PPD-QCA9008-SBD1802.11ad MODULE

Confidential and Proprietary - Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. Not to be used, copied, reproduced in whole or in part, nor its contents revealed in any manner to others without the express written permission of Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. QUALCOMM is registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. ATHEROS is a registered trademark of Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. Any other registered and unregistered trademarks are the property of Qualcomm Incorporated, Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. or their respective owners and used with permission. Registered marks owned by Qualcomm Incorporated and Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. are registered in the United States of America and may be registered in other countries. This technical data may be subject to U.S. and international export, re-export, or transfer (“export”) laws. Diversion contrary to U.S. and international law is strictly prohibited. Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. 1700 Technology Drive San Jose, CA 95110-1383 U.S.A. Copyright © 2011 Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. All rights reserved. QCA9008-SBD1 Modular Certification OEM Integrator Instructions Ver. 1.0 July 15, 2015 Ver. 1.0 2 Confidential and Proprietary - Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. MAY CONTAIN U.S. AND INTERNATIONAL EXPORT CONTROLLED INFORMATION Revision history Revision Date Description Ver. 1.0 July 15, 2015 Initial release NOTE: The Qualcomm Atheros (QCA) design radio module (the “Module”) is designed for use only in specific countries in which QCA has obtained certificates of compliance with local laws and regulations. Therefore, the Module may not be sold, operated or incorporated into products for use in countries for which it has not been certified. See Section 3 herein. In addition, any deviation from the settings, methods, conditions and restrictions for integration of the Module into a host system, as detailed in this document, could be a violation of applicable national law and may be punishable as such, and in such event, the products into which the Module is incorporated may not be lawfully distributed or sold in such countries. QCA assumes no responsibility for any liability or loss related to installation, integration or operation of the Module. QCA9008-SBD1 Modular Certification OEM Integrator Instructions Ver. 1.0 3 Confidential and Proprietary - Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. MAY CONTAIN U.S. AND INTERNATIONAL EXPORT CONTROLLED INFORMATION Contents 1 Introduction ...................................................................................................... 4 2 Applicable Module ........................................................................................... 4 3 Available Global Modular Approvals from Qualcomm Atheros .................. 5 4 Additional Regulatory Conformance Testing and/or Submissions Required by the Integrator ........................................................................... 5 5 Compliant/Allowable Tx Power Settings Programmed into EEPROM ........ 7 6 Antenna Placement inside the Host System and RF Safety ........................ 8 7 Simultaneous Transmission with Other Integrated or Plug-In Radios ....... 8 8 Module May Not Be Installed by End Users .................................................. 8 9 Required Labeling on the Outside of the Host .............................................. 9 9.1 FCC ............................................................................................................................... 9 9.2 Taiwan NCC ............................................................................................................... 10 9.3 Japan ........................................................................................................................... 10 9.4 European Community R&TTE ................................................................................... 11 10 Required Regulatory Wording for User Manual/Installation Manual ....... 12 10.1 FCC compliance information .................................................................................... 12 10.2 Industry Canada notice ............................................................................................. 13 10.3 European Community (R&TTE) user manual wording and declaration .................. 13 10.4 European Community (R&TTE) Declaration of Conformity for System................. 15 10.5 Taiwan user manual wording .................................................................................... 15 11 OEM Integrator Checklist ............................................................................ 16 QCA9008-SBD1 Modular Certification OEM Integrator Instructions Ver. 1.0 4 Confidential and Proprietary - Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. MAY CONTAIN U.S. AND INTERNATIONAL EXPORT CONTROLLED INFORMATION 1 Introduction This document describes the steps that the OEM integrator must follow when designing and manufacturing a system utilizing a Qualcomm Atheros (QCA) design radio module (the “Module”). Failure to follow the instructions in this document may invalidate the FCC certification and authorization of the Module for use in the U.S. and in other countries. The Qualcomm Atheros modular certifications described in this document apply only to radio conformance for the Module. The OEM integrator is responsible for all system-level EMI/EMC and Product Safety testing and certification that apply to the host system in the U.S. and other countries where the system will be marketed or sold. 2 Applicable Module  Part Number: QCA9008-SBD1  FCC ID: PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 IC: 4104A-QCA9008SBD1 QCA9008-SBD1 Modular Certification OEM Integrator Instructions Ver. 1.0 5 Confidential and Proprietary - Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. MAY CONTAIN U.S. AND INTERNATIONAL EXPORT CONTROLLED INFORMATION 3 Available Global Modular Approvals from Qualcomm Atheros Module certification is limited to those countries for which Qualcomm Atheros has obtained radio modular approvals. Integrators can access the current list of certified countries in one of two ways: 1. Log on to the Qualcomm CreatePoint system. Search regu…

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QUALCOMM ATHEROS, INC. 1700 Technology Drive, San Jose, CA 95110 T 408.773.5200 | F 408-773-9940 qca.qualcomm.com Federal Communications Commission Equipment Authorization branch 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 To whom it may concern: I, the undersigned, hereby authorize UL Verification Services Inc. to act on our behalf in all manners relating to application for equipment authorization, including signing of all documents relating to these matters. Any and all acts carried out by UL Verification Services Inc. on our behalf shall have the same effect as acts of our own. In authorizing UL Verification Services Inc. as our representative, we still recognize that we are responsible to: a. comply with the relevant provisions of the certification program; b. make all necessary arrangements for the conduct of the evaluation, including provision for examining documentation and access to all areas, records (including internal audit reports) and personnel for the purposes of evaluation (e.g. testing, inspection, assessment, surveillance, reassessment) and resolution of complaints; c. make claims regarding certification only in respect of the scope for which certification has been granted; d. do not use our product certification in such a manner as to bring the Certification Division into disrepute and not make any statement regarding our product certification which the Certification Division may consider misleading or unauthorized; e. upon suspension or cancellation of certification, discontinue use of all advertising matter that contains any reference thereto and return any certification documents as required by the Certification Division; f. use certification only to indicate the products are certified as being in conformity with specified standards; g. endeavor to ensure that no certificate or report nor any part thereof is used in a misleading manner; h. ensure that any reference to our product certification in communication media such as documents, brochures or advertising, complies with the requirements of the Certification Division; QUALCOMM ATHEROS, INC. 1700 Technology Drive, San Jose, CA 95110 T 408.773.5200 | F 408-773-9940 qca.qualcomm.com i. keep a record of all complaints made known to the us relating to the product’s compliance with requirements of the relevant standard and to make these records available to the when requested; j. take appropriate action with respect to such complaints and any deficiencies found in products or services that affect compliance with the requirements for certification; k. document the actions taken. This authorization is valid until further written notice from the applicant. Sincerely Yours, Caroline Yu, Product Compliance

QUALCOMM ATHEROS, INC. 1700 Technology Drive, San Jose, CA 95110 T 408.773.5200 | F 408-773-9940 qca.qualcomm.com Date:2015/7/16 Federal C ommunications Commission 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia MD 21046 Subjec t: Request for Confidentiality FCC ID: PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 To Wh om It May Concern: Purs uant to the provisions of Sections 0.457 and 0.459 of the Commission’s rules (47 CFR §§ 0.457, 0.459), we are requesting the Commission to withhold the following attachments as confidential document from public disclosure indefinitely. Schematics Block Diagram Theory of Operations Above mentioned document contains detailed system and equipment description are considered as proprietary information in operation of the equipment. The public disclosure of above documents might be harmful to our company and would give competitor an unfair advantage in the market. In additional to above mentioned documents, pursuant to Public Notice DA 04-1705 of the Commission’s policy, in order to comply with the marketing regulations in 47 CFR §2.803 and the importation rules in 47 CFR §2.1204, while ensuring that business sensitive information remains confidential until the actual marketing of newly authorized devices. We are requesting the commission to grant short-term confidentiality request on the following attachments for 45 days. External Photos Internal Photos Test Setup Photos Integrator’s Instructions It is our understanding that all measurement test reports, FCC ID label format and correspondent during certification review process cannot be granted as confidential documents and those information will be available for public review once the grant of equipment authorization is issued. Best Regards Carol ine Yu, Product Compliance

Applicant/Grantee Qualcomm Atheros Inc. FCC ID: PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 Section 15.212 Modular Transmitters Request for Modular Approval Request for Limited Modular Approval Requirements EUT Conditions Comply (Y/N) Single Modular Approval Requirements 1 The radio elements of the modular transmitter must have their own shielding. The physical crystal and tuning capacitors may be located external to the shielded radio elements. Y 2 The modular transmitter must have buffered modulation/data inputs (if such inputs are provided) to ensure that the module will comply with Part 15 requirements under conditions of excessive data rates or over-modulation. Y 3 The modular transmitter must have its own power supply regulation. Y 4 The modular transmitter must comply with the antenna and transmission system requirements of Sections 15.203, 15.204(b) and 15.204(c). The antenna must either be permanently attached or employ a “unique” antenna coupler (at all connections between the module and the antenna, including the cable). The “professional installation” provision of Section 15.203 is not applicable to modules but can apply to limited modular approvals under paragraph (b) of this section. Y 5 The modular transmitter must be tested in a stand-alone configuration, i.e., the module must not be inside another device during testing for compliance with Part 15 requirements. Unless the transmitter module will be battery powered, it must comply with the AC line conducted requirements found in Section 15.207. AC or DC power lines and data input/output lines connected to the module must not contain ferrites, unless they will be marketed with the module (see Section 15.27(a)). The length of these lines shall be the length typical of actual use or, if that length is unknown, at least 10 centimeters to insure that there is no coupling between the case of the module and supporting Y equipment. Any accessories, peripherals, or support equipment connected to the module during testing shall be unmodified and commercially available (see Section 15.31(i)). 6 The modular transmitter must be equipped with either a permanently affixed label or must be capable of electronically displaying its FCC identification number. (A) If using a permanently affixed label, the modular transmitter must be labeled with its own FCC identification number, and, if the FCC identification number is not visible when the module is installed inside another device, then the outside of the device into which the module is installed must also display a label referring to the enclosed module. This exterior label can use wording such as the following: “Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID: XYZMODEL1” or “Contains FCC ID: XYZMODEL1.” Any similar wording that expresses the same meaning may be used. The Grantee may either provide such a label, an example of which must be included in the application for equipment authorization, or, must provide adequate instructions along with the module which explain this requirement. In the latter case, a copy of these instructions must be included in the application for equipment authorization. (B) If the modular transmitter uses an electronic display of the FCC identification number, the information must be readily accessible and visible on the modular transmitter or on the device in which it is installed. If the module is installed inside another device, then the outside of the device into which the module is installed must display a label referring to the enclosed module. This exterior label can use wording such as the following: “Contains FCC certified transmitter module(s).” Any similar wording that expresses the same meaning may be used. The user manual must include instructions on how to access the electronic display. A copy of these instructions must be included in the application for equipment authorization. Regulatory label information, including FCC/IC ID will be provided in the integrator’s instruction due to the very small size of the module 7 The modular transmitter must comply with any specific rules or operating requirements that ordinarily apply to a complete transmitter and the manufacturer must provide adequate instructions along with the module to explain any such requirements. A copy of these instructions must be included in the application for equipment authorization. Yes 8 The modular transmitter must comply with any applicable RF exposure requirements in its final configuration. Yes A limited modular approval may be granted for single or split modular transmitters that do not comply with all of the above requirements, e.g., shielding, minimum signaling amplitude, buffered modulation/data inputs, or power supply regulation, if the manufacturer can demonstrate by alternative means in the application for equipment authorization that the modular transmitter meets all the applicable Part 15 requirements under the operating conditions in which the transmitter will be used. Limited modular approval also may be granted in those instances where compliance with RF exposure rules is demonstrated only for particular product configurations. The applicant for certification must state how control of the end product into which the module will be installed will be maintained such that full compliance of the end product is always ensured.

QUALCOMM ATHEROS, INC. 1700 Technology Drive, San Jose, CA 95110 T 408.773.5200 | F 408-773-9940 qca.qualcomm.com Date:2015/9/4 Federal Communications Commission 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia MD 21046 FCC ID: PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 To Whom It May Concern: Subsequent to the issuance of PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 FCC grant, we discovered an error, that an incorrect photo was submitted to the certification body. With this letter, we are resubmitting the product photo to correct the mistake, and we attest that the new photos are of the product that was tested. Sincerely, Caroline Yu, Product Compliance

QCA9008-SBD1 External Photos (PPD-QCA9008-SBD1; 4104A-QCA9008SBD1) QCA9008-SBD1 M.2 1216 Basebasd Board QCA9008-SBD1 RF+Antenna Board

PROPOSED FCC ID LABEL AND LOCATION Bottom of EUT BB Board FCC /IC Label Location QUALCOMM ATHEROS, INC. 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. FCC ID: PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 IC: 4104A-QCA9008SBD1 Model: QCA9008-SBD1

QCA9008-SBD1 Internal Photos (PPD-QCA9008-SBD1; 4104A-QCA9008SBD1) QCA9008-SBD1 M.2 1216 Basebasd Board QCA9008-SBD1 RF+Antenna Board

FCC 47 CFR PART 15.255 SUBPART C CERTIFICATION TEST REPORT FOR 802.11ad MODULE MODEL NUMBER: QCA9008-SBD1 FCC ID: PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 REPORT NUMBER: 15U20374-E1A ISSUE DATE: AUGUST 11, 2015 Prepared for QUALCOMM ATHEROS, INC 1700 TECHNOLOGY DRIVE SAN JOSE, CA 95110-1383 U.S.A. Prepared by UL VERIFICATION SERVICES INC 47173 BENICIA STREET FREMONT, CA 94538, U.S.A. TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 REPORT NO: 15U20374-E1A DATE: AUGUST 11, 2015 802.11ad MODULE FCC ID: PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 Page 2 of 55 UL VERIFICATION SERVICES INC FORM NO: CCSUP4701I 47173 BENICIA STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written approval of UL Verification Services Inc.. Revision History Rev. Issue Date Revisions Revised By -- 07/02/2015 Initial Issue M. Heckrotte A 08/11/2015 Revised RF Exposure M. Heckrotte REPORT NO: 15U20374-E1A DATE: AUGUST 11, 2015 802.11ad MODULE FCC ID: PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 Page 3 of 55 UL VERIFICATION SERVICES INC FORM NO: CCSUP4701I 47173 BENICIA STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written approval of UL Verification Services Inc.. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. ATTESTATION OF TEST RESULTS ................................................................................. 4 2. TEST METHODOLOGY ..................................................................................................... 5 3. FACILITIES AND ACCREDITATION ................................................................................. 5 4. CALIBRATION AND UNCERTAINTY ................................................................................ 5 4.1. MEASURING INSTRUMENT CALIBRATION .............................................................. 5 4.2. MEASUREMENT UNCERTAINTY ............................................................................... 5 5. EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST ............................................................................................... 6 5.1. DESCRIPTION OF EUT .............................................................................................. 6 5.2. OUTPUT POWER........................................................................................................ 6 5.3. DESCRIPTION OF AVAILABLE 60G ANTENNAS....................................................... 6 5.4. SOFTWARE AND FIRMWARE .................................................................................... 6 5.5. WORST-CASE CONFIGURATION AND MODE .......................................................... 6 5.6. DESCRIPTION OF TEST SETUP ................................................................................ 7 6. TEST AND MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT ....................................................................... 9 7. APPLICABLE LIMITS AND TEST RESULTS ...................................................................10 7.1. 6 dB BANDWIDTH ......................................................................................................10 7.2. 99% and 26 dB BANDWIDTH .....................................................................................13 7.3. POWER ......................................................................................................................16 7.4. PEAK OUTPUT POWER ............................................................................................20 7.5. FREQUENCY STABILITY ...........................................................................................21 7.6. TX SPURIOUS EMISSIONS .......................................................................................24 7.6.1. Spurious Emissions 30 MHz TO 1 GHz ...............................................................25 7.6.2. Spurious Emissions 1 TO 18 GHz ........................................................................28 7.6.3. Spurious Emissions 18 to 26 GHz ........................................................................37 7.6.4. Spurious Emissions 26 TO 40 GHz ......................................................................40 7.6.5. Spurious Emissions 40 TO 200 GHz ....................................................................43 7.7. AC POWER LINE CONDUCTED EMISSIONS ...........................................................44 8. GROUP INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................48 9. RF EXPOSURE .................................................................................................................49 10. SETUP PHOTOS ...........................................................................................................52 REPORT NO: 15U20374-E1A DATE: AUGUST 11, 2015 802.11ad MODULE FCC ID: PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 Page 4 of 55 UL VERIFICATION SERVICES INC FORM NO: CCSUP4701I 47173 BENICIA STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written approval of UL Verification Services Inc.. 1. ATTESTATION OF TEST RESULTS COMPANY NAME: QUALCOMM ATHEROS, INC. 1700 TECHNOLOGY DRIVE SAN JOSE, CA 95110, U.S.A. EUT DESCRIPTION: 802.11ad MODULE MODEL: QCA9008-SBD1 SERIAL NUMBER: 1351300100, 1351300114 DATE TESTED: JUNE 2 - JUNE 20, 2015 APPLICABLE STANDARDS STANDARD TEST RESULTS CFR 47 Part 15 Subpart C Pass UL Verification Services Inc. tested the above equipment in accordance with the requirements set forth in the above standards. All indications of Pass/Fail in this report are opinions expressed by UL Verification Services Inc. based on interpretations and/or observations of test results. Measurement Uncertainties were not taken into account and are published for informational purposes only. The test results show that the equipment tested is capable of demonstrating compliance with the requirements as documented in this report. Note: The results documented in this report apply only to the tested sample, u…

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REPORT NO: 15U20374-E1A DATE: AUGUST 11, 2015 802.11ad MODULE FCC ID: PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 Page 49 of 55 UL VERIFICATION SERVICES INC FORM NO: CCSUP4701I 47173 BENICIA STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written approval of UL Verification Services Inc.. 9. RF EXPOSURE FCC RULES §15.255 (g) Regardless of the power density levels permitted under this section, devices operating under the provisions of this section are subject to the radiofrequency radiation exposure requirements specified in §§1.1307(b), 2.1091 and 2.1093 of this chapter, as appropriate. Applications for equipment authorization of devices operating under this section must contain a statement confirming compliance with these requirements for both fundamental emissions and unwanted emissions. Technical information showing the basis for this statement must be submitted to the Commission upon request. §1.1310 The criteria listed in Table 1 shall be used to evaluate the environmental impact of human exposure to radio-frequency (RF) radiation as specified in §1.1307(b), except in the case of portable devices which shall be evaluated according to the provisions of §2.1093 of this chapter. REPORT NO: 15U20374-E1A DATE: AUGUST 11, 2015 802.11ad MODULE FCC ID: PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 Page 50 of 55 UL VERIFICATION SERVICES INC FORM NO: CCSUP4701I 47173 BENICIA STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written approval of UL Verification Services Inc.. TECHNICAL INFORMATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH 15.255 (g) SHOWING BASIS OF UPPER BOUND RESULTS FOR BOTH FUNDAMENTAL AND UNWANTED EMISSIONS REPORT NO: 15U20374-E1A DATE: AUGUST 11, 2015 802.11ad MODULE FCC ID: PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 Page 51 of 55 UL VERIFICATION SERVICES INC FORM NO: CCSUP4701I 47173 BENICIA STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written approval of UL Verification Services Inc.. CALCULATIONS EIRP is converted to Power Density using the equation: P D = EIRP / (4 * Pi * D S ^2) where: P D = power density in mW/m^2 EIRP = Equivalent Isotropic Radiated Power in mW D S = separation distance in cm RESULTS FOR FUNDAMENTAL EMISSIONS ChannelAverageAverageSeparationPowerFCC EIRPEIRPDistanceDensityLimit (dBm)(mW)(cm)(mW/cm^2)(mW/cm^2) 123.7234.423200.051 229.8954.993200.191 328.7741.310200.151 UPPER BOUND RESULTS FOR BOTH FUNDAMENTAL AND UNWANTED EMISSIONS ChannelIntegratedSeparationPowerFCC EIRPDistanceDensityLimit (mW)(cm)(mW/cm^2)(mW/cm^2) 1238.278200.051 2958.847200.191 3745.165200.151

REPORT NO: 15U20374-E1A DATE: AUGUST 11, 2015 802.11ad MODULE FCC ID: PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 Page 52 of 55 UL VERIFICATION SERVICES INC FORM NO: CCSUP4701I 47173 BENICIA STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written approval of UL Verification Services Inc.. 10. SETUP PHOTOS POWER MEASUREMENT SETUP FRONT PHOTO BACK PHOTO REPORT NO: 15U20374-E1A DATE: AUGUST 11, 2015 802.11ad MODULE FCC ID: PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 Page 53 of 55 UL VERIFICATION SERVICES INC FORM NO: CCSUP4701I 47173 BENICIA STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written approval of UL Verification Services Inc.. RADIATED RF MEASUREMENT SETUP RADIATED FRONT PHOTO RADIATED BACK PHOTO REPORT NO: 15U20374-E1A DATE: AUGUST 11, 2015 802.11ad MODULE FCC ID: PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 Page 54 of 55 UL VERIFICATION SERVICES INC FORM NO: CCSUP4701I 47173 BENICIA STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written approval of UL Verification Services Inc.. FREQUENCY STABILITY SETUP TEMPERATURE CHAMBER REPORT NO: 15U20374-E1A DATE: AUGUST 11, 2015 802.11ad MODULE FCC ID: PPD-QCA9008-SBD1 Page 55 of 55 UL VERIFICATION SERVICES INC FORM NO: CCSUP4701I 47173 BENICIA STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538, USA TEL: (510) 771-1000 FAX: (510) 661-0888 This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written approval of UL Verification Services Inc.. POWERLINE CONDUCTED EMISSIONS MEASUREMENT SETUP END OF REPORT LINE CONDUCTED FRONT PHOTO LINE CONDUCTED BACK PHOTO