## Network - Test Internet Speed - [[Ethernet Cables]] - Modem - Router / Firewall - UDM Special Edition - Network Switches - [16-24 port at core]( [https://store.ui.com/us/en/collections/unifi-switching-standard-power-over-ethernet/products/usw-24-poe](https://store.ui.com/us/en/collections/unifi-switching-standard-power-over-ethernet/products/usw-24-poe)) - 5 for others (like entertainment system) - [[Access Points]] ## Hardware - [Dell Micropc]([https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=dell+3050+i3-7100t&_sacat=0&siteid=0&toolid=20013](https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=dell+3050+i3-7100t&_sacat=0&siteid=0&toolid=20013) - Network Hubs - [Z-wave Hub]([https://www.thesmartesthouse.com/products/zooz-800-series-z-wave-long-range-usb-stick-zst39](https://www.thesmartesthouse.com/products/zooz-800-series-z-wave-long-range-usb-stick-zst39) -[[ Z-wave]] is used for critical pieces - [Zigbee]([https://sonoff.tech/product/gateway-and-sensors/sonoff-zigbee-3-0-usb-dongle-plus-p/](https://sonoff.tech/product/gateway-and-sensors/sonoff-zigbee-3-0-usb-dongle-plus-p/)) - [[Zigbee]] can be used for everything else (cheaper) - Rack - [Option without door (find 12U)](https://www.startech.com/en-us/server-management/wallmount6) - [Option with door](https://altex.com/products/wavenet-cbtf-wm12u-sw-12u-wall-mount-cabinet) - Home Preparation - [[Running Network Cables]] ## Software - [Home Assistant Setup](https://www.reddit.com/r/homeassistant/comments/l0qpec/backup_your_home_assistant_snapshots/](https://www.reddit.com/r/homeassistant/comments/l0qpec/backup_your_home_assistant_snapshots/) - Initial Setup Configuration- [15 Home Assistant Tips You MUST Do](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FVusYP4fHFM) - [[Proxmox]] ## Smart Devices - [[Thermostat]] - [[Garage Door Opener]] - [[Front Lock]] - [[Robot Vacuum]] - [[Smart TV]] - [[Towel Rack]] - [[Security Cameras]] - [[Lighting]] - [[Sensors]] - [[Whole House Audio Solution]] - [[Irrigation System]] - [[Air Conditioner]]