Cisco RV160W  Router Quick Start Guide 3
 
Guidelines for Mounting the Router on a Wall
When choosing a location for mounting the router on a wall, consider cable 
limitations and wall structure.
• Mount the router with the front panel facing upward. Make sure to mount 
the router low enough so that you can see the LEDs.
• Make sure that the power supply rests on a horizontal surface such as 
the floor or a table. If the power supply is not supported, the strain on 
the power adapter cable could cause it to disconnect from the router.
• Do not install the router or its power supply next to a heat source of any 
kind, including heating vents.
You can mount the router on a hollow wall or a wall stud. To mount the 
router, follow these steps:
STEP 1 Position the router on the wall to determine where to attach the two 
mounting screws. Drill two pilot holes at approximately 109 mm 
apart.
STEP 2 Insert a screw into each hole, leaving a gap between the surface 
and the base of the screw head of 1 to 1.2 mm.
STEP 3 Place the router wall-mount slots over the screws and slide the 
router down until the screws fit snugly into the wall-mount slots.
WARNING Insecure mounting might damage the router or cause injury. 
Cisco is not responsible for damages incurred due to insecure 
wall-mounting.
WARNING For safety reasons, please ensure that the heat dissipation 
holes are facing sideways.