Exploring Matter Device Integration and Raspberry Pi Setup

I’ve recently been diving into the world of Matter devices and integrating them into my Home Assistant setup. One thing I’m curious about is whether enabling the Matter instance in HA allows me to directly add Matter devices like smart plugs without needing a separate hub. It would be fantastic to streamline my setup this way!

On another note, I’ve been experimenting with running multiple Raspberry Pi units on the same network. My goal is to have a fail-safe system where one Pi acts as a backup for the other. However, I’ve encountered some issues where the Pis block each other. Has anyone successfully set up a similar redundant system and could share some tips?

I’d love to hear from the community about their experiences with Matter integration and Raspberry Pi setups. Let’s explore how we can optimize these configurations together!