NorStone Wall Rack 6U
Overview
The Norstone Pro Wall Rack 6U is a wall-mounting solution designed to meet the needs of audiovisual and IT professionals. This wall rack allows for organizing and securing 19-inch format equipment while optimizing available space. Its sturdy construction, security features, and modular design make it suitable for both professional installations and home environments.
Robust Design and Construction
The Norstone Pro Wall Rack 6U stands out for its solid metal construction, ensuring exceptional durability and optimal protection for your equipment. With an elegant satin black finish, this rack blends seamlessly into any environment, whether it’s a recording studio, server room, or sophisticated home theater setup.
The rack’s structure is designed to offer a perfect balance between sturdiness and accessibility. Its external dimensions of 600 x 370 x 600 mm allow it to accommodate professional equipment while maintaining a reasonable footprint on your wall. Despite its compact size, it offers a generous usable depth of 540 mm, sufficient to house most standard audiovisual and IT equipment.
The build quality is also reflected in the rack’s weight (19 kg), demonstrating the use of premium materials to ensure stability and longevity. Every element is designed to withstand the daily demands of intensive professional use.
Advanced Technical Features
The Norstone Pro Wall Rack 6U provides a capacity of 6 units in the standard 19-inch format, accommodating a variety of equipment such as amplifiers, audio processors, servers, network switches, or video distribution systems. This capacity is ideal for medium-sized installations requiring optimal organization.
One of the key features of this rack is its adjustable front 19-inch profiles. This technical characteristic allows precise positioning of equipment according to their dimensions, up to a maximum depth of 540 mm. The profiles are equipped with perforated square holes compatible with clip-on cage nuts, facilitating the installation and repositioning of equipment.
Cable management has been carefully considered, with multiple strategically positioned entries on the top, back, and bottom of the rack. These closable openings enable optimal cable routing while maintaining a neat and professional appearance. This thoughtful design also simplifies maintenance and future modifications to the installation.
Optimized Security and Accessibility
Protecting expensive equipment is a priority for professionals, and the Norstone Pro Wall Rack 6U perfectly meets this requirement. Its tempered glass front door serves a dual purpose: it allows you to monitor the status of the equipment (indicator lights, displays) while protecting them from unauthorized access thanks to its key lock. This feature is particularly valuable in shared or publicly accessible environments.
Accessibility to the equipment is not overlooked. The removable side panels are a practical innovation that significantly simplifies initial installation and subsequent interventions. This design allows easy access to the sides of the equipment for connections, adjustments, or replacements without dismantling the entire installation.
This smart combination of security and accessibility represents a significant advantage over other mounting solutions that often prioritize one at the expense of the other. The Norstone Pro Wall Rack 6U successfully balances these two essential aspects for professional use.
Effective Ventilation and Thermal Management
Thermal management is a crucial aspect to ensure the longevity and performance of electronic equipment. The Norstone Pro Wall Rack 6U features a fan on its upper section, ensuring constant airflow to dissipate the heat generated by the devices. This active ventilation helps maintain an optimal operating temperature, even when the rack is loaded with high-heat-dissipating equipment.
The rack’s design also promotes effective passive ventilation through various strategically positioned openings. This dual approach (active and passive ventilation) provides a comprehensive solution for thermal management, reducing the risk of overheating and extending the lifespan of installed equipment.
For installations requiring additional cooling capacity, the rack is compatible with extra ventilation trays, some of which include a thermostat for automatic regulation based on internal temperature. This modularity allows the cooling solution to be tailored to the specific needs of each configuration.
Extensive Modularity and Customization
The Norstone Pro Wall Rack 6U stands out for its high modularity, allowing the installation to be customized according to the specific needs of each project. Delivered with an included fixed shelf, it immediately provides a versatile support surface for non-rackable equipment or accessories.
Compatibility with a wide range of accessories is a major asset of this wall rack. Extension options include additional shelves (fixed or sliding), patch panels for network connections, cable management strips, and various power solutions such as power strips with or without switches.
Blanking and ventilation panels available in different heights (1U to 4U) optimize airflow and maintain a professional appearance by covering unused spaces. This flexibility allows the rack to adapt to evolving needs, adding or reconfiguring equipment without replacing the entire installation.
Essential Complementary Accessories
To fully leverage the Norstone Pro Wall Rack 6U, several complementary accessories are worth considering. Additional ventilation trays with thermostats are a wise investment for installations generating significant heat, ensuring automated thermal regulation.
Sliding shelves facilitate access to equipment requiring frequent adjustments, while cable management strips help maintain tidy and professional cabling. For network installations, the compatible 24 x RJ45 CAT6 patch panel efficiently organizes Ethernet connections.
Dedicated power strips with Schuko sockets offer an integrated solution for powering equipment, avoiding unsightly and potentially hazardous external cables. These accessories, specifically designed for Norstone Pro racks, ensure perfect compatibility and seamless integration.
Documentation
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Technical Specifications
Physical Specifications
- External dimensions (W × H × D): 600 × 370 × 600 mm
- Maximum usable depth: 540 mm
- Material: metal
- Color: satin black
- Net weight: 19 kg
Configuration and Installation
- Capacity: 6 units, 19 inches
- Adjustable front 19-inch profiles in depth (max. 540 mm)
- Mounting: perforated square holes for clip-on cage nuts
- Cable entries: on the top, rear, and bottom (resealable)
Features and Accessories
- Ventilation: 1 built-in fan on the top
- Security: tempered glass door with key lock
- Side panels: removable for easier installation and cabling
- Fixed shelf: 1 included
Delivery Information
- Delivered unassembled with screws, plan, and tools required for assembly
- Carton dimensions (W × H × D): 640 × 245 × 650 mm
- Gross weight: 20.8 kg
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum load the Norstone Pro Wall Rack 6U can support?
The rack is designed to support a significant load, suitable for professional audiovisual and IT equipment. The robust metal structure and reinforced wall mounting points ensure a stable and secure installation. To ensure optimal installation, it is recommended to distribute the load evenly and use wall mounts appropriate for the type of wall (concrete, cinder block, reinforced wooden frame).
How can I effectively manage heat in the rack if I install equipment with high thermal dissipation?
Beyond the integrated fan on the top of the rack, you can optimize thermal management by adding a ventilation shelf with a thermostat. Also, make sure to leave at least 1U of space between equipment that generates a lot of heat. The strategic use of vented panels helps improve airflow. For particularly demanding setups, consider leaving the door slightly open during periods of intensive use.
Is the rack suitable for installation in a home environment?
Absolutely. Despite its professional features, the elegant design with its satin black finish and tempered glass door integrates harmoniously into a high-end residential environment. Its locking system protects equipment from accidental handling, a valuable feature in households with children. The integrated ventilation also reduces noise disturbances caused by equipment overheating.
How can I efficiently organize cabling in this wall rack?
Use the cable entries positioned on the top, back, and bottom of the rack depending on the cable source. The optional brush cable pass-through panel allows for clean management of transitions between the outside and inside of the rack. Inside, the 1U cable organizer strip facilitates orderly routing. Opt for cables of appropriate length and use reusable ties to group cables by function or destination.
Is it possible to add equipment after the initial installation?
Yes, this is one of the major advantages of this rack. The removable side panels make it easy to access for adding or replacing equipment. The adjustable 19-inch profiles allow the configuration to be adapted to evolving needs. Ideally, plan for a few free units during the initial installation to accommodate future expansions. Blanking panels help maintain a neat appearance and optimal ventilation even with unused slots.
How can I ensure the security of the equipment installed in the rack?
The tempered glass door with a key lock serves as the first line of defense against unauthorized access. To enhance security, you can add additional locking systems to the side panels. In highly sensitive environments, consider installing an opening sensor connected to your alarm system. Also, document the configuration with clear labels to avoid incorrect handling during maintenance interventions.
- Eco-contribution included in the sale price.