Important Details
Here is some important information to keep in mind when setting up, and using, your new GigaSpire BLAST
u6 systems:
• The default network name for each BLAST u6 is the ‘SSID’ value that appears on the label found on the
bottom of the BLAST u6 (called ‘SSID’ on the sticker that came in your box, shown right).
• When your BLAST u6 connects, it will check in automatically to a Calix instance of Calix Support Cloud
(CSC). When this happens, the default SSIDs (of both the 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz radios) are changed to
'Calix GigaSpire WiFi’. As a result, you will have a single SSID (network name) for all devices in your
home.
• The ‘WPA Key’ value that appears on the label affixed to the bottom of the GigaSpire (or on the sticker
that came in your box, shown right) refers to the default password to the Wi-Fi network, required
when connecting your devices (e.g., smart phones, tablets, laptops, etc.)
• To avoid having to reconnect your existing devices (e.g., smart phones, tablets, laptops, etc.) to the new
Wi-Fi network, you might want to change your new SSID ('Calix GigaSpire WiFi’) to match the existing SSID
used by your previous router using the Calix CommandIQ app. Instructions to do this can be found on page
9 of this document.
• Note: When changing your SSID, note that it will be case sensitive, so be sure that it matches exactly.
• It is recommended that, once the BLAST u6 is up and running, you turn off the Wi-Fi on the router /
gateway provided by your service provider. For instructions on how to do that, visit your CSP web site.
• To enable advanced features (like Enhanced Parental Controls and ProtectIQ) in CommandIQ, please
contact the Calix Technical Assistance Center (TAC) @ gigahelp@calix.com.
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