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Setup.exe 3 Installation Tool - Easy Mount for Patch Panels Servers Fits 19” Rails, Square and Threaded Holes - Computer Cabinet and Network Racks - Laptop, Device Workshelf, Holds 110 lbs
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Brand | PATCHBOX |
Size | Setup.exe3 |
Material | Stainless Steel, Aluminum |
Compatible Devices | Laptop, Desktop, Server |
Mounting Type | Rack Mount |
About this item
- EFFORTLESS INSTALLATION IN SECONDS: The Setup.exe 3 makes mounting a breeze! Install in just 5 seconds with no tools needed. Perfect for patch panels, computers, and servers, and fits 19" rails with threaded and square holes.
- RELIABLE SUPPORT FOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT: This tool can hold up to 110 lbs (50kg), so you don’t have to juggle or balance heavy equipment during setup. Securely support your patch panels or laptops while you work.
- SAVE TIME, WORKLOAD, AND COST: Do the job of two technicians by yourself. Securely hold your IT hardware in place, making installation quicker and easier without needing extra hands for support.
- VERSATILE FUNCTIONALITY: More than just a support tool—use it as a workspace too! It can hold tools, laptops, or diagnostic devices facing outward from the rack, adding extra convenience to your setup.
- PORTABLE AND BUILT TO LAST: Made from durable aluminum, stainless steel, and powder- coated steel, this tool is lightweight at just 0.88kg. Compact dimensions (465mm x 53.5mm x 45mm) make it easy to take anywhere.
- LIFETIME WARRANTY INCLUDED: Enjoy peace of mind with a lifetime manufacturer warranty. The Setup.exe 3 is designed to make your installations easier and more efficient, with quality and reliability you can count on.
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Package Dimensions | 20 x 3 x 2.8 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.25 pounds |
Manufacturer | PATCHBOX |
ASIN | B0CW25LGPX |
Item model number | 3 |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
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Date First Available | August 4, 2021 |
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This third hand supports you during all of your work steps and is mounted in the cabinet within just 3 seconds.
This installation wizard is a cost and labor saving third hand! With our innovative network installation tool, one technician can do the work of two – no longer relying on assistance for holding heavy and expensive hardware. The Setup.exe is designed to replace the assistant; it is both lightweight and compact making it a versatile tool that can easily be brought along to any job.
The new and improved Setup.exe2 is now compatible with both square punched and threaded holes making it even more versatile! We will include an extra set of hardware that can be easily switched out so you can use this incredible installation tool on most racks regardless of the hole type!
The Ultimate Tool For Everyone Working On Network Cabinets!
The Setup.exe is a problem-solving miracle designed by network engineers. It secures the weight of IT hardware, such as switches or patch panels in server and network racks until they are securely screwed in.
Externally mounted, the Setup.exe creates the ideal workspace to place a laptop on or configure a switch. It is compatible with 19″ rails with threaded holes and square punched holes and can carry up to 50kg (110lbs).
Not only is this a problem-solving miracle for supporting weight and installing equipment within the cabinet. This tool functions as an additional workspace and can be used facing outward as a table for tools, supplies or diagnostic devices.
Not only do you now need just one technician, but the job is going to be done way faster. Our Setup.exe is mounted in seconds making the installation of rack and cabinet equipment easier and faster than ever.



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Customers find the installation tool well-constructed and appreciate its functionality, with one mentioning it works great as a temporary laptop stand. They like its ease of use, with one noting it's particularly helpful when installing switches, and consider it like having a second pair of hands. While some customers say it's worth the price, others find it overpriced, and several mention it doesn't fit all racks.
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Customers find the installation tool easy to use, with one mentioning it's particularly helpful when installing switches.
"This fairly simple device makes inserting and removing heavier, and even light, rack-mounted equipment so much easier, especially when you're..." Read more
"Helps so much especially with battery back units in cabinets" Read more
"...Disappointing for my applications." Read more
"This is a neat tool to have as a network engineer...." Read more
Customers appreciate the build quality of the installation tool, finding it well constructed, with one customer noting it's strong enough for installing switches.
"...My only complaint would be the price, but it is so well- designed and useful, I think it's worth every penny." Read more
"Beautiful and well constructed. Lots of nice touches like magnets that hold it closed. BUT..." Read more
"Very well built and thought out tool. Have used this on different racks with cage nuts and tapped holes...." Read more
"Works okay. Nice idea. Seems like a pretty good idea for a rough draft...." Read more
Customers find that the system cabinet works well, with one mentioning it functions effectively as a temporary laptop stand.
"...It also works great as a temporary laptop stand...." Read more
"Love it, works as advertised. Like having a second pair of hands." Read more
"...Square holes it works fine but NOT with cage nuts installed. They must be removed at the U where the tool is inserted...." Read more
"Works okay. Nice idea. Seems like a pretty good idea for a rough draft...." Read more
Customers appreciate the tool's hand-like functionality, with one mentioning it's like having a second pair of hands.
"...It's better than a second pair of hands! Don't wait, buy it. You will not regret it!" Read more
"Love it, works as advertised. Like having a second pair of hands." Read more
"Extra Hand..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the installation tool's value for money, with some finding it worth every penny while others consider it overpriced.
"...the price, but it is so well- designed and useful, I think it's worth every penny." Read more
"...They must be removed at the U where the tool is inserted. And it is over priced vs other similar items." Read more
"Pricy but well worth it...." Read more
"...Overpriced by about 400%." Read more
Customers report that the installation tool does not fit all racks, with one customer noting specific issues with 10-32 A/V holes and another mentioning compatibility problems with thicker rack rails.
"Does not fit all racks..." Read more
"...The tool is adjustable to work with varying thickness rails. Needs 1 U spacing to fit...." Read more
"Did not fit the rack properly. Not secure enough to place equipment on it." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2025Size: Setup.exe3Verified PurchaseThis fairly simple device makes inserting and removing heavier, and even light, rack-mounted equipment so much easier, especially when you're working alone. It also works great as a temporary laptop stand. My only complaint would be the price, but it is so well- designed and useful, I think it's worth every penny.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2025Size: Setup.exe3Verified PurchaseHelps so much especially with battery back units in cabinets
- Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2025Size: Setup.exe3Verified PurchaseWith this device I can put up Top of Rack switches much faster and safer than I could myself. This is a must have if you work alone or help is not readily available.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2024Size: Setup.exe2Verified PurchaseThis is a neat tool to have as a network engineer. I have used this to help install switches and used it as a desk for my laptop while standing in front of a rack. This is always in my tool bag when doing installations!
- Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2024Size: Setup.exe3Verified PurchaseI have been in IT for 30 years. After working in many data centers and standing in front of countless server / networking racks, this product has been a life saver. This has made mounting new hardware much safer, has cut my install/ mounting times down considerably. Great tool and super handy. An easy decision to buy and I highly recommend this to anyone installing networking equipment especially if they do so alone. It's better than a second pair of hands! Don't wait, buy it. You will not regret it!
- Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2024Size: Setup.exe3Verified PurchaseFirst off this is a great idea for a product. However could have been so much better.
1) Price. This should cost a few bucks to make in China. Even if they charged $100, it would still be tons of profit, for it being basically two pieces of metal on a hinge $250 is ludicrous.
2) Size. If you plan on traveling and using this during installs it is too long to fit in a standard laptop backpack. They should have made it slide out and extend like server rails do and then you could transport it at a reasonable size.
3) Extra hardware needed. You need a 10mm wrench to swap the ends from square open hole to the threaded adapters. AND you need a 13mm wrench to adjust the bolts if it doesn’t fit your rack. So now you need to buy and carry around 2 wrenches + the extra adapters (that can easily get lost) + the unit itself. This should have been designed better to require less extra parts and tools… a Dell Server rail has no extra parts or tools needed, can extend, support tons of weight, etc. as an example, you just need to put the effort into designing something better.
4) Lack of support. I emailed support with a simple question and never got any response.
End Result= Product Returned.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2023Size: Setup.exe2Verified PurchaseBeautiful and well constructed. Lots of nice touches like magnets that hold it closed.
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It does not fit some 10-32 A/V style rack rails. Look at the attached picture. The locking pin has been removed for clarity. The inside curve of the rack rail keeps the Setup.exe2 from going far enough in, and keeps the locking pin from reaching the hole. Disappointing for my applications.
Beautiful and well constructed. Lots of nice touches like magnets that hold it closed.
BUT
It does not fit some 10-32 A/V style rack rails. Look at the attached picture. The locking pin has been removed for clarity. The inside curve of the rack rail keeps the Setup.exe2 from going far enough in, and keeps the locking pin from reaching the hole. Disappointing for my applications.
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2024Size: Setup.exe3Verified PurchaseLove it, works as advertised. Like having a second pair of hands.
Top reviews from other countries
- BenReviewed in the United Kingdom on October 15, 2023
4.0 out of 5 stars It’s great!
Size: Setup.exe2Verified PurchaseUsed it a few times so far and it’s made every install easy! Let’s a single man struggling to do a two man job alone do the work safely and quickly.
No more tying to balance a switch in one hand, hoping the cage nuts don’t pop out whilst bending an a rack ear.
Biggest issue, and why it doesn’t get 5 stars: requires some tools (a spanner) to adjust the rack ears and no where to store the alternative pins. They could have easily made a threaded hole on the arms to store the extra pins.
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BramReviewed in Belgium on May 19, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Patchbox
Size: Setup.exe2Verified PurchaseSuper om dit te gebruiken, altijd handen vrij om toestellen correct in rack te monteren.
Perfect om laptop op te zetten als deze omgekeerd gemonteerd is waardoor je deze niet meer moet op de grond plaatsen of een plaats zoeken.
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René HappelReviewed in Germany on November 1, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Genial
Size: Setup.exe2Verified PurchaseEinfacher Einbau und Handhabung
- DanReviewed in the United Kingdom on September 30, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Lifesaver of a tool
This is a great tool for when racking server or comms kit. No longer do I need to find boxes to balance or use one arm to support the device whilst furiously trying to get the first 2 screws in.
- RudolfOReviewed in Germany on July 19, 2024
4.0 out of 5 stars Useful
Size: Setup.exe2Verified PurchaseThe two in function is useful
- helps racking devices up to 50kg as said on package
- flipside use it as a laptop stand in the rack you would be configuring devices