Cisco Catalyst IW9167I - Grounding the Access Point

Grounding the Access Point
In all installations, after mounting the access point, you must properly ground the unit before connecting
power cables.
This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the
absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriateelectrical inspection authority
or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available. Statement 1024
Warning
Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074
Warning
The access point is shipped with a grounding kit.
Figure 28: Access Point Grounding Kit Contents
Screws x 2, M4 x 6mm2Grounding lug1
The grounding kit also includes the oxide inhibitor, which is contained in a tube.
Note
To ground the access point:
Step 1 Use a crimping tool to crimp a 6-AWG ground wire (not included in the grounding kit) to the ground lug.
Cisco Catalyst IW9167I Heavy Duty Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
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Installation Overview
Grounding the Access Point