Discrete access point mounting system
First Claim
1. A discrete access point mounting system comprising:
- (a) a first means for mounting a connector receptacle to a wall or other mounting surface, said first means having at least one receptacle opening and at least one wall mounting feature;
(b) a second means for mounting a connector jack, said second means having a jack opening and operatively connected to said first means via at least one interconnection means; and
(c) a third means for storing at least one connector cable, cord or line proximate said first means and said second means.
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Abstract
A discrete access point mounting system is provided that is configured to be mounted to a wall or other like mounting surface. The discrete access point mounting system provides for the consolidation of one or more receptacle connections behind a single mounting plate to enhance the functionality and aesthetic appearance of access points. Moreover, the system enhances the protection of cable from a connector jack to one or more receptacles from damage and contamination. The discrete access point mounting system includes a surface mounting plate suitable for being mounted or connected to a wall or other like mounting surface. The surface mounting plate defines a frame having at least one receptacle opening suitable for mounting at least one connector receptacle and further including at least one wall mounting feature. The wall mounting feature supports the weight of the discrete access point mounting system, the weight of an access point, or a combination thereof. A jack mounting plate is operatively connected to the surface mounting plate and defines a frame having a jack opening suitable for mounting at least one connector jack. The area between the surface mounting plate and the jack mounting plate defines a cord storage area suitable for storing a length of cord connecting a connector jack and at least one connector receptacle.
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30 Claims
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1. A discrete access point mounting system comprising:
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(a) a first means for mounting a connector receptacle to a wall or other mounting surface, said first means having at least one receptacle opening and at least one wall mounting feature;
(b) a second means for mounting a connector jack, said second means having a jack opening and operatively connected to said first means via at least one interconnection means; and
(c) a third means for storing at least one connector cable, cord or line proximate said first means and said second means. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16)
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17. A discrete access point mounting system comprising:
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(a) a surface mounting plate for mounting the system to a wall or other mounting surface, said surface mounting plate defining at least one receptacle opening and having at least one wall mounting feature;
(b) a jack mounting plate for mounting a connector jack, said jack mounting plate defining a jack opening and being connected to said surface mounting plate via at least one wall, post, pillar or column; and
(c) a cord storage area for storing a length of connector cable, cord or line between said surface mounting plate and said jack mounting plate. - View Dependent Claims (18, 19, 20, 21)
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22. A method comprising:
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providing a discrete access point mounting system for mounting a connector jack and at least one connector receptacle connected by at least one cable, said discrete access point mounting system having means for storing said cable to minimize damage and contamination;
mounting said discrete access point mounting system to a wall or other mounting surface so as to consolidate and facilitate access point functions; and
connecting one or more devices to said at least one connector receptacle to effectuate one or more communication transmission media, one or more power transmission media, or a combination of power and communication transmission medium via a streamlined and aesthetically appealing access point.
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23. An access point mounting apparatus, comprising:
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(a) a jack mounting plate;
(b) at least one element outwardly extending from said jack mounting plate; and
(c) at least two spaced mounting members extending outwardly relative to the jack mounting plate;
wherein the jack mounting plate defines an opening for passage of transmission media;
wherein the at least two spaced mounting members are configured to cooperate with corresponding structures on an access point for mounting the access point relative to the jack mounting plate; and
wherein the jack mounting plate and the at least one outwardly extending element define a storage region for receipt of cordage associated with the mounted access point. - View Dependent Claims (24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30)
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Specification