# Article: How do I build a server rack?

**URL:** <https://community.startech.com/t/article-how-do-i-build-a-server-rack/799>\
**Category:** Racks, Shelves, KVMs\
**Created:** [November 16, 2021, 11:18am UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/article-how-do-i-build-a-server-rack/799 "2021-11-16T11:18:17Z")\
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**Post date:** [November 16, 2021, 11:18am UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/article-how-do-i-build-a-server-rack/799/1 "2021-11-16T11:18:17Z")

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In this video, guidelines and best practices will be discussed for constructing server racks. Constructing a new server rack can be a bit daunting, but there are some general guidelines that you can use when you assemble most of the server racks [StarTech.com](http://StarTech.com) sells. Let’s have a look at the guidelines.

**Before You Begin**

1. Make sure there’s enough room where you will be building.
2. If you intend to move the rack, make sure it will fit through any doors or hallways.

**While Building**

1. Make sure that you have all of the parts listed in the manual.
2. Make sure that you have all of the tools that you will need.
3. Assemble the rack in the correct order, according to your manual.

**After Building**

1. Double-check that everything is where it should be and then tighten everything down.
2. Be careful not to strip screws.
3.