speckytecky Posted November 5, 2014 Posted November 5, 2014 We have several TP-Link PoE network switches going into cabinets currently for CCTV and VOIP use. I notice that the L brackets provided are not massively strong and that when the switches are fitted in cabinets the rear end of the switch droops. Anyone got some best practice tips on how to correct this situation please? My first thoughts are that our DT teacher might be able to manufacture a rail of some sort that can be bolted into the rear of the cabinet for the backend of the switch to sit on?
dhicks Posted November 6, 2014 Posted November 6, 2014 My first thoughts are that our DT teacher might be able to manufacture a rail of some sort that can be bolted into the rear of the cabinet for the backend of the switch to sit on? You can buy the vertical rails you get at the front of a rack separatly, just as strips of metal you can cut to length with a hacksaw. You could fit a couple of those at the back of the cabinet and attach the back of the switch - the switch might have mounts for the back, or you could fit a strip of wood or a proper rack shelf for the switch the rest on.
achedgy Posted November 6, 2014 Posted November 6, 2014 I generally use zip ties if they droop, loop a big one round the back then loop one either side and hook on to the rear verticals in the cab.
Andrew_C Posted November 6, 2014 Posted November 6, 2014 I generally use zip ties if they droop,Errr... The OP did say "best practice". Rear rack rails if the switch has mounting points. If not, something bespoke from D&T.
achedgy Posted November 6, 2014 Posted November 6, 2014 Well true best practise... Don't buy cheap switches with naff brackets, then it wouldn't be an issue. When you go cheap and cheerful, cheap and cheerful fixes come into play... 1
synaesthesia Posted November 6, 2014 Posted November 6, 2014 As above, this should only be an issue with naff hardware. I say that whilst looking at a HP 5406ZL that weighs a near ton that doesn't droop at all. 1
Oaktech Posted November 6, 2014 Posted November 6, 2014 If it's huge problem, buy a rack shelf and sit the switch on that. With some overlength rack screws you could always bolt the switch and the shelf in over one another.
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