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IP network configuration and routers

1. General parameters

Subnet Routers or 4G

When a local internet connection is available, it is not necessary to use a 4G router with a SIM card.

However, it is recommended to create a subnet to connect all Climkit devices (Gateway, RS485 converters, EV chargers, etc...).

If only the Climkit Gateway is present, there is no need to create a subnet. It can be directly connected to the local router.

Always assign the subnet router an IP address different from that of the local Internet router. For example, if the local router uses the address 192.168.1.1, then configure the subnet router with the address 192.168.2.1 or 192.168.0.1.

Static IP Address

Some devices require a static IP address to be able to communicate with each other:

  • The Gateway when used with electric vehicle chargers. By convention, its IP address ends with .10 (e.g., 192.168.2.10).
  • The RS485/Ethernet Converter when used with RFID readers or Modbus meters.
  • Another Ethernet or Wifi device such as the Shelly Meter-relay.

See the routers below for configuration.

2. Teltonika - TRB140 LTE

The Teltonika TRB140 LTE is commonly used as a 4G router.

Set a static IP address

In a browser, log in to the router with its default IP address 192.168.2.1 and its credentials (default = admin/admin01). In the left menu, go to:

  • Status > Network > LAN > DHCP Leases.
  • Copy the MAC address of the device for which you want to set a static IP address.
  • Go to: Network > LAN > Local Network Settings and click on the small pencil ✏️ to proceed with the modification.
  • Under Add Lease, enter a name (e.g., shelly_1 or climkit_gateway) and click Add.
  • Choose an unused IP address between 192.168.2.10 and 192.168.2.99.
  • Paste the device's MAC address.
  • Click Save & Apply. The address can then be modified/deleted under Network > LAN > Static Lease.
  • Reboot the device or the router for the changes to take effect.

Modify SIM card settings

  • APN
  • PIN Code

3. Ensure connection to the RMS system

If the connection to the RMS (Remote Management System) is not made automatically, you must ensure that it is correctly configured in the router.

This step can be done once the router is successfully connected to the network. It can be performed if the router is already registered in the RMS system.

To ensure the router is correctly configured for connection to the RMS:

  1. Connect to the same network as the router
  2. Access the router's web page (usually 192.168.2.1) with the credentials found on the platform
  3. Go to Services -> Cloud Solutions -> RMS
  4. The "RMS Settings" parameters must be:
    1. Connection Type: Enabled
    2. Hostname: rms.teltonika-networks.com
    3. Port: 15009
  5. The status must be:
    1. Management status: Enabled
    2. Connection state: Connected
  6. If the status is not "Connected", click the "Reconnect" button at the top of the page.

4. TL-R470T+

The TP-Link TL-R470T+ is generally used as a subnet router.

Consult the manual on how to modify its settings and set a static IP address.

Useful link: Router manual

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