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Peripherals Rack

Aug 30, 2013 3:23AM PDT

Does anyone make a good rack for storing peripherals, like your wireless router, external hard drives, KVM switch, USB hub, network switch, etc.? My peripherals are growing, and I'd like to arrange them in a neat, orderly, and accessible way. Can anyone suggest a good product or solution?

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Absolutely.
Aug 30, 2013 3:28AM PDT
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Peripherals Rack
Aug 30, 2013 3:35AM PDT

That's a floor rack for big equipment, like servers and monitors. I was imagining a rack that sat on a desk for much smaller hardware. I did a google search for peripherals rack, and found that some folks had taken stackable letter trays and reconfigured them. I'm looking for a more formal solution.

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Then short racks.
Aug 30, 2013 9:58AM PDT

The full size rack is also available in different heights. We used 3 foot ones in some bunkers years again.

If you can't find what you want ready to use why not make something? At the office we sketch it up and off to the shop.
Bob

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Local home improvement center
Sep 3, 2013 2:39AM PDT

Why not look at shelving found at DIY centers, many can easily be used for something else. You can anchor as well or simply screw it down. I found using a simple plywood placed on wall and then attach shelving with adjustable shelves works pretty good and can easily take a few lbs. or more. These come in wood, plastic or metal, so it has it all covered. Anchor any shelve with screws, ty-wraps or wire, etc., so it doesn't tip pr slide, etc., as well using foam rubber shelve matting. Just an idea....

tada -----Willy Happy

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Yep. Custom built is the only way.
Sep 5, 2013 2:22AM PDT

Basic shelving comes in a lot of sizes. Add doweling rods, Forstner bits for your drill, measuring tools, a good wood glue, and a little imagination. Voila! You've got a unit made for what you own.