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title: "Vicon Valkyrie handling, connection and mounting points"
canonical: "https://help.vicon.com/space/Valkyrie/1766243/Vicon%C2%A0Valkyrie%20handling%2C%20connection%20and%20mounting%20points"
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These topics describe the Ethernet port that connects Valkyrie cameras to an Ethernet switch, and the options for mounting a Valkyrie camera.

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## Valkyrie grip point

Your Valkyrie camera has a grip point that enables you to pick it up and carry it without risking damage to the lens.

![image](media://dcff7f0f-6401-4459-b65f-d45a07d3b5ca)

> ⚠️ **Caution**  
> ⚠️ Do not pick up or carry the camera by the lens. Use the grip point at the top of the camera to pick up your Valkyrie camera.

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## Valkyrie Ethernet connection

The following image shows the camera connection on the rear panel of a Vicon Valkyrie camera for connecting to an Ethernet switch.

![image](media://0cd0c6e9-953c-403a-9d30-23dbce1b8008)

The following single connection point is on the rear panel:

- Gigabit Ethernet port  
RJ45 socket. Held in the housing mechanism and protected by an IP65 cable cap, a Vicon-supplied Cat 6 RJ45 Ethernet cable connects the Vicon Valkyrie camera to an Ethernet switch. The cable carries power, all data communications and sync.

> ⚠️ **Caution**  
> ⚠️ To ensure Valkyrie cameras remain IP65-rated, if you remove the IP65 cable cap that protects the connection between the Ethernet cable and the camera, always replace it correctly. For instructions, see [Remove and replace IP65 cable cap](https://vicon-help.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/Valkyrie/pages/1756311) in the *Vicon Valkyrie Quick Start Guide*.

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## Valkyrie mounting options

Both the underside and the top of the camera body contain mounting points, which have ¼" 20 UNC threaded holes. These are designed to match the common thread found on most tripod and wall mount fixing screws.

![image](media://25426552-6ffe-451a-b46a-755ed5fe2c24)

> ❌ **Warning**  
> ❌ For safety and optimum performance, Vicon recommends that you use only stable tripods and wall mounts. For recommendations, contact your local Vicon office.

If you need to climb a ladder to mount your camera, always use a carry strap. For advice on this, contact [Vicon Support](mailto:support@vicon.com).