StarTech.com 9U 19" Wall Mount Network Rack 17" Deep 2 Post Open Frame for Server Room/Data/AV/IT/Communication/Computer Equipment/Patch Panel w/Cage Nuts/Screws Hook/Loop 79kg Capacity~9U 19" Wall Mount Network Rack 17" Deep 2 Post Open Frame for Server Room/Data/AV/IT/Communication/Computer Equipment/Patch Panel w/Cage Nuts/Screws Hook/Loop 175lb Capacity

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For £158.84 ex-VAT, this is a decent “get it mounted and tidy” option if you’re light on kit and want something simple. The open-frame, wall-mount approach is ideal for patch panels, small switches, media/AV boxes, and general comms gear where airflow and access matter more than a fully enclosed cabinet. It’s also a good fit for tight spaces (server rooms with limited floor area, comms cupboards, or wall runs where a full rack would be a pain).

That said, I wouldn’t buy it for sensitive equipment you need to protect from accidental contact or dust, because it’s not a true enclosure. Also, wall mounting can be a deal-breaker depending on your wall construction—solid masonry is usually fine, but stud walls/limited backing can make installs more complicated and cost you in fixings/time. If you’re planning heavier servers, or you want proper cable management with minimal fiddling, you may find yourself adding extra accessories (cable managers, power distribution mounting, deeper rails/plates) to make it feel “enterprise-ready.” In short: buy it if you’re mounting networking/AV/comms gear neatly on the wall; skip it if you need security, protection, or a plug-and-play cable/power setup for heavier loads.