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Mounting the Access Point/Bridge

Mounting the Access Point/Bridge
Typically, the access point/bridge is installed on a rooftop, mast, tower, wall, or a suitable flat surface.
Each of these installations requires a different approach. This document provides a mounting overview.
For detailed mounting instructions, refer to the mounting instructions that shipped with your unit.
The access point/bridge is available in two configurations:
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Personnel installing the access point/bridge must understand wireless techniques, antenna mounting and
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adjustment, and grounding methods.
To meet regulatory restrictions, the external antenna access point/bridge unit and the external antenna
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must be professionally installed. The network administration or other IT professional responsible for
installing and configuring the unit is a suitable professional installer. Following installation, access to the
unit should be password-protected by the network administrator to maintain regulatory compliance.
The following warning applies to outdoor and vehicle installations:
Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.
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Statement 1030

Mounting Hardware

The access point/bridge supports the following optional mounting kits:
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Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Wireless Outdoor Access Point/Bridge Hardware Installation Guide
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Integrated antenna access point/bridge (with 13-dBi)
External antenna access point/bridge (with two antenna connectors for use with a single antenna or
dual diversity antennas)
The roof mount kit (for indoor or outdoor use) contains these items:
One roof-wall mount
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Two dual-coax cables [20 ft (6.1 m) and 50 ft (15.2 m)]
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Multi-function mount (consisting of a access point/bridge bracket and a mast bracket)
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Two tower clamps (U-bolts) with four nuts and washers
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Four bolts and washers for securing the access point/bridge bracket to the mast bracket
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– Four bolts for securing the access point/bridge bracket to the unit
– Grounding block and mounting screws
– Ground lug for the access point/bridge, two hex nuts, and two washers
Weatherproofing kit (consisting of Coax Seal and electrical joint compound)
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The wall mount kit (for indoor use) contains these items:
Wall mount bracket with 4 mounting bolts and washers
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Two sub-mini RG-59 cables (12 in or 30.5 cm)
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Chapter 3 Mounting Overview
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