StarTech RK119WALLV 1U Wall Mount Rack Bracket

Overview

The StarTech RK119WALLV is a 1U wall mount bracket built for installing rack-compatible network or server equipment directly to a wall stud — no full enclosure required. It supports up to 125 lb (56.7 kg), which is enough to hold most 1U switches, patch panels, NVRs, and similar gear without a floor-standing rack cabinet taking up floor space. If you're deploying a small network closet, an IDF in a tight hallway, or a security equipment run in a retail or commercial setting, this bracket gives you a practical way to mount standard 19-inch rackmount gear flat against the wall.

The 16-inch mounting hole spacing on the RK119WALLV aligns with standard U.S. residential and light commercial stud spacing, which means you're going into actual studs rather than drywall anchors. For a bracket rated at 125 lb, that matters — you want the weight going into framing, not hollow wall.

Key Features

• 125 lb (56.7 kg) Weight Capacity: Enough for a 1U NVR, PoE switch, or patch panel. At 125 lb rated capacity, this bracket handles essentially any single 1U device you'd realistically install in a secondary equipment location — including heavier managed network switches that some compact brackets can't support safely.
• EIA/ECA-310-E Compliance: The bracket conforms to the EIA/ECA-310-E standard for rack equipment, meaning the mounting rail dimensions and hole patterns accept standard 19-inch rackmount equipment without adapter plates or custom drilling. Any 1U device designed for a standard rack drops right in.
• 16-Inch Stud Mounting Spacing: The 16-inch center-to-center hole spacing matches standard wood stud framing used throughout commercial and retail construction. Mount directly into studs for the full 125 lb load rating — don't rely on drywall anchors for a bracket carrying this kind of weight.
• Steel Construction: The bracket is fabricated from steel, not aluminum or plastic, which keeps flex to a minimum under sustained load. For equipment that vibrates (spinning-disk NVRs, active network gear), a rigid steel mount is the right call.
• 1U Form Factor (2.3 in H × 19.8 in W × 5.9 in D): At 2.3 inches tall, the bracket itself occupies minimal wall real estate. The 5.9-inch depth keeps equipment close to the wall, which is important in narrow hallways or server rooms where clearance is limited.
• Lightweight at 1.4 lb: The bracket itself weighs just 1.4 lb, so it doesn't add meaningful load to the wall. Easy to handle and position solo during install.
• Black Finish: The black finish blends into most IT and security equipment room environments without standing out. Not a purely cosmetic call — it also reduces glare in low-light equipment rooms where LED indicators matter.
• Lifetime Warranty: StarTech backs the RK119WALLV with a lifetime warranty, which is appropriate for passive hardware like a steel bracket. No wear parts, no firmware — this is the kind of hardware that should be warrantied for the life of the installation.

Integration and Compatibility

The RK119WALLV is designed for standard 19-inch, 1U rackmount equipment. If you're deploying a network video recorder in a secondary location, a managed PoE switch in a remote IDF, or a patch panel in a small office, this bracket gives you a clean, permanent mounting point without the cost or footprint of a full rack enclosure. The EIA/ECA-310-E hole pattern means compatibility is broad — any vendor's standard 1U gear fits.

For security integrators running IP camera infrastructure to remote locations, this bracket is a practical way to wall-mount the local network switch or NVR at each camera cluster without building out a full rack. Pair it with a compact PoE switch and you have a clean, wall-mounted distribution point. Review your rack planning considerations before specifying stud locations and clearance requirements for the installed equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the weight capacity of the RK119WALLV?

A: The RK119WALLV is rated to support up to 125 lb (56.7 kg). This is sufficient for virtually any single 1U rackmount device, including managed switches and 1U NVRs.

Q: What stud spacing does the RK119WALLV require?

A: The bracket uses 16-inch center-to-center mounting hole spacing, which aligns with standard U.S. wood stud framing. For the full 125 lb load rating, mount into structural studs — not drywall anchors.

Q: Will the RK119WALLV fit standard 19-inch rackmount equipment?

A: Yes. The bracket conforms to EIA/ECA-310-E standards, so any 1U device built to standard 19-inch rack dimensions will mount without adapters or modification.

Q: What is the warranty on the RK119WALLV?

A: StarTech provides a lifetime warranty on the RK119WALLV.

Q: What are the physical dimensions of the bracket itself?

A: The RK119WALLV measures 19.8 in wide × 2.3 in tall × 5.9 in deep and weighs 1.4 lb. The 5.9-inch depth keeps mounted equipment close to the wall surface.

Q: What material is the RK119WALLV made from?

A: The bracket is constructed from steel with a black finish, providing rigidity under sustained load with minimal flex.

Ted Perry

The RK119WALLV comes up regularly in security and network infrastructure installs where you need a permanent 1U mount without committing to a full rack enclosure. The 125 lb rated capacity is the number I key on — most integrators treat wall brackets as light-duty, but at 125 lb this bracket handles the heavier 1U managed switches and NVRs that come up in real deployments, not just lightweight patch panels.

Technical Highlights:

• 125 lb Load Rating: Covers the full range of 1U rackmount gear in practice — even a densely populated 1U managed switch rarely exceeds 15–20 lb, so this bracket has substantial headroom.
• EIA/ECA-310-E Compliance: Standard hole pattern means no fitment guesswork. Any 1U device from any vendor drops in — no custom drilling or adapter plates required.
• 16-Inch Stud Spacing: Matches standard U.S. framing directly. In new commercial construction, this is almost always correct. In retrofit or older construction, verify stud spacing before ordering.

Deployment Considerations:

• The 5.9-inch depth is shallow, which is a genuine advantage in narrow equipment rooms and IDF closets — but verify that your 1U device's rear cabling doesn't require more clearance than the wall allows behind the bracket.
• The 16-inch stud spacing is the main constraint: if you're mounting in a steel-stud commercial environment where stud spacing differs, confirm your measurements before install. The bracket does not accommodate adjustable stud spacing.

This bracket makes the most sense in distributed security or network deployments — retail chain IDFs, remote camera equipment rooms, or secondary server locations — where a full rack enclosure is overkill but you still need a permanent, rated mount for production hardware.