What is a structure used to hold equipment and cabling terminations called?

The term "equipment rack" refers to a structured framework designed specifically to house various types of electronic equipment, including servers, switches, and other networking gear, as well as to support the organization and termination of cabling. Equipment racks are typically standardized in size, allowing for uniformity and compatibility across different devices and components.

By using an equipment rack, installers can ensure proper alignment and spacing, which facilitates effective airflow for cooling and eases access for maintenance. These racks provide multiple mounting positions, often with standardized vertical mounting holes that accommodate different equipment types, making them essential in structured cabling systems.

In contrast, while a "rackmount" refers to the ability of certain equipment to be mounted on a rack, it is not a structure itself. "Support bracket" and "mounting plate" typically indicate smaller components used in specific applications for holding or securing devices rather than an overarching framework for housing and organizing multiple pieces of equipment and cabling terminations. Therefore, "equipment rack" is the most accurate description for the structure in question.