URK1U - NAS Black Box - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Universal Rail Kit for 19-inch racks (1U, 2U, 3U)
Model	URK1U
Height (URK1U)	1.73 in (4.4 cm)
Width	19 in (48.3 cm)
Minimum Depth	29 in (73.7 cm)
Maximum Depth	38 in (96.5 cm)
Weight Capacity (URK1U)	55 lb (25 kg)
Weight (URK1U)	6 lb (2.74 kg)
Compatibility	All 19-inch cabinets and racks; fits 1U to 3U equipment
Included Components	4 front/rear rails, 2 adjustment brackets, 1 rear crossbar/cable manager, 16 M5 flat-head screws, 16 M5 flange nuts, 1 open-end wrench, user manual
Optional Shelf	Available (URKS) for holding additional equipment
Warranty	Lifetime guarantee
Installation	Tool-free depth adjustment; requires screws (not included) for rack attachment
Recommended Use	Mounting rack servers, switches, SAN, NAS devices
Technical Support	Free 24/7 support: 724-746-5500 or blackbox.com

Frequently Asked Questions - URK1U Black Box

What is the Black Box URK1U Universal Rail Kit?

The Black Box URK1U is a 1U universal rail kit designed for mounting 19-inch rack equipment such as servers, switches, and NAS devices. It provides adjustable depth and includes all necessary hardware for installation.

What is the weight capacity of the URK1U?

The URK1U supports up to 55 lb (25 kg).

Is the URK1U compatible with all 19-inch racks?

Yes, the URK1U is designed to be compatible with all standard 19-inch cabinets and racks.

What tools are needed for installation?

The kit includes an open-end wrench for assembly. You will also need screws (not included) to attach the rails to the rack. A screwdriver is recommended but not required.

Can I use the URK1U to mount a 2U or 3U device?

No, the URK1U is specifically designed for 1U equipment. For 2U or 3U devices, use the URK2U or URK3U models respectively.

Does the URK1U come with a shelf?

No, the URK1U does not include a shelf. However, an optional shelf (URKS) can be purchased separately and attached to the rail kit.

How do I adjust the depth of the rails?

During installation, do not fully tighten the screws connecting the front rail to the rear bracket. This allows you to slide the rail to the desired depth. Once positioned, tighten all screws securely.

What is included in the package?

The package includes 4 front/rear rails, 2 adjustment brackets, 1 rear crossbar/cable manager, 16 M5 flat-head screws, 16 M5 flange nuts, 1 open-end wrench, and the user manual.

What should I do if the kit is missing parts?

Contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or email [e-mail] for assistance.

Does the URK1U come with a warranty?

Yes, the Black Box URK1U is guaranteed for life.

USER MANUAL URK1U Black Box

Rackmount servers, switches, and more with this flexible and economical kit.

Almost any 1U to 3U piece of rack equipment will work with this rail kit.

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Table of Contents

1. Specifications....4
2. Overview 5

2.1 Description 5
2.2 Features 5
2.3 What's Included 5

1. Installation....6
2. Troubleshooting....9

4.1 Contacting Black Box....9
4.2 Shipping and Packaging 9

1. Specifications

Height — URK1U: 1.73" (4.4 cm);

URK2U: 3.46" (8.8 cm);

URK3U: 5.24" (13.3 cm)

Width — 19" (48.3 cm)

Minimum Depth — 29" (73.7 cm)

Maximum Depth to Adjust — 38" (96.5 cm)

Weight — URK1U: 6 lb. (2.74 kg);

URK2U: 9.03 lb. (4.1 kg);

URK3U: 9.2 lb. (4.18 kg)

Weight Capacity — URK1U: 55 lb. (25 kg);

URK2U: 100 lb. (45.5 kg);

URK3U: 215 lb. (98 kg)

2. Overview

2.1 Description

Black Box Universal Rail Kit is one of the most flexible and economical mount kits for any cabinet and rack. Adjustable and universally compatible, this kit is a cost-effective solution to mounting rack format servers, switches, SAN, and NAS devices. This product replaces lost, broken, or incorrectly fitting rails without any loss of "U" space in the rack. Almost any 1U to 3U piece of rack equipment will work with this rail kit.

In addition, there's one optional shelf (URKS) can be attached to Universal Rail Kit that enables users to hold any equipment/devices.

Three models are available:

• Universal Rail Kit, 1U (URK1U)
• Universal Rail Kit, 2U (URK2U)
• Universal Rail Kit, 3U (URK3U)

An optional shelf is also available:

• Universal Rail Kit, Shelf (URKS)

2.2 Features

• Compatible with all 19" cabinets and racks.
  • 1U, 2U, and 3U versions available.
• Support up to 55 lb. (25 kg) for 1U version, 100 lb. (45.5 kg) for 2U version, 215 lb. (98 kg) for 3U version
• Easy to install and adjust the depth of the rail
• Guaranteed for life!

2.3 What's Included

For Universal Rail Kit (URK1U, URK2U, URK3U):

• (4) front/rear rails
• (2) adjustment brackets
• (1) rear crossbar/cable manager
• (16) M5 flat-head screws
• (16) M5 flange nuts
• (1) open-end wrench
- This user manual

For Universal Rail Kit, Shelf (URKS):

• (2) shelves for Universal Rail Kit
• (8) M5 flat-head screws
• (8) M5 flange nuts
- This user manual

3. Installation

Figure 3-1 shows the 1U version as an example. 2U and 3U versions are similar.

Before you assemble and install the Universal Rail Kit, make sure that you have all the components shown in Figure 3-1.

(4) front/rear rails

(2) adjustment brackets

(1) rear crossbar/cable manager

(16) M5 flat-head screws

(16) M5 flange nuts
Figure 3-1. Rail kit components.

Installation Steps

STEP 1: Using 16 screws and nuts, attach the front rail to the rear bracket. Hand-tighten the connection with an open-end wrench.

NOTE: Do not fasten the screws and nuts tightly, so that the depth of the rail can be adjusted when installing it in a cabinet or rack.

Figure 3-2. Connect the front rails to the rear brackets.

STEP 2: Using screws (not included), attach two front fixed rails to the rack.

Figure 3-3. Connect the two front rails to the rack.

STEP 3: Attach two rear fixed rails to the rack using screws (not included). The rear cable manager can be in the same place as the fixed rail if needed. Fasten all the screws and nuts after adjusting the depth.

Figure 3-4. Connect the rear fixed rails to the rack.

STEP 4: Attach the shelf (optional) to the Universal Rail Kit via the screws and nuts mentioned in STEP 1.

Figure 3-5. Connect the shelf to the rail kit.

4. Troubleshooting

4.1 Contacting Black Box

If you determine that your Universal Rail Kit is malfunctioning, do not attempt to alter or repair the unit. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or [e-mail].

Before you do, make a record of the history of the problem. We will be able to provide more efficient and accurate assistance if you have a complete description, including:

• the nature and duration of the problem.
• when the problem occurs.
• the components involved in the problem.
• any particular application that, when used, appears to create the problem or make it worse.

4.2 Shipping and Packaging

If you need to transport or ship your Universal Rail Kit:

- Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original container.

- If you are returning the unit, make sure you include everything you received with it. Before you ship for return or repair, contact Black Box to get a Return Authorization (RA) number.

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