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Mounting an AP Directly into the Tile Using Optional AIR-AP-BRACKET-3
Many hospitals and other carpeted Enterprise environments prefer a more streamlined look and wish to
install the AP directly into the tile. This can be done using the optional Cisco AIR-AP-BRACKET-3
(Figure
When using this bracket, the "beauty ring" is used as the template to cut the tile which can be cut using
a carpet knife or electric tool such as a rotary cutting tool, e.g., Dremel™ or Rotozip™. Cisco does not
offer custom cut tiles as there are simply too many different styles and the tiles are easy to cut.
The AP is fully supported above the tile with a metal rail that extends the length of the tile. This supports
the AP should the tile become wet or otherwise fail. A mechanical set screw pulls the AP tight to the
ceiling and locks it into the bracket. Additionally, physical security of the AP can be maintained by the
use of a Kensington style lock, but once installed it is difficult to remove the AP without removing the
tile as the AP will not slide out from the front side of the tile.
AIR-CHNL-ADAPTER (left) Slides onto the Rails
AIR-CHNL-ADAPTER Mounted to Rail Clip (left) and Finished Installation (right)
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Cisco Aironet Series 1600/2600/3600 Access Point Deployment Guide, Release 7.5
Access Point Physical Hardware and Mounting Options
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