Install the Access Point on a Wall or a Flat Ceiling

Before you begin

Confirm that you have the following items:
  • An AP3000 access point
  • One AH-ACC-BKT-AX-TB mounting bracket. The bracket is used for flat surface wall or solid ceiling installation.

  • Two M3.5 pan head wood screws and two screw-in anchors.

About this task

Follow these steps when you install the access point on a wall or solid ceiling.

Procedure

  1. Mark and drill two mounting holes.
    Use the AH-ACC-BKT-AX-TB mounting bracket as a template.
  2. Attach the bracket to the wall.
    Use the two M3.5 pan head screws. Use push-in anchors or screw-in anchors for drywall or plastic board installations.
  3. Attach the access point to the bracket

    Align the red dots on the bracket and the access point base.

  4. Press and rotate the AP one-sixth turn clockwise.
    The AP clicks into place on the bracket.
  5. Attach the network cable and power-up the AP.
    • If you use Power over Ethernet (PoE) then attach the network cable to the ETH0 port.
    • If you use Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE), then connect the power supply and attach the network cable to the ETH0 port.