This step-by-step guide will show you exactly how to reconnect your Solis Wi-Fi dongle, configure it via the Solis Cloud app, and confirm your inverter is back online for monitoring.
We’ll cover everything from checking the dongle’s LED status to entering your Wi-Fi details and troubleshooting common issues.
Perfect for restoring monitoring when your system goes offline.
Before you start, you’ll need:
Your Wi-Fi dongle plugged into the inverter
Wi-Fi network name & password
Solis Cloud app (iOS or Android)
Physical access to your inverter
A mobile device with internet access
Timestamps:
0:02 – Introduction: How to reconnect Wi-Fi dongle
0:24 – Step 1: Power check & secure dongle connection
0:33 – LED status: Blinking vs solid green
0:41 – Step 2: Resetting the Wi-Fi dongle
0:45 – Opening Solis Cloud app & selecting Service
0:49 – Choosing Wi-Fi Configuration (manual or QR code)
1:02 – Using Browser Configuration mode
1:05 – Putting dongle into configuration mode
1:19 – Confirming rapid LED flash
1:23 – Step 3: Connecting your phone to dongle Wi-Fi
1:29 – Finding the correct SSID & password
1:41 – Logging in with admin credentials
1:51 – Step 4: Entering your home Wi-Fi details
2:05 – Step 6: Checking dongle connection
2:12 – Waiting for solid green LED
2:24 – Step 7: Confirming connection in Solis Cloud app
2:37 – Troubleshooting tips for connection issues
What you’ll learn:
How to reset and configure your Solis Wi-Fi dongle
How to connect it to your home Wi-Fi
How to confirm your inverter is online in Solis Cloud
How to fix common connection problems
0:04
Before you start, make sure you have the Wi-Fi dongle plugged into the inverter, your Wi-Fi network name and password, a smartphone with the SolisCloud app installed, either iOS or Android, physical access to the inverter, and a mobile device with Internet access.
0:a2
How to reconnect the Wi-Fi dongle?
0:24
Step one.
0:26
Make sure there is power to the inverter.
0:29
Ensure the inverter is powered on and the Wi-Fi dongle is securely connected.
0:33
The dongle will often have an LED.
0:36
The green light blinking equals not connected.
0:39
A solid green light equals connected.
0:41
Step 2.
0:43
Reset the Wi-Fi dongle.
0:45
Open your Solis Cloud app.
0:47
Select Service.
0:49
Select Wi-Fi Configuration manually enter serial number or use Scanner to scan the QR code.
1:00
Select Next.
1:02
Select Browser Configuration.
1:05
Press and hold the reset button on the dongle for 10 to 20 seconds until the LED begins flashing rapidly.
1:12
This puts the dongle into configuration mode.
1:15
You may hear a beep depending on the model select.
1:19
I'm sure it is flashing.
1:22
Step 3.
1:23
Connect your phone to the dongle's Wi-Fi.
1:26
Go to your phone's Wi-Fi settings.
1:29
Look for a network like this.
1:32
Connect to this network by entering the password 123456789.
1:39
You may be prompted for login.
1:41
Enter username ADMIN password ADMIN 123.
1:49
Select login Step 4.
1:51
Enter your Wi-Fi details.
1:53
Select Wi-Fi.
1:55
Select your home Wi-Fi network from the list.
1:58
Enter your Wi-Fi password.
2:01
Select Next.
2:02
Select OK.
2:04
Step 6.
2:05
Check dongle connection.
2:07
After saving, the dongle will disconnect from your phone and try to connect to your home Wi-Fi.
2:12
The green LED should change from blinking to solid if the connection is successful.
2:18
After saving, wait a few minutes to allow the data logger to establish a connection.
2:23
Step 7.
2:24
Confirm on Solis Cloud app.
2:26
Open the Solis Cloud app.
2:28
Check if your inverter is online.
2:30
If not, try refreshing the page or checking signal strength troubleshooting tips.
2:37
If the Wi-Fi SSID doesn't appear, try rebooting the inverter.
2:42
Make sure your 2.4 gigahertz Wi-Fi band is active.
2:46
Dongles do not support 5 gigahertz.
2:49
Keep your phone close to the inverter during setup.
2:52
If you have a mesh system, try connecting to the primary node or router.
2:57
If you are still experiencing problems, please contact Activ8 Customer Support for assistance.
Before you start
123456789
.ADMIN
and Password: ADMIN 123
, then Log in.
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