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Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Lightweight Outdoor Access Point Mounting Instructions
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Mounting the Access Point
Step 4
Cut the cables to length, install F-connectors on the ends, and connect them to the grounding block.
Caution
To prevent damage to the access point or power injector, connect all coax cables from the
power injector to the access point and connect the power jack to the power injector before
applying power.
Note
The grounding block must be connected to the building's grounding electrode system by
14 AWG copper wire or larger.
Step 5
Find the building's grounding electrode system and then connect the access point ground lug to it using
6 AWG copper wire. Use a crimping tool to crimp the wire to the ground lug. For more information about
attaching the ground lug to the access point, see
Step 3
and
Step 4
in the
“Attaching the Housing Bracket
to the Access Point” section on page 28
. See
Figure 11
for the ground lug location.
Caution
To ensure correct installation and grounding, install the access point in compliance with your
local and national electrical codes: National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70, National
Electrical Code (U.S.); Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, CSA 22.1 (Canada); and if local or
national electrical codes are not available, refer to IEC 364, Part I through Part 7 (other
countries).
Note
Local code may require grounding of the rooftop mount.
Step 6
For outdoor locations, weather seal all coaxial connectors by wrapping them with the sealant tape
provided with the installation kit. For more information, see the
“Applying Coax Seal Tape” section on
page 24
.
Tower Mount
A professional installer must install the access point on a tower. A professional installer has skills and
knowledge related to the construction, operation, and installation of electrical equipment and has
received safety training on the hazards involved.
Installing the access point on a tower includes the following subtasks:
1.
Mounting the access point
2.
Routing the cables (normal or lightning protected)
3.
Activating the link
This warning applies to outdoor access point installations.
Warning
Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.
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