Install the Access Point on a Wall Using MBO-ART02 Articulating Mounting Bracket

About this task

Note

Note

The MBO-ART02 wall mount bracket is End of Sale (EOS) as of January, 2023. It is replaced by the MBO-ART03 bracket.

For more information, see End of Sale and End Service Life.

Table 1. Hardware requirements for MBO-ART02 articulating mounting bracket wall installation
Quantity Item
1 Access point
1 MBO-ART02 articulating mounting bracket
6

M6 hex-head screws

Two M6 hex-head screws to attach the MBO-ART02 to the access point.

Four M6 hex-head screws to attach the MBO-ART02 bracket to the wall.

Note

Note

When using the MBO-ART02 articulating mounting bracket, set the minimum downward tilt to less than 20 degrees to prevent water ingress.

To install the access point on a wall:

Procedure

  1. Using the MBO-ART02 articulating mounting bracket‘s shorter bracket end as a template, mark and drill four holes on the wall.
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    MBO-ART02 bracket template for attachment holes
    Image of the ART-02 extension arm mounting holes being marked.
  2. Attach the MBO-ART02 to the access point using four M6 hex-head screws.
  3. Align the mounting holes on the MBO-ART02 articulating mounting bracket against the holes on the wall and attach the bracket using four M6 hex-head screws.
  4. Adjust the bracket angles.
  5. Insert the lock screws and tighten their hex nuts.
  6. Attach the AP to the large bracket.
  7. Attach the LAN cables.