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The SLZB-06M is a Zigbee coordinator with Ethernet, PoE, and web UI — well-suited for Home Assistant (ZHA) and advanced use cases.
This article covers its architecture, integration options, and how to enable Zigbee traffic sniffing via Wireshark.

🔗 https://meshstack.de/post/home-assistant/smlight-slzb06m-ultimate-zigbee-coordinator/

#Zigbee #HomeAssistant #SLZB06M #SmartHome #ZHA

Hands-On with the SMLight SLZB-06M: The Ultimate Zigbee Gateway for Home Assistant

SMLight SLZB-06M isn't just another Zigbee coordinator. It is the upgrade I didn’t know I needed until I tried it. After years of fiddling with flaky USB sticks and dealing with signal issues, this gateway completely transformed the stability and reach of my smart home. I’ve written about it on my blog several times, and especially paired with Home Assistant's ZHA integration, it’s hands-down the most reliable and powerful Zigbee solution I’ve ever used.

Smart Tech. Smarter Homes.

cemizm Mar 23

Sniffing Zigbee traffic sounds complicated? In my latest guide, I show how to capture and analyze Zigbee communication using Wireshark, ember-zli, and an EFR32-based sniffer.

Learn how to decrypt packets, explore ZCL commands, and troubleshoot issues in your ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT network with confidence.

Ideal for Home Assistant power users & tinkerers!
https://meshstack.de/post/home-assistant/zigbee-sniffer-guide/

#Zigbee #HomeAssistant #ZHA #Zigbee2MQTT #SmartHome #Wireshark #Sniffer

Sniffing Your Zigbee Network: What’s Really Going On Behind Your Smart Devices?

Curious what's really happening inside your Zigbee network? This practical guide walks you through sniffing, decrypting, and analyzing Zigbee traffic using Wireshark and affordable hardware. Learn how to debug connectivity issues, uncover hidden routing behavior, and reveal what your devices are silently doing in the background. You might be surprised by what you find.

Smart Tech. Smarter Homes.

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cemizm Feb 21

Just discovered that my blog post on Zigbee routing got mentioned on the Self-Hosted Podcast! 🎉 Super cool to see this topic getting some attention. But that’s not the only reason they’ve gained a new listener – their content is right up my alley! Perfect for making the most of my commute while staying entertained. 🚗🎧

Check it out: https://selfhosted.show/143

Your Data, Your Problem

The joys and headaches of self-hosting, a new Zigbee routing trick, and the ongoing BcacheFS vs. Debian showdown. Plus, why we're liking Open WebUI.

Self-Hosted

cemizm Feb 19

Ever wondered why your Zigbee network sometimes acts up? 🧐 The routing mechanism plays a crucial role! In my latest blog post, I explain the difference between Table Routing and Source Routing in ZHA – and when to use which for better performance.

➡️ Read now: https://meshstack.de/post/home-assistant/zigbee-table-routing-vs-source-routing-zha/

#HomeAssistant #Zigbee #SmartHome #ZHA #MeshNetworking

Table Routing vs. Source Routing in ZHA – Are You Missing Out?

Many Home Assistant users don’t realize that ZHA defaults to Table Routing, which can cause inefficiencies in larger networks. Learn why Source Routing is a game-changer and how enabling it in ZHA can boost performance and reliability.

Smart Tech. Smarter Homes.