Installation Instructions

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Mounting the Antenna on a Wall

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To mount the antenna on a wall, follow these steps:

Step 1 Choose a location for mounting.

Step 2 If an extension coaxial cable is used, connect it to the access point and extend the coaxial cable to the location for mounting the antenna.

Step 3 Attach the antenna to the molded antenna mount using the four provided 8-32 nylon lock nuts.

Step 4 Attach the antenna mount to the articulating arm (all mounting hardware is provided):

a.Place a 1/4-in. lock washer, then a 1/4-in. flat washer on a 1/4-20 x 1-1/4-in. machine screw.

b.Insert the screw and washers, first through the molded antenna mount, then the articulating arm.

c.Secure the articulating arm to the molded antenna mount using a 1/4-20 hex nut.

Step 5 Find the molded wall mount and position it on the mounting surface. Use a pencil to mark the location of the mounting holes. There are four holes for wall-mounting, one in each corner.

Step 6 Using a 3/16-in. (4.7 mm) drill bit, drill holes for the screws at the locations you marked in Step 5.

Step 7 Route the cable either up or down from the wall or corner.

Step 8 Install a wall anchor in each hole.

Step 9 Line up the mounting holes on the molded wall mount with the pilot holes and start one of the provided 8-18 x 3/4-in. self-tapping Phillips screws in each hole.

Step 10 Tighten the screws with a Philips screwdriver.

Step 11 Attach the articulating arm to the molded wall mount (all hardware is provided):

a.Place a 1/4-in. lock washer, then a 1/4-in. flat washer on a 1/4-20 x 1-1/4-in. machine screw.

b.Insert the screw and washers, first through the molded wall mount, then the articulating arm.

c.Secure the articulating arm to the molded wall mount using a 1/4-20 hex nut.

Cisco Multiband Wall-Mount Antenna (AIR-ANTM5560P-R)

 

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Cisco Systems AIR-ANTM5560P-R warranty Mounting the Antenna on a Wall

AIR-ANTM5560P-R specifications

The Cisco Systems AIR-ANTM5560P-R is a robust and versatile antenna designed specifically for use with Cisco wireless access points. It is engineered to enhance the performance and coverage of wireless networks, particularly in challenging environments requiring robust connectivity solutions. This antenna operates within the 5GHz frequency band and is ideal for applications in enterprise-level environments, including offices, industrial sites, and educational institutions.

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