Although both network cabinets and server cabinets are rectangular in appearance and have very similar functions in some aspects, their main functions are very different in actual use. If you blindly purchase network cabinets without understanding them, there may be confusion in cabinet types. Once the cabinet type is selected incorrectly, it will directly lead to incompatibility between the cabinet and hardware equipment.
Therefore, before purchasing, it is necessary to explain your specific needs to the manufacturer in order to customize the cabinet that best meets your requirements. So the difference between network cabinets and server cabinets? Below, we will introduce the main differences reflected in the following two aspects:
1. The sizes of the two are different: typically, the depth of a network cabinet is less than or equal to 800 millimeters, while the depth of a server cabinet is greater than or equal to 800 millimeters. Network cabinets should be easy to produce, assemble, debug, package, and transport.
Moreover, there is a structural distinction between server cabinets and network cabinets. The server cabinets are equipped with square hole crossbeams on the inside, which have greater static load-bearing capacity. Network cabinets mainly consist of switches and communication components, and their static load-bearing capacity is slightly weaker compared to server cabinets.
2. The two have different purposes: server cabinets are generally used to install servers, displays, UPS and other equipment, providing a good working environment for electronic devices. The network cabinet is mainly used to install devices such as routers, switches, fiber optic distribution boxes, fiber optic adapters, etc.
Network cabinets: Network cabinets include server cabinets. Network cabinet does not refer to a specific cabinet, but a generic name. According to current types, network cabinets include server cabinets, wall mounted cabinets, network cabinets, standard cabinets, intelligent protection outdoor cabinets, etc. The capacity value is between 2U and 42U. Network cabinets are mainly used for cabling engineering, mainly storing network equipment and accessories such as routers, switches, and distribution frames.
Server cabinet: A server cabinet is a type of network cabinet mainly used to combine installation panels, plugins, electronic components, equipment, and mechanical parts into a single installation box. The server cabinet consists of a frame and a cover plate (door), which is usually rectangular in shape and placed on the ground.
It provides a suitable environment and security protection for the normal operation of electronic devices, and is the first level component second only to the system level. A cabinet without a closed structure is called a rack. The server cabinet has good technical performance. The structure of the cabinet should have good rigidity and strength, as well as good electromagnetic isolation, grounding, sound insulation, ventilation, and heat dissipation.
The server cabinet should have performance such as anti vibration, anti impact, anti corrosion, dustproof, waterproof, and anti radiation. These performances ensure the stable operation of server cabinets to the greatest extent possible, avoiding the problem of server cabinets experiencing operational failures due to external influences.