Allied Telesis BRKT-J22 Wall Mount Kit for Switches Installation Guide

June 9, 2024
Allied Telesis

Allied Telesis BRKT-J22 Wall Mount Kit for Switches

Preface

This document contains the installation instructions for the BRKT-J22 wall mount kit. These wall mount brackets are used to install an Allied Telesis switch to a wall

The Preface contains the following sections:

  • “Safety Symbols Used in this Document” on page 6
  • “Contacting Allied Telesis” on page 7

Safety Symbols Used in this Document

  • This document uses the following conventions:
  • Notes provide additional information.
  • Cautions inform you that performing or omitting a specific action M,may result in equipment damage or loss of data.
  • Warnings inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in bodily injury.

Contacting Allied Telesis

If you need assistance with this product, you may contact Allied Telesis technical support by going to the Services & Support section of the Allied Telesis website at www.alliedtelesis.com/support. You can find links for the following resources on this page:

  • Helpdesk (Support Portal) – Log onto Allied Telesis interactive support center to search for answers to your questions in our knowledge database, check support tickets, learn about Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs), and contact Allied Telesis technical experts.
  • Software Downloads – Download the latest software releases for your product.
  • Licensing – Register and obtain your License key to activate your product.
  • Product Documents – View the most recent installation guides, user guides, software release notes, white papers and data sheets for your product.
  • Warranty – View a list of products to see if Allied Telesis warranty applies to the product you purchased and register your warranty.
  • Allied Telesis Helpdesk – Contact a support representative

Installation Using the BRKT-J22 Kit

This chapter explains the procedures how to install a switch on a wall using the BRKT-J22 wall mount kit. It contains the following sections:

  • “Introduction” on page 10
  • “Unpacking the BRKT-J22 Wall Mount Kit” on page 12
  • “Installing a Switch Using the BRKT-J22 Wall Mount Kit” on page 13

Introduction

The BRKT-J22 wall mount kit allows you to install a switch to a wall. Here is a list of guidelines for installing a switch on a wall using the BRKT-J22 wall mount kit.

  • See the Installation Guide of your switch to find out if your switch should be installed to a wall using the BRKT-J22 wall mount kit.
  • The height of the switch must be from 44 mm (1.7 in) up to 46 mm (1.8 in).
  • If rubber feet are attached to the switch, remove them.
  • Review the safety precautions listed in the Installation Guide of your switch before installing the switch.
  • Apply the BRKT-J22 brackets to the switch
  • See the Installation Guide of your switch for approved installation orientations of the switchAllied Telesis BRKT-J22 Wall Mount Kit for Switches - 1

Shows a wrong orientation of the BRKT-J22 brackets to a switch. When you install a switch horizontally, the brackets must be on the sides of the switch, instead of the top and bottom.

Unpacking the BRKT-J22 Wall Mount Kit

  • Remove all components from the shipping package
  • Verify that four brackets are included in your wall mount package listed 
  • If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance

Installing a Switch Using the BRKT-J22 Wall Mount Kit
This section shows you steps to install a switch on a wall using the BRKT-J22 brackets.

What to Prepare

Before installing a switch on a wall, make sure that the following items are ready.

  • One switch
  • One BRKT-J22 wall mount kit
  • Eight 4mm x 32mm wood screws for wall mounting (not included)
  • Eight plastic anchors for the wood screws (not included)
  • Phillips-head screwdriver
  • Pencil
  • Drill

Installing a Switch with the Front Panel Facing Sideways

To install the switch on a wall with the front panel facing sideways, perform the following procedure:

  • Review the Safety Precautions in the installation guide of the switch you are installing.
  • If rubber feet were previously attached to the switch, remove them
  • Allied Telesis BRKT-J22 Wall Mount Kit for Switches - 4Orient two brackets against the side of the switch.
  • Have another person hold the switch with the brackets at the location where the switch is to be installed, while you use a pencil to mark the wall at the locations of the four holes in the brackets. See Figure 4.
  • Pre-drill the marked locations on the wall marked
  • Install the four plastic anchors into the wall in the holes.
  • Position two brackets on the wall and screw the screws through the holes to attach the brackets on the wall. 
  • Make sure that the two brackets are installed securely.
  • Slide the switch into the brackets on the wall Allied Telesis BRKT-J22 Wall Mount Kit for Switches - 7
  • Position the two brackets on top of the switch and use a pencil to mark the wall with the locations of the four holes in the brackets. 
  •  Remove the two brackets from the top of the switch.
  •  Pre-drill the marked locations on the wall at the locations marked
  •  Install the four plastic anchors into the holes of the wall.
  • Place the two brackets back on the top of the switch and screw thescrews through the holes to attach the brackets on the wall. 

Installing a Switch Horizontally

  • To install the switch on a wall horizontally, install the brackets to support the switch from the sides Allied Telesis BRKT-J22 Wall Mount Kit for Switches - 10
  • To install the switch on a wall horizontally, perform the following procedure:
  • Review the Safety Precautions in the installation guide of the switch you are installing.
  • If the rubber feet were previously attached to the switch, remove them as shown in Figure 3 on page 13.
  • Orient the brackets against the bottom sides of the switch.
  • Have another person hold the switch with the brackets at the location where the switch is to be installed, while you use a pencil to mark the wall at the locations of the holes in the two brackets.
  • Pre-drill the marked locations on the wall marked in Step 4.
  • Install the plastic anchors into the wall in the holes for the two bottom side brackets.
  • Position brackets on the wall and screw the screws through the holes to attach the bottom brackets on the wall.
  • Make sure that the two brackets are installed securely.
  • Slide the switch into the brackets on the wall.
  • Position the two brackets on top sides of the switch and use a pencil to mark the wall with the locations of the four holes in the brackets.
  • Remove the two brackets from the top of the switch.
  • Pre-drill the marked locations on the wall at the locations marked in Step 10.
  • Install the plastic anchors into the wall in the holes for the two top side brackets.
  •  Place the two brackets back on the top sides of the switch and screw the screws through the holes to attach the brackets on the wall.

Specifications

Physical SpecificationsAllied Telesis BRKT-J22 Wall Mount Kit for
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Documents / Resources

| Allied Telesis BRKT-J22 Wall Mount Kit for Switches [pdf] Installation Guide
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