The 3DStore.ai rack
Our 10-inch homelab rack build.
A UniFi switch, two JetKVMs and three compact computers, each in its own fitted mount. Here’s what’s in our rack and what to check when planning yours.
From top to bottom
Five mounts. One compact setup.
The switch handles networking, the JetKVMs provide remote access, and the computer mounts keep each device in a dedicated position.
- 01UniFi Pro XG 8 PoENetwork switch
- 02Two JetKVMsRemote access
- 03Mac mini M4Compact desktop
- 04NVIDIA DGX SparkAI computer
- 05MINISFORUM MS-01Mini workstation
Start with the devices you already own. You can choose any of these mounts separately.
Plan the space
Check more than the rack width.
Match the exact device
Model names and enclosure generations matter. Compare your device with the compatible model and photos on its mount page.
Check height and rail spacing
These mounts use a 10-inch rack format. Compare your rail spacing and available vertical space with the mount dimensions; the mounts do not all use 1U.
Leave room behind the tray
Measure usable rack depth with cables connected. Leave the device’s intake and exhaust clear, and allow space to reach power and network connections.
The parts in the photo
Choose the mount for your device.
Network switch
UniFi Pro XG 8 PoE
The switch sits below the patch panel, with its network ports facing forward for easy access. Its fitted mount has a ventilated tray underneath.
Match the USW-Pro-XG-8-PoE model exactly. Other UniFi 8-port switches use different enclosures and mounts.
Remote access
Two JetKVMs
A single faceplate holds both JetKVMs side by side, keeping their screens visible and their connections accessible from behind.
The pictured two-device mount uses a 43 mm faceplate that fits within 1U. Allow additional room behind it for the connected cables.
Compact desktop
Mac mini M4
The Mac mini sits in a fitted cradle with its front USB-C ports and headphone jack exposed. The circular opening in the base leaves its underside unobstructed.
Choose this mount for the smaller 2024 M4 or M4 Pro enclosure. Older Mac mini enclosures need a different mount.
AI computer
NVIDIA DGX Spark
The gold DGX Spark sits below the blank panel. Its dedicated tray has a honeycomb base, with rear connections accessible for power and networking.
The mount measures 254 × 153.8 × 57.15 mm overall. Its 57.15 mm height exceeds 1U; plan vertical clearance as well as space for rear cables.
Mini workstation
MINISFORUM MS-01
The bottom computer is the MS-01. Its fitted mount leaves the diagonal front ventilation, power button and front connections exposed.
This mount fits the MINISFORUM MS-01, MS-A2 and MS-R1. You may need to remove the rubber feet. Check the complete device and cable depth against the usable space inside your rack.
Prices are for the individual mounts. Product pages link to Etsy for purchase, where shipping, tax and delivery details are shown.