened and the stabilizer bars are in place. The casters are a nice touch and make it easy to move it across most surfaces. Mounting the hardware is fairly easy using the supplied clamps with nuts and bolts. I was able to install the rack switch and rack surge protector in minutes. In terms of servers or hardware, this shouldn't be a huge problem as long as you have the right support rails, support rails, or shelves. Overall this is a great product but the instructions are a nightmare.

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