{"product_id":"eg4-wi-fi-ethernet-dongle","title":"EG4 Wi-Fi + Ethernet Dongle | Inverter Monitoring Adapter | IP65","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe EG4 Wi-Fi + Ethernet Dongle Connects Your EG4 Inverter to the Internet for Remote Monitoring Over Wi-Fi or a Wired LAN\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EG4 Wi-Fi + Ethernet Dongle (EG4 SKU EG4ADEV1.1) is a monitoring adapter that plugs into the dongle port on an EG4 inverter and sends system data to the EG4 Monitor app and web portal. It connects through a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network or a wired Ethernet cable to your router, so you can choose the connection that works best at your installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adapter is IP65 rated, mounts with four screws, has a built-in antenna and supports firmware updates locally or remotely. It reconnects automatically after a network interruption, so your data keeps flowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEG4 Wi-Fi + Ethernet Dongle Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTwo Ways to Connect\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse Wi-Fi when the router is close by, or run a shielded Ethernet cable (T568B pinout, up to 65 ft) when Wi-Fi is weak or unreliable at the inverter. EG4 rates the Wi-Fi range at up to 328 ft unobstructed and 148 ft indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRemote Monitoring From Anywhere\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce online, the dongle reports to the EG4 Monitor app (iOS and Android) and the EG4 monitoring website, so you can check your system from your phone or computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRugged IP65 Housing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IP65 housing and a water-resistant connector around the Ethernet cable protect the connection. It operates from -13°F to 158°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePlug-In, Screw-Fixed Installation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dongle inserts into the inverter's dongle port and is secured with four screws, so it stays firmly in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStatus LEDs and a Reset Button\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree LEDs show the connection to the inverter (INV), the internet (Cloud) and the router's IP address (IP). A multi-function RESET button switches modes and starts Wi-Fi pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRemote Firmware Updates\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirmware can be upgraded with a local tool or remotely, which keeps the dongle current without a site visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHomes with EG4 inverters.\u003c\/strong\u003e Check your system from the EG4 Monitor app instead of walking out to the inverter screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstalls with weak Wi-Fi.\u003c\/strong\u003e Run an Ethernet cable from the router when the inverter sits in a garage or utility room with poor signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallers and support.\u003c\/strong\u003e EG4 offers installer and distributor monitoring accounts, so your installer can see your system remotely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-inverter systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each inverter gets its own dongle, and the extra dongles are added to the account from the Configurations tab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Setup Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthernet.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove the water-resistant connector, fix the dongle to the inverter's port with its four screws, feed your Ethernet cable through the connector's rubber seal, click it into the dongle's RJ45 port and screw the connector back on. Plug the other end into your router.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWi-Fi.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hold RESET for about 5 seconds to enter Wi-Fi mode, join the dongle's own network from your phone, then choose Dongle Connect in the EG4 Monitor app and enter your home Wi-Fi name and password. All three LEDs light when it is connected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It Compares to Common Alternatives\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersus a Wi-Fi only dongle.\u003c\/strong\u003e A Wi-Fi only adapter depends entirely on wireless signal at the inverter. This dongle adds a wired Ethernet option for steadier monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersus no monitoring.\u003c\/strong\u003e Without a dongle, you only see what the inverter screen shows in person. With it, you can review performance and spot problems remotely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the EG4 Wi-Fi + Ethernet Dongle the Right Fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInverter.\u003c\/strong\u003e An EG4 inverter with a dongle port. Confirm your model with our team or EG4 before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork.\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.4GHz Wi-Fi (5GHz and Wi-Fi 6 are not supported), or a router port and a T568B Ethernet cable up to 65 ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRouter.\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic IP address assignment (DHCP) must be turned on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccount.\u003c\/strong\u003e An EG4 Monitor account, which needs a customer code from your installer or distributor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis May Be a Good Fit If\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want to monitor your EG4 system from your phone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour inverter is too far from the router for reliable \u003cspan style=\"white-space: nowrap;\"\u003eWi-Fi\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are replacing a lost or failed dongle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes It Work With 5GHz \u003cspan style=\"white-space: nowrap;\"\u003eWi-Fi?\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. In Wi-Fi mode it supports 2.4GHz networks only. Wi-Fi 6 is not currently supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs an Ethernet Cable Included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. EG4 recommends a shielded Ethernet cable with a T568B pinout and a run of no more than 65 ft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow Do I Know Which Mode It Is In?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch the IP LED. It flashes slowly (once per second) in Ethernet mode and rapidly (three times per second) in Wi-Fi mode. When all three LEDs stay on, communication is normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I Need One for Each Inverter?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. In a multi-inverter system, connect a dongle to each unit and add each one to your monitoring account.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x EG4 Wi-Fi + Ethernet Dongle With Water-Resistant RJ45 Connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep an Eye on Your EG4 System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EG4 Wi-Fi + Ethernet Dongle gives your EG4 inverter a dependable link to the EG4 Monitor app over Wi-Fi or Ethernet. At Outbound Power, we help customers choose the right parts for their solar and battery systems. 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