StarTech.com 12U Wall Mount Network Rack - 14 Inch Deep (Low Profile) - 19" Patch Panel Bracket for Shallow Server and IT Equipment, Network Switches - 125lbs/57kg Weight Capacity, Black

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For £120 ex-VAT, this is a solid “get it up on the wall and stop the cable chaos” solution. The low-profile depth and 12U height make sense for patching areas, comms corners, or small offices where you don’t want a full floor cabinet eating space. It’s also a sensible buy if you’re already committed to wall-mounted patching and want something that’s built for real rack gear rather than a sketchy bracket that’ll flex under cable load. For a typical switch + patch panel + a couple of shelves situation, it’s good value and should be trouble-free to install.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it if you’re planning anything power-dense or deep hardware heavy—wall mounts always come with practical constraints (weight distribution, mounting surface, and access). Also, anything that needs frequent hands-on access can get annoying on a wall because you’re working around sightlines and clearance. In short: buy it if you need shallow, tidy rack space on a wall for networking/patching gear; skip it if your setup is deeper, heavier, or you expect constant maintenance.