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I’m needing advice on the best way to remote into my home network using my existing hardware (buying additional/better hardware such as PFSense is not an option for now). I have a Netgear Nighthawk firewall/router (Model R8000P) that is used for my main firewall (yea, I know… 😒). This has...

I just noticed this sale on HomeSeer HS-FS100-L Z-Wave Dual Sensor & Buzzer for half price on HomeSeer's site. This is a really good deal for a nice product! I use this to monitor a light on my washer as there was no other way to conveniently interface it without customizing a circuit or...

Note that I also posted this tread over in the HomeSeer forums as well. I’m seeking a modern solution for a self-monitoring (with a possible option to go with something like Alarm.com), hardwired (no wireless sensors) security system that has an active HS4 interface (no plugins that are retired...

I know that extending a network to a remote shop/garage has been discussed multiple times here, but I have a specific situation that needs a hotspot in a shop for my neighbor. He is using a brand of WiFi smartplugs that really need a strong network to work (they work great in his house)...

Hello CT members:   I'm debating a topic that has been discussed here a few times in the past...basically, do I want to include any of my current home automation features in the sale of my home.   In a previous home sale, I had an Elk system and security cameras that I included in the home...

I came across two articles today discussing the future of the Z-Wave and Zigbee protocols, especially concerning with the new project CHIP (Connected Home over IP) standard coming out.   https://staceyoniot.com/should-you-be-concerned-about-the-future-of-zigbee-and-z-wave-due-to-project-chip/  ...

Is anyone here using satellite internet services such as Hughes net, or possibly Dish with television and internet access?  I know this is the last resort, but sometimes it is the 'only' resort.   Interested in the Carolinas for this remote service.  Read a lot of reviews, but curious of...

Amazon is having a decent sale on Netgear devices including their wireless range extender (can also be used to extend a 'corded' network appliance via wireless network), routers and other devices.  ...

Anyone using the TP-Link WiFi light switches?  I noticed they are only $15 (three times cheaper than typical Z-Wave switches), and they can work with HomeSeer via a plugin by jasv!  Also Alexa compatible.    

My trusty DLink DNS-323 has failed (two bay NAS) and I'm in need of a new, modern device for our home.  We don't stream or record security cameras on a NAS, only need very reliable "local" file storage.   I'm thinking of going with a Synology 2-Bay NAS DiskStation DS220+ with two Western Digital...

This isn't a popular item for the DIY types here, but FYI, Amazon has the Ring basic alarm kit on sale for $50 off.

FYI, HomeSeer is offering some decent sales this month for those that use this product.   https://shop.homeseer.com/collections/black-may-flash-sale  

Most here have something a bit more integrated into their HA systems, but Amazon has the myQ Smart Garage Door Opener on sale for President's day today.  ...

I have a Toshiba hard drive model MQ04ABF100 SATA 2.5" 5400 RPM drive that I want to upgrade to an SSD in a Lenovo Ideapad 3 Laptop.   Can I just get a new SATA 3 SSD drive and have it be compatible with the existing hard drive's connector?   Thanks,   BSR

Curious is anyone is using the Minoston Z-Wave Swtich?  They run about half the costs of others on the market.

Received a strange email from IFTTT describing a 'set  your own price' for their Pro version.  I tried looking for a demo time or more information on what exactly 'pro' gets you, but like most of that site, information on anything is extremely limited.     Just curious if anyone out there is...

My son moved to an apartment outside of a college campus and his WiFi signal isn't the greatest.  I've read about getting WiFi extenders/boosters, but I was thinking it would be great if I could get a wireless router (like my Asus RT-88u but something a bit less expensive) and have some added...

Has anyone had any luck with a Z-Wave Glass Break Sensor?  The one from Go Control didn't get good reviews.   I'm thinking of just getting a conventional one and using a zwave door sensor that has the capability of using external sensors (use this now for washer monitor), but I would like...

Has anyone here purchased a refurbished laptop from Dell (sold by Newegg)?  This one is rated Grade A and I'm considering it for my wife's sisters who are not power users (browse Internet, occasional Word or maybe Excel document, no streaming, pull up a picture from an email).  A computer...

Noticed that automatedoutlet.com website is back online, but I can't add anything to the cart or log in with my old account...