This sections shows you how to setup your device and get started with Home Assistant
Prerequisites
- Home Assistant Green
- Ethernet connection to your local network and internet access
- Web browser, tablet, or phone (Android or iOS)
- Electrical outlet
To get started with Home Assistant Green
Step 1
Connecting the Ethernet cable
- Plug in your Ethernet cable and make sure it is locked into place.
- Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to your router or switch.
Step 2
Powering up
- Connect the power to the electrical outlet and then to the Home Assistant Green.
Step 3
Checking the status light
- Wait for a few minutes until the yellow light starts blinking in a heartbeat pattern.
Step 4
Getting started with Home Assistant
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Initial startup may take a while, depending on your internet connection.
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Install the app.
To access Home Assistant from your mobile device, use the QR code to locate the app in the app store.
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Select your Home Assistant server.
Mobile: Confirm the IP address detected by the app. For example
http://192.168.1.196:8123Desktop: Visit http://homeassistant.local:8123 to access the Home Assistant user interface.
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The Home Assistant user interface guides you through the initial onboarding.
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For further information, refer to the instructions provided under https://www.home-assistant.io/getting-started/onboarding/.