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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
Identifies the target professionals who should use this installation guide.
FCC Statement
Details the Federal Communications Commission compliance and operational conditions.
Safety Notices and Instructions
Outlines safety precautions, hazard warnings, and important safety instructions for device usage.
Chapter 1: GigaSpire BLAST u4/u4m Overview
GigaSpire BLAST u4 Key Attributes
Lists the essential features and functionalities of the GigaSpire BLAST u4 home gateway.
Wi-Fi and Connectivity Features
Describes Wi-Fi 6 capabilities, mesh networking, Ethernet interfaces, and USB port features.
GigaSpire Mesh BLAST u4m Overview
Introduces the GigaSpire Mesh BLAST u4m satellite and its role in home coverage.
Easy Installation, Activation, and Maintenance
Details the simplified process for installing, activating, and maintaining GigaSpire devices.
Agency Listing and Compliance
Lists applicable agency standards and certifications for the GigaSpire devices.
Site Preparation
Discusses planning for cable routing, airflow, power cords, and coaxial cable connections.
Pre-Installation Checks
Details essential checks and customer awareness required before starting the installation process.
Chapter 2: Installation
Installation Tips
Provides advice for successful installation, including wiring standards and connection checks.
Installation Variables
Considers factors like Ethernet routing and building materials for optimal device placement.
Unpacking the GigaSpire u4/u4m
Details the contents included in the device packaging and steps after opening the carton.
Mounting Dimensions and Options
Provides dimensions for tabletop and wall mounting, including diagrams and cut-outs.
Tabletop Mounting Procedures
Explains how to mount the GigaSpire u4/u4m flat on a tabletop using rubberized feet.
Wall Mounting Procedures
Guides users through the process of wall mounting the GigaSpire u4/u4m, including screw specifications.
Chapter 3: Final Set-up and Testing
GigaSpire BLAST u4/u4m Reset Behavior
Explains the different system reset functions (basic, configuration, factory) and their effects.
Powering and Internet Connection
Details how to power up the device and connect it to the internet as a gateway or mesh point.
LED Status Indicators
Describes the LED states during power off, boot-up, and SW upgrade processes.
Mesh Mode LED Status
Explains LED indications for mesh pairing, signal strength, and gateway status.
Wall Mount Template Usage
Instructions for using the printed wall mount template for drilling hole locations.

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