Create a local Zigbee network on Home Assistant OS with Zigbee2MQTT

Zigbee cannot be ignored if you are trying to outfit your smart home. Unlock the true potential of your smart home with this comprehensive guide on installing Zigbee2MQTT on your Home Assistant server. Learn step-by-step how to seamlessly integrate Zigbee devices, a wireless communication protocol that enables a robust network of interconnected devices, ensuring reliable and efficient communication between your smart devices.

Links from the video:
Zigbee2MQTT Github:
https://github.com/zigbee2mqtt/hassio...

Zigbee2MQTT Supported Device List: https://www.zigbee2mqtt.io/supported-...

Nirsoft WifiInfoView: https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/wifi_in...

MetaGeek Wifi & Zigbee Info:
https://www.metageek.com/training/res...


HAVING AN ISSUE? Are you using a Sonoff Model "E" vs "P"?

From Zigbee2MQTT FAQ's:
"Note before buying that ITead slightly confusingly now sells both the "ZBDongle-E" (based on EFR32MG21) and "ZBDongle-P" (based on CC2652P).

If Zigbee2MQTT fails to start, try adding the following to your configuration.yaml

serial:
adapter: ezsp
"


Amazon Links:
SONOFF Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus Gateway, Universal Zigbee USB Gateway with Antenna for Home Assistant ($32) : https://amzn.to/44i4uWU (This is the model ZBDongle-P, not ZBDongle-E, it is easier to setup!)

Amazon Basics USB-A 3.0 Extension Cable, 4.8Gbps High-Speed, Male to Female Gold-Plated Connectors, 3.3 Foot, Black ($10) : https://amzn.to/45o6ZIu

Aqara Motion Sensor ($21) : https://amzn.to/3stG7sg


Timeline:
00:00 Introduction
00:22 Shopping List
01:13 Installation of MQTT Broker
01:44 Add Zigbee2MQTT Repository
02:48 Setup of Sonoff Zigbee Dongle
04:27 Check Wifi Interference
07:32 Connect First Zigbee Device
12:06 Closing Comments