Zigbee in Home Assistant: Sonoff ZB Dongle-P, ZHA, and Zigbee2MQTT — The Complete Guide

Опубликовано 24 сентября 2025, 16:50

A complete step-by-step guide to setting up Zigbee in Home Assistant using the Sonoff ZB Dongle-P (CC2652P) coordinator. I'll show you what Zigbee is and why you need a coordinator, how to connect a dongle to HA, the difference between ZHA and Zigbee2MQTT (Z2M), how to flash the dongle (via a PC and directly from Home Assistant), how to add devices (router outlets, lamps, sensors), and create local automations without relying on Tuya/Xiaomi/eWeLink cloud services.
Why local is better!
Zigbee devices from different brands operate on a single network, and all scenarios and automations are executed on your server. Even if the internet connection goes down, the lights, sensors, and relays continue to work. Less latency, more privacy, no dependence on third-party clouds.
What you get:
- A unified local smart home on Home Assistant, without being tied to manufacturer apps.
- Understanding when to choose ZHA (simple and fast) and Zigbee2MQTT (more flexible, wider compatibility).
- A ready-made connection diagram, proven port settings, and typical troubleshooting tips for beginners.
- An updated coordinator with the latest Z-Stack firmware and stable network operation.

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00:00 – 01:01 Introduction
01:01 – 02:14 What is Zigbee and why do you need a coordinator
02:14 – 03:14 Specifications
03:14 – 04:28 Packaging and accessories
04:28 – 06:09 Connecting to Home Assistant
06:09 – 07:32 What is ZHA
07:32 – 09:24 What is ZigBee2MQTT
09:24 – 11:10 Sonoff ZB Dongle-P and ZHA
11:10 – 14:28 Sonoff ZB Dongle-P and ZigBee2MQTT
14:28 – 17:20 Flashing the Sonoff ZB Dongle-P via PC
17:20 – 20:00 Flashing the Sonoff ZB Dongle-P via Home Assistant
20:00 – 21:56 Adding ZIGBEE devices: first routers, then sensors
21:56 – 24:27 Conclusions

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