Remove ZHA Network Visualization and ZHA Map before updating to Home Assistant Core 1.0
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The ZHA Network Visualization's design will bear a striking resemblance to the two custom cards previously mentioned. Through this visualization, you'll be able to view each individual Zigbee node and their connections. It will also indicate the device type of each node and whether it is online or offline.
An example of a large Zigbee mesh network visualized in Home Assistant
End Devices and Routers in ZHA
Additionally, you'll be able to discern which Zigbee nodes in ZHA function as end devices and which serve as routers. In a Zigbee network, certain devices, primarily battery-powered ones, operate as end devices. These nodes can only send commands, not receive them, which is an energy-saving feature ideal for remotes, buttons, motion sensors, and temperature sensors.
In contrast, routers are devices capable of both sending and receiving commands, enabling the formation of a mesh network in your Zigbee system. Most Zigbee devices connected to the mains possess routing capabilities, including smart plugs, light bulbs, LED strips, repeaters, and more.
Troubleshooting with ZHA Network Visualization
The ZHA Network Visualization assists in identifying potential issues within your network. By analysing the network map, you can pinpoint end devices situated too far from repeaters, causing lag or disconnections. An end device should optimally be connected to multiple routers. If an end device has a weak connection and is linked to just one router, you might consider installing a Zigbee router between them for better performance.
Initial Launch of ZHA Network Visualization
Upon its release, the ZHA Network Visualization is expected to be relatively basic, displaying nodes, their connections, and device-specific information. One potential update in the pipeline is the ability to filter and zoom to a specific node. Beyond this, no other related developments have been identified at the moment.
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5 thoughts on “Remove ZHA Network Visualization and ZHA Map before updating to Home Assistant Core 1.0”
You know what would have been nice? Where specifically you go in Home Assistant to map your ZHA network. I am on the latest build as of 1/27/2021 and I have been poking around looking for it but I can’t find it. I am certain it is obvious once you know where it is, but since I don’t know where it is, it isn’t obvious!
Can you specify where it is and how to run it/view the results?
How to add this card within Lovelace?
Hi there. This isn’t a card but an option in the settings. I do not know whether a card is in the works.
You know what would have been nice? Where specifically you go in Home Assistant to map your ZHA network. I am on the latest build as of 1/27/2021 and I have been poking around looking for it but I can’t find it. I am certain it is obvious once you know where it is, but since I don’t know where it is, it isn’t obvious!
Can you specify where it is and how to run it/view the results?
What does it mean if the link shows 1/1?
Sorry I don’t quite understand what you mean.