hot saddle
Hello everybody. I am adding more and more zigbee devices to my HA instance… all through a single Sonoff Zigbee Adapter. I wonder if there is recommended limit of devices that should be connected to a single zigbee adapter and if HA supports using multiple Zigbee Adapters to distribute the traffic load more efficiently.
Thx in advance
crimson stag
The Zigbee integrations/implementations only support one coordinator each.
It would be possible to use different integrations/implementations (e.g. ZHA and Zigbee2MQTT) to create additional Zigbee networks. But that would need additional channels and might cause other issues. The networks also wouldn't communicate and route between each other (other than HA automations).
regal glen
The Sonoff USB adapters can handle around 30-35 routing devices without too much issue. Each routing device should be able to handle 5-10 end devices. So, that would be between 300-350 total devices in the mesh. If you're above that, you'll want to get yourself a more powerful coordinator.
hot saddle
The Sonoff USB adapters can handle around 30-35 routing devices without too much...
I am not quite sure which of my devices qualify as routing devices. I think I only have end devices…
regal glen
I am not quite sure which of my devices qualify as routing devices. I think I on...
Routing devices are typically anything mains powered (switches, plugs, most bulbs, etc). If you don’t have any, you need some.
bronze crescent
I am not quite sure which of my devices qualify as routing devices. I think I on...
If you have any zigbee devices that run from USB or mains power rather than batteries, it's likely that they work as routers.
Skyconnect has a Visualisation map that lets you see how zigbee devices interconnect. making it obvious which devices are acting as routers. Maybe Sonoff has something similar?
regal glen
If you have any zigbee devices that run from USB or mains power rather than batt...
The visualization map is generated by ZHA or Z2M. The adapter used doesn’t really matter.
hot saddle
This is what it’s showing for me… seems like all are connected to the same receiver
Are there dedicated repeater devices I could install around the house? Any recommendation? Best would be those that don’t block the power outlet but provide a plug in addition to working as a repeater
ancient thistle
What kind of devices are these?
hot saddle
Window sensors, Temperature and humidity sensors. All battery powered
I wouldn’t mind getting repeaters… I am planning my next smart home purchase right now
ancient thistle
Then that's normal. You need routers.
hot saddle
Alright. Any recommendations on those? My Zigbee stick is that recommended sonoff thingy
ancient thistle
Just buy some power plugs.
hot saddle
ancient thistle
A recommendation is to use an extension cable.
hot saddle
Just buy some power plugs.
Best would be power plugs that also are zigbee controllable… right now I do have some, but those are all mqtt. IKEA has some new smart plugs, but not sure if those work as repeaters too
hot saddle
A recommendation is to use an extension cable.
Cause of interference?
ancient thistle
Yes. Of course they would have to be zigbee plugs to help your mesh. I thought that was implied.
hot saddle
AFAIK the ones plugs are Zigbee, dunno if they work as repeaters though
ancient thistle
https://www.zigbee2mqtt.io/advanced/zigbee/01_zigbee_network.html
https://www.zigbee2mqtt.io/advanced/zigbee/02_improve_network_range_and_stability.html
https://www.home-assistant.io/integrations/zha/#using-router-devices-to-add-more-devices
Most mains powered things act as a router. Repeater is more of a WiFi term.
hot saddle
Yes. Of course they would have to be zigbee plugs to help your mesh. I thought t...
I am aware they need to be Zigbee. Just wanted to imply that I am happy to replace those mqtt power plugs with zigbee plugs
hot saddle
<https://www.zigbee2mqtt.io/advanced/zigbee/01_zigbee_network.html>
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Thx for the clarification. Bout the naming
Seems like these are the new generation and (from what I could gather) work as routers too
https://www.ikea.com/de/de/p/inspelning-steckdose-smart-stromzaehler-00569836/
I’ll try to get my hands on a couple of those. Had plans to get some anyways
Question though: when I add these to my network, will the Zigbee devices automatically connect to nearby routers or will I have to re-configure in HA?
ancient thistle
The devices should find their route automatically within 24h. There are some exceptions with aquara IIRC but a re-pair should fix that.
I think I'll buy some of those ikea ones. Mine whine a bit.
hot saddle
Oh, u mean high frequency sound?
ancient thistle
Yes.
hot saddle
Yikes. That could be annoying. Are those the old ones or the new ones? Tradfi or inspelling?
*tretakt
ancient thistle
Neither. Tuya ones 😅
hot saddle
Ah, alright 🙂
bronze crescent
Are there dedicated repeater devices I could install around the house? Any recom...
Aurora AOne is an example of that. I had a temperature sensor in my garage that was intermittent. I plugged an AOne into a socket in the bedroom nearest the garage and the temperature sensor has been flawless ever since.
But it doesn't just provide a routing service. The socket has full zigbee switching and monitoring. You could still use it only as a router if there's nothing cheaper.