Hi everyone, I’m diving into the world of static IP configurations for my Home Assistant setup, and I’m encountering some interesting challenges. Let me walk you through my journey and hopefully, we can figure this out together!
So, here’s the setup: we have an Orange router providing our internet connection, but the signal strength isn’t the best. To combat this, we installed a TP-Link Deco mesh network last year. The Deco app is pretty handy—it allows assigning static IPs and port forwarding, which is exactly what I need for my Home Assistant. However, there’s a catch: the app only recognizes certain devices for static IP assignments, and unfortunately, Home Assistant isn’t one of them. That’s frustrating because all our devices are connected to the Deco network, and the internet quality is significantly better compared to the Orange router.
I tried setting up Home Assistant through the Orange router, and it worked—it was recognized. But I really want to use the Deco network for consistency and better performance. Does anyone have experience with this? How did you solve it? I’m eager to hear your insights!
On a lighter note, I’ve been experimenting with automating my lights using the side gate and sliding door sensors. It’s been a fun challenge, but I’ve run into an issue where the lights stay on if both sensors trigger within ten seconds. I added commands to turn off and then turn on the automation, but it doesn’t seem to help. Any tips on troubleshooting this would be greatly appreciated!
Overall, it’s been a mix of successes and hurdles. I’m learning a lot about network configurations and automation logic. If anyone has faced similar issues or has advice, I’d love to hear about your experiences. Let’s keep the conversation flowing and help each other out!
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