Patchbox /dev/mount

Tool-free cage nut alternative for faster rack installations

Faster, safer and easier hardware mounting for 19″ network racks

Mounting equipment in a network rack can be fiddly, time-consuming and frustrating – particularly when using traditional cage nuts. The PATCHBOX /dev/mount provides a smarter alternative, allowing network hardware to be installed quickly

and securely without tools. Designed for standard 19″ racks with square-punched rails, the /dev/mount can make hardware installation up to three times faster while eliminating the sharp edges associated with conventional cage nuts.

How does /dev/mount work?

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Simply clip the /dev/mount into the rack rail

The /dev/mount is designed to fit standard 19″ rack rails with square-punched holes. Simply clip it into position by hand – no cage nut tool required.

Position your hardware

Once installed, the /dev/mount holds the equipment securely in place, making it easier to position and align your hardware before fastening.

Fasten by hand

Use the long, reversible hex nuts to secure your equipment. The hex nuts can be tightened by hand, meaning there is no need for additional tools or washers.

Built for faster, safer rack installations

Whether you’re installing a single network switch or deploying multiple racks across a larger project, /dev/mount helps technicians work more efficiently.

Up to 3x faster installation

Spend less time fitting cage nuts and more time completing your rack installation.

Tool-free installation

Clip the /dev/mount into the rack and secure your equipment by hand using the included hex nuts.

No sharp edges

Unlike traditional cage nuts, /dev/mount is designed without sharp edges that can cause cuts or damage to fingers during installation.

Secure pre-mounting

The /dev/mount holds equipment in place before the hex nuts are fully fastened, making alignment and installation easier.

Built for 19″ network racks

Designed for standard 19″ rails with square-punched holes and ideal for mounting 1RU network hardware.

High load capacity

The /dev/mount is engineered to withstand loads of up to 200kg (440lbs), providing reliable support for rack-mounted equipment.

Why choose /dev/mount over traditional cage nuts?

Traditional cage nuts can be awkward to install, particularly when working in confined rack environments. They often require a cage nut tool, involve multiple components and expose technicians to sharp edges.

The /dev/mount takes a different approach.