Installation Guide

IBR Installation Guide
Page 20 of 32 Doc # 770-00001-3
Aug. 30, 2013
6.2 Safety Considerations
o Ensure that grounding is in accordance with local codes.
o Use lifting methods and/or equipment that are appropriate for the location; e.g., pole
climbing equipment, ladder, power lift.
o Note the locations of other equipment, power lines, vehicle traffic, and other
potential safety hazards at the installation site.
6.3 Mounting IBR
IBR must be mounted on a suitable bracket that will hold IBR securely under all
environmental conditions. The base of IBR has four mounting posts for mounting bolts set in
a square pattern. Operators have the option to use a mounting bracket purchased from
Fastback Networks or to create custom mounting solutions.
Fastback offers two mounting bracket options, an articulating bracket and a fixed, or non-
articulating, bracket, each of which can be mounted either on a wall or a pole. Guides for
installing these brackets are shown below. Appendix A contains additional descriptions and
images of the mounting brackets that are available from Fastback Networks.
6.3.1 Mounting Location - Choosing the best possible mounting location for IBR is important for
safety, security, and link performance.
o Install IBR in a location where access is restricted to authorized service personnel.
o For best performance, IBR should be mounted so that it is within + five degrees of
level (horizontal plane) and + five degrees of plumb (vertical plane).
o Select a location that is near to IBR’s required interconnect point and PoE
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source;
o Avoid areas that are subject to vibration, heat, RF emissions, or other such
disturbances from nearby equipment;
o Locate and orient IBR as near as possible to obtain line-of-sight to the distant IBR;
o Avoid locations that might present hazards to installation or maintenance crews.
6.3.2 Fastback Networks’ Articulating Bracket - The articulating bracket has the advantage that it
can be rotated in both horizontal and vertical planes, even when affixed to a wall. The
diagram below is a guide for assembling the articulating mount and attaching it to IBR.