SMA America, LLC
Commissioning
User Manual
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6.3 Connecting the Sunny WebBox Directly to the Computer
1. Connect the Sunny WebBox with the
blue
network cable (crossover cable) to the computer
(see ➀ ).
The connection of the computer is normally indicated by the same symbol as the Sunny WebBox
network connection. If necessary, refer to the computer manual.
2. Connect the plug-in power supply to the Sunny WebBox and plug it into the socket-outlet
(see ➁ ).
☑ As soon as the "SYSTEM" and "POWER" LEDs glow green, the Sunny WebBox has started up
and is ready for operation. The start-up procedure can take up to 90 seconds.
– IF the "SYSTEM" or "POWER" LEDs do not glow green, refer to section 14 ”Troubleshooting”
Recommendation on network cabling
If the supplied network cable is too short, observe the following network cable
requirements:
• You need an Ethernet crossover cable.
• Use a cable of type Cat5 or higher.
• Use a shielded cable.
• For a total length of no more than 328 ft. (100 m), observe the guidelines for
structured cabling in accordance with EIA/TIA-568, ISO/IEC 11801 and/
or EN 50173 (cable for fixed layout at least AWG24).
• For a total length of maximum 164 ft. (50 m) you can use a cable with AWG26/7.
