The NextSTEP MINUS1U Patch Panel consolidates fiber management and active equipment into 1U
of rack space in any standard 19" rack or frame, effectively saving or ‘freeing up’ 1U of rack space
in any installation.
The NextSTEP MINUS1U Patch Panel integrates a two-slot NextSTEP ‘stepped’ fiber management
mini-chassis with an integrated tray that accepts virtually any manufacturer’s hub/switch/router
for universal application support. Various switch-specific models are available and can be
custom-designed to fit your switch.
Features
- Consolidate fiber management and active equipment in 1U of rack space, saving or ‘freeing up’ 1U of space
- Include a full-featured NextSTEP ‘stepped-design’ 2-slot mini-chassis that accepts any NextSTEP Fiber Module in any combination for high-capacity and application flexibility
- Provide integrated cable management and power-cord management features
- Fully compatible with NextSTEP CableTree™ and CableBundle™ magnetic cable management accessories
- Precision engineered and manufactured from quality materials for robust, reliable, maintenance-free installations with extended operational lifespans
- It supports virtually any manufacturer’s 1U switch/router/hub as per the dimensions shown below
- Includes an integrated heavy-gauge high-strength metal tray complete with a perimeter fence to secure active equipment in place
- Includes all mounting hardware models
Applications
- Data Centers/ SANs
- Enterprise LANs
- MSO/ Broadband Networks