Is $800 to install a SolarEdge 4G communication kit a fair price?
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I recently purchased a home with a fully paid-off SolarEdge solar system, installed and maintained by Proton Brothers. I cannot connect to the inverter (model SolarEdge SE10000H-US, installed in 2019) via Wi-Fi, even after rebooting. The inverter label shows the Wi-Fi MAC address and password, but I don't know if Wi-Fi worked previously. I am asking if the $800 quote for the 4G communication kit is reasonable, if there are monthly fees, if Wi-Fi alternatives exist, and if DIY installation of a Wi-Fi communication board would affect the warranty.
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Installation of a 4G communication kit for a SolarEdge inverter to enable communication. This service is quoted by the original installer, Proton Brothers.
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