IBM 42U Enterprise Rack 9308-RC4 19-inch Server Cabinet Refurbished: This is a 42U industry-standard 19-inch enterprise server cabinet from IBM, model 9308-RC4. MPN: 9308-RC4. This IS a free-standing data-center rack engineered to host IBM BladeCenter chassis and rack-mountable IBM System x and Power Systems servers. This IS NOT a half-height (24U or smaller) rack, a wall-mount enclosure, nor an open-frame relay rack. The unit ships with the integrated power rack components shown in the listing photographs. Condition: Refurbished. Note: this listing ships only to Israel.
Engineering Context
The 9308-RC4 frame provides 42U of usable vertical mounting space and adheres to the EIA-310 19-inch standard. External dimensions are 2019 mm (79.5 in) tall by 648 mm (25.5 in) wide by 1105 mm (43.5 in) deep, with an empty weight of approximately 220 kg (485 lb). Internal dimensions provide 1869 mm of usable height, 450 mm (17.7 in) of mounting width, and 717 mm (28.2 in) between front and rear mounting flanges. The chassis can be paired with the complementary IBM 9308-4EX Enterprise Expansion Rack to extend bay count for large System x and BladeCenter deployments.
Deployment & Use Cases
Hosting IBM BladeCenter H, BladeCenter E, or BladeCenter S chassis; standardising rack space for IBM System x x3650, x3550, and x3850 series rack servers; structured cabling and PDU consolidation in enterprise wiring closets; co-location and managed-hosting deployments where IBM-branded racks are required for visual consistency; and disaster-recovery sites that mirror an existing IBM rack estate.
Technical Specifications
OEM: IBM
Model: 9308-RC4 Enterprise Rack
Rack Units: 42U
Mounting Standard: EIA-310 19-inch
External Height: 2019 mm (79.5 in)
External Width: 648 mm (25.5 in)
External Depth: 1105 mm (43.5 in)
Empty Weight: ~220 kg (485 lb)
Internal Mounting Depth: 717 mm (28.2 in) flange-to-flange
Includes: Integrated power rack (per listing photographs)
Approvals: UL 1950, CSA C22.2 No. 950, IEC 950 / EN 60950
Condition: Refurbished — Tested by T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS
Compatibility & Constraints
Compatible with IBM BladeCenter chassis, IBM System x rack-mount servers, IBM Power Systems rack-mount servers, and standard EIA-310 19-inch rack equipment from third-party vendors that observe the same depth and weight envelopes. Not compatible with cabinet-form network gear that requires deeper than 1016 mm of internal frame depth, nor with mounting hardware sized for non-EIA enclosures. Floor loading and seismic anchoring are the customer's responsibility. This listing ships to Israel only — international shipping is not offered for this SKU.
Why Choose T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS
Each refurbished IBM 9308-RC4 is inspected for frame straightness, side-panel and door alignment, mounting-rail integrity, and PDU connectivity before shipment from our facility. T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS handles every order within 1–3 business days and provides expert consultation on rack consolidation, BladeCenter migration planning, and Israeli data-center logistics. Request a quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
What external height does the 42U have?
The 42U external height is 2019 mm (79.5 in), as listed in the specifications for 42U.
What is the 42U NOT compatible with?
This IS NOT a half-height (24U or smaller) rack, a wall-mount enclosure, nor an open-frame relay rack. Confirm fitment against your platform before ordering 42U.
What condition is the 42U supplied in, and who sells it?
The 42U is supplied in Refurbished condition by T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS from EU stock, with 1-3 business day handling and worldwide B2B shipping. See https://www.tes-itsolutions.com/product-page/copy-of-mellanox-mcx312b-xcct-10gbe-ethernet-network-card-dual-port-spf-pci.