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5 Configuring the Network Settings SMA America, LLC
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5 Configuring the Network Settings
In order to access the inverter via the Internet, the Sunny WebBox must be set up in a plant network
(for information on the Sunny WebBox, see the Sunny WebBox user manual. In order for multiple
Sunny Centrals to operate in the same network, the Sunny WebBox must receive a unique network
address from every Sunny Central (for information on the network concept in a PV plant,
see technical information "Plant Communication in large-scale PV plants" at www.SMA-America.com).
Settings:
• Set the IP address on the computer
• Set the IP address of the Sunny WebBox
Setting the IP address on the computer
1. In Windows, select Start > Run.
2. Enter ncpa.cpl in the box and press [OK].
☑ The "Network Connections" window opens.
3. Double-click on the LAN connection via which the Sunny Central is connected.
4. Select [Properties].
☑ The "Local Area Connection Properties" window opens.
5. Mark "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)" and select [Properties].
☑ The "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties" window opens.
6. Note down the existing network settings so that you can restore the settings in your computer
after commissioning the Sunny Central.
7. In the "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties" window, enter the following properties:
• Enter 192.168.0.100 in the "IP address" field.
• Enter 255.255.255.0 in the "Subnet mask" field.
8. Select [OK].
9. In the "Local Area Connection Properties" window, select [OK].
☑ The computer is set according to the network settings of the Sunny Central.