Mount the access point to a wall using the Phillips pan-head screws

About this task

You can mount the access point directly onto a dry or a solid wall using the Phillips pan-head screws. This is an optional installation method and not the preferred method of installation.

Procedure

  1. Drill two holes 104 mm (4.100”) apart from each other on the wall where you want to mount the access point.
  2. Insert the screws into the holes and use the screw-in anchors, if needed.
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    Mounting the access point directly on a dry or a wood wall using the Phillips pan-head screws
  3. Insert the Ethernet cable‘s RJ45 connector into the Console port.
  4. Align the access point against the screw heads and slide it down.

    Ensure that the access point is secured in place and tightened.

    Note

    Note

    When installing the access point, the “E” logo on it must be pointing up.
  5. If the access point is loose, unmount the access point, and decrease the distance between the screw heads and the wall.
  6. Remount the access point.