Connecting your Xiaomi device to Home Assistant typically involves adding the appropriate integration through the Home Assistant user interface. The primary integration used for many Xiaomi devices is the Xiaomi Miio integration.
Here are the steps to connect your Xiaomi device using the Xiaomi Miio integration:
Connecting Your Xiaomi Device via Xiaomi Miio Integration
The process is straightforward and is done directly within your Home Assistant instance.
- Browse to your Home Assistant instance. This means accessing Home Assistant via its web interface (e.g.,
http://your_home_assistant_ip:8123/or using your Home Assistant Cloud address). - Go to Settings > Devices & Services. You can find "Settings" in the sidebar menu.
- In the bottom right corner of the "Devices & Services" page, select the Add Integration button (usually represented by a plus icon).
- From the list of available integrations, select Xiaomi Miio. You can often type "Xiaomi Miio" into the search bar to quickly find it.
- Follow the instructions on screen to complete the setup. This step may vary depending on the specific Xiaomi device you are trying to connect. You might need to provide the device's IP address and a token.
Once successfully added, Home Assistant will discover entities related to your Xiaomi device, such as sensors, switches, or vacuums, allowing you to control and automate them.
Key Steps Summary Table
| Step | Action | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Access Home Assistant | Web Browser |
| 2 | Navigate to Settings | Home Assistant Sidebar |
| 3 | Open Devices & Services | Settings Menu |
| 4 | Click Add Integration | Bottom Right of Page |
| 5 | Search & Select Xiaomi Miio | Integration List/Search |
| 6 | Follow On-Screen Prompts | Integration Setup Window |
Remember that connectivity and required information (like device token) can sometimes be specific to the Xiaomi device model. Refer to the Home Assistant documentation for the Xiaomi Miio integration for more detailed, device-specific instructions if needed.
