Vertiv SR2N02010FAA1 10kW Redundant Row-Based Power and Cooling System

Overview

The Vertiv SR2N02010FAA1 is a row-based, self-contained power and cooling solution built for organizations that need redundant infrastructure in a defined physical footprint. Configured as a two-IT-row, one-cooling-row assembly, the SR2N02010FAA1 delivers up to 10kW of total row capacity while keeping individual rack thermal load at a manageable 5kW — a practical ceiling for most compute-dense edge or branch deployments that don't yet justify a full data center buildout. If you're planning a data center infrastructure refresh or a new edge compute room, this system is worth evaluating before committing to a distributed cooling architecture.

Key Features

• 10kW Maximum Row Capacity: The two IT racks share a 10kW aggregate ceiling, with each rack rated at 5kW. That's enough headroom for a densely loaded edge stack — think 1–2U servers, a PoE switch layer, and storage — without thermal runaway risk if one rack runs hotter than planned.
• 600mm × 1200mm Rack Footprint: The 600mm width is standard EIA rack form factor, meaning off-the-shelf 19-inch equipment drops in without custom rails. The 1200mm depth accommodates full-depth 2-post and 4-post server hardware, including rear-cabled patch panels, without forcing cable management compromises.
• 1722mm Rack Height: At 1722mm (roughly 40U), these enclosures offer meaningful vertical density. You can stack a full server tier alongside network and storage layers in a single rack column without splitting workloads across rooms.
• Dual Power Inputs (Input Count: 2): Two separate power feeds into the row assembly allow A+B redundancy — if one upstream PDU or breaker fails, the second feed keeps the row live. This is the configuration most enterprise colocation and branch IT standards require for Tier II equivalent uptime.
• 100A Main Breaker (A100): The A100 main breaker is sized for the full 10kW row load at 208V single-phase or a derated 10kW at 240V, providing overcurrent protection without undersizing that would nuisance-trip under surge conditions at full rack utilization.
• Single Cooling Row (1 Cooling Row, 2 IT Rows): A 2:1 IT-to-cooling ratio keeps the physical footprint compact. One cooling unit serves both IT racks, which reduces the total row length and simplifies maintenance — you're servicing one cooling unit, not two, during a scheduled PM window.
• Row Weight of 3,641 lbs: At full population, the assembled row weighs 3,641 lbs. That's a critical figure for floor loading calculations — confirm your raised floor or concrete slab is rated for that distributed load before committing to a placement zone, particularly in older buildings or multi-tenant facilities with shared load paths.
• Chassis Weight of 132.3 lbs: Individual chassis ship at 132.3 lbs, which is within two-person lift range for most loading docks. No crane or forklift staging is required for initial positioning, though a pallet jack is advisable for final row assembly alignment.

Integration and Compatibility

The SR2N02010FAA1 is designed to integrate with Vertiv's broader infrastructure portfolio, including Vertiv's Liebert monitoring and management platforms. The dual-input power architecture is compatible with standard 3-phase PDU feeds broken to single-phase at the row level — a common topology in colocation spaces and enterprise computer rooms. The 600mm × 1200mm rack dimensions conform to IEC 60297 and EIA-310 rack standards, making the system broadly compatible with equipment from server, networking, and storage vendors without custom adapter kits. For organizations evaluating power and cooling solutions at the row level, the 5kW-per-rack cap is a key planning parameter — if your per-rack density is trending above 5kW, you'll need to evaluate higher-density cooling options before deployment. Pair this system with a compatible UPS solution upstream to extend the redundancy model through to the battery layer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum IT load per rack in the SR2N02010FAA1 configuration?

A: Each IT rack in the SR2N02010FAA1 is rated at 5kW. The total row capacity across both IT racks is 10kW. Planning individual rack loads above 5kW is not supported in this configuration.

Q: Does the SR2N02010FAA1 support dual-feed (A+B) power redundancy?

A: Yes. The SR2N02010FAA1 includes two power inputs, enabling A+B feed redundancy at the row level. This allows one feed to sustain the full row load if the other feed is lost.

Q: What are the rack dimensions for the IT enclosures in the SR2N02010FAA1?

A: Each rack is 600mm wide, 1200mm deep, and 1722mm tall. The 600mm width accommodates standard 19-inch EIA equipment without custom hardware.

Q: What is the main breaker rating for the SR2N02010FAA1?

A: The SR2N02010FAA1 uses an A100 (100A) main breaker, sized to handle the full 10kW row load.

Q: How much does the fully assembled SR2N02010FAA1 row weigh?

A: The fully populated row assembly weighs 3,641 lbs. Individual chassis units ship at 132.3 lbs each. Floor load capacity must be verified before installation.

Q: How many cooling units are included in the SR2N02010FAA1?

A: The SR2N02010FAA1 includes one cooling row serving two IT rows — a 2:1 IT-to-cooling ratio. This keeps the overall row footprint compact while providing dedicated cooling for both IT enclosures.

Karl Wilson

The SR2N02010FAA1 is a row-based infrastructure package I'd recommend evaluating seriously for any edge compute room or branch IT deployment where you need documented redundancy but don't have the square footage — or the budget — for a traditional raised-floor room with distributed cooling. The 10kW aggregate row capacity with dual power inputs checks the A+B redundancy box that most enterprise standards require, and the 5kW-per-rack ceiling is honest: it keeps you from overloading the cooling unit without a warning.

Technical Highlights:

• Dual Inputs (2 feeds, A100 breaker): Two independent power feeds with a 100A main breaker means a single upstream fault doesn't take the row down. For any deployment where unplanned downtime has a real cost, this is a minimum bar — and the SR2N02010FAA1 meets it out of the box.
• 2:1 IT-to-Cooling Ratio: One cooling unit servicing two IT racks keeps the row length short — useful when your computer room has a constrained floor plan. It also simplifies PM scheduling: one cooling unit to service, not two, during a maintenance window.
• 3,641 lb Fully Loaded Row Weight: This is the number your facilities team needs before you commit to a floor zone. At 3,641 lbs distributed across the row footprint (1200mm deep × assembled row width), older slab or raised-floor panels can be at or near their rated load. Get the floor loading calculation done before you finalize placement.

Deployment Considerations:

• The 5kW-per-rack cap is firm — if your per-rack density projections are trending above that threshold as the deployment grows, plan the upgrade path to a higher-density cooling configuration before you're forced into it reactively.
• Individual chassis at 132.3 lbs ship within two-person lift range, but row assembly alignment at 1722mm height benefits from adjustable leveling feet and a laser level — skipping that step creates cable management headaches once the row is populated.

The SR2N02010FAA1 is the right specification for a purpose-built edge IT room serving a manufacturing plant, a regional branch office, or a small colocation cage where 10kW total capacity covers the full workload and dual-feed redundancy is a procurement requirement — not an afterthought.