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Why does the Base battery require a permanent Wi-Fi connection? What are the steps for connecting my battery to Wi-Fi?

Why does the Base battery require a permanent Wi-Fi connection? What are the steps for connecting my battery to Wi-Fi?

Updated over a month ago

Connecting the Base battery to your home Wi-Fi ensures continuous connectivity for battery monitoring and telemetry data.

The Base software relies on a constant connection to:

  • Monitor battery health

  • Optimize energy trading with the grid

  • Predict potential outages

  • Track your energy usage and savings

Steps for connecting your home Wi-Fi:
1. Log in to your Base Dashboard here or Base App

2. Click the Wi-Fi icon on the top right corner

3. Enter your home Wi-Fi information

4. Wait until the icon turns green

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