8 Operation
SMA Solar Technology AG
Operating manual
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SI44M-80H-13-BE-en-15
8.1.4
Establishing a Connection via Ethernet in the local network
New IP address for connecting with a local network
If the product is connected to a local network (e.g. via a router), the product will receive a new IP address.
Depending on the type of configuration, the new IP address will be assigned automatically by the DHCP server
(router) or manually by you. Upon completion of the configuration, the product can only be reached via the
following access addresses:
• Generally applicable access address: IP address manually assigned or assigned by the DHCP server (router)
(identification via network scanner software or network configuration of the router).
• Access address for Apple and Linux systems:
SMA[serial number].local
(e.g. SMA0123456789.local)
• Access address for Windows and Android systems:
http://SMA[serial number]
(e.g., http://
SMA0123456789)
Requirements:
☐ The product must be connected to the local network via a network cable (e.g. via a router).
☐ The product must be integrated into the local network. Tip: There are various methods of integrating the product
into the local network with the aid of the installation assistant.
☐ A smart device (e.g. smartphone, tablet or laptop) must be available.
☐ The smart device must be in the same local network as the product.
☐ The respective latest version of one of the following web browsers must be installed on the smart device: Chrome,
Edge, Firefox or Safari.
☐ The personal SMA Grid Guard code of the Installer must be available for the changing of grid-relevant settings
after completion of the first 10 operating hours or of the installation assistant. You can request the SMA Grid
Guard code via the Online Service Center.
Procedure:
1. Open the web browser of your smart device. Enter the IP address of the product in the address bar of the web
browser.
2.
Web browser signals a security vulnerability
After the IP address has been entered, a message might appear indicating that the connection to the user
interface of the product is not secure. SMA Solar Technology AG guarantees the security of the user
interface.
• Continue loading the user interface.
☑ The login page of the user interface opens.
8.2
Logging In and Out of the User Interface
After a connection to the user interface of the inverter has been established, the login page opens. Log onto the user
interface as described below.
Usage of cookies
For the correct display of the user interface, cookies are required. The cookies are used for convenience only. By
using this user interface you agree to the placement of cookies.
