Install the Access Point on a Beam

Before you begin

You need the following items:
  • AP3000X
  • ACC-BKT-AX-BEAM mounting bracket
Find a location that supports the following requirements:
  • The beam must be able to support the access point in all environmental conditions.
  • The beam must be flat.
  • Beam attachment area is at least 0.5 in. (12.7mm) wide and as long as the access point's largest dimension.
  • Beam mounting surface is at least 0.040 in. (1.0 mm) thick, but less than 0.650 in. (16.5mm) thick.

About this task

If you are installing the access point in a warehouse or other industrial environments, then you might have to install the AP on a beam instead of a ceiling.

Procedure

  1. Align the red dot on the access point with the red dot on the accessory bracket.
  2. Insert the plastic part posts into the access point back recess.
  3. Push the access point onto the plastic part, and rotate the access point about one-sixth turn clockwise to make it lock in place.
    Note

    Note

    If you can turn or twist the access point, it was not locked in place properly. Remove the access point and attach it again until it locks in place.
  4. Plug the RJ45 connector plug into ETH or ETH0, RJ45 connector receptacle on the access point.
    If desired, flat Ethernet cables and caps may be used with all indoor access points.
  5. Open the top screw as necessary and place the beam clip onto a beam.
    Note

    Note

    You must hold the access point when attaching the beam clip.
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    ACC-BKT-AX-BEAM accessory bracket
    Circular beam clip accessory
  6. Tighten the beam clip top screw to a torque of 50 in-lbs.
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    Beam clip top screw
    Image of the stainless-steel bolt that is used to torque the accessory on the beam.
    Call out Description
    1 Beam clip top screw that is used to attach the beam accessory bracket to a beam
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