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Wall-Mounting 1U Devices Without a Rack?

c640180 asks: "I need to figure out a way to mount a 1U enclosure in a small closet that doesn't have a relay rack or anything similar. Is there such a thing as a set of right angle brackets that would provide me with 19" wide screw holes so that I could mount the device vertically (so that the screws would be pointing down)? how do other folks who don't have real network closets mount real networking hardware?"

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  1. The Answer. by cybermace5 · · Score: 1, Flamebait

    Since you seem to be incapable of sawing a 2x4 into a 20" wide chunk, buying two standard angle brackets for a few cents each, and screwing it together like a real man....

    I suggest lots of duct tape.

    What's happening to survival skills anyway. Any person with half a clue should be able to work up some decent bracketry. I build what I need all the time. I'm almost done with a workbench I need; portable, legs store underneath and it rolls on casters, with a storage space inside, power supply, lighting, etc.,.

    When you go buy your duct tape, glance into the hardware section and notice various things called "saws" and "hammers" and "drills". They are your friends. Use them.

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