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Suggestions for Short Rack Mount Case

I have a very short equipment rack installed in my server closet. It is only 16 inches deep, fine for most networking uses, but not great for most rack-mount server cases.

I am looking for case suggestions that would fit my rack, 16 inch depth maximum. Height isn't a problem, the rack has a ton of vertical space, over 15U, it's the depth that's an issue.

Thanks!

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I recently hunted for a rack mounted case for an ATX MB and PSU. The best I could find is 17.9" deep. Is your rack's rear end closed? Any way to remove the rear panel? There is a site that'll make you a custom rack mount case I came across. But it was mighty pricey.
- Back end is open but wall-mounted. If there is a way to mount the case forward a few inches so it leaves a gap in the back, that would be fine with me.
  
  I haven't found any brackets that seem to do that though.
  
  How about mounting the rack a few inches off the wall?
  
  Make your own brackets with construction lumber or plywood?
  
  The 45Drives homelab case is 17.125" deep
  
  Also an option I am considering. I prefer something a little more professional if possible, but not a bad option if I can't get something else to work.
  
  I'll take a look at the 45 Drives case, thanks!

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