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    Mios dashboard isn't displaying anything. Anyone know what is going on?

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    It sounds like you've got a solid plan to reset your HVAC system remotely using a smart plug! The high attic temperature is definitely a key concern here. Most consumer-grade smart plugs aren't designed for environments as hot as 135°F, but there are a few industrial-grade or higher temperature-rated options you could consider.

    Unfortunately, Wyze and Lutron don't currently offer smart plugs that can handle that kind of heat. However, here are some options that might work for your situation:

    Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug by TP-Link – This plug is reliable and WiFi-based, but it’s only rated for temperatures up to around 104°F. You could possibly mitigate the heat with some insulation or a vented enclosure.

    Insteon On/Off Outlet – While this requires the Insteon hub, it’s designed to withstand higher temperatures, and it's one of the more durable options available.

    Meross Smart Plug – Meross plugs are Wi-Fi based and may be more temperature-resistant compared to regular smart plugs. However, you'd need to check specific temperature limits.

    If none of these options work in the attic due to heat, you could consider placing the smart plug in a cooler area outside the attic, connected to a switch that controls the HVAC unit.

    Lastly, make sure the plug you choose can handle 15 amps and ensure that the installation adheres to local electrical codes for safety.

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    @therealdb said in [How-To] Migrate from Vera to Zwave.me and then ZwaveJS in 2024:

    asking why it took me so many years to switch

    Now six years since the announcement of the acquisition. Both are dead; one of them just doesn't know it yet.

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    Why use any individual scene code at all? Per the reference docs you cited, if you define a scene_prolog global (presumably with the exact same code as your existing executeSceneNumber) that should work directly.

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    I have a Sonoff NSPanel connected to HASS via NSPanel_HA_Blueprint in the hallway where the physical buttons are remapped from the relays to just publish MQTT messages to left or right garage door, appreciated by the whole family. Weather and QR code for guest WiFi also used by some but the rest is just for fun and as @toggledbits said, more of a dashboard rather than a scene controller but it was mentioned 🙂

    We have Xiaomi Aqara Mini Switches in each bathroom/toilet for manual override of the extraction fan if needed.

    My only Shelly i3 is connected to a cheap dumb twilight switch so Reactor can control which lights to turn on/off rather than the actual relay.

    We have some IKEA Tradfri wireless dimmers, I had an idea to use one for manual start/stop of our Wallbox charger but it never happened as we found ourself use Siri for that when needed.

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    Don't know where to post this really so I'll post it here.

    I am running HAos in a Virtual Machine using Oracle Virtual Box Manager.

    Occasionally, Virtual Box or HA hangs up whereupon I have to manually restart from the Windows on the NUC. I'd like to set it up to have a watchdog to Close out the HA, and then restart it when this happens automatically.

    I'd also like to keep all my Z-Wave devices connected. One of my locks will become non-responsive and show up as a dead node even though I've put two powered devices between it and the Controller. A lot of times a route rebuild does not fix it and neither will a device interview. Is there a script to have this happen on

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    Thanks for that! Not tried a new install recently, so will give it a go.

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    That's the beauty of community support!

  • Blog posts from individual members. Feel free to talk about your project, your smart home setup!

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    Hey,

    I’m curating a list of smart home automation ideas, and here are 15+ ones (and still counting).

    What do you think?

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    The smart home trend is dramatically evolving with at least 69% households in US owing at least one smart device.

    So how could they ease your work and life?

    I gathered and asked 15+ smart home professionals a same question:

    “What’s your most favorite automation (ideas) for smart homes that is improving your life?”

    Let’s check their ideas:

    (source: https//www.leadsrating.com/security-cameras/smart-home-automation-ideas/)

    Routine Checking Smart Curtain and Blinds Smart Interaction Smart LED String Lights Turn Outdoor Water On/Off Automation NFC Tags Automation Remote Control and Scenes Smart Interoperability Reducing Your Home Cleaning Job Light Control Automation Smart Blinds Light Management Adjusting Natural Light Automation Seamless Connectivity Simple Switch Bot Changing My Overall Everyday Process

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