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Thanks, Adam. I’ve checked the cables from computers and each sees ext devices/drives. I’ve rotated the ports on the Pi. But cable ordered. {sigh}

I’m a newcomer and never worked with electricity - so looking for a simple answer. No Transfer Switch right now. Currently, I plan to use my 6000xp as outage back up. I have no panels. Scenario: power outage, string some extension cords to power fridges/freezers, internet/wifi, some strings of...

Wish I’d seen this before a trip to Lowe’s, as I’m 30 mins away from the nearest anything {sigh} THANK YOU for the info and kind effort.

I just got mine yesterday. Attaching pics of mine. You can see PV, 1 for Load/Grid/Gen which are the same, and Com

This battery was on Will’s site, and should fit. https://powerurus.com/products/powerurus-12v-100ah-lifepo4-deep-cycle-rechargeable-battery?aff=2

Knowing this is an old post, here goes… the goal zero site, in Q/A’s at least, say you cannot from-in replace the AGM with lithium. I have a 1250 we bought 10 years ago when I couldn’t wrap my head around any of this as a DIY. It has served us well, although I have replaced the AGM, and added a...

I’m sorry folks. After many posts read, 5 USB cables, 2 cables matching the one in the original post, SA shows nothing, and doesn’t see the inverter. I started SA with the 6500-ex and 1 battery in January and it worked fine. Mine is just set up to be power outage back up for now, no solar. I...

Sure. Thanks for replying so quickly. This USB cable is the first I used in January that worked.

I have a similar question - I have a pair of panels, Suniva 260w, Voc=38.1v., 9.08 amps (Isc) 8.6a Imp. I’d like to use one with a 10-year old Goal Zero Yeti 1250, max input voltage is 24v, max input 200w. Is there a product that could step this voltage down so I can use it?

That makes sense - since the unit's fans are near the top, it's creating the draft through to pull the heat. I think I can work with 75 degrees if it's at one end of the cart. It also might cause an issue with warranty if not in compliance. Thanks so much for responding!

I know it can only take 24v max. My question was can the ~38v panels be stepped down to use with the Yeti.

I didn’t find an exact matching post, sorry if this is a duplicate. Really a newb on electrical and solar components. I have a Goal Zero Yeti 1250 lead acid that can only accept 200w, 24v max. From an old DIY from someone else, I have 2 Suniva 260w, 38.1 Voc 8-9 amp panel. How can I step down...

I’m new so my logic is likely not complete or sound, advice welcomed. I purchased the EG4 6500EX-48 and 1 EG4 LL battery, for now. Staged goals are based having a portable dual fuel generator w/ propane (1000 gal tank) and hook up Power outage back up for food refrigeration (Several), some...

Thanks for the help! When I moved in, I had a sub panel installed on a 100 amp breaker for my garage wood shop, currently 2 double pole for 2 240v receptacles, 3 20amp for outlets on 3 walls. Pic attached. I’m only just understanding home electrical, and it’s always scared me ?. But I’ll...

I am currently running a 6500-ex, using a Raspberry Pi and solar assistant. The pi is connected by usb to the inverter. Is this possible with the 6000xp?

Well, have to admit I had the same question bottom line: what did I do in June? Bought for a power back up for outages, luckily not had to use it yet. Had plans of building around it. Now I wish I’d saved my money, or perhaps bought an ecoflow or competitor to it. I really feel I wasted money...

Tried searching, sorry if this is repetitive. I just purchased the 6000xp. My approach must be slow in that I’m starting ONLY as a power outage back up with just a 6500-ex and 1 LL v2 battery. My 6500-ex was laying horizontally on a cart on top of just one battery. No panels, no transfer switch...

Dumb question: is there any 1 post that has info like this for newbies end to end? Have I just not found it? This is why when I could afford it I just bought a Goal Zero 11 years ago - no fussing. Can’t afford it these days. Sorry for the whining.

Will talks about it as setting #26 on the panel. I’m not set up yet, just going off his 48v diagram post

Some were asking about knockout size. I posted this after receiving my 6000xp on Saturday. Be sure to see the images posted in answer to mine, as it gives actual sizes (as I understood it) Knock Out size and size for Cable Glands

I may still try the swap, but my gears just grind trying to follow the work, and I’ve never been one to mess with electronics or electrical equipment. I know my breaker box, and an electrician’s number. I have the 1250 - which I agree is a legend. I bought 2 systems that year, the GZ and a small...

Thanks a bunch! I just purchased and fumbled through an EG4 inverter and 48v battery for emergency back up, so the cost will be in line after I catch back up. Hope I can call on you a couple months down the road.