Abstract: Systems and related accessing methods for remote unit assemblies for distributed communications systems are provided. A support member (e.g., a support plate) is arranged to be mounted in a drop ceiling grid, and a pivotally mounted pivot arm arranged above the support plate is configured to receive at least one electronic component. The pivot arm allows the electronic component to pivot downwardly from a ceiling structure for easier access. A slow release mechanism is configured to reduce a rate of pivotal motion of the pivot arm. A retention mechanism selectively retains the electronic component in a substantially horizontal position proximate to the support plate. A vented antenna cover below the support plate is pivotally mounted to the electronic component with at least one pivotal link, and may include an integrated antenna.

Abstract: Systems and related accessing methods for remote unit assemblies for distributed communications systems are provided. A support member (e.g., a support plate) is arranged to be mounted in a drop ceiling grid, and a pivotally mounted pivot arm arranged above the support plate is configured to receive at least one electronic component. The pivot arm allows the electronic component to pivot downwardly from a ceiling structure for easier access. A slow release mechanism is configured to reduce a rate of pivotal motion of the pivot arm. A retention mechanism selectively retains the electronic component in a substantially horizontal position proximate to the support plate. A vented antenna cover below the support plate is pivotally mounted to the electronic component with at least one pivotal link, and may include an integrated antenna.

Abstract: A fan module is removable from an electronic component by opening a hinged door of the component and removing the fan module from the door. The fan module is removably received within a slot or recess in the door, and is installed or de-installed in a direction non-coincident with the pivotal motion of the door. Removal of the fan module prior to pivotal movement of the door is prevented with a screw mechanism and/or an interlock tab associated with a retractable handle provided in a recess along a top surface of the fan module.