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Calix GigaSpire BLAST u6me Installation Manual

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GigaSpire Mesh BLAST u6me
Installation Guide
January, 2022
Part # 220-01228-10

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  • Page 1 GigaSpire Mesh BLAST u6me Installation Guide January, 2022 Part # 220-01228-10...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Tabletop/Wall Mounting Dimensions ..............21   Tabletop Mounting the BLAST u6me ..............22   Wall Mounting the u6me ..................23   Additional Mounting Considerations ..............24   Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 4 GigaSpire Mesh BLAST u6me Reset Behavior ............. 27   Powering the GigaSpire Mesh BLAST u6me ............30   Connecting to the Internet ..................31   Wall Mount Template ....................32 Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 5: About This Guide

    ALERT! Alert indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause damage to equipment or software, loss of data, or service interruption if not avoided. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 6  Use only the power cord indicated in this manual.  For external power supplies, the external power supply used in this device is to be Class II or a Limited Power Source (LPS) power supply. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 7 Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 8: Chapter 1: Gigaspire Mesh Blast U6Me Overview

    GigaSpire BLAST u4 allows service providers to extend the access network inside the home and establish a strategic location for the delivery and control of broadband services. A USB port is available for other connectivity applications. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 9 Ensuring consumers can achieve ultra-fast Wi-Fi throughout their premises, the u4 provides the latest generation of redundant mesh via the Calix Wi-Fi 6 GigaSpire Mesh BLAST u4m. With the u4 as the hub, and the u4m as the satellite, consumers can truly gain the whole home/smart home experience.
  • Page 10  Selectable forwarding and blocking policies  DMZ hosting  Parental controls, time of day usage  Denial of service (DoS) protection  MAC filtering  Time/Zone support  Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP) Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 11  DiffServ  Pre-defined QoS on service type  LAG of GE ports  MAP-T  IPTV, IGMPv2, future support of IGMPv3:  IGMP Snooping and Proxy Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 12: Device Features

    Hazardous Materials There are no hazardous materials identified for the GigaSpire BLAST u4/u4m. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 13 ●    Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is    ●  connected.  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  ●      FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for  compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.    FCC regulations restrict the operation of this device to indoor use only.    FCC regulations restrict the operation of this device to indoor use only.  The operation of this device is prohibited on oil platforms, cars, trains, boats, and aircraft, except  that operation of this device is permitted in large aircraft while flying above 10,000 feet.    Operation of transmitters in the 5.925‐7.125 GHz band is prohibited for control of or  Communications with unmanned aircraft systems.  IMPORTANT NOTE:  FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:  This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled  environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 24cm  between the radiator & your body.    Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 14  10 VDC (min.), 15 VDC (max)  External Power Adapter: 12 VDC, 2 A DANGER! Using non-approved or incorrect power adapters can result in 無法顯示連結的圖像。檔案可能已移動、重新命名或刪除。請驗證 連結指向正確的檔案及位置。 injury. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 15: Site Preparation

     Ensure that all components are on-site or readily available to complete the installation.  The customer is aware of your planned visit and will provide access to the inside of the home. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 16: Introduction

    Introduction This document describes the installation of the GigaSpire BLAST u6me. The BLAST u6me is designed to be placed in a horizontal table-top configuration or can be wall mounted using the mounting holes molded into the back of the unit.
  • Page 17 Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 18: Chapter 2: Installation

     Check the contents of each box carefully as you receive them. Components may not be located where you might expect them due to certain items being tested immediately before shipment. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 19 MIMO technology takes advantage of reflections in the over-the-air path to carry additional data. However, Calix recommends that when possible, Calix GigaSpires should be placed in a centralized location within the home to yield the best possible results for Wi-Fi coverage.

  • Page 20: Installation Variables

     (2) Product Identification Labels with Login Credentials After opening the carton, remove the protective packaging, ensure all components above are present, and prepare for mounting the unit. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 21: Tabletop/Wall Mounting Dimensions

    Tabletop/Wall Mounting Dimensions Dimensions for tabletop or wall mounting of a GigaSpire BLAST u6me are included here for reference. Note: There is no wall mount bracket necessary to mount this device. The bottom surface of the BLAST u6me includes two hanger posts to facilitate wall mounting.

  • Page 22: Tabletop Mounting The Blast U6Me

    Tabletop Mounting the BLAST u6me Any Calix GigaSpire BLAST u6me can be mounted flat on a tabletop. Four (4) rubberized feet are pre-installed on the bottom of the unit to provide a non-skid surface when placing the unit on a table or shelf.

  • Page 23: Wall Mounting The U6Me

    Wall Mounting the u6me The Calix GigaSpire BLAST u6me can be wall mounted. Keep the following information in mind when considering wall mounting:  Locate the unit on the wall in a location that is unlikely to be bumped or jostled.

  • Page 24: Additional Mounting Considerations

    As an alternative, longer power cords are available to extend the distance between the BLAST and the power supply.  Calix also recommends keeping cabling neat and well secured wherever possible. A tidy installation allows for increased safety and an overall neater appearance. Common tools used for this purpose include cable ties and velcro straps for routing cable out of the way.
  • Page 25 Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 27: Chapter 3: Final Set-Up And Testing

    BLAST u4/u4m Reset Behavior Calix EDGE systems support a variety of system reset functions and provide multiple methods for invoking each of these functions, as described in this topic. Calix defines these functions and behaviors as follows: 1. Basic reset (reboot): Restarts the unit.
  • Page 28 Software  Service provider applied Factory Reset TR-69 ACS URL and login credentials, SPID, etc., all of management settings reset to which reset to defaults. factory defaults Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 29 Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 30: Powering The Gigaspire Mesh Blast U6Me

    2. Attach one end (2-pin barrel connector) to the rear of the device. 3. Plug the other end into any available 110/220 VAC wall outlet. 4. The GigaSpire BLAST begins its start-up sequence (Flashing amber LED). BLAST Power Connection Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 31: Connecting To The Internet

    Connecting to the Internet The method by which the GigaSpire BLAST u6me is deployed will impact the internet connection. With power applied to the BLAST, perform the following steps based on the role the device plays in the network. Connecting as a MESH point If the unit is configured as a MESH point, connect an Ethernet cable from it's WAN port to another GigaSpire or wirelessly connect the two devices.

  • Page 32: Wall Mount Template

    For additional information, refer to Wall Mounting the u6me (on page 23) located in the Installation chapter of this guide. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 33 * - Template inserted in the gift box is to scale and should be used for installation purposes. The above template is an example only and should not be used at installation. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

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