Connect a Chargestation

Point your Chargestation to eDRV

Before connecting your OCPP compatible chargestation to eDRV you must get the Connection URL and Endpoint. See Chargestation Credentials.

Note the exact process of configuring your chargestation to point to eDRV will differ by manufacturer. Here are a few examples.

Example: Connecting a Zerova Chargestation

In the OCPP Backend menu, set the Central System URL and Charge Box Id

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Browser based Phihong config utility

Central System URL is the the eDRV Connection URL.
Charge Box Id is the eDRV Endpoint.

Example: Configuring an EO Charging - Genius 2

The CSMS Server Address is the eDRV Connection URL. You must edit the Connection URL to specify port 80 as follows:

  • ws://csms.edrv.io:80/XXXX

The Charger Identity is the eDRV Endpoint

Example: Configuring an Alfen Chargestation

The Back Office URL is the eDRV Connection URL.

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Alfen EV Proline configuration utility

The Customer identification number is the four digit eDRV Endpoint

Chargestation Connection Status

Once you have configured your chargestation please visit the dashboard to check the status.

Online StatusIconDetails
ConnectedHandshakeChargestation is connected to eDRV cloud
DisconnectedBroken LinkChargestation is offline

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My chargestation is online 🥳

if you see a "handshake" icon on the dashboard, you have successfully connected your chargestation to eDRV cloud.

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I am stuck 😢

Are you having trouble connecting your chargestation to eDRV?
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What’s Next

If you have successfully connected your chargestation, lets grab your API Key and send a test command.