StarTech 4UDRAWER 4U Rack Storage Drawer for 19-Inch Server Racks and Cabinets

Overview

The StarTech 4UDRAWER is a 4U rack-mount storage drawer engineered for standard 19-inch server racks and cabinets. If your rack houses surveillance recorders, network gear, or AV equipment and you need organized, accessible storage for tools, cables, spare drives, transceivers, or media — without burning a dedicated shelf that can't close — this drawer is the practical fix. At 16.1 lb empty and rated to hold 55.1 lb of contents, it handles real working loads without flexing or sagging. The 4UDRAWER mounts flush into any standard 19-inch rack column and slides in and out cleanly, keeping your gear within reach and your rack presentable.

Key Features

• 55.1 lb (25 kg) Weight Capacity: That's enough for a full complement of spare SFPs, patch leads, spare 3.5-inch hard drives, or a set of hand tools — without worrying about the drawer bottom deforming under load. Most competitor shelves at this size are rated 30–40 lb; the extra margin matters if you're storing dense items like drives or power bricks.
• 4U Form Factor (6.9 in / 17.5 cm exterior height): Four rack units is a deliberate tradeoff — you get 5.7 inches of usable internal height, which accommodates stacked drive cases, binders, or equipment with vertical bulk. If you're tight on rack space, note this is not a 1U or 2U option; plan your rack layout accordingly before ordering.
• 13.9-in (35.2 cm) Internal Depth: Deep enough to store full-size 3.5-inch drive enclosures, full-length power strips, or even a compact UPS battery pack. The product body itself is 13.8 inches long, so it won't protrude awkwardly beyond shallow rack depths.
• 15.8-in (40.2 cm) Internal Width: The full interior is nearly as wide as the 19.1-inch rack-mount footprint, leaving very little dead space to the sides. Items up to about 15 inches wide fit without force-fitting or angling.
• 19.1-in (48.5 cm) Rack-Mount Width: Fits standard EIA 19-inch rack columns. No adapter rails, no shimming — it mounts directly into the same columns as your servers, NVRs, and patch panels.
• Black Finish: Matches the standard black rack aesthetics common in data closets, security operations centers, and server rooms. Keeps the rack looking uniform when the drawer is closed.
• Lifetime Warranty: StarTech backs the 4UDRAWER with a lifetime manufacturer warranty — an unusual commitment for a passive rack accessory, and a meaningful one if this drawer is going into a rack that won't be touched for years.

Integration and Compatibility

The 4UDRAWER is compatible with any standard EIA 19-inch rack or cabinet. This includes open-frame racks, enclosed server cabinets, wall-mount enclosures (provided the cabinet depth accommodates the 13.8-inch drawer body), and AV racks. Security integrators commonly deploy this drawer in NVR racks to store spare HDDs, mounting hardware kits, and license dongles in a location that's physically secured within the rack enclosure rather than scattered on a nearby shelf. IT environments use it for spare SFP modules, fiber patch leads, and diagnostic tools. At 19.1 inches wide and 6.9 inches tall, it occupies the same column holes as standard rack equipment — no special tooling or adapter hardware required for installation.

One compatibility note: verify your rack cabinet has at least 13.8 inches of usable depth behind the front mounting rails. Shallow-depth wall-mount enclosures (typically 12 inches or less) may not fully accommodate the drawer body. The product depth of 13.8 inches is the minimum clearance you need.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum weight the 4UDRAWER can hold?

A: The 4UDRAWER is rated to hold up to 55.1 lb (25 kg) of contents. This covers dense loads like spare hard drives, tools, and power hardware without stressing the drawer structure.

Q: What rack size does the 4UDRAWER fit?

A: It is designed for standard 19-inch EIA racks and cabinets. It mounts directly into standard rack column holes — no adapters needed.

Q: How much usable interior space does the 4UDRAWER provide?

A: The internal dimensions are 15.8 inches wide, 5.7 inches tall, and 13.9 inches deep, giving you a usable interior volume suitable for drives, cables, tools, or spare modules.

Q: What is the warranty on the 4UDRAWER?

A: StarTech provides a lifetime manufacturer warranty on the 4UDRAWER.

Q: Will the 4UDRAWER fit in a shallow-depth wall-mount cabinet?

A: The drawer body is 13.8 inches long. Any rack or cabinet with less than 13.8 inches of clearance behind the front mounting rails will not fully accommodate the drawer. Verify your cabinet depth before ordering.

Q: How much does the 4UDRAWER weigh when empty?

A: The drawer itself weighs 16.1 lb (7.3 kg) empty. Factor this into your rack's total load calculation alongside the 55.1 lb content capacity.

Jerry Tildsen

The 4UDRAWER comes up regularly when I'm helping integrators design NVR rack layouts. The 55.1 lb capacity is the number that changes the conversation — most people assume a drawer like this is only good for lightweight cable storage, but at 25 kg rated load you can comfortably park four or five spare surveillance hard drives in there plus a full toolkit without any concern. I've specified the 4UDRAWER in security operations center builds where the rack needs to be self-contained: everything the on-site tech needs for a swap-out or a quick maintenance visit is inside the rack itself, locked away, not on a shelf somewhere across the room.

Technical Highlights:

• 55.1 lb Load Rating: Handles real working loads — spare 3.5-inch HDDs, SFP modules, and hand tools simultaneously without bottom sag or drawer failure.
• 13.9-in Internal Depth: Fits full-size drive enclosures and longer power distribution accessories without the items overhanging the drawer lip when closed.
• Lifetime Warranty: Passive mechanical components can fail from slide wear over years of use; the lifetime coverage means you're not budgeting a replacement in year three of a long-term site contract.

Deployment Considerations:

• Confirm your rack cabinet has at least 13.8 inches of clearance behind the front rails before ordering — this catches shallow wall-mount enclosure installations where the drawer body will not seat fully.
• The drawer itself adds 16.1 lb to your rack's structural load before you put anything in it; include that in your cabinet weight budget alongside the 55.1 lb content rating.

The 4UDRAWER is the right call for any NVR or network equipment rack in a security operations center, IDF closet, or field equipment enclosure where on-site technicians need organized, locked-down access to spare parts and tools — all within the rack footprint itself.