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by up-n-atom 2804 days ago
I've got both a XRackPro 12U[1] and Hergo Mercury-Deskmate/ApxServer 12U[2].

They're nearly identical and possibly manufactured by the same company, but the build quality of the XRackPro is ever so slightly better. The front and back doors are studier with less flex and the side panel latches have better spring back.

The doors and panels are easily removed for full access.

The casters provide great moveability.

They both were fitted with noise reduction foam, which provides adequate noise levels for home use as well.

I purchased them from auctions so I can't judge them by their steep retail price.

I use the tops as extra storage to house a standard printer on one and a 3D printer on the other. I've even considered adding a little homely aesthetics with butcher block on the top.

At first I stored the vacuum near by to keep the cats away and they associated the server noise as a vacuum and haven't ventured towards any.

[1] http://www.xrackpro.com/v/vspfiles/xrackpro2a.htm [2] https://hergo.com/product/mercury-deskmate/ https://hergo.com/product/apxserver-12u/