Vertiv SR2N03010FAA2 3-Rack 10kW Row-Cooling Pod with Fire Suppression

Overview

The Vertiv SR2N03010FAA2 is a factory-integrated, three-rack power and cooling solution rated at 10 kW total capacity — purpose-built for edge deployments, remote IDF closets, and compact data center rows where you need predictable thermal management and fire protection in a single pre-engineered footprint. Each of the three 42U × 600 × 1400 mm cabinets handles 3.3 kW, so load is distributed evenly rather than concentrated in a single high-density chassis. The integrated fire suppression system (the FAA2 suffix) sets this configuration apart from the standard FAA1 line, making it the right pick when local code or insurance requirements mandate suppression in enclosed equipment rooms.

Key Features

• 10 kW Total / 3.3 kW Per Rack: With load spread across three cabinets, you avoid the single-rack thermal concentration that forces derating or hot-aisle containment workarounds. Each rack stays within a safe thermal envelope under full load.
• Dual Cooling Units: Two row-based cooling units provide N+1 redundancy — if one unit trips or requires maintenance, the second carries the full 10 kW load. For 24/7 edge sites without on-site staff, this is the spec that keeps things running between service windows.
• 6 × 30 A PDUs (10kW PMC Distribution): Six 30 A PDUs across the three-rack row give you two PDUs per cabinet, enabling A/B feed redundancy per rack without additional power infrastructure. The 10kW Power Management Controller distribution tier lets you monitor and manage branch circuits centrally.
• Integrated Fire Suppression System: The FAA2 designation confirms factory-installed suppression — not a field add-on. This matters for jurisdictions where AHJ sign-off requires suppression to be part of the listed assembly, not a retrofitted afterthought.
• 3,600 mm Row Length: The assembled row measures 3,600 mm end to end. Confirm floor-plan clearance before ordering — this is 600 mm longer than the equivalent non-suppression FAA1 configuration (3,000 mm) because the suppression hardware occupies the additional bay.
• 42U Cabinet Depth (1400 mm): The 1400 mm depth accommodates modern 2-post and 4-post server and network gear up to full rack depth, including 1U/2U servers with rear cable management arms, without forcing front-to-back airflow compromises.

Integration and Compatibility

The SR2N03010FAA2 is part of Vertiv's SmartRow 2 product family, designed to integrate with Vertiv's Liebert and Geist monitoring ecosystems for environmental and power visibility. The 10kW PMC distribution architecture supports branch-circuit metering, which feeds directly into DCIM platforms for capacity planning. Pair with a compatible Vertiv UPS upstream to complete the power chain; the 30 A PDU inputs require appropriately rated branch circuits from the upstream distribution panel — coordinate with your electrical contractor on circuit scheduling before delivery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How does the SR2N03010FAA2 differ from the SR2N03010FAA1?

A: The FAA2 suffix indicates the fire suppression system is included. The FAA1 variant does not include suppression and measures 3,000 mm in total row length vs. 3,600 mm for the FAA2. All other specs — 10 kW capacity, 3 racks, dual cooling units, 6 PDUs — are identical.

Q: What is the per-rack power capacity of the SR2N03010FAA2?

A: Each of the three cabinets is rated at 3.3 kW. Total system capacity is 10 kW distributed across the row.

Q: Does the SR2N03010FAA2 provide cooling redundancy?

A: Yes. The FAA2 configuration includes two cooling units, providing N+1 redundancy. If one unit fails, the remaining unit is capable of handling the full row load during the service window.

Q: How many PDUs are included and what is their amperage rating?

A: Six PDUs are included, each rated at 30 A, distributed across the three-rack row — two per cabinet. This supports A/B feed configurations for dual-corded equipment.

Q: What are the physical dimensions of the full row assembly?

A: Each cabinet is 42U × 600 mm wide × 1400 mm deep. The complete three-rack row, including the fire suppression bay, measures 3,600 mm in total length.

Eden Phillips

The SR2N03010FAA2 is the configuration I'd specify for a regulated edge site — specifically because the dual cooling units deliver true N+1 at the row level, not just at the room level. With 3.3 kW per cabinet across three racks and a 10 kW PMC distribution tier, the thermal and power math is clean for mid-density edge deployments running mixed compute and networking gear.

Technical Highlights:

• Dual Cooling Units (N+1): Two row cooling units at 10 kW total mean either unit can sustain the full load — critical for unstaffed edge sites where a single-unit failure could mean hours before a tech arrives.
• 6 × 30 A PDUs: Two PDUs per cabinet enables A/B feed wiring without external power strips or field-added PDUs. The 10kW PMC distribution layer supports branch-circuit monitoring at the row level.
• Integrated Fire Suppression (FAA2): Factory-installed suppression means the assembly ships as a listed unit — simplifies AHJ approval versus field retrofits, which often require separate inspection and listing documentation.

Deployment Considerations:

• Budget 3,600 mm of linear floor space plus required service clearances — the fire suppression bay adds 600 mm over the non-suppression FAA1. Verify door widths and corridor access before the delivery truck shows up.
• The 30 A PDU inputs require dedicated 30 A branch circuits; confirm your upstream panel has six available slots at the correct amperage rating before scheduling installation.

This configuration is the right fit for a financial services branch IDF or a healthcare edge node where fire suppression is non-negotiable and the IT load sits in the 8–10 kW range — not a general-purpose server room buy, but exactly right for that constrained, compliance-driven edge scenario.