Side mounted rack

[Tech Savvy]

This might be the wrong thread. I think I can probably fit under server or even hardware, but I thought this might be the best fit, so here goes. Mods, if you have to feel free to move it to somewhere more appropriate.

Has anyone ever come across or used a side mounted rack? The spot I am putting some networking equipment would be better if I can mount it on the right side rather than from the back. See attached pics. If I keep the location and back mount to the same wall the front of the equipment will be turned 90 degrees. Not the end of the world, but unless I get an enclosed rack it won't look as nice, again not the end of the world. I can't keep the orientation but mount it to the back wall because there would be too much of a gap between the front of the rack and the front of the desk, you won't be able to reach it to do anything.

My goal is to just clean it up a little bit. Install some patch panels and tidy it up. If anyone else has a better idea I'm all ears!

P.S. I should probably mention the desk is a custom built desk made of 2x4s and plywood.

 

[TazUk]

I found this but it doesn't have sides, so maybe not what you are after

12U Side Load Wall Mount Rack

An open frame wall mount rack that allows equipment to be loaded from side to side. Great for servers, battery backups, and other heavy rackmount components.

www.kendallhoward.com

 

[YeOldeStonecat]

Oh yeah.
Flip through the several pages starting here...Star Tech makes quite a few. Some of which are "hinged"...so they easily swing open/out for service in tight areas. Many are "open". Some models also come in a kit where you can adjust the U height.

Server-Racks | Server Management | StarTech.com

StarTech.com Server Racks offer durable construction that ensures a stable platform for valuable network and server equipment. Our wide range of server racks includes unique wallmount and small form factor options, as well as full-sized heavy duty cabinets, ensuring you find the ideal solution...

www.startech.com

Mid Atlantic is another brand we've used a lot of....here is an open swing out one, but they made a ton of others. They were bought out by LeGrand.

Legrand AV

www.legrandav.com

 

[Markverhyden]

I'm confused. Do you want to keep the equipment orientation the same? In other words the thin sides parallel with the back board. I see those in a lot of places. AKA vertical mounts?

Vertical Mount IT Equipment Enclosures | Eaton

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Otherwise just get a rack with hinged back access

 

[Tech Savvy]

AKA vertical mounts?

I usually don't like to use vertical mounts unless I have to. I do try to choose a hinged rack when I can.

Basically Im looking for a normal wall mounted rack but instead of mounting it to the wall from the back of the rack, I want mount it to the wall from the right side. Like Taz's option, but that one isn't hinged.