Learn about the indoor and outdoor mounting accessory ordering part numbers, compatibility, and usage with various Wi-Fi 6, 802.11.ax access points.
| Speciality Indoor Access Points | Indoor Acess Points | Outdoor Access Points |
|---|---|---|
| AP302W | AP305C/CX | AP460C, AP460S6C, and AP460S12C |
| - | AP410C | AP360i/e |
| - | AP510C/CX and AP650/X | AP460i/e |
| - | AP4000 | AP560i and AP560h |
| - | AP5010 | AP5050D and AP5050U |
| - | AP460i/e | - |
| - | AP3000 | - |
| - | AP3000X | - |
| - | AP5020 | - |
Perform the following tasks before you install your access point.
| For information on | Refer to |
|---|---|
| Mounting accessory compatibility with your access point model | |
| Power accessories usage | Power Accessories Matrix |
| Ethernet cap accessory | Ethernet Cap Accessory Information |
| How to position the access point for installation | Position the Access Point before Installation |
| For information on | Refer to |
|---|---|
| How to secure the indoor access point after installation | Lock the Indoor Access Point after Installation |
| Ground connection for outdoor access points | Ground Connection |
The following indoor mounting accessories are used with the access points listed in this guide for solid ceiling or wall mount installations:
| Solid Ceiling or Wall Mount Indoor Accessories | Installation information | |
|---|---|---|
| Installation scenario | Accessory used | |
| ~1.25 in. Wall Gap | AH-ACC-BKT-AX-WL | Install the Access Point Directly on a Wall Using AH-ACC-BKT-AX-WL Bracket |
| ~0.25 in. Wall Gap | AH-ACC-BKT-AX-TB | Install the Access Point on a Wall or a Solid Ceiling Using AH-ACC-BKT-AX-TB Accessory |
| Junction box (worldwide) | ACC-BKT-AX-JB | Install the Access Point on a Junction Box Using ACC-BKT-AX-JB Accessory |
The following indoor mounting accessories are used with the access points listed in this guide for ceiling tile or T-bar grid mount installations:
| Ceiling Tile or Grid T-bar Mounts | Installation information | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Installation scenario | Protrusion | Accessory used | |
| Silhouette* (ceiling grid with a bottom opening) gap varies from 1/8 in. to ¼ in. | Up to a 0.33 in. ceiling tile protrusion | AH-ACC-BKT-AX-SL | Install the Access Point on a Ceiling Grid With a Bottom Opening Using AH-ACC-BKT-AX-SL Accessory |
| Interlude* (9/16 in. wide T-bar with protrusion) | Up to a 0.33 in. ceiling tile protrusion | AH-ACC-BKT-AX-IL | Install the Access Point on a 9/16 in. Wide Ceiling Using AH-ACC-BKT-AX-IL Accessory |
| T-bar (Flat) 9/16 in. and 15/16 in. width | For 9/16 in. wide T-bars with protruded ceiling tiles, add
AH-ACC-BKT-916-KIT. The AP305C/CX access points can be directly attached to the AH-ACC-BKT-916-KIT and do not require a AH-ACC-BKT-AX-TB bracket. |
AH-ACC-BKT-AX-TB with AH-ACC-BKT-916-KIT | Install the Access Point on a 9/16 in. Wide Ceiling Rail Using AH-ACC-BKT-AX-TB Accessory and AH-ACC-BKT-916-KIT Adapter |
| For 15/16 in. wide T-bars with protruded ceiling tiles, add
ACC-BKT-TB-NF. The AP305C/CX access points can be directly attached to the ACC-BKT-TB-NF and do not require a AH-ACC-BKT-AX-TB bracket. |
AH-ACC-BKT-AX-TB with ACC-BKT-TB-NF | Install the Access Point on a 15/16 in. Wide Ceiling Rail Using AH-ACC-BKT-AX-TB Accessory and ACC-BKT-TB-NF Adapter | |
| Flat T-bar | 1.5 inch wide T-bars with varying thickness from 3.175 mm to 6.350 mm, with flush ceiling tiles | ACC-BKT-AX-TBW | Install the Access Point on a T-Bar Using ACC-BKT-AX-TBW Accessory |
* = Armstrong Ceiling Solutions name
Note
The AP305C/CX access points come with in-built clips on the back of the access point. The in-built clips attach to the AH-ACC-BKT-916-KIT and the ACC-BKT-TB-NF bracket. For AP305C/CX installation details, refer to the following topics:For complete installation procedures and access point information, refer to the ExtremeWireless™ AP305C/CX Access Points Installation Guide.
Note
For all other access points, AH-ACC-BKT-AX-TB bracket is used with either AH-ACC-BKT-916-KIT for 9/16 installations or the ACC-BKT-TB-NF bracket for 15/16 installations.| Beam Mount | ||
|---|---|---|
| Installation scenario | Accessory used | Installation information |
| Up to 0.78 in. thick beam | ACC-BKT-AX-BEAM | Install the Access Point on a Beam Using ACC-BKT-AX-BEAM Accessory |
| Concrete Wall Mount | ||
|---|---|---|
| Installation scenario | Accessory used | Installation information |
| The mount for an existing WiNG 37201 metal bracket | ACC-BKT-AX-WNGADAPT | Install an Indoor Access Point on a Concrete Wall Using WNGADAPT Bracket on an Existing 37201 Metal Bracket |
| Outdoor Flat Surface Mount | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Installation scenario | Supported access point | Accessory used | Installation information |
| Vertical or horizontal outdoor flat surface |
|
AH-ACC-BKT-ASM | Install the Access Point on a Flat Surface Using AH-ACC-BKT-ASM Accessory The access point is parallel to the mounting surface. |
| Outdoor wall or pole for the AP460C, AP460S6C, AP460S12C |
|
ACC-MBO-KT-AX adapter with KT-147407-02 bracket parts for up to a 15-degree tilt. | Install the Access Point on a Wall Using ACC-MBO-KT-AX Adapter and KT-147407-02 Bracket Parts Provides a 15-degree tilt capability. |
|
ACC-MBO-KT-AX adapter with KT-147407-02 bracket wall parts, and KT-150173-01 extension arm for a 7-degree tilt and a 12-inch extension. | Install the Access Point on a Wall Using ACC-MBO-KT-AX Adapter, KT-147407-02 Bracket Wall Parts, and KT-150173-01 Extension Arm | |
|
ACC-MBO-KT-AX adapter with MBO-ART03 articulating mounting bracket for 2-axis angle adjustment and a variable length extension. | Install the Access Point on a Wall Using ACC-MBO-KT-AX Adapter and MBO-ART03 Articulating Mounting Bracket | |
|
ACC-MBO-KT-AX adapter with MBO-ART02 articulating mounting bracket. Note:
The MBO-ART02 wall mount bracket is End of Sale (EOS) as of January, 2023. It is replaced by the MBO-ART03 bracket. |
Install the Access Point on a Wall Using ACC-MBO-KT-AX Adapter and MBO-ART02 Articulating Mounting Bracket | |
| Outdoor Pole Mount | ||
|---|---|---|
| Installation scenario | Accessory used | Installation information |
| Vertical or horizontal 3 in. to 7 in. diameter pole | Two AH-ACC-STRP-MRN | Install the Access Point on a Pole Using AH-ACC-STRP-MRN Accessory |
Outdoor pole
for the following APs:
|
ACC-MBO-KT-AX adapter with KT-147407-02 bracket parts for up to a 15-degree tilt. | Install the Access Point on a Pole Using ACC-MBO-KT-AX Adapter and KT-147407-02 Bracket Parts |
| ACC-MBO-KT-AX adapter with KT-147407-02 bracket parts, and KT-150173-01
extension arm for up to a 15-degree tilt and a 12-inch extension. Note:
The ACC-MBO-KT-AX adaptor is only used with the AP460C,AP460S6C, and AP460S12C. |
Install the Access Point on a Pole Using ACC-MBO-KT-AX Adapter, KT-147407-02 Bracket Parts, and KT-150173-01 Extension Arm | |
| WS-MBO-POLE01 and MBO-ART02 Accessories Note:
The MBO-ART02 wall mount bracket is End of Sale (EOS) as of January, 2023. It is replaced by the MBO-ART03 bracket. The WS-MBO-POLE01 bracket is End of Sale (EOS) as of January, 2023. |
Install the Access Point on a Pole Using the WS-MBO-POLE01 and MBO-ART02 Accessories | |
| MBO-ART03 Bracket with the KT-147407-02 Pole Part for a 2-axis angle adjustment and a variable length extension. | Install the Access Point on a Pole with the MBO-ART03 and KT-147407-02 Brackets | |