Tech Tip: Overcome data center floor space constraints – Easily add 4u of above-cabinet rack space
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When floor space in the data center is limited, look upward. Look towards the space between the top of the cabinet and the bottom of ladder racks and cable trays. Look towards Siemon’s Cable Tray Rack.
Designed to mount directly to overhead ladder rack or cable tray, Siemon’s Cable Tray Rack delivers 4U of easily installed and accessible 19” rack mount space above cabinets and racks without consuming additional floor space, making it ideal for use as a Zone Distribution Area (ZDA) or Equipment Distribution Area (EDA) in data centers.
Used with copper patch panels or fiber enclosures, the cable tray rack can increase cabling density, improve cable routing, simplify moves, adds and changes and provide pre-cabled connectivity for rapid deployment of new cabinets, racks and equipment.
More Cable Tray Rack Benefits:
- Improved Thermal Efficiency - Helps improve airflow by managing patching fields and cabling above cabinets and racks, minimizing obstruction of equipment cooling features.
- Rapid Data Center Deployment - Can be used in conjunction with Siemon’s pre-terminated copper and fiber solutions to reduce installation time
- Open Compatibility - The cable tray rack mount solution attaches to all common overhead cable tray and ladder rack systems, including Siemon’s RouteIT system.
Mounting Option Examples
The unique design can be mounted below, flush or above cable tray in both parallel and perpendicular configurations.
Learn more about Siemon’s Cable Tray Rack and other Data Center Infrastructure innovations.