ROLINE 19-inch network cabinet Basic 42U, freestanding rack, 600x1000 mm, glass door, IP20, black

ROLINE 19-inch network cabinet Basic 42U is a freestanding rack with a 600×1000 mm footprint and 42U mounting height. It features a glass front door, removable side and rear panels, adjustable feet and pair-adjustable 19" profile rails that are depth-adjustable and reversible. The cabinet is constructed from robust steel with sheet thickness up to 1.5 mm, has cable inlets in the base and additional inlets for wider enclosures, and an option to fit a fan module in the roof. The unit is finished with electrostatic powder coating in black and offers IP20 protection with a maximum load capacity of 600 kg.

Advantages

The Basic 42U network cabinet delivers a cost-efficient solution for mounting servers, switches, patch panels and other network equipment, combining sturdy steel construction with removable panels and a glass front door for visual monitoring. Adjustable and reversible 19" rails simplify installation and positioning of devices, while multiple cable inlets and a roof opening for a fan module support flexible cable management and cooling options. The demountable design and changeable door hinge add installation flexibility and ease of transport.

Suitable for

• Small to medium office server rooms
• Telecom and network closets
• Mounting servers, switches, patch panels and UPS units (within 600 kg limit)
• Environments requiring visual monitoring through a glass front door

When it may not be suitable

This cabinet provides IP20 protection, so it is not intended for dusty, wet or industrial environments that require higher ingress protection ratings. For very large data centres or installations that exceed the 600 kg load capacity or need specialised airflow management, a different heavy-duty or fully enclosed solution with higher IP rating and advanced cooling might be more appropriate.

Key specifications

• Mounting height: 42U
• Footprint (W×D): 600 × 1000 mm
• Maximum static load: 600 kg
• Protection class: IP20
• Material: steel, sheet thickness up to 1.5 mm
• Front door: glass, lockable and removable
• Panels: removable side and rear panels
• Rails: two pairs of galvanised 19" profile rails, depth-adjustable and reversible
• Cable management: cable inlet in base chassis, additional inlets for wider enclosures, roof openings (fan module provision)
• Finish: electrostatic powder coating, black (RAL 9005)

How to use

Place the freestanding rack on a level surface and adjust the feet for stability. Remove side or rear panels and use the depth-adjustable 19" profile rails to set the required mounting depth for servers, switches and patch panels. Route cables through the base inlets or the side/roof inlets as appropriate, secure equipment according to 19" mounting standards, and fit the glass front door which can be locked. If additional cooling is required, install a compatible fan module into the roof opening.

What to consider before purchase

• Ensure 42U and 600×1000 mm dimensions fit available floor space and rack-mount equipment depth
• Confirm total equipment weight does not exceed 600 kg
• Evaluate whether IP20 protection is sufficient for your environment
• Check if visual access through a glass front door and removable panels meet security and access policies

Usage recommendations

Distribute load evenly across the rails, mount heavier equipment lower in the rack, and use proper cable management to maintain airflow. For improved cooling, install compatible fan modules in the roof opening and consider blanking panels for optimal rack airflow.