SERVICES — RACK & STACK
Rack & Stack Installation
Professional hardware deployment from unboxing to operational — fast, clean, and fully documented. We handle every unit, every cable, and every label.
The Installation Process
Every Rack & Stack engagement follows a structured, repeatable process — so nothing gets missed and every deployment is consistent, documented, and ready to hand over.
Step-by-Step
- Unboxing & Inspection — Receive and inspect all equipment against the delivery manifest; log any damage before racking begins.
- Racking — Mount servers, switches, patch panels, and PDUs in the designated rack unit positions following the approved rack diagram.
- Cabling — Run, dress, and terminate power and data cables using structured cabling best practices — no loose bundles, no unlabelled runs.
- Labeling — Every port, patch cable, power feed, and device is labeled at both ends following an agreed naming convention.
- Testing & Verification — Power-on test, link-light check, basic connectivity verification, and comparison against rack diagram before sign-off.
- Handover — Client receives rack diagram, cable map, and a photo set of the completed installation.
Every rack we build is clean, labeled, and documented — ready for your team from day one.
Standards We Follow
- EIA-310 — Rack unit sizing and mounting standards
- TIA-942 — Telecommunications infrastructure for data centers
- ISO/IEC 11801 — Generic cabling for customer premises
- Vendor-specific rail kit and clearance requirements
- Client-defined labeling and cable management conventions
Equipment We Handle
- 1U–4U rack-mount servers (all major vendors: Dell, HPE, Lenovo, Supermicro)
- Top-of-rack and core switches & routers
- Patch panels & fiber distribution frames
- PDUs (single-phase and three-phase)
- UPS units and associated battery modules
- KVM switches and out-of-band management units
- Blanking panels, cable management trays, and tooling
Documentation Delivered
- Rack diagram (as-built, PDF & Visio/draw.io)
- Cable map with port-to-port tracing
- Labeled photo set (front, rear, cable bundles)
- Delivery manifest with serial numbers & asset tags
- Handover report with sign-off checklist
Timeline & Project Sizes
Single Rack
1–2 days — ideal for new deployments or equipment refresh of a single rack unit.
Row or Suite (2–10 racks)
3–7 days depending on cabling complexity — we coordinate shift scheduling and staging logistics.
Large Deployment (>10 racks)
Custom project plan with phased rollout, dedicated project manager, and milestone reporting.
Why netconn for Rack & Stack?
📷 Before & After Documentation
We photograph the rack before we touch it and after we finish — every angle, every cable run. You always know exactly what changed.
🚚 Vendor & Logistics Coordination
We work directly with your hardware vendor and shipping team — receiving, staging, and unpacking so you don’t have to coordinate on-site.
🆕 Clean & Fully Labeled Cabling
No cable spaghetti. Every run is measured, cut to length, dressed in trays, and labeled at both ends — so your next technician knows exactly what they’re touching.
📋 Handover Report Included
Every deployment closes with a signed handover report: rack diagram, cable map, serial numbers, and photo set — ready for your CMDB or audit records.
FAQ
How long does a Rack & Stack installation take?
A single rack typically takes 1-2 days. A row or suite (2-10 racks) takes 3-7 days depending on cabling complexity. For larger deployments (10+ racks), netconn provides a custom project plan with phased rollout, a dedicated project manager, and milestone reporting.
What documentation do I receive after a Rack & Stack project?
Clients receive an as-built rack diagram (PDF and Visio/draw.io), a cable map with port-to-port tracing, a labeled photo set, a delivery manifest with serial numbers and asset tags, and a handover report with a sign-off checklist.
Which cabling and rack standards does netconn follow?
netconn follows EIA-310 (rack unit sizing and mounting), TIA-942 (telecommunications infrastructure for data centers), ISO/IEC 11801 (generic cabling), vendor-specific rail kit requirements, and client-defined labeling and cable management conventions.
Does netconn coordinate with our hardware vendor and shipping logistics?
Yes — netconn works directly with the client’s hardware vendor and shipping team, handling receiving, staging, and unpacking on-site.
Where in Switzerland does netconn offer Rack & Stack services?
netconn provides Rack & Stack services across Switzerland, with a focus on the DACH region.
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