WTB: Server Rack

[jrdnlc]

Looking for a rack between 24U-32U spaces. Located in Los Angeles so prefer locals but don't mind paying shipping cost for the right price. Maximum depth of 35"

Thank you in advance!

 

[jmck]

If you aren't in a rush to get one just watch craigslist. I'm in the same area as you, watched craigslist for 2 months and found a Dell 24U practically new for free.

 

[jrdnlc]

If you aren't in a rush to get one just watch craigslist. I'm in the same area as you, watched craigslist for 2 months and found a Dell 24U practically new for free.

Yeah that's where I been looking but so far no luck. Let's see how longer it takes lol

 

[Fritz]

I can highly recommend this eBay seller. I bought a NIB 36U HP rack from them and everything was excellent.

dsiracks on eBay

 

[canta]

Yeah that's where I been looking but so far no luck. Let's see how longer it takes lol

I vote to buy on craiglist since you are living in the big city due on easy to get a good deal on server rack.
you will save $$$$$$ on shipping and rack price.

are you sure? No Luck
you should score easily within 2-3 months!! if you do not mind driving 40-60miles one way

 

[jrdnlc]

I vote to buy on craiglist since you are living in the big city due on easy to get a good deal on server rack.
you will save $$$$$$ on shipping and rack price.

are you sure? No Luck
you should score easily within 2-3 months!! if you do not mind driving 40-60miles one way

Yeah I'll be patient and wait until one pops up. I was getting ready to buy one from eBay for $550 shipped but I'll wait. Thanks all for the advice

 

[CreoleLakerFan]

I can highly recommend this eBay seller. I bought a NIB 36U HP rack from them and everything was excellent.

dsiracks on eBay

Same here. Got a nice 24u rack from them. They actually have a website, and the list prices there are usually cheaper than the eBay auction price.

 

[Fritz]

I paid $490 delivered.

 

[jrdnlc]

Well that didn't take too long.. Just picked up this bad boy from Craigslist for $100

 

[vl1969]

I got something like it from ebay last year for 25 bicks. Local pickup
Came with 2! Apc ups as well. Heavy like you wouldn't believe it.

 

[jmck]

Now take that extra money you saved and buy one of the 2U Intel barebones to put in it....

 

[T_Minus]

Very nice! I like those units.

 

[pricklypunter]

I love the new ones with the split doors and mesh, they are right up there with the HP racks in terms of quality and build

 

[jrdnlc]

I'm waiting for my M6 cage screws to arrive so I can mount the rest of my gear. What brand screws do you guys use? I ordered StarTech from Amazon and they were $30 for 50pcs

Also, does anyone know if the Supermicro tooless rails work with other 4U cases or just Supermicro? I would love to have those, build quality is amazing.

 

[pricklypunter]

I usually just use M6x16 stainless pozi panheads with washers, but then I'm cheap

 

[Fritz]

I get mine from eBay. I doubt the SM rails work with other bands of cases. I'd be highly surprised if they do.

 

[CreoleLakerFan]

Hey Fritz and Creole, how much did you pay for the 36u from dsiracks new?

Paid around $700, including delivery.

 

[whitey]

That looks like an 'old-school' APC netshelter rack, sturdy and should do the job, bit hefty I bet though right?

 

[jrdnlc]

I think i'm going to cancel my order of M6 screws from Amazon. Just picked these up at HomeDepot

 

[pricklypunter]

The black painted/ enameled screws and cup washers look pretty, but functionally, they are no different to any old bright steel screw with a pan head and flat washer. I just prefer using stainless ones so that any galvanic reaction with the crappy cage nuts is kept to a minimum and it's not really any more expensive when buying from a proper hardware wholesaler either. Quite apart from that, what you were going to pay for them was OTT. If I recall, even Navepoint sell them on amazon for less than half that