Remote-access Guide

insteon hub remote access

by Colby Heller Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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How do I access my Insteon Hub?

Use Insteon ConnectOpen an internet browser on the same network to which your Insteon Hub is connected and visit connect.insteon.com/getinfo.asp.All Insteon Hubs on your network that have successfully connected to Insteon Servers within the past 24 hours will appear.More items...•

Is Insteon going out of business?

Insteon's servers went offline last April when SmartLabs, the company that owned the smart lighting system, ran into “financial difficulties.” A financial services firm had been appointed to sell its assets, but this “group of passionate users” stepped in and has taken over.

Does Insteon Hub still work?

Late last week, the smart-lighting company Insteon abruptly shut down without issuing any warning to its users. Overnight, its array of connected light switches, dimmer outlets, wall keypads, and smart home sensors lost the ability to connect with Insteon servers.

How do you control Insteon?

Control Insteon Devices from your Google HomeLaunch the Google Home App and tap the drawer button in the upper left corner.Tap Home control.Tap the "+" button in the lower right corner.Scroll through the list until you find Insteon and tap on the name.Enter your Insteon account information and tap Sign In.More items...•

What's wrong with Insteon?

Many of Insteon's wall switches were actual electrical switches, so the worst that will ever happen is that they become dumb switches. Even without the Insteon servers and app, Insteon's protocol has been reverse-engineered for a while now, so it's possible to control the devices locally without the app.

Is there a replacement for Insteon?

Z-Wave: The Best Alternative to Insteon.

Is Insteon coming back?

A 'small group of passionate Insteon users' acquired the company and rebooted the servers. I've been working at PCMag since November 2016, covering all areas of technology and video game news.

Will Insteon work again?

Adding fuel to the fire is the fact that Insteon servers are actually back online, and as a result, if you have any Insteon products, they should begin working properly again — not all online features will work right now, but the company is actively working on it.

Can you control Insteon without hub?

The US smart home company Insteon abruptly went dark and turned off its cloud. While Insteon products talk locally, the app and voice assistant integrations do not. Without this, users are not able to control and configure their hub and automations don't run.

Does Insteon Hub work without internet?

Insteon works even when your Wi-Fi doesn't If your internet is down or your Wi-Fi just isn't working, Insteon devices will continue to perform their schedules and sensors that automatically turn lights on and off will continue to do so regardless of the state of your router or internet.

How do I use Insteon devices without cloud?

Home Assistant should automatically detect devices on the network that are compatible....If any devices are missing, you can:Go to Developer Tools and click the Services tab.In the box that brings up, use these settings:Service: Insteon: Add all links.Group: 0.Mode: Controller.Use the Call Service button.More items...•

Is Insteon coming back?

A 'small group of passionate Insteon users' acquired the company and rebooted the servers. I've been working at PCMag since November 2016, covering all areas of technology and video game news.

Is Insteon compatible with Google home?

Control Insteon Devices from your Google Home With Insteon Hub (2245-222) and Google Home, you can control Insteon-connected lights and appliances with your voice.

Does Insteon work with Alexa?

Alexa can control Insteon scenes for fast whole home lighting control as well as control things connected to your Insteon Hub such as Sonos. Alternatively with the Alexa app, you can group Insteon devices alongside devices from Logitech, Phillips Hue, and control them all simultaneously.

Why do I need a DNS service for my Insteon camera?

In addition to configuring your camera and router for port forwarding, you will need to configure a Dynamic DNS Service to ensure reliable access to your camera when you are away from home. Learn more about Dynamic DNS Services and Insteon Wi-Fi Cameras by reading this article.

Do I need port forwarding for Insteon cameras?

When configuring Insteon Wi-Fi Cameras, you may be presented with a message stating that you need to configure port forwarding on your router to see your camera when you are away from home. There are several reasons why this may occur. Standard-definition Insteon Wi-Fi Cameras require port forwarding for remote access.

Does Insteon HD Wi-Fi camera have remote access?

When adding an Insteon HD Wi-Fi Camera that has already been configured with a user name and password, the Insteon app does not alter any camera settings or attempt to configure Automatic Remote Access. Follow the steps in this article If you would like to enable Automatic Remote Access.

Does Insteon HD have remote access?

Your Insteon HD Wi-Fi Camera supports Automatic Remote Access but network conditions have prevented the feature from functioning as expected. Learn more about troubleshooting Automatic Remote Access.

Does Insteon support routers?

Insteon Support has compiled instructions that should help you configure routers that you are likely to have in your home.

What to do if remote access does not work?

If remote access does not work, sign out of your iCloud account on your Apple TV and then sign back in.

What is the model number for Apple TV remote access?

Remote access only works with Apple TV (3rd generation or later). Applicable model numbers are A1427 and A1469. If you are unsure about the model of your Apple TV, visit apple.com for support.

How to login to a router?

Step 1: Open your web browser and enter router’s IP address (192.168.1.254 by default) in the address bar. Enter username and then password to login.

Does Insteon Hub require Apple TV?

When you are away from home, Insteon+ and Insteon Hub require an Apple TV (3rd generation or later) for remote access. Without a properly configured Apple TV, all of your devices will appear in Insteon+ but their function will be disabled.

Does Insteon Hub require port forwarding?

The new Insteon Hub (2014) does not require port forwarding. Regardless of the router being used, the process of port forwarding is similar. Below is a list of port forwarding guides for popular routers:

How does Insteon Hub work?

Insteon Hub maintains an accurate internal clock by periodically syncing with a network time server on the internet. If you find that the time displayed by Insteon Hub is incorrect, you can manually force Insteon Hub to resync its internal clock.

What does it mean when Insteon Hub says "configured connect account"?

If there is no account on the Hub it will display as FALSE.

Why is my Insteon Hub saying something went wrong?

If you are attempting to add an Insteon Hub and receive an error stating “Something Went Wrong” or “Something’s Wrong” it is most likely because the Hub already registered with an Insteon Account. This could happen for a couple of reasons:

How to get to settings on iPhone?

Tap the Home button on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch and navigate to Settings.

Where is the drawer button on Google Home?

Launch the Google Home App and tap the drawer button in the upper left corner

Does Insteon work with Sonos?

At this time, Insteon app-learned presets do not work with all possible Sonos sources. The following sources have been tested and are known to function:

Can you use Insteon sensors to control devices?

You can use Insteon sensors to automatically control devices...

Use Insteon Connect

Open an internet browser on the same network to which your Insteon Hub is connected and visit connect.insteon.com/getinfo.asp

Multiple Insteon Hubs

If you have more than one Insteon Hub on your network, you can confirm the correct IP Address and Port using the Insteon ID label on the bottom of Insteon Hub.

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