APC NetShelter SX 42U 1070mm Split Feed Through Side Panels Black Qty 2

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For £521.40 ex‑VAT for *two* side panel sets, this is one of those “you’re only buying it because you actually need it” accessories. If you’ve got a 42U APC NetShelter SX frame and your cabling plan involves running feeds through the sides, these split panels are genuinely handy: they make life easier during installation and upgrades, and they keep the rack looking clean instead of you hacking around with makeshift openings. In day-to-day reseller/IT work, that reduction in faff is real value—especially when you’re doing repeat deployments or moving racks around.

That said, I’d be cautious if you don’t specifically need side-through routing. The price is fine for purpose-built hardware, but it won’t magically improve cooling or cable management beyond what the rack already provides. Also double-check compatibility with your exact NetShelter SX configuration and your intended cable pathways—mis-match here is annoying and turns an “easy purchase” into returns or rework. Bottom line: buy it if you know you need side feed-through capability on an SX 42U; skip it if you’re just looking for “better panels” or you’re unsure how your cabling will actually be laid out.