X5 Release Mesh Extender Quick Start Guide , Revision P/N 616824-002-A Parts of the X5 Mesh Extender Chapter 1 X5 Release Mesh Extender Quick Start Guide DRAFT Revision 2 Chapter 2 How to read your X5 Mesh Extender LED Note: The LED will automatically turn off after 10 minutes. To check the LED status, turn it back on by tapping the WPS button located on the back of the unit. Up; not connected to network slow blinking green State Power Starting up Wired (Ethernet connection to network) Wireless (wireless connection to network) Fast network speed Limited network speed Slow network speed Extender at good position LED Color fast blinking green solid green solid yellow solid red solid green Extender far from router/gateway solid yellow Extender too far from router/gateway solid red WPS WPS process ongoing blinking yellow WPS pairing unsuccessful fast blinking red; 10 seconds WPS pairing successful fast blinking green; 10 seconds X5 Release Mesh Extender Quick Start Guide DRAFT Revision 3 Chapter 3 Installation types If your service provide has not informed you that your ARRIS gateway is HomeAssure Enabled, use the Connect your X5 Mesh Extender wired (page 4) installation instructions. If your service provider informed you that your ARRIS gateway is HomeAssure Enabled, use the Connect your X5 Mesh Extender wirelessly (page 5) installation instructions. Connect your X5 Mesh Extender wired Use this procedure if your service provider has not informed you that your ARRIS gateway is HomeAssure Enabled. 1. Connect your first X5 to your current gateway with an Ethernet cable using either Ethernet port . 2. Connect the X5 to power using the power supply (provided). The LED will blink fast, then blink slow, then turn to solid green. This will take a couple of minutes. 3. Scan the QR code to download the ARRIS Wi-Fi Home mobile app and follow the on-
screen instructions,or continue to Step 4. X5 Release Mesh Extender Quick Start Guide DRAFT Revision 4 Chapter 3: Installation types 4. Now, you are ready to an additional X5 to the network. Locate your second X5 approximately 5-15m from your gateway; if you have line-of-sight, they can be further apart, but move closer if there are thick walls between. 5. Pair the units: Push the WPS button on the first X5, then push the WPS button on the second X5. Note: When adding additional X5 units, always push the button on the first X5 and then push the WPS button on the X5 you are adding. The second X5 will be automatically configured with the same Wi-Fi settings as the first X5; this will take a few moments. The LED on the second X5 flashes green quickly when the two units pair successfully. When configuration is complete, the LED on the second X5 will change color to indicate the quality of the link between the first and the second X5. See How to read your X5 Mesh Extender LED (page 3) in this guide to understand the state the LED color indicates. Connect your X5 Mesh Extender wirelessly Use this procedure if your service provider has informed you that your ARRIS gateway is HomeAssure Enabled. 1. Scan the QR code to download the ARRIS Wi-Fi Home mobile app and follow the on-
screen instructions, or continue to Step 2. 2. Locate your first X5 approximately 5-15m from your gateway; if you have line-of-sight they can be further apart, but move closer if there are thick walls between. X5 Release Mesh Extender Quick Start Guide DRAFT Revision 5 Chapter 3: Installation types 3. Connect the X5 to power using the provided power supply. 4. Pair the gateway and the X5: Push the WPS button on the gateway, then push the WPS button on the X5. The LED on the X5 flashes green quickly when it has paired successfully with the gateway. 5. Next, the LED will change color to indicate the quality of the link between the gateway and the X5 . See How to read your X5 Mesh Extender LED (page 3) in this guide to understand the state the LED color indicates. 6. To add additional X5 units, repeat steps 2-4. Additional X5 units are configured with the same Wi-Fi settings as the first X5. X5 Release Mesh Extender Quick Start Guide DRAFT Revision 6 Chapter 4 Regulatory information Please read and adhere to the regulatory and safety information provided in this document. Federal Communication Commision Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate this equipment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Operations in the 5.15-5.25GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only. This device meets all the other requirements specified in Part 15E, Section 15.407 of the FCC Rules. Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. FOR COUNTRY CODE SELECTION USAGE (WLAN DEVICES) X5 Release Mesh Extender Quick Start Guide DRAFT Revision 7 Chapter 4: Regulatory information The country code selection is for non-US model only and is not available to all US model. Per FCC regulation, all Wi-Fi products marketed in the US must be fixed to US operation channels only. Industry Canada statement This device complies with ISEDs licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Le prsent appareil est conforme aux CNR d ISED applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Lexploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) le dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage prjudiciable, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage reu, y compris un brouillage susceptible de provoquer un fonctionnement indsirable. Caution:
(i) the device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;
(iv) where applicable, antenna type(s), antenna models(s), and worst-case tilt angle(s) necessary to remain compliant with the e.i.r.p. elevation mask requirement set forth in section 6.2.2.3 shall be clearly indicated. Avertissement:
Le guide dutilisation des dispositifs pour rseaux locaux doit inclure des instructions prcises sur les restrictions susmentionnes, notamment:
(i) les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz sont rservs uniquement pour une utilisation lintrieur afin de rduire les risques de brouillage prjudiciable aux systmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mmes canaux;
(iv) lorsquil y a lieu, les types dantennes (sil y en a plusieurs), les numros de modle de lantenne et les pires angles dinclinaison ncessaires pour rester conforme lexigence de la p.i.r.e. applicable au masque dlvation, nonce la section 6.2.2.3, doivent tre clairement indiqus Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with greater than 22cm between the radiator & your body. Dclaration dexposition aux radiations: Cet quipement est conforme aux limites dexposition aux rayonnements ISED tablies pour un environnement non contrl. Cet quipement doit tre install et utilis plus de 22cm entre le radiateur et votre corps. Restrictions on use of wireless devices In some situations or environments, the use of wireless devices may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. For example, using wireless equipment in any environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. X5 Release Mesh Extender Quick Start Guide DRAFT Revision 8 Chapter 4: Regulatory information If you are uncertain of the applicable policy for the use of wireless equipment in a specific organization or environment, you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the device prior to turning on the equipment. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this product, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by the manufacturer. Correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution, or attachment is the responsibility of the user. The manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for any damage or violation of government regulations that may arise from failing to comply with these guidelines. Open Source software and licenses For instructions on how to obtain a copy of any source code being made publicly available by ARRIS related to software used in this ARRIS product you may send your request in writing to: ARRIS, Software Pedigree Operations, 2450 Walsh Avenue, Santa Clara, CA 95051, USA. The ARRIS website opensource.arris.com also contains information regarding use of open source. ARRIS has created opensource.arrisi.com to serve as a portal for interaction with the software community-at-large. Caring for the environment CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT BY RECYCLING When you see this symbol on an ARRIS product, do not dispose of the product with residential or commercial waste.Recycling your ARRIS Equipment Please do not dispose of this product with your residential or commercial waste. Some countries or regions, such as the European Union, have set up systems to collect and recycle electrical and electronic waste items. Contact your local authorities for information about practices established for your region. If collection is not available, contact ARRIS customer support for information. Copyright Copyright 2020 ARRIS Enterprises, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproducd in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative work X5 Release Mesh Extender Quick Start Guide DRAFT Revision 9 Chapter 4: Regulatory information
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