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Mount an AP32 Access Point

This topic provides the various mounting options for the AP32. You can mount the AP on a wall, ceiling or junction box. The AP ships with a universal mounting bracket that you can use for all mounting options. To mount the AP on a ceiling, you'll need to order an additional adapter based on the type of ceiling.

Note:

We recommend that you claim your AP before you mount it. The claim code is located on the rear of the AP and it might be difficult to access the claim code after you mount the AP. For information about claiming an AP, see Claim a Juniper Access Point.

Supported Mounting Brackets for AP32

Table 1 lists the brackets available for the AP32.

Table 1: Mounting Brackets for AP32
Part Number Description
Mounting Brackets
APBR-U

Universal bracket for T-bar and drywall mounting
APBR-T58 Bracket for mounting the AP on a 5/8-in. threaded rod
APBR-M16 Bracket for mounting the AP on a 16-mm threaded rod
Bracket Adapters
APBR-ADP-CR9 Bracket adapter for mounting the AP on a recessed 9/16-in. T-bar or channel rail
APBR-ADP-RT15 Bracket adapter for mounting the AP on a recessed 15/16-in. T-bar
APBR-ADP-WS15 Bracket adapter for mounting the AP on a recessed 1.5-in. T-bar
APBR-AP-T12 Bracket adapter for mounting the AP on a 1/2-in. threaded rod
Note:

Juniper APs ship with the universal bracket APBR-U. If you need other brackets, you must order them separately.

Universal Mounting Bracket (APBR-U) for Juniper Access Points

You use the universal mounting bracket APBR-U for all types of mounting options—for example, on a wall, a ceiling, or a junction box. Figure 1 shows the APBR-U. You'll need to use the numbered holes to insert screws when mounting the AP on a junction box. The numbered holes that you use vary based on the type of junction box.

Figure 1: Universal Mounting Bracket (APBR-U) for Juniper Access Points Technical diagram with numbered labels 1 to 4 showing components and layout of an assembly in line-art style.

If you're mounting the AP on a wall, use screws with the following specifications:

  • Diameter of the screw head: ¼ in. (6.3 mm)

  • Length: At least 2 in. (50.8 mm)

The following table lists the bracket holes that you need to use for specific mounting options.

Hole Number Mounting Option
1

  • US single-gang junction box

  • 3.5 in. round junction box

  • 4 in. round junction box
2

  • US double-gang junction box

  • Wall

  • Ceiling
3

  • US 4-in. square junction box
4

  • EU junction box

This is the new Mist BR-U bracket that works for all our indoor APs. We'll ship with the shoulder screws already installed, so attached to the BR-U bracket as follows. You will note a strong click when the locking lever engages. To remove, you need to gently push the lever out of the way and slide the AP back out.

Mount an Access Point on a Single-Gang or 3.5-Inch or 4-Inch Round Junction Box

You can mount an access point (AP) on a US single-gang or a 3.5-in. or 4-in. round junction box by using the universal mounting bracket (APBR-U) that we ship along with the AP. To mount an AP on a single-gang junction box:
  1. Attach the mounting bracket to the single-gang junction box by using two screws. Ensure that you insert the screws in the holes marked 1 as shown in Figure 2.
    Figure 2: Attach the APBR-U Mounting Bracket to the Single-Gang Junction Box Installation diagram of wall-mounted Ethernet cable connection, showing front cable plug-in and back mounting bracket with numbered assembly steps.
  2. Extend the Ethernet cable through the bracket.
  3. Position the AP such that the shoulder screws on the AP engage with the keyholes of the mounting bracket. Slide and lock the AP in place.
    Figure 3: Mount the AP on the Single-Gang Junction Box Juniper wireless access point being mounted onto a wall bracket with Mist AI.

This is a US single gang box and it attaches as shown here. And the AP would be installed normally.

This is a US 3 and 1/2 inch round and the BR-U attaches as shown here. And the AP would be installed normally. This is a US 4-inch round and the BR-U attaches as shown here. And the AP would be installed normally.

Mount an Access Point on a Double-Gang Junction Box

You can mount an access point (AP) on a double-gang junction box by using the universal mounting bracket (APBR-U) that we ship along with the AP. To mount an AP on a double-gang junction box:
  1. Attach the mounting bracket to the double-gang junction box by using four screws. Ensure that you insert the screws in the holes marked 2 as shown in Figure 4.
    Figure 4: Attach the APBR-U Mounting Bracket to the Double-Gang Junction Box Illustration of assembly instructions showing a cable routed through a panel and screws aligning with holes on a bracket for securing.
  2. Extend the Ethernet cable through the bracket.
  3. Position the AP such that the shoulder screws on the AP engage with the keyholes of the mounting bracket. Slide and lock the AP in place.
    Figure 5: Mount the AP on the Double-Gang Junction Box Mount the AP on the Double-Gang Junction Box

This is a US double gang box, and it attaches as shown here. And the AP would be installed normally

Mount an Access Point on an EU Junction Box

You can mount an access point (AP) on an EU junction box by using the universal mounting bracket (APBR-U) that ships with the AP. To mount an AP on an EU junction box:
  1. Attach the mounting bracket to the EU junction box by using two screws. Ensure that you insert the screws in the holes marked 4 as shown in Figure 6.
    Figure 6: Attach the APBR-U Mounting Bracket to an EU Junction Box Diagram of wall-mounted network cable installation showing Ethernet cable in wall plate and mounting bracket with screws and slots.
  2. Extend the Ethernet cable through the bracket.
  3. Position the AP such that the shoulder screws on the AP engage with the keyholes of the mounting bracket. Slide and lock the AP in place.
    Figure 7: Mount an Access Point on an EU Junction Box Mount an Access Point on an EU Junction Box

Mount an Access Point on a US 4-Inch Square Junction Box

To mount an access point (AP) on a US 4-in. square junction box:
  1. Attach the mounting bracket to the 4-in. square junction box by using two screws. Ensure that you insert the screws in the holes marked 3 as shown in Figure 8.
    Figure 8: Attach the Mounting Bracket (APBR-U) to a US 4-Inch Square Junction Box Assembly diagram for mounting bracket with screws, connector cable, and metal plate with cutouts and slots.
  2. Extend the Ethernet cable through the bracket.
  3. Position the AP such that the shoulder screws on the AP engage with the keyholes of the mounting bracket. Slide and lock the AP in place.
    Figure 9: Mount the AP on a US 4-Inch Square Junction Box Mount the AP on a US 4-Inch Square Junction Box

This is a US 4 inch square mount and attaches as shown here. And the AP would be installed normally.

Mount an Access Point on a 9/16-Inch or 15/16-Inch T-Bar

To mount an access point (AP) on a 9/16-in. or 15/16-in. ceiling T-bar:
  1. Attach the universal mounting bracket (APBR-U) to the T-bar.
    Figure 10: Attach the Mounting Bracket (APBR-U) to a 9/16-in. or 15/16-in. T-Bar Cross-sectional view of a mechanical or electronic component with a top mounting plate and detailed internal parts.
  2. Rotate the bracket until you hear a distinct click, which indicates that the bracket is locked in place.
    Figure 11: Lock the Mounting Bracket (APBR-U) to a 9/16-in. or 15/16-in. T-Bar Diagram showing adjustment of a mechanical component with green arrows indicating rotation direction on a rail system.
  3. Position the AP such that the keyholes of the mounting bracket engage with the shoulder screws on the AP. Slide and lock the AP in place.
    Figure 12: Attach the AP to a 9/16-in. or 15/16-in. T-Bar Device installation process showing upward arrow for attaching to bracket and downward arrow for securing alignment.

You can directly connect to 9/16ths or 15/16ths T-bar by using these flanges and inserting the bracket as shown. You will hear a click when properly installed. To disconnect, please press the clips as shown and remove the AP. The AP would then be hung as shown. Again, to remove the AP, you must gently press the security lever while you slide it out.

Mount an Access Point on a Recessed 15/16-Inch T-Bar

You'll need to use an adapter (ADPR-ADP-RT15) along with the mounting bracket (APBR-U) to mount an access point (AP) on a recessed 15/16-in. ceiling T-bar. You need to order the ADPR-ADP-RT15 adapter separately.
  1. Attach the ADPR-ADP-RT15 adapter to the T-bar.
    Figure 13: Attach the ADPR-ADP-RT15 Adapter to the T-Bar Sliding mechanism illustration with green arrows indicating component insertion direction and black arrows showing sliding motion.
  2. Attach the universal mounting bracket (APBR-U) to the adapter. Rotate the bracket until you hear a distinct click, which indicates that the bracket is locked in place.
    Figure 14: Attach the Mounting Bracket (APBR-U) to the ADPR-ADP-RT15 Adapter Mechanical component adjustment with green arrows indicating rotation direction and horizontal bars showing flow or alignment of cables or pipes.
  3. Position the AP such that the keyholes of the mounting bracket engage with the shoulder screws on the AP. Slide and lock the AP in place.
    Figure 15: Attach the AP to a Recessed 15/16-Inch T-Bar Diagram showing a device with screws and connectors; green arrow indicates downward motion; label g102314.

Mount an Access Point on a Recessed 9/16-Inch T-Bar or Channel Rail

To mount an access point (AP) on a recessed 9/16-in. ceiling T-bar, you'll need to use the ADPR-ADP-CR9 adapter along with the mounting bracket (APBR-U).
  1. Attach the ADPR-ADP-CR9 adapter to the T-bar or channel rail.
    Figure 16: Attach the ADPR-ADP-CR9 Adapter to a Recessed 9/16-Inch T-Bar Technical illustration of a drawer slide mechanism with green arrow indicating movement direction.
    Figure 17: Attach the ADPR-ADP-CR9 Adapter to a Recessed 9/16-Inch Channel Rail Diagram of a sliding mechanism for a server rack, with green arrows showing movement direction for installation or adjustment.
  2. Attach the universal mounting bracket (APBR-U) to the adapter. Rotate the bracket until you hear a distinct click, which indicates that the bracket is locked in place.
    Figure 18: Attach the APBR-U Mounting Bracket to the ADPR-ADP-CR9 Adapter Technical illustration of a switch or connector on a rail system with green arrows indicating rotational movement and flow direction.
  3. Position the AP such that the keyholes of the mounting bracket engage with the shoulder screws on the AP. Slide and lock the AP in place.
    Figure 19: Attach the AP to a Recessed 9/16-in. T-Bar or Channel Rail Diagram of a device with wires passing through, green arrow pointing down, indicating wire flow or alignment. Measurements: 15/16.

For recessed channel ceilings, we use this mount as shown to clip onto the channel. You could then attach the BRU just like you did with the T-bar install shown earlier. To remove it, it's the same process. Sometimes you need to mount to a recessed T-bar and this is the adapter for that, the same theory as the channel adapter.

Mount an Access Point on a 1.5-Inch T-Bar

To mount an access point (AP) on a 1.5-in. ceiling T-bar, you'll need the ADPR-ADP-WS15 adapter. You need to order the adapter separately.
  1. Attach the ADPR-ADP-WS15 adapter to the T-bar.
    Figure 20: Attach the ADPR-ADP-WS15 Adapter to a 1.5-Inch T-Bar Sliding mechanism or rail system for smooth drawer movement with directional arrows indicating assembly.
  2. Attach the universal mounting bracket (APBR-U) to the adapter. Rotate the bracket until you hear a distinct click, which indicates that the bracket is locked in place.
    Figure 21: Attach the APBR-U Mounting Bracket to the ADPR-ADP-WS15 Adapter Diagram showing component installation on a DIN rail with green arrows indicating rotational adjustment.
  3. Position the AP such that the keyholes of the mounting bracket engage with the shoulder screws on the AP. Slide and lock the AP in place.
    Figure 22: Attach the AP to a 1.5-Inch T-Bar Rectangular connector component with corner screws, slots, and connectors, with an arrow indicating downward movement or connection pathway.

Mount an Access Point on a 1/2-Inch Threaded Rod

To mount an access point (AP) on a 1/2-in. threaded rod, you'll need to use the APBR-ADP-T12 bracket adapter and the universal mounting bracket APBR-U.
  1. Attach the APBR-ADP-T12 bracket adapter to the APBR-U mounting bracket. Rotate the bracket until you hear a distinct click, which indicates that the bracket is locked in place.
    Figure 23: Attach the APBR-ADP-T12 Bracket Adapter to the APBR-U Mounting Bracket Mechanical component diagram with green arrows showing rotational adjustment. Labels indicate 1/2-13 thread sizes for bolts.
  2. Secure the adapter to the bracket using a screw.
    Figure 24: Secure the APBR-ADP-T12 Bracket Adapter to the APBR-U Mounting Bracket Technical drawing of a bracket with a screw positioned above, showing its intended fastening path into the bracket.
  3. Attach the bracket assembly (bracket and adapter) to the ½-in. threaded rod by using the lock washer and nut provided
    Figure 25: Attach the APBR-ADP-T12 and APBR-U Bracket Assembly to the ½-Inch Threaded Rod Threaded bolt being inserted into a cylindrical component on a metal bracket with a green arrow indicating insertion direction.
  4. Position the AP such that the shoulder screws on the AP engage with the keyholes of the mounting bracket. Slide and lock the AP in place.
    Figure 26: Mount the AP on a 1/2-in. Threaded Rod Technical diagram of a mechanical component with screws, a central hexagonal nut, and downward green arrow indicating assembly or movement.

Mount an AP32, AP33, AP41, or AP43 Access Point on a 5/8-Inch Threaded Rod

To mount an AP32, AP33, AP41, or AP43 on a 5/8-in. threaded rod, you'll need to use the APBR-T58 mounting bracket that you'll need to order separately.
  1. Attach the APBR-T58 bracket to the threaded rod by using the lock washer and nut provided.
    Figure 27: Attach the APBR-T58 Bracket to a 5/8-in. Threaded Rod Threaded rod insertion into a cylindrical component on a flat plate with green arrow indicating direction.
  2. Attach four shoulder screws to the AP if the AP did not ship with the shoulder screws attached.
  3. Position the AP such that the shoulder screws on the AP align with the keyholes of the mounting bracket. Slide and lock the AP in place.
    Figure 28: Mount an AP32, AP33, AP41, or AP43 on a 5/8-in. Threaded Rod Diagram showing how to mount a device with ports to a plate attached to a structure using screws or clips. Green arrows indicate alignment direction.

This is a different bracket meant to be hung with a 5 eighth inch threaded rod. For EMEA there is a M16 or 16 millimeter version. It attaches as shown.

Mount an AP32, AP33, AP41, or AP43 Access Point on a 16-mm Threaded Rod

To mount an AP32, AP33, AP41, or AP43 on a 16-mm threaded rod, you'll need the APBR-M16 bracket that you'll need to order separately.
  1. Attach the APBR-M16 bracket to the threaded rod by using the lock washer and nut provided.
    Figure 29: Attach the APBR-T58 Bracket to a 16-mm Threaded Rod Threaded rod aligned with nut for insertion into a threaded hole on a slotted flat plate. Arrow indicates insertion direction.
  2. Install four shoulder screws on the AP if the AP did not ship with shoulder screws installed.
  3. Position the AP such that the shoulder screws on the AP engage with the keyholes of the mounting bracket. Slide and lock the AP in place.
    Figure 30: Mount the AP32, AP33, AP41, or AP43 on a 16-mm Threaded Rod Mounting process for a network access point onto a ceiling bracket, showing ports, screw slots, and locking mechanism with green arrows indicating attachment direction.