4. Accessing the GX device
It is possible to access the GX device using either a smartphone, tablet or computer.
This access is called Remote Console. In GX devices with a display this Remote Console feature may be disabled by default and need to be enabled. GX devices without a display have Remote Console enabled by default.
There are several ways to get access:
Via the local LAN/WiFi network
Through the online VRM Portal, which requires internet
4.1. Accessing Remote Console via the local LAN/WiFi Network
This section explains how to connect to Remote Console when the Cerbo-S GX is connected to the local computer network, with either an Ethernet cable, or having it configured to connect to a local WiFi network.
This method does not require an internet connection. Just a local computer network is sufficient.
Once connected, connect to the GX Device by running the VictronConnect App on a phone, tablet or laptop. Note that will need to be connected to the same computer network as the Cerbo-S GX.
This video shows how it is done
4.1.1. Alternative methods to find the IP Address for Remote Console
In case VictronConnect can't be used, here are a few other methods to find the Cerbo-S GX, ie. its IP Address.
Link Local Address - Venus.local
When the Remote Console on LAN setting is enabled. A direct connection (via network cable without a router or DHCP server) is possible. You can access the GX device by typing venus.local or http://venus.local into a web browser, or in VictronConnect when connected to the same network. Only Enable this function on trusted networks or direct connections. Make sure you have disabled the password check, or set a password first.
IP Address on VRM
On the VRM Portal, you'll find the IP address on the Device List page of the installation. Note that this does require the Cerbo-S GX to be connected to the internet.
Network (on Microsoft Windows)
In a local network, for example at home, you can also find the Cerbo-S GX in the Windows 'Network' overview:
Double-clicking the icon will open up Remote Console on LAN.
Open the 'Properties' window to see the IP address.
This uses Universal plug-and-play broadcast technology.
4.2. Accessing via VRM
This method requires a working internet connection, both on your phone/tablet/laptop as well as for the Cerbo-S GX. For a new install, this means that it needs to be connected by Ethernet cable.
Step by step instructions:
First, connect the Cerbo-S GX to the internet by plugging it into a working Ethernet network which has a DHCP server, as most networks do, and which is connected to the internet. The Cerbo-S GX will immediately connect to VRM.
Now, go to the VRM Portal, https://vrm.victronenergy.com/, and follow the instructions to add the device. More information about this is available in the VRM Manual.
Then once visible on VRM, click the 'Remote Console' link to open the window. Which will look like below screenshot.
More technical information in the related troubleshooting chapter: Remote Console on VRM - Troubleshooting.
