Can it work without the back panel to allow cords/ventilation?
384549
Yes. That's how i have mine. It does feel a little wobbly but as long as you don't move it too much and keep it on a solid surface it should work just fine.
384550
I think u need the back panel to keep it steady but it is thin so u can probably cut spaces out for cords and ventilation.
384551
I would not take the back, as that can make it weak, however, what I would do is open holes to put the chords through. Just an idea.
1071846
It has a rectangle in the center of the back panel that is about 2 1/2 inches high and about 4 inches wide. it is positioned where you can run your cords through that whole from both the bottom and top shelf. Someone responded they left the back off to have more room. You have plenty of room for any component's wires. Leaving the back off will cause the stand to not be as stable as it is with the back one and also components, when used, heat up causing a natural flow of air. Without the back you will draw not only air but dust, which will get into your components. The back provides plenty of ventilation but also keeps some dust out. It has a rectangle in the center of the back panel that is about 2 1/2 inches high and about 4 inches wide. it is positioned where you can run your cords through that whole from both the bottom and top shelf. Someone responded they left the back off to have more room. You have plenty of room for any component's wires. Leaving the back off will cause the stand to not be as stable as it is with the back one and also components, when used, heat up causing a natural flow of air. Without the back you will draw not only air but dust, which will get into your components. The back provides plenty... » Read More It has a rectangle in the center of the back panel that is about 2 1/2 inches high and about 4 inches wide. it is positioned where you can run your cords through that whole from both the bottom and top shelf. Someone responded they left the back off to have more room. You have plenty of room for any component's wires. Leaving the back off will cause the stand to not be as stable as it is with the back one and also components, when used, heat up causing a natural flow of air. Without the back you will draw not only air but dust, which will get into your components. The back provides plenty of ventilation but also keeps some dust out. « Show Less
930425
I seriously doubt it, the back panel would block most of the warm/cold air coming from your vent. not to mention the temperatures from your a/c can easily be handled by today's smartphones! :)
1660955
There's a break-off panel in the far back that is intended for cables. I used pliers to snap off the tiny posts that held it in place, but you can also use a flathead screwdriver and simply pry it off as the other poster suggested. There are also five panels attached with one screw on each side (2 for each panel) that allows you to open up a much bigger area (good if you need a lot of ventilation). These screws unscrew from the *inside* of the rack. In order to access these, you will need to remove the lower shelves and blind panels if they are still installed. (4 screws per panel/shelf). FWIW, the rear break-off panel can probably be removed via the rear door without removing the shelves first. There's a break-off panel in the far back that is intended for cables. I used pliers to snap off the tiny posts that held it in place, but you can also use a flathead screwdriver and simply pry it off as the other poster suggested. There are also five panels attached with one screw on each side (2 for each panel) that allows you to open up a much bigger area (good if you need a lot of ventilation). These screws unscrew from the *inside* of the rack. In order to access these, you will need to remove the lower shelves and blind panels if they are still installed. (4 screws per panel/shelf).... » Read More There's a break-off panel in the far back that is intended for cables. I used pliers to snap off the tiny posts that held it in place, but you can also use a flathead screwdriver and simply pry it off as the other poster suggested. There are also five panels attached with one screw on each side (2 for each panel) that allows you to open up a much bigger area (good if you need a lot of ventilation). These screws unscrew from the *inside* of the rack. In order to access these, you will need to remove the lower shelves and blind panels if they are still installed. (4 screws per panel/shelf). FWIW, the rear break-off panel can probably be removed via the rear door without removing the shelves first. « Show Less
1972834
It has to vent to the outside to work as an air conditioning unit. If there is an accessory that would accomplish this, then yes.
1966368
No. The back panel serves to provide overall strength to the cabinet. Further, it prevents the wall and wires behind the cabinet from being seen from the front.
2164072
It could work as a vertical installation, but I wouldn't recommend it. You'd have to add material to enclose the exposed area not covered by the window panel included with the air conditioner. But what's worse is that you couldn't normally use that door since it probably would have to be permanently closed while attached to the enclosure material. But if you or someone you know is handy, you could build an enclosure running the vertical length on the inside of the door to allow the unit to vent while also allowing the door to open and close. But it wasn't intended for this type of installation.
1966365
Yes you can. the back is the cheap board material the you put small nails into and its like the last thing you do and there is no holes in either. I've actually had my ps4 get a little to hot in this. My fault cause the glass door was closed, not having the back part may be a good thing.
1147478
I wouldn't. It needs air circulation around the back of the unit. Also, the thermostat is very fickle so you want good access to it. There are other units designed for under counter that could go into a closet.
1071845
It has a round cut-out in the back panel that can be used for component cords. It can allow cords from both shelves. I personally didn't install the back panel at all, to allow for multiple components.
1927008
No cover on the back - so as long as you have a small gap before the wall the air can move
1533527
Most of the heat comes from the sides and not the back. I don't know how that will work in your situation.
174752
Many airlines require ventilation on all four sides. This kennel does not have vents in the back. I am sure you can drill some large holes. But you HAVE to do it!
1596121
Yes, there is a hole in the back accessible from each of the 4 corners to feed cords through.
601841
yes you can. the problem is that without a vacuum no matter you do, you will not be able to get all the air out.
333256
Yes, the back is finished so it is meant to sit out exposed. Just note that there are a couple of holes cut out for cable routing.
2053031
when you take the therm from the back there is a black jumper that you remove and then attach to another connection. Therefore unless your tenant knows to take it off and move the jumper in the back electronic section, then they cannot move the temapture above for heat or below for AC.