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title: Power Source Configuration
description: "The [onboarding wizard](/docs/getting-started-first-time-setup/)'s **Power Source** step is where you add and connect your welding power source. You can do the same directly from **SmoothTool X Settings**. This page is a quick overview of selecting a power source. For the full…"
url: "https://hub.smooth-robotics.com/docs/getting-started-power-source-configuration/"
updated: "2026-09-23"
category: Getting Started
---

# Power Source Configuration

The [onboarding wizard](/docs/getting-started-first-time-setup/)'s **Power Source** step is where you add and connect your welding power source. You can do the same directly from **SmoothTool X Settings**.

This page is a quick overview of selecting a power source. For the full wiring, network and parameter setup of each brand, follow the dedicated guide in the [Power Sources](/docs/power-sources/) section.

## Add a power source

1. From the **Application** view, tap **SmoothTool X Settings**.

 ![Application page — SmoothTool X Settings tile](https://hub.smooth-robotics.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/manual-getting-started-power-source-configuration-power-source-settings-tile.webp)

1. Under **Components**, tap **Power Sources**, then tap **Add new power source**.

 ![Power Sources page — Add new power source](https://hub.smooth-robotics.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/manual-getting-started-power-source-configuration-power-source-add.webp)

1. Select the tile for your power source **brand** and choose the **model**, then confirm to open its configuration page.

## Next steps

Each brand has its own wiring, communication protocol (EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, digital I/O …) and weld parameters. Continue with the guide for your power source:

- See the [Power Sources](/docs/power-sources/) section for your specific brand and model.