Detailed Specifications
HPE R3J17A - AP-MNT-C Suspended Ceiling Rail Mount Kit
Overview
The HPE R3J17A is a ceiling-mount accessory engineered for indoor campus wireless deployments. When you're installing indoor access points (e.g., from the Aruba line) in a suspended-ceiling environment where the T-bar grid uses flat 9/16″ rails, this bracket kit gives you vendor-approved fit and mounting hardware. It supports mounting the access point flush to the tile/deck, ensures the rail engagement matches the ceiling grid profile, and provides consistent installation across many units×important when deploying dozens or hundreds of APs in schools, offices or signage environments.It's intended for building-wide WiFi deployments where both mechanical reliability and aesthetics matter: correct fit on the rail avoids sagging or misalignment, maintains antenna orientation, and keeps the ceiling visually clean.
Key Features
Designed for flat 9/16″ (≈ 14.3 mm) suspended-ceiling grid rails (Type C rail profile) × ensures proper mechanical fit.
Vendor-certified bracket kit for Aruba indoor campus APs × helps standardise mounting and maintain support footprint.
Slim profile aligns AP flush with ceiling tile surface × good for wireless coverage, aesthetics and service access.
Reduces installation variation across APs × simplifies structured-cable rollout, maintenance and auditing.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|
| Brand | HPE (Aruba Networking) |
| Part Number | R3J17A |
| Product Type | Mount-Bracket Kit (Accessory) |
| Key Spec - Mount Rail Profile | Flat 9/16″ suspended-ceiling T-bar (Type C) |
| Key Spec - Use Case | Indoor campus access-point mounting to drop-ceiling grids |
| Key Spec - Compatible Devices | Aruba indoor campus APs (models list includes AP-504, AP-505, AP-514, AP-515, AP-534, AP-535) |
| Dimensions & Weight | Accessory bracket hardware only; exact dimensions depend on ceiling mount hardware |
| Warranty | Standard accessory warranty (see regional support policy) |
