Eaton SRW21U – 21U Wall-Mount Switch-Depth Rack Enclosure

Product Overview

The Eaton SRW21U is a 21U wall-mount rack for AV equipment, network switches, and other 19-inch rack-standard gear, designed for network wiring closets, retail back-of-house areas, classrooms, and other locations with limited floor space. This wall-mount switch-depth rack enclosure accommodates equipment up to 16.5 inches deep, making it a practical low-profile rack cabinet for network wiring closets where a full-depth floor cabinet will not fit. Constructed from heavy-duty steel with a locking front door and side panels, it keeps AV and network equipment secure, organized, and out of the way in commercial spaces such as conference rooms, huddle rooms, and training rooms.

Product Description

The SRW21U provides 21 rack units of usable space in a half-height, wall-mount enclosure sized for 19-inch EIA-standard rack equipment such as network switches, patch panels, small UPS units, and AV control processors. Its switch-depth design supports equipment up to 16.5 inches deep, which is enough for most network switches and compact AV gear without the extra depth of a full server cabinet. The heavy-duty steel construction and durable black powder-coated finish give this vented wall-mount rack enclosure for AV/IT equipment a commercial-grade build quality suited to daily use in classrooms, retail locations, and back offices. A maximum load capacity of 200 pounds supports a meaningful stack of switches, patch panels, and small-form UPS hardware. The locking front door and removable side panels help prevent tampering, theft, or accidental damage in shared or public-facing spaces, while vented front, top, bottom, and side panels allow airflow to keep equipment cool during continuous operation. Because it mounts to the wall rather than the floor, this half-height wall-mount server rack is well suited to locations with limited floor space where a rack still needs to be secure, code-compliant, and easy for technicians to access. In an AV context, integrators use commercial wall-mount rack cabinets like the SRW21U to house switchers, DSPs, and network equipment supporting conference room and training room AV systems without dedicating floor space to a full-height rack.

Key Features

• 21U of usable rack space — Accommodates a substantial stack of 19-inch standard AV and network equipment in a wall-mount form factor.
• Switch-depth design — Supports equipment up to 16.5 inches deep, sized for network switches and compact AV gear.
• 200-pound maximum load capacity — Supports a practical mix of switches, patch panels, and small UPS hardware.
• Locking front door and side panels — Help prevent tampering, theft, or accidental damage to installed equipment.
• Vented front, top, bottom, and side panels — Promote airflow to keep rack-mounted equipment cool during continuous operation.
• Heavy-duty steel construction — Black powder-coated finish provides a commercial-grade, durable enclosure.
• Wall-mount, half-height design — Saves floor space compared to full-height floor-standing rack cabinets.

Typical Applications

• Conference room AV equipment racks in limited-floor-space rooms
• Huddle room network and AV control equipment enclosures
• Training room AV and networking gear
• Multi-purpose room equipment closets
• Commercial meeting space network wiring closets

Technical Specifications

Contact Creation Networks for the complete manufacturer spec sheet, including full external dimensions and shipping weight.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size AV or network equipment fits in the SRW21U?

Any standard 19-inch EIA rack equipment up to 16.5 inches deep fits the switch-depth enclosure, including most network switches, patch panels, and compact AV control equipment.

Can this rack support a small rack-mount UPS along with network switches?

Yes, within the 200-pound maximum weight capacity, integrators commonly combine a compact rack-mount UPS with switches and patch panels in the same enclosure.

How is the SRW21U mounted, and what wall type is required?

The enclosure is designed for wall mounting; installers should confirm the wall structure (stud spacing or masonry anchors) can support the enclosure plus its fully loaded equipment weight before installation.

Does the enclosure provide adequate cooling for active network equipment?

The vented front, top, bottom, and removable side panels are designed to allow passive airflow; for higher-density active equipment, supplemental fans may be recommended.

Is the front door lockable to prevent tampering?

Yes, the front door and side panels lock to help prevent tampering, theft, or accidental damage in shared or public-facing spaces.

What warranty does Creation Networks offer on this rack enclosure?

Contact Creation Networks for current manufacturer warranty terms on the SRW21U, as coverage details were not published on the primary spec page reviewed.

Can this rack be used in a training room or classroom AV installation?

Yes, its low-profile wall-mount design is well suited to classrooms, training rooms, and other spaces with limited floor space needing secure, organized AV/network equipment storage.