Installation Guide

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To wall mount the GigaSpire BLAST u4 or u4m

Note: If attaching to sheet rock or gypsum board, Calix recommends using a wall

anchoring system to ensure the bracket is securely attached to the wall.

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20 mm

7 mm

Wall Mount Screw Specifications

Wall Mounting the u4/u4m

The Calix GigaSpire BLAST u4 and the GigaSpire Mesh BLAST u4m can be wall mounted

using. Keep the following information in mind when considering wall mounting:

 Locate the BLAST on the wall in a location that is unlikely to be bumped or jostled.

 Make sure that the Ethernet cable(s) (if used) and power supply wiring attached to the

GigaSpire are secured properly and out of harms way.

Note: Once the GigaSpire is connected and turned up, Wi-Fi network parameters are

persisted in memory. For this reason, if power is lost to the GigaSpire, it will be re-

discovered on the network automatically, without operator intervention.

1. Find a suitable location for attaching unit to the wall. Be mindful of the power source

and Ethernet cable requirements when determining a mounting location.

2. Using the template included in the back of this guide, mark the two screw locations on

the wall, making sure the device will remain level after mounting.

3. Drill holes in the wall and install appropriate wall anchors if required.

4. Thread the screws into the wall anchors and tighten leaving a gap of about 1/8" between

the screw head and the and the back of the unit.

Mounting Screws

The two mounting holes on the back of the unit are designed to accommodate the following

screw type:

 larger than 7mm wide and less than 14mm wide

 Screw shaft < 3mm in diameter

 Screw length > 6mm

Depending on the material you are attaching to, use a screw of sufficient length and strength

to support the GigaSpire BLAST once attached to the bracket. See below for specifications

on what type of screw is recommended.