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How to set up Unraid - 2021 Guide

How to set up Unraid - 2021 Guide

We’ll go over what Unraid is, what hardware we can use. We’ll also go over the installation process and the initial configuration.

How to set up a secure VPN with WireGuard and Home Assistant

How to set up a secure VPN with WireGuard and Home Assistant

On this guide, I’m going to show you how to set up a secured virtual private network (VPN) using WireGuard and Home Assistant.

How to integrate Google Assistant with Home Assistant without a subscription

How to integrate Google Assistant with Home Assistant without a subscription

I’m going to show you how to integrate Google Assistant with Home Assistant. So you can control all your Home Assistant entities using your voice...

Set up Zigbee with Home Assistant - ZHA integration guide

Set up Zigbee with Home Assistant - ZHA integration guide

In this guide, I will show you how to set up Zigbee with Home Assistant, So we can connect most Zigbee devices and control them with Home Assistant.

Install Proxmox and virtualize Home Assistant

Install Proxmox and virtualize Home Assistant

In this guide, I’m going to show you how to install Proxmox. We'll also create a virtual machine and install Home Assistant.

How to get started with UniFi

How to get started with UniFi

I’m going to show you how to get started with the Ubiquiti UniFi system. We'll go over the equipment that I’m installing for my home network...