WattBox WB-100-RSW-8 Rack Power Distribution Strip 8 Switches

Simple Front-Panel Power Control for Rack Equipment

The WattBox WB-100-RSW-8 is a 1U rack power distribution strip made for AV racks, network closets, media cabinets, and equipment setups where you want simple manual control over each connected device.

Instead of reaching behind the rack to unplug a router, streamer, switch, NVR, cable box, or AV component, this unit gives you 8 front-panel switches that correspond to 8 rear outlets. It is a practical option when you want fast physical power control without app setup, IP control, or remote management.

Best Use Cases

• AV racks: Useful for streamers, cable boxes, media players, receivers, control gear, and small rack accessories.
• Network closets: Helpful when you want manual power control for a modem, router, switch, or small network device.
• Security camera systems: Can be used for rack equipment such as NVRs, DVRs, routers, or support devices that need clear outlet control.
• Service and troubleshooting: Makes it easier to power-cycle one device without unplugging cables or shutting down the full setup.
• Small business equipment racks: Good for offices, studios, retail spaces, and light commercial racks where simple physical control is preferred.

Who Should Buy This?

This is a good choice if you want a basic rack-mounted power distribution strip with individual manual switches. It makes sense for customers who prefer physical front-panel control and do not need smart power features.

It is especially useful when your rack has devices that may need occasional manual resets, such as streamers, cable boxes, routers, switches, media players, or support gear. Labeling each switch by device name can make service and troubleshooting much easier.

Who Should Not Buy This?

This is not the right product if you need surge protection, noise filtration, power conditioning, battery backup, voltage regulation, OvrC monitoring, IP outlet control, remote reboot, or outlet scheduling.

This is also not a UPS. It will not keep devices powered during an outage. If your modem, router, switch, NVR, or other critical equipment needs to stay online during a power outage, choose a UPS battery backup instead.

If the connected equipment is expensive, sensitive, or business-critical, consider using a WattBox surge protector, power conditioner, or UPS as part of the power plan.

Compatibility Notes

• Product type: 1U rack power distribution strip with manual outlet control.
• Outlet count: Includes 8 NEMA 5-15 outlets.
• Outlet control: Each outlet is individually controlled by a matching front-panel lighted rocker switch.
• Power input: Designed for 120V, 60Hz power.
• Power cord: Includes a 6-foot power cord.
• Protection: Includes a 15A resettable circuit breaker for overload protection.
• UL current rating: 12A UL current rating.
• Mounting: Can be rack mounted or shelf mounted when installed correctly.
• Rack size: 1U height for standard rack-style installation.
• Surge protection: This product does not provide surge suppression.
• Noise filtration: This product does not provide noise filtration.
• Battery backup: This product does not provide UPS runtime during an outage.

Installation Considerations

Before ordering, count the devices you want to control and confirm that 8 outlets are enough. This model is best for racks where each connected device benefits from a clear physical on/off switch.

Plan the switch layout before plugging in equipment. Devices that may need occasional resets, such as streamers, cable boxes, routers, or small control devices, should be placed where the switch labels are easy to understand.

Install the unit into a properly grounded 120V outlet. Do not use extension cords, non-grounded adapters, or overloaded circuits. Keep the total connected load within the product rating.

Why Individual Manual Switches Matter

Sometimes simple is better. If a device locks up, a front-panel switch lets you power-cycle only that device without reaching behind the rack or turning off everything at once.

This is especially useful during service visits, troubleshooting, or daily operation in racks where several devices are installed close together.

When to Choose a Smarter WattBox Instead

Choose a smart IP-controlled WattBox if you want remote reboot, OvrC monitoring, outlet scheduling, self-healing auto reboot, or app-based control.

Choose a WattBox power conditioner if you need surge protection, Safe Voltage protection, or noise filtration. Choose a UPS if the equipment needs to stay powered during outages.

Good Products to Pair With This Rack Power Strip

• Rack-Mount Power Strips & PDU to compare other rack power distribution options.
• WattBox Power Solutions for related WattBox power products.
• Power Management Solutions for surge protection, UPS backup, and rack power planning.
• Surge Protectors & Smart Power Strips if connected devices need surge protection.
• Smart Power Conditioners if you need IP control, OvrC monitoring, or remote reboot.
• UPS Battery Backup if your router, switch, NVR, or AV gear needs to stay powered during outages.
• Network Switches if this power strip is supporting a network rack or closet.

Need Help Planning Rack Power?

If you are not sure whether you need a simple switched power strip, a surge protector, a smart power conditioner, or a UPS, send us the list of devices in your rack. We can help you decide what needs manual switching, what needs surge protection, and what should stay on battery backup.

What is the WattBox WB-100-RSW-8 used for?

It is used to provide rack-mounted power distribution with individual manual switches for AV, network, media, security, and small equipment setups.

How many outlets does it have?

It includes 8 rear NEMA 5-15 outlets.

Can each outlet be controlled separately?

Yes. Each outlet has its own front-panel lighted rocker switch, so you can turn one connected device on or off without shutting down the entire rack.

Is this a surge protector?

No. This product does not provide surge suppression. It is mainly for power distribution and manual outlet control.

Does it provide noise filtration?

No. This model does not provide noise filtration. Choose a WattBox power conditioner if you need noise filtration or cleaner power protection.

Is this a UPS battery backup?

No. This is not a UPS. It will not keep devices running during a power outage.

Does this work with OvrC or remote reboot?

No. This is not an IP-controlled WattBox model. It does not include OvrC monitoring, app control, outlet scheduling, or remote reboot.

What is the circuit breaker for?

The 15A resettable circuit breaker helps shut down the unit if too much current is being drawn. If it trips, reduce the connected load before resetting it.

Can I use this for a router, switch, or NVR?

Yes, it can distribute power to devices such as a router, switch, NVR, modem, streamer, or control device, as long as the total connected load stays within the product rating.

Can it mount in a rack?

Yes. It is a 1U rack-mount power distribution strip. It can also be shelf mounted when installed correctly.

Can I plug appliances, heaters, or laser printers into it?

No. Avoid appliances, heaters, laser printers, power tools, and other high-draw devices. This product is intended for AV, network, rack, and low-voltage support electronics.

When should I choose a smart WattBox instead?

Choose a smart WattBox if you need remote reboot, OvrC monitoring, outlet scheduling, self-healing auto reboot, or app-based control.

When should I choose a UPS instead?

Choose a UPS if your equipment needs to stay powered during outages, such as a modem, router, switch, NVR, or critical network device.

What should I check before ordering?

Check the number of devices, total connected load, rack space, switch labeling plan, outlet access, and whether you also need surge protection, power conditioning, or battery backup.