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GigaSpire BLAST Installation Guide
Model u4/u4m
June 2021
Part # 220-01192 Rev 10

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About this Guide
Intended Audiences
Document intended for network planning, outside plant, field support, and craft personnel.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
Statement regarding device compliance with FCC rules and regulations.
Safety Notices
Important Safety Instructions
Essential safety precautions to reduce risks of fire, electric shock, and injury.
Chapter 1: GigaSpire BLAST u4/u4m Overview
Key Attributes - GigaSpire BLAST u4
Lists key features and functionalities of the GigaSpire BLAST u4 Home Gateway.
GigaSpire Mesh BLAST u4m Overview
Description of the GigaSpire Mesh BLAST u4m as a Wi-Fi 6 mesh satellite.
Multi-Gigabit Subscriber Experience
Details the high-performance wireless satellite experience provided by the u4m.
Easy Installation, Activation, and Maintenance
Explains the simplified process for installing, activating, and maintaining GigaMesh satellites.
Agency Listing
FCC Warning and Compliance
Statement on device compliance with FCC rules and potential interference.
Hazardous Materials
Information on identified hazardous materials for the GigaSpire BLAST u4/u4m.
Application Standards
Radiated Emissions Compliance
Device compliance with radiated emissions standards.
Power Supply Requirements
Specifications and notes for the required power supply for the unit.
Site Preparation
Power Cords and Coaxial Cables
Details on power cords and restrictions for coaxial cable connections.
Before you Begin
Introduction to Installation Process
Overview of what the document describes and the devices covered.
Powering Options for Setup
Information on how to power the device using the supplied transformer.
Chapter 2: Installation
Installation Tips and Wi-Fi Placement Advice
Guidance on optimal placement and general installation tips for the device.
Installation Variables to Consider
Factors to consider before installation, such as cable routing and building materials.
Unpacking the GigaSpire u4/u4m
Contents of the package and initial steps after opening the carton.
Tabletop Mounting Dimensions
Diagrams showing the dimensions for placing the device on a tabletop.
Wall Mounting Dimensions
Diagrams showing dimensions for wall mounting the device.
Tabletop Mounting the u4/u4m
Instructions and considerations for mounting the device on a tabletop surface.
Wall Mounting the u4/u4m
Step-by-step guide for mounting the GigaSpire unit to a wall.
Mounting Screws and Additional Considerations
Details on screw specifications and best practices for mounting and cabling.
Chapter 3: Final Set-up and Testing
GigaSpire BLAST u4/u4m Reset Behavior
Explanation of different reset functions (reboot, configuration, factory) and their effects.
Powering and Connecting to Internet
Steps to power up the device and establish an internet connection.
LED States - Power Off & Boot-up
Description of LED status during power off and boot-up sequences.
BLAST LED Status and Mesh Mode
Description of LED status for internet connectivity, service failures, and mesh mode.
Wall Mount Template Usage
Information on using the included wall mount template for installation.

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