Ultimate Wi-Fi coverage and throughput
GigaSpire u6 Family
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GigaSpire u6 Overview
Deliver the optimum Wi-Fi coverage and throughput
The u6 Wi-Fi systems can be deployed quickly and easily, enabling you to offer subscribers appealing new services and applications as they emerge. The u6 family consists of both Wi-Fi 6 and 6E capable systems to meet capacity and performance requirements.
Product details
Delivering next-generation experience your subscribers deserve
- Expansion
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GigaSpire u6 Systems
Exceptional Wi-Fi coverage with on-board LAN and voice support
All GigaSpire u6 systems deliver superior throughput and complete Wi-Fi coverage to every part of your subscribers’ residences, multi-dwelling units and businesses. Utilize the LAN and POTs ports to add on additional services while providing your subscribers with complete oversight using the CommandIQ® and CommandWorx™ applications.
CAPACITY AND SPEED
GigaSpire u6 indoor systems
All GigaSpire u6 systems are equipped with six radios supporting MU-MIMO functionality to handle a multitude of devices found in homes and businesses today. In fact, the systems are designed to support up to 500 devices in one network, the largest in this product category.
When speed and latency is a factor, choose from systems with integrated GPON/XGS PON or 10GE WAN connections to concentrate 10GE or GE LAN ports ensuring the needed performance for emerging high-speed, low-latency applications.
SmartLife managed services
Each GigaSpire u6 system is a fundamental component of SmartLife managed service solutions giving providers a wide selection of indoor untis to support the needs of SmartHome™ SmartTown®, SmartMDU™ and SmartBiz™ customers, ensuring all subscriber applications operate efficiently.
With common software functionality across all GigaSpire systems, element management, control, and provisioning are consistent, expediting implementation and time to revenue.
Benefits and features
The ideal family of Wi-Fi 6/6E systems
Desktop and wall mount configurations in different styles are available for consumer-friendly appeal.
Choose from high-speed ethernet or fiber WAN connectivity to meet subscriber requirements.
Deliver multiple services on one platform greatly reducing capital and service delivery costs.
Dual-band or tri-band Wi-Fi gateway and satellite systems are available.
Up to 10GE and multiple GE connections support gaming and IPTV delivery.
System management consistency uses Calix Service Cloud.
Technical specifications
Standards based for provider and subscriber investment protection
u6t | u6txg | u6e | u6me | u6.2 | u6.1 | |
Application
| Wi-Fi Gateway | Integrated ONT/Wi-Fi Gateway | Wi-Fi Gateway | Wi-Fi Mesh Satellite | Integrated ONT/Wi-Fi Gateway | Wi-Fi Gateway |
Wi-Fi 6/6E
| 2x2 (2.4 GHz) 4x4 (5 GHz) | 2x2 (2.4 GHz) 4x4 (5 GHz) | 2x2 (2.4 GHz) 2x2 (5 GHz) 2x2 (6 Ghz) | 2x2 (2.4 GHz) 2x2 (5 GHz) 2x2 (6 Ghz) | 2x2 (2.4 GHz) 4x4 (5 GHz)+ | 2x2 (2.4 GHz) 4x4 (5 GHz) |
WAN
| 10 GigE | XGS PON | GigE | Gig E or Wi-Fi | SFP+ or GE | GigE |
LAN
| 1 x 10 GigE/4 x GigE | 1 x 10 GigE/4 x GigE | 2 x GigE | GigE | 4 x GigE | 4 x GigE |
POTS
| 2 | 2 | - | - | 2 | 2 |
USB
| 1 | 1 | - | - | 1 | 1 |
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News and insights
A leading portfolio of carrier grade Wi-Fi systems
The GigaSpire u6 family portfolio includes multiple Wi-Fi 6/6E systems, designed with simple plug-and-play connectivity, snapping right into the Unlimited Subscriber ecosystem.
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