Mounting Access Point On A Desktop Or Shelf - Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Hardware Installation Manual

Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point
Adjust the height of the T-bar box hanger to provide antenna clearance above the ceiling tile using the
Step 5
height adjusting screws (refer to
Attach the T-rail clips on each end of the T-bar box hanger to the ceiling grid T-rails. Make sure the clips
Step 6
are securely attached to the T-rails.
Connect a drop wire to a building structural element and through the hole provided in the bracket
Step 7
mounting clip. This additional support is required in order to comply with the U.S. National Electrical
Safety Code.
Attach the access point to the access point mounting plate (refer to the
Step 8
the Mounting Plate"
Step 9 Connect the Ethernet cables to the access point.
If you need additional security, you can secure the access point to a nearby immovable object using a
Step 10
Kensington lock and security cable.
Verify that the access point is operating before replacing the ceiling tile.
Step 11

Mounting Access Point on a Desktop or Shelf

When placing the access point on a desktop of shelf, the use of the mounting plate is optional. The
mounting plate can be used to shield the user from the hot bottom surface of the access point when
movement of the access point may be necessary. The access point is shipped with four rubber pads that
you can place on the bottom of the access point or the mounting plate to help prevent sliding or
scratching the surface of your desktop or shelf. For information on connecting the access point cables,
see the
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