SMA Sunny Data Control V.5.0 - Manual (Page 28)

Connecting the PC to a Communication Device SMA Technologie AG
30 SDC-TEN081450 Technical Description
5.2. 6 Connection via the Ethernet NET Piggy-Back
Ethernet Network Communication Characteristics
• Any number of Sunny Boy Control / Plus devices can be connected to a PC via the Ethernet
network. The only limitation is the capability of the PC, whereby the main memory is the limiting
factor.
• A Sunny Boy Control / Plus can be connected directly to a PC.
• The PC must be equipped with an Ethernet network card.
• Each Sunny Boy Control / Plus requires an "Ethernet" version of the NET Piggy-Back.
Cabling Recommendations
The cable length and quality can adversely affect the signal quality. To achieve good results,
observe the following instructions.
• For the connection to a hub or router, you require a patch cable.
For the direct connection to a PC, you require a crossover cable.
• Use high quality cable, at least category 5 (SFTP Cat 5) or higher shielded twisted pair cable.
• The maximum permitted cable length for Ethernet cable is 100 m.
Connection to an Ethernet Network
1. Connect the PC to the network as described in the Ethernet network card's user manual.
2. Connect the Sunny Boy Control / Plus to the telephone network, as described in the
instructions for the Net Piggy-Back.
Direct Connection to a Single PC
1. Plug one end of the crossover cable into the PC's Ethernet network card.
2. Plug the other end of the Ethernet network cable into the NET socket of the
Sunny Boy Control / Plus.
3. Lay the cable properly so that there is no risk of persons tripping over it.
Router or hub