SMA STP 50-40 - Activate WPS Function

8 Operation
SMA Solar Technology AG
Operating manual STP50-4x-BE-en-23 73
Requirement:
☐ The SMA Grid Guard code must be available to change network-relevant parameters after the
first 10hours of feed-in operation, or after completing the installation assistant. You can
request the SMA Grid Guard code via the Online Service Center.
Procedure:
1. Open the user interface (see Section8.2, page61).
2. Log in as Installer.
3. Select the menu User Settings (see Section8.4, page68) on the start page of the user
interface.
4. In the context menu, select [Starting the installation assistant].
☑ The installation assistant will open.
8.8 Activate WPS Function
The WPS function can be used for different purposes:
• Automatic connection to a network (e.g. via router)
• Direct connection between the product and a smart device
Depending on the intended application of the WPS function, the procedure for activation will vary.
Activating WPS function for automatic connection to a network
Requirements:
☐ WLAN must be activated in the product.
☐ WPS must be activated on the router.
Procedure:
1. Open the user interface (see Section8.2, page61).
2. Log in as Installer.
3. Start the installation assistant (see Section8.7, page72).
4. Select Network configuration.
5. Select WPS for WLAN network button in the WLAN tab.
6. Select Activate WPS.
7. Select Save and next and exit the installation assistant.
☑ The WPS function is activated and the automatic connection to the network can be
established.
Activating the WPS function for direct connection to the smart device.
• Activate the WPS function on the inverter. To do this, tap twice in succession on the enclosure
lid of the DC-Connection Unit next to the LEDs. The blue LED flashes quickly for approx. two
minutes. The WPS function is active during this time.