Quick Guide: Performing Powerwall 3 Device Setup in Tesla One

Log in to Tesla One & Connect to the Site Controller (Powerwall 3)

Log in to Tesla One and enter the Tesla Device Setup flow. Follow prompts to scan the QR code on Powerwall 3 to connect to the system.

Tesla Direct Installer Sign-in

Certified Installer Sign-in

Note

If unable to log in with a Partner account, contact the Partner Portal admin from the Certified Installer company. They may need to add the user in the User Management feature in Partner Portal. No specific role is required.

Update Tesla One

Update Tesla One to version 12.1 or later.

Note

Whenever a Tesla One update is available, update the app. This ensures all the latest features are available. Check for an updated app version at least once a week!

Configure Wi-Fi Connection

Connect the system to the homeowner's Wi-Fi network. This is a best practice, and is required in areas where cellular service is weak.

Note

Ethernet can be configured as an alternative to Wi-Fi.

Check for Software Update

If a Site Controller update is available, update the system to ensure it is running the latest software version (ensure a minimum version of 23.44.1).

Note

The system will reboot during the Installing Update step of the software update process; to see if the device is broadcasting Wi-Fi again after rebooting, search for the device's Wi-Fi network in the phone's available network list.

Configure Settings

Configure the system Grid Code and Solar Installation Type, and Site Import & Export Limits if applicable.

Note

To learn more about Site Import and Export Limits, see the Power Control System (PCS) Features for Powerwall Systems application note.

Configure Energy Metering

From the Metering tab:

View live measurements from each meter, including solar production
Select meters to configure their CTs

Note

For Powerwall 3 systems, Neurio meters are not supported.

Start System, Allow Devices to Update and Solar Self-Tests to Complete, and Confirm Solar is Producing

After selecting Start System, select System to view the status of each device update.

Note

Solar is automatically enabled for Powerwall 3 when the system is started. There is no Enable button.

Perform a Backup Test

Perform a Backup Test to confirm the system operates as expected when off-grid.

Register the System

Tesla Direct Installer Registration

Tesla installers can register the system automatically so long as the job is on their schedule in Tesla One.