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StarTech.com Server Rack Cable Management - 3x3in - Open Slot Network & Data Cable Raceway - Finger Duct Cable Management w/ Cover (AD3X3)

StarTech.com Server Rack Cable Management - 3x3in - Open Slot Network & Data Cable Raceway - Finger Duct Cable Management w/ Cover (AD3X3) StarTech.com Server Rack Cable Management - 3x3in - Open Slot Network & Data Cable Raceway - Finger Duct Cable Management w/ Cover (AD3X3) StarTech.com Server Rack Cable Management - 3x3in - Open Slot Network & Data Cable Raceway - Finger Duct Cable Management w/ Cover (AD3X3) StarTech.com Server Rack Cable Management - 3x3in - Open Slot Network & Data Cable Raceway - Finger Duct Cable Management w/ Cover (AD3X3) StarTech.com Server Rack Cable Management - 3x3in - Open Slot Network & Data Cable Raceway - Finger Duct Cable Management w/ Cover (AD3X3) StarTech.com Server Rack Cable Management - 3x3in - Open Slot Network & Data Cable Raceway - Finger Duct Cable Management w/ Cover (AD3X3) StarTech.com Server Rack Cable Management - 3x3in - Open Slot Network & Data Cable Raceway - Finger Duct Cable Management w/ Cover (AD3X3)
$ 32.99

Score By Feature

Based on 1,320 ratings
Durability
9.18
Easy to install
9.38
Easy to use
9.33
Sturdiness
8.68
Value for money
8.68
Adhesion
8.09

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Product Description

The simple and compact data center and server rack cable management duct is a great way to keep cable clutter at bay. It comes with a snap-lid, which makes it easy to access cables and neatly organize them.
ADD COLOUR TO YOUR NETWORK AND DATA CABLES The parallel openings on both sidewalls of this 3x3in/5ft long open slot cable raceway allow customization for your cable management requirements.
FUTURE-PROOF This wire cable hider duct is constructed from heavy-duty PVC plastic material, which provides high impact resistance, is warp-proof, and self-extinguishing, making it a great solution for your network racks and server rooms.
It is possible to mount this finger duct raceway in any convenient manner, screwing it into the wall to provide protection for your wire cables.

Questions & Answers

When the cover is attached, how does it do that? How do you put it on? Do you slide it on or snap it You might be able to put the cover on it in a small space if there is room behind it for the cover. ?

I was beaten to the punch by Kat and Marty. As the saying goes, the easiest way is to put one side all the way on, then pull the whole thing toward the loose side and press tightly. The bend of one set of fingers occurs towards the channel's inside. The tip of the finger should have enough room to slip the tip over the fingers on the other side. *br> *br>This technique works best when the main body is well attached to something. When you try to set the cover this way, you will find that the body is fairly flexible, so if you don't attach it rigidly, it will twist. I have used it in an installation where it was securely bolted down and it worked fine. Using sections on the cover is another helpful tip. Units for server racks that cost more usually have covers that fold in 18 to 24 inch sections, which are much easier to work with than one cover that extends over 5+ feet. Five out of five for me. Upon receiving the cover, I cut it into four sections, each 12 feet wide by 16 feet long, as soon as I got my hands on it. A 75" wristwatch. Cutting by hand and not being perfectly straight is better than a strangely arranged section. Number the sections and put them on back in order. A sliding window is also a great option. Your thumb and forefinger should be just off the edge of the cover when you hand it over. You should pinch each section of the duct a little bit as you slide your palm and smaller fingers along.

Could you tell me how hard it is Is it possible to cut it with a miter saw?

There are no weaknesses in the plastic, but it can be easily cut. It would be better to use a miter saw, but it would be overkill and result in This is an old hacksaw that's bajillion years old. It would be about as easy as using a steak knife. The sharper the teeth, the better the bite. You'll at least need some 60-grit material to clean up the ends, if you plan on using a miter saw

In what intervals are screw holes spaced?

Holding a certain weight is different from not holding a weight. It is recommended to have one every ten years

A cap for the end of the tube?

The AD2X2 does not have any end caps available at this time. The following is a summary of Sam's contributions to Please visit our Support page

Selected User Reviews For StarTech.com Server Rack Cable Management - 3x3in - Open Slot Network & Data Cable Raceway - Finger Duct Cable Management w/ Cover (AD3X3)

You will be able to slay the electric safari jungle created by hanging cables
5/5

I was impressed with how neatly the wires were bundled. It handles even the thinnest of wires well and even thick In the following picture you can see a before and after picture, and the results are incredible. My own screws worked fine (I recommend using screws instead of adhesive, as adhesive doesn't last long in the long run, and over time, it will wear out and fall apart. ) there was no problem at all. In other words, there is no warranty. There were only about 5 I used, but they were sufficient for the task. You can choose the length of the piece of wood and the number of screws you want. There is enough room for as many screws as you need in the slot provided if it is really necessary. You will mostly end up navigating the electronic jungle of that before picture you see in this review during the install, which took about 5 minutes. Cleaning up that abomination was not that hard, and I was satisfied with the outcome. It can take anywhere between 30 minutes and an hour depending on how many wires you have. I would recommend this to a friend without a doubt.

Flora Hays
Flora Hays
| Sep 27, 2020
You can use this for cable management of your entertainment system, or you can use it for computer cable management
5/5

With my home entertainment equipment, I grew tired of a mess of cables. It took me a long time to decide how to organize my cables, and I'm really glad I decided to use cable raceways. I found the quality to be good and the price to be reasonable. The sections were cut into sections, and screws were used to fasten them to the wall. Don't just order without thinking about the sizing. Take your time. A CAT5 cable will fit neatly in these fingers or open slots for two to three There are some things you need to consider when dealing with power and HDMI cables. Due to its plastic format, there will be no EMI reduction, but the pricing will reflect I certainly recommend it for behind desks or behind other This tablet has too much flex to be used daily. In general, you should be fine touching it if you aren't touching it regularly.

Cadence Roach
Cadence Roach
| Jun 30, 2021
I agree with you, but there are a few facts you need to know
5/5

There is no doubt that getting on the cover plate is a challenge, but there are a few key points to keep in mind. In addition, I would like to add an option at the bottom that allows you to include power-ups as well Bricks are embedded inside of There may need to be some adjustment made to the tabs to make it easier for it to snap into place and out of place. Towards the coverplate, you should bend the tabs inward until they are in a position similar to that in which they would be if the coverplate were attached. You should cut this item as short as possible to easly snap it shut It works out in this method. In our experience, the longer it is, the more you will be using the slide-on method to get I snap my fingers In this method, one edge of the plate is connected at an angle to the legs, and then that edge is pushed evenly to the opposite side of the channel, and then it is flattened and snapped. On the second side, attach the item with VHB tape. I recommend that you secure it using VHB tape at the bottom of the Certainly you can screw it in, but why would anything made of plastic become permanent? This channel seems durable to me, so I am unclear why other reviewers find it not to be as much as it is. A third and final benefit of 3" channels may be the least obvious. Since the channel is so large, you can put one sided velcro on the inside of it, and you can attach one sided velcro to the power bricks as well. As a result, you can now stuff power bricks inside the channel and have them power up inside the channel.

Armando Christensen
Armando Christensen
| Dec 01, 2020
This cable management method is one of the easiest and looks better than many complicated systems
5/5

Learn how to manage your cables by checking out this guide. It was basically the same as what he did except that I There was no need for Basically everything except my surge protector is hidden in it, as you can see from the picture. If I can hide it in some way, I will. Look up Myxo14's Youtube channel on YouTube and watch the video "Quick & Dirty" Managing cables on a desk is easy, but if you want your setup to look great, you need to cable manage. URLs from external sources are blocked by Amazon. I cannot provide the direct link to you guys.

Aleah Sosa
Aleah Sosa
| Oct 12, 2020
This solution is more manageable than premium options, and is not as expensive
4/5

Presently, I use a section of Velcro taped to the underside of my desk that is 5' long. The cable is completely full right now, with about 30 cables running through it. My setup is made up of probably 15 or so USB cables, optical cable, 2x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort, and 5 power cables, as well as two Ethernet cables. As long as I remember that I am not using it in the orientation it was meant to be used in, it functioned My 6' unit was shipped by mistake, which was fine. I took a saw and cut off the extra foot, which was not difficult at all. It's so simple I'd actually suggest doing this if you just need to make shorter ones. You will want to sand the edges once the work is My desk was stuck underneath the unit after placing approximately 3 feet of velcro tape (in 1' long strips) on the backs of the units. As you can see in the photo, the cable is hanging down onto the dark grey plastic cover. There is a bit of a problem with adding another cable because the entire cover begins to come off while adding another cable to the unit. Taking care of it is easy, but it does require some attention. It's impossible for me to maintain my desk setup (three monitors, speakers, peripheral switcher, network switch, UPS, etc) if I didn't have The motorized standing desk is a good option for anyone with a lot of equipment and a desk similar to mine (motorized standing desk). Cable management has never been easier. The only negative is that the plastic fingers that connect the dark grey cover to the device are not the sturdiest. However, if you take care not to bend them too far, you should not have any problems. Aside from that, I am content with the result. The app is worth the money, though there are premium options as well.

Kendall Carlson
Kendall Carlson
| Nov 16, 2020
It works, and it is easy to adjust once it is It's on my list of things to do Those who wish to stand with WFH should set up as follows I have two laptops, two monitors, three lamps, and I have a pre-functioning printer The fact that there is an amp, an amp, a subwoofer, two speakers, a smartclock, two wireless chargers, and a telephone headset charger all in one room adds significantly to the amount of wires and power cords Additionally, I tend to work under my desk where I like to hang out with my dog, so dangling wires are not an A similar cutout was found to fit my desktop, so I painted it the same high gloss black as the legs and frame of my desk
5/5

Desk that you can stand at. I found I could easily cut a portion off until the double monitor arms could be clamped to the rear edge of my desktop using some measuring tools. I also installed a 15 outlet surge protector on the underside of my desk, which has made the setup efficient for my work and safe and secure for my *** Word of advice if you wish to conceal power bricks along with your cabling, make sure you order the three x three size or greater.

Violet Vargas
Violet Vargas
| Jan 06, 2021
This is an excellent and valuable resource
4/5

I only have one complaint the price has a bit of a sting. Everything I asked them to do they did. The only complaint I have is that I can't Ultimately, I had to cut them to size with a dremmel and it worked out Unlike in my previous purchase, I would probably buy them again if I had to. My only complaint is that they are pricey for plastic pieces, but I still would purchase them.

Ellen Hoffman
Ellen Hoffman
| Nov 28, 2020

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