TL;DR

Linus and the team couldn’t believe how expensive off-the-shelf server racks are, so they decided to DIY one for their home lab and music gear using an IKEA LACK table and a set of 8U rack rails. Over a few rounds of planning, assembly, and tweaks—and after putting it through the “Linus Test”—they show you how a little creativity can save serious cash for more gear.

Along the way they cover budgeting rules, step-by-step build tips, and each version’s pros and cons, proving that with a bit of elbow grease (and the right parts) you don’t need to break the bank on a sturdy, functional rack.

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