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Identifying the Installation Location
Calix recommends mounting the u4hm as high as practical for Wi-Fi performance reasons.
However, this deployment scenario still mandates that an AC power outlet is located within
the power cord distance of the Wi-Fi source (optional 16' power cord is available for outdoor
installations).
If installing in a greenfield environment (initial installation), plan on placing the u4hm within
the provided (4 feet) length of the power supply cord. As an alternative, longer power cords
are available to extend the distance between the GigaSpire BLAST and the power supply.
Before installing either device, consider what additional services may be implemented.
Various access points are available on the bottom of the unit which may or may not be used.
Prior to determining the unit's final location, you need to account for the following variables:
Optional: Where will the Ethernet cable(s) be routed?
What type of building material is used in this facility? Make sure you have the appropriate
drills, drill bits and fasteners for routing Ethernet or power cables as they pass through
walls and the like.
From a best practice’s standpoint, keep the following in mind:
Calix 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.
Also, custom made wall plates are often used where the majority of cabling is hidden
behind a wall.
Wi-Fi AP placement
In a Wi-Fi serving area, direct line-of-sight to the AP is not essential for signal quality, thanks
to MIMO technology and an omni-directional antennae array. However, to achieve the best
possible Wi-Fi coverage and performance, Calix recommends the following guidance:
Prioritize a centralized location; the closer the AP system is to the center of the target
area, the better.
Elevate the system as high up as possible; higher elevation helps the signal clear
lower/ground-level obstructions.
Some building materials block Wi-Fi signals more than others. See the table below for
reference; lower attenuation yields better performance. Consider the materials in surrounding
structures when selecting an installation location for the system.
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