Cisco Catalyst IW6300 Series Instruction Manual

Installing the Access Point
This chapter describes how to install the access point.
•Mounting on a Wall or a Pole, on page 1
•Working with the Access Cover, on page 13
•Installing External Antennas, on page 15
•Grounding the Access Point , on page 19
•Using the Reset Button, on page 20
•Powering the Access Point, on page 20
•Performing Maintenance, on page 27
Mounting on a Wall or a Pole
This section provides instructions for the physical installation of your access points. Personnel installing the
access point must understand wireless access points and bridging techniques and grounding methods.
All installation methods for mounting an access point on any wall surface is subject to the acceptance of local
jurisdiction.
Caution
Installation Option
The Cisco Catalyst IW6300 Heavy Duty Series Access Points are installed using the pole mount installation
kit (IOT-ACCPMK), which is used for pole or wall installations.
Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Statement
1030
Warning
Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074
Warning
Refer to these sections for installation details:
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Access Point Mounting Orientation
Cisco Catalyst IW6300 Heavy Duty Series Access Points are only intended to be installed vertically with the
antenna ports facing upwards. If you want the antennas to face down, you should use the Extender Bracket
Kit (IOT-ACCPMK-LB=). Any other mounting orientation will compromise the IP66/67 and type 4X ingress
ratings required for safety and hazardous locations compliance.
The access point is oriented with the system LED pointing down and the access cover facing out. This
positioning allows the LEDs to be visible to someone on the ground below the access point, and the I/O
interfaces are on the bottom to minimize moisture ingress in case ports are not adequately sealed.
Omnidirectional antennas are vertically polarized and should be mounted vertically.
Note
The following figures show the dimension of the access point:
Figure 1: Unit Dimension - Front
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Figure 2: Unit Dimension - Side
Mounting the Access Point on a Wall
The optional pole mount kit contains a mounting bracket for wall mounting. You can use the mounting bracket
as a template to mark the positions of the mounting holes for your installation. You then install the mounting
plate, and attach the access point when you are ready. The following table lists the material that you will need
to provide in addition to the pole mount kit.
Table 1: Material Needed to Mount Access Point to a Vertical Wall
In
Kit
Materials Required
YesGround lug and screws (provided with access point)
NoCrimping tool for ground lug
NoFour M8 or 5/16 in. (31 mm) screws
NoFour wall anchors (specified for wall material)
NoDrill bit for wall anchors
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In
Kit
Materials Required
NoElectric drill and standard screwdriver
No#6-AWG ground wire
NoShielded outdoor-rated Ethernet (CAT5e or better) cable
NoGrounding block
NoGrounding rod
No13-mm box-end wrench or socket set
The mounting surface, attaching screws, and optional wall anchors must be able to support a 50-lb(22.7 kg)
static weight.
Caution
The mounting bracket can be used as a template to mark the screw hole locations. To mount the access point
on a vertical wall, follow these instructions:
Procedure
Step 1 Use the mounting bracket as a template to mark four screw hole locations on your mounting surface. You can
optionally use the individual mounting holes or the mounting slots.
Figure 3: Mounting Bracket Dimension
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Figure 4: Screw Hole Locations on the Mounting Bracket
Hands-free attach point3Mounting slots1
Second support bolt hole4Mounting holes2
Step 2 Use four customer-supplied screws and optional screw anchors to attach the mounting plate to the mounting
surface.
If necessary, use suitable screw anchors and an exterior-grade plywood backboard to mount the
access point to stucco, cement, or drywall.
Note
Step 3 Screw a M8 x16 bolt in the top support bolt hole on each side the access point. Do not screw the bolt all the
way in; leave approximately a 0.25 inch (0.635 cm) space.
Step 4 Position the two bolts on the access point onto the hands-free attach points on each side of the mounting
bracket. Ensure that the access point cover is facing out. Never leave the access point unattended until fully
installed.
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Figure 5: Support Bolt Installation
Second support M8 x16 bolt2Top support M8 x16 bolt1
Step 5 Screw a M8 x16 bolt (with flat and lock washers) into the second bolt hole on each side of the access point.
Step 6 Ensure that the front of the access point is vertical, and tighten the four bolts to 13 to 15 ft lbs (17.6 to 20.3
Nm).
Step 7 When using the Cisco Aironet Dual-Band Omnidirectional Antennas, connect them to the access point.
Hand-tighten the antennas to the access point.
Step 8 Continue with Grounding the Access Point , on page 19 and Powering the Access Point, on page 20.
Mounting the Access Point on a Pole
When installing an access point on a vertical pole, you should use the optional Cisco pole mount kit. The kit
supports metal, wood, or fiberglass poles from 2 to 16 inches in diameter.
Assembling the Pole Clamp Bracket and the Mounting Bracket
The pole mount kit contains several parts that you must assemble prior to mounting on a pole. First you need
to assemble two strap brackets on the pole clamp bracket that are positioned for the pole diameter you are
using to mount the access point. The following figure illustrates the pole diameter indicators and bolt holes
on the pole clamp bracket.
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Figure 6: Pole Clamp Bracket Adjustment Hole Locations
Bolt holes for pole diameters
(11 to 16 inches (27.94 cm to 40.64 cm)
indicated)
2Pole size indicators
• 2 to 6 inches (5.08 cm to 15.24 cm)
• 6 to 11 inches (15.24 cm to 27.94 cm)
• 11 to 16 inches (27.94 cm to 40.64
cm)
1
To assemble the pole clamp bracket, follow these steps:
Procedure
Step 1 Position the strap brackets on the pole clamp bracket for the pole diameter you are using and secure each strap
bracket with two M8 x16 bolts (with lock washers). Tighten the bolts to 13 to 15 ft lbs (17.6 to 20.3 Nm).
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Assembling the Pole Clamp Bracket and the Mounting Bracket

Figure 7: Assembled Pole Clamp Bracket and Strap Brackets
Pole clamp bracket2M8 x1.25x16 bolts (with lock washers)1
Strap bracket (shown positioned for 11 to
16 inch diameter pole)
3
Step 2 Screw the M8 nut onto the pole clamp bracket support bolt, and tighten just enough to prevent the bolt from
falling off.
Step 3 Go to Pole Mounting, on page 8.
Pole Mounting
To mount your access point on a vertical pole, you need to install two metal bands around the pole to support
the access point. This process requires extra tools and material not provided in the pole mount kit (see the
following table).
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Table 2: Materials Needed to Mount Access Point on a Pole
In
Kit
Materials RequiredMounting Method
YesTwo 0.75-in (1.9 cm) stainless steel bandsVertical or streetlight
pole
NoBanding strap tool (BAND IT) (Cisco AIR-BAND-INST-TL=)
YesGround lug (provided with access point)
NoCrimping tool for ground lug, Panduit CT-720 with CD-720-1 die
(http://onlinecatalog.panduit.com)
No#6 AWG ground wire
To mount the access point onto a vertical pole, follow these steps:
Procedure
Step 1 Select a mounting location on the pole to mount the access point. You can attach the access point to any pole
from 2 to 16 inch (5.1 to 40.6 cm) in diameter.
Step 2 For poles larger than 3.5 inch (8.9 cm), mount the pole clamp bracket assembly to a pole using two metal
straps. Following the instructions provided with the banding strap tool (BAND IT) (AIR-BAND-INST-TL=),
loop each metal strap twice through the slots on the strap bracket.
Do not place the metal straps in the large open area between the pole clamp bracket and the strap
brackets because this does not properly secure the access point.
Caution
Figure 8: Clamp Bracket Assembly Mounted on Poles Larger than 3.5 inch (8.9 cm)
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Metal mounting strap3Pole clamp bracket1
Pole4Strap slot in strap bracket2
Step 3 For pole diameters of 3.5 inch (8.9 cm) or less, mount the pole clamp bracket assembly to a pole using two
metal straps looped through the space between the pole clamp bracket and the strap brackets to provide
maximum holding strength for extreme environments. Following the instructions provided with the banding
strap tool (BAND IT) (AIR-BAND-INST-TL=), loop each metal strap twice.
Do not place the metal straps in the large open area between the pole clamp bracket and the strap
brackets because this does not properly secure the access point.
Caution
Step 4 Position the pole clamp bracket on the pole as needed before tightening the metal bands.
When the metal bands are tightened to the full tension, the pole clamp bracket cannot be adjusted
unless the metal bands are cut or disassembled.
Note
Step 5 Tighten the metal bands using the banding strap tool (BAND IT) (Cisco AIR-BAND-INST-TL=) by following
the operating instructions in the box with the tool. Ensure that the metal bands are as tight as possible.
Step 6 Place the mounting bracket onto the pole clamp bracket support bolt.
Step 7 Install four M8 x16 bolts (with flat and lock washers) into the bolt holes.
Step 8 Hand-tighten the bolts and the nut (do not overtighten).
Step 9 Adjust the top edge of the mounting bracket until it is horizontal and tighten the bolts and the flange nut to
13 to 15 ft lbs (17.6 to 20.3 Nm).
Figure 9: Attach the Mount Bracket
Flange nut2M8 x 16 bolts1
Step 10 Screw a M8 x16 bolt (without a flat or lock washer) in the top support bolt hole on each side the access point.
Do not screw the bolt all the way in. Leave a gap of approximately 0.25 inch (0.635 cm).
Step 11 Position the two bolts on the access point onto the hands-free attach point of the mounting bracket.
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