Rackmount servers are used in IT data centers for high density deployment of servers. The racks themselves can be simple bare-bones posts all the way up to soundproof, shock-mounted and environmentally-controlled enclosures. This article looks at the different types of rack cabinets, features, and purchasing and deployment issues.

One stack of racks is called a frame. If covered, it is also called a cabinet or enclosure. Racks are available from server manufacturers (HP, IBM, Dell etc). These will be compatible with the manufacturer's own servers, especially the rack depth and railing type. More specialized racks (ruggedized, high security, etc) can be purchased from third-party vendors. They should be checked for compatibility with specific servers, before purchase.

Servers can be bolted directly to the frame, placed on metal trays (allowing non-rackmount equipment to be racked), or bolted to slide-out rails for easy removal. Rackmount conversion kits are available for tower servers.

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