APC by Schneider Electric Netshelter SX 42U 600MM Wide Perforated Split Doors Black - AR7100

APC by Schneider Electric AR7100 NetShelter SX 42U Perforated Split Door Rack Enclosure

Overview

The AR7100 is the perforated split-door panel set for the APC by Schneider Electric NetShelter SX 42U 600mm-wide rack enclosure family. At 75.39 inches tall (191.5 cm) and finished in black, this door assembly is purpose-built for data center and IT closet deployments where front-access airflow management matters. If you run an open or semi-open rack row and need to add or replace the front door assembly on an existing 600mm NetShelter SX 42U frame, the AR7100 is the direct-fit replacement.

Key Features

• Perforated Split-Door Design: The split configuration lets you open one half of the door independently — useful in tight aisles where a full swing would be blocked by adjacent racks or overhead cable trays. Perforations support front-to-back airflow without requiring the door to be removed during operation, which matters on high-density rack enclosures where even brief thermal disruption is a concern.
• 42U / 600mm Compatibility: Designed exclusively for the NetShelter SX 42U 600mm-wide frame — not interchangeable with 750mm or 800mm variants. Verify your existing enclosure width before ordering. Incorrect width = doors that will not latch or align.
• Lightweight Door Assembly at 21.05 lb (9.55 kg): A single technician can handle installation without a lift assist, reducing labor overhead for field swap-outs or initial rack build-outs on raised-floor data center infrastructure projects.
• Black Finish: Matches the standard NetShelter SX finish family — relevant when rack aesthetics matter in customer-facing or co-location environments where mixed finishes stand out.
• Factory-New Genuine Component: Sourced as a genuine APC replacement door assembly — no grey-market, no parallel imports. Ensures proper fit and finish alignment with the NetShelter SX frame tolerances.

Integration & Compatibility

The AR7100 is designed for the APC NetShelter SX 42U 600mm-wide enclosure family. It is not compatible with NetShelter SX 750mm or 800mm wide variants, nor with the NetShelter VS or EP series. If you are pairing this with a PoE switch deployment or a full rack build, confirm the base enclosure part number against APC's NetShelter SX compatibility matrix before ordering. Package dimensions (78.50 in L × 15.00 in W × 7.99 in H, 35.3 lb shipped) indicate the door ships flat — plan for horizontal staging space at the installation site.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What rack enclosure is the AR7100 compatible with?

A: The AR7100 is designed for the APC NetShelter SX 42U 600mm-wide rack enclosure. It is not compatible with 750mm or 800mm wide NetShelter SX variants.

Q: What is the weight of the AR7100 door assembly?

A: The door assembly weighs 21.05 lb (9.55 kg). The packaged shipping weight is 35.3 lb (16 kg).

Q: What are the overall dimensions of the AR7100?

A: The AR7100 measures 75.39 inches (191.5 cm) in height. Package dimensions are 78.50 in (L) × 15.00 in (W) × 7.99 in (H).

Q: Can the AR7100 be installed without removing equipment from the rack?

A: The split-door design allows each door half to be handled independently, which simplifies installation in populated racks with limited swing clearance. However, always follow APC's installation instructions for the specific enclosure model.

Q: Does the perforated door restrict airflow?

A: The perforated design is specifically intended to support front-to-back airflow through the door panel, so the door does not need to be removed during operation for thermal management purposes.

Karl Wilson

The AR7100 is a straightforward field replacement for integrators managing a NetShelter SX 42U 600mm fleet — the split-door format at 21.05 lb means one tech handles the swap without staging a second person, which adds up across a multi-rack refresh project.

Technical Highlights:

• Split-Door Format: Each half operates independently — in a 24-inch aisle where a full-width swing is physically blocked, this is the only door configuration that works without moving the rack.
• Perforated Panel: Airflow passes through the door at rest — no need to prop or remove it during high-load periods, which matters on dense 1U/2U server rows running sustained thermal output.
• 75.39 in Height / 191.5 cm: Confirms alignment with a standard 42U frame height — verify your existing enclosure spec sheet before ordering, as non-SX NetShelter frames use different door attachment points.

Deployment Considerations:

• The 78.50-inch package length means standard freight handling — measure your receiving dock and elevator clearance before scheduling delivery to a high-floor data center or IDF closet.
• Width compatibility is the most common ordering mistake: the AR7100 fits 600mm frames only. A 750mm or 800mm NetShelter SX takes a different door part number entirely — confirm before purchasing.

Best fit for a data center or IT closet operator managing an existing 600mm NetShelter SX 42U fleet who needs a genuine replacement door — particularly in high-density rows where split-door swing clearance is a real constraint.