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Alphacool Launches Mobile and Modular Open-Frame Server Racks

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Flexibility with a server rack? With customizable depth, the Alphacool ES 19" Open Frame Server Rack delivers a mobile and modular solution for server systems. Made of sturdy steel, it not only provides secure carrying capacity for server units, it is also effortless to move thanks to the included casters.

Due to the variable depth from 59 cm up to 104 cm (23 - 40.9 inch) of the open frame rack, server units can be installed in a space-saving way. The standard-compliant mounting holes allow easy installation of the individual units. The server rack can be moved effortlessly with the help of the 360° rotating castors.



With the universal design, the Open Frame server rack from Alphacool stands for durability and provides a load capacity of up to 600 kg using the stable adjustable feet. In addition, the rack complies with the EIA/ECA-310 standard, which ensures compatibility with all network rack devices.

The Alphacool ES 19" Open Frame Server Rack is available in different sizes 12U, 15U, 18U and 25U in the online store now.
Features:
  • Sturdy construction for a total weight of up to 600 kg
  • Adjustable depth
  • Fixed feet and casters can be mounted at the same time
  • Compatible with a wide range of server units
For more information, visit the product page.

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I'm not sure how much R&D was spent 'designing' this thing but for 260€ for the smallest 12U/HE - you do not get alot of metal for your money. You can get a branded one with metal sides and glass door for 200€. Seems like a rip off.
 
Looks like a rebadge of whatever OEM Startech is using for their Open Frame Racks with slight changes here and there.
 
Mmm, me likey! The price, though... You can't put 'gaming' or 'server' and just boost the price 3x!

@EddyAlphacool , do you guys plan to release modular watercooling systems for server racks and frames?
 
zlobby said:
do you guys plan to release modular watercooling systems for server racks and frames?
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For server customers, we have individual solutions that we adapt and optimise for the customer. However, only in the B2B area. Standard products, including modular solutions, are not in demand on the market. Our customers in this area expect special solutions and they get them.
 
EddyAlphacool said:
For server customers, we have individual solutions that we adapt and optimise for the customer. However, only in the B2B area. Standard products, including modular solutions, are not in demand on the market. Our customers in this area expect special solutions and they get them.
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Too bad for me. I'm a niche not worthy of fulfilling. :( More so, even if you design some mounting ears and adapters, you'd be canibalizing your own B2B market. Off to the 3D printing... again.
 
@zlobby
You can find all kinds of fasteners everywhere and very easily, for example on Amazon. We have to build up a base of products first. Accessories and other things can always be added later. That will certainly come in the future.
 
EddyAlphacool said:
@zlobby
You can find all kinds of fasteners everywhere and very easily, for example on Amazon. We have to build up a base of products first. Accessories and other things can always be added later. That will certainly come in the future.
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I long for 19" radiators, duct mounts, dust filters, tube patch panels amd guide trays, pumps, etc. :oops:
 
@zlobby
Most of that stuff is available, but rigth now not for endcustomers. Only for B2B requests. And some solutions are in work, also for endcustomers. What i don`t understand.... pumps??? They are inside the Cooling racks (B2B only in the moment) or directly in the 19" cases with the rest of the hardware..
 
EddyAlphacool said:
@zlobby
Most of that stuff is available, but rigth now not for endcustomers. Only for B2B requests. And some solutions are in work, also for endcustomers. What i don`t understand.... pumps??? They are inside the Cooling racks (B2B only in the moment) or directly in the 19" cases with the rest of the hardware..
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Oh, I want everything to be completely customizable! Just like a LEGO. I build what I want, not what the ODM/OEM want me to. :)

Naturally, this is for a 'prosumer'. B2B, military, etc., they go for turnkey solutions and won't deal with 'ghetto' modding.
 
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