What to look for when choosing a rack for a home lab?
Nafe92014
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Hello all,
I am currently trying to figure out what to look for in a rack. I'd like something that is mid-size and upgradable for future Cisco exams that I may take. My spending budget for a rack would be $200 or less.
Thanks
I am currently trying to figure out what to look for in a rack. I'd like something that is mid-size and upgradable for future Cisco exams that I may take. My spending budget for a rack would be $200 or less.
Thanks
Certification Goals 2020: CCNA, Security+
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Hondabuff
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Skeletek 12u
Dantrak Net - New and Used Networking Equipment and Peripherals. Skeletek Racks and Accessories.“The problem with quotes on the Internet is that you can’t always be sure of their authenticity.” ~Abraham Lincoln -
MTciscoguy
Member Posts: 552
After looking at prices for the ones I wanted, I decided to build my own, I wanted an enclosed cabinet with fans and such and was not willing to spend $300-$400 so I figure out how to build one that is a 20U for less than $100.Current Lab: 4 C2950 WS, 1 C2950G EI, 3 1841, 2 2503, Various Modules, Parts and Pieces. Dell Power Edge 1850, Dell Power Edge 1950. -
ssnyderu2
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I bought a small 12u rack off ebay for 31.99 with free shipping. It works just fine for holding 3 routers and 3 switches and still have room for 5 or 6 more 1u items. Here is a link to the seller that i got it from.
Cisco 12U 19" Ccent CCNA CCNP CCIE R s Voice Security Network Lab Desktop Rack | eBay2019 Goals: 70-698, CCENT, MCSA 2016
Certifications: A+, Network+, Security+, CIW Foundations and MTA OS Fundamentals
Cisco Lab :3x Cisco 2811 Routers, 3x Cisco 3750 Switches and Cisco 2620 Router with NM-32A module
Windows Lab: Dual CPU Hyper-V server with 12 Cores/24 Threads, 96GB RAM and 2TB HDD.
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theodoxa
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I found both of my mid/full-size racks on Craigslist for under $100/each.R&S: CCENT → CCNA → CCNP → CCIE [ ]
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theodoxa
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I bought a small 12u rack off ebay for 31.99 with free shipping. It works just fine for holding 3 routers and 3 switches and still have room for 5 or 6 more 1u items. Here is a link to the seller that i got it from.
Cisco 12U 19" Ccent CCNA CCNP CCIE R s Voice Security Network Lab Desktop Rack | eBay
I have one of those I bought off Amazon [before upgrading to larger racks]. It will hold a few routers and switches and is perfect for a small lab. I had it under my desk at work when I was working on CCNP: SWITCH.
http://www.amazon.com/OnStage-RS7030-Rack-Stand/dp/B000CD1R84/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1425675588&sr=8-4&keywords=12U+Rack
R&S: CCENT → CCNA → CCNP → CCIE [ ]
Security: CCNA [ ]
Virtualization: VCA-DCV [ ] -
JeanM
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I really like my Skeletek C28U-HD , it was under $200 shipped.2015 goals - ccna voice / vmware vcp. -
Nafe92014
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After doing alot of research, I have decided to go with this rack. https://www.cdw.ca/shop/products/StarTech.com-25U-Adjustable-Depth-Open-Frame-4-Post-Server-Rack-w-Casters/3532284.aspx. The shipping fee for the Dantrak rack was ridiculous from the US to Canada.Certification Goals 2020: CCNA, Security+
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