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Black 12U open-frame wall-mount rack, 12 in deep, square-hole rails, flat-packed steel

STARTECH

STARTECH RK12WALLO 12U Wall Mount Server Rack 12 in Deep

SKU CH-8KCT-N984Q MPN RK12WALLO

A 12U open-frame wall rack holds servers or networking gear, mounts on 16 in. studs, ships flat-pack and includes 48 M6 cage nuts and screws

  • Rack height12U
  • Load capacity198.9 lb (90.2 kg)
  • Spec summaryIndustry Standards: EIA-310-D Ladder Type: G-Shape Mounting
  • Accessories included48 x M6 screws 48 x M6 cage nuts 48 x washers 16 x assembly
  • Product dimensions25.2 in × 19.8 in × 12 in
  • Product weight22.1 lb (10 kg)

Style 12U - Standard Mount

  • Wall-mount design frees floor space with 12U capacity
  • 16 in stud-aligned holes simplify secure installation
  • Flat-pack delivery reduces handling effort for 22.10 lb unit
  • Open-frame steel frame allows passive airflow for mounted gear
  • EIA-310-D compliance with 48 M6 cage nuts ensures universal fit

12U Wall-Mount Server Rack

The StarTech RK12WALLO is a 12U open-frame rack designed for wall mounting in spaces where floor-standing cabinets are impractical. It suits network administrators and installers who need to secure patch panels, switches or shallow servers directly to structural studs. The heavy-duty steel frame meets EIA-310-D spacing with square mounting holes and visible U markings for quick alignment.

Capacity and Headroom

The rack provides 12U of vertical space and a 12.00 in. usable depth, supporting equipment up to 198.90 lbs. total. That depth accommodates most patch panels, unmanaged switches and short-depth appliances, but longer servers or deep UPS units will exceed the frame. Square holes accept the 48 included M6 cage nuts, so fully populating the rack requires no extra hardware.

Thermals, Noise and Power

The open G-shape ladder design allows unrestricted passive airflow around mounted devices, adding no fan noise or power draw of its own. Heat dissipation depends entirely on the installed equipment and the room ambient temperature. Because the rack ships flat-packed at 22.10 lbs., on-site assembly with the supplied screws and brackets is required before any gear can be mounted.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameRK12WALLO
Product type2 Post Open Frame Rack
Product colorBlack
Size & build
Rack height12U
Load capacity198.9 lb (90.2 kg)
Product dimensions25.2 in × 19.8 in × 12 in
Product weight22.1 lb (10 kg)
Weight with packaging24.3 lb (11 kg)
Shipping weight11.34 kg
Package size686 × 533 × 152 mm

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Questions about this item

Will the 12U open frame fit alongside my existing 16 in. stud-mounted brackets?

Yes, the vertical rails use mounting holes spaced 16 in. apart to match standard wall studs, so it aligns with existing stud-mounted hardware.

How can I verify the 12U rack is correctly assembled and level after mounting?

Check that the U markings on the vertical rails are visible and sequential, confirm the frame sits flush against the wall, and ensure all 48 M6 cage nuts and screws are tightened.

Does the flat-pack include every fastener I need for wall mounting, or must I supply lag bolts?

The box contains 48 M6 screws, 48 M6 cage nuts, 48 washers, 16 assembly screws, two vertical rails, two horizontal brackets and the manual; lag bolts for the wall are not included.

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