Hey everyone, I wanted to share my recent success in integrating my Asus AX88U router with HomeAssistant. It’s been a journey of discovery and learning, and I’m thrilled to see it all come together smoothly.
Initially, I was skeptical about how HomeAssistant would interact with my router without any direct configuration or credentials. But to my pleasant surprise, HomeAssistant detected my router out of the box and started pulling data like current upload/download traffic and connected host counts. This feature alone is a game-changer for me, as it allows me to monitor my network usage effortlessly.
I’m curious to know more about the underlying protocol HomeAssistant uses for this integration. Is it something standard like SNMP, or is there a proprietary method at play here? Understanding this could open up even more possibilities for integrating other devices in my smart home setup.
Another thing I noticed is the absence of similar integrations in other platforms like Hubitat. It would be fantastic if there were more options available for Asus router integration across different ecosystems. In the meantime, I’m considering leveraging my existing InfluxDB setup to pull data from my router manually. This could serve as a workaround until more native integrations become available.
For anyone else looking to integrate their Asus router with HomeAssistant, I’d recommend starting with the default setup and exploring the data points that get automatically detected. From there, you can dive deeper into custom configurations or scripts if you want more granular control over the data you collect.
This experience has reinforced my belief in the power of open-source communities and the innovative solutions they bring to the table. It’s truly inspiring to see how projects like HomeAssistant continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in smart home automation.
If anyone has further insights or tips on optimizing this integration, I’d love to hear them! Happy automating everyone! 