SONOFF Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus E Matter Thread ZHA Home Assistant SkyConnect

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USB Zigbee 3.0, Zigbee & Thread (Matter) Gateway

Already flashed with the MultiPAN RCP firmware. Simultaneous support for Zigbee and Thread (Matter).

Sonoff Dongle-E can be used as a ZigBee gateway in Home Assistant, Openhab, ZigBee2MQtt or other open source platforms for local control of all ZigBee devices. It enables the simultaneous connection of up to 32 devices and works more efficiently than CC2531 or Conbee 2. You no longer have to invest in ZigBee hubs from different brands, everything you need is a universal gateway - Dongle Plus!

You will use the Dongle Plus as a ZigBee 3.0 gateway in open source platforms to manage different devices from different brands or to flash the firmware of your router to increase the range of the network. You can also purchase a 1.5 meter long USB cable for a larger signal range. The product works with platforms such as Home Assistant, Openhab, ZigBee2MQtt, etc. In addition, it supports Linux, Ubuntu, Raspbian, Windows and MacOS.

The product is made from an aluminum alloy that improves the signal transmission. In addition, it eliminates disorders of peripheral devices. It has an external SMA antenna, the position of which you can also set. What is more, the output reinforcement of +20dbm 3x has the signal area.

What is the current status of multiprotocol support?

Multiprotocol remains an experimental feature and is not recommended for use.

When Nabu Casa introduced the SkyConnect, they announced plans to release firmware that would support multiprotocol functionality. This firmware enables the Silicon Labs chip in the device to communicate with both Zigbee and Thread networks via a single radio module. Since December 2022, this experimental firmware has been available. However, extensive testing by Nabu Casa has shown that, while it works under certain conditions, it has technical limitations that may lead to a compromised user experience. Therefore, Nabu Casa currently does not recommend using this firmware, and it will remain experimental for the foreseeable future. Instead, the focus is on ensuring that dedicated Zigbee and Thread firmware provides the best possible user experience.

If you currently have the multiprotocol firmware installed but are not actively using it to connect to Thread devices, Nabu Casa recommends disabling multiprotocol.

For current users of the multiprotocol firmware who are satisfied with their experience, nothing changes. The experimental multiprotocol firmware will remain available but is not recommended for new users.

If you only need Zigbee2MQTT or ZHA integration, we recommend the product with the standard firmware.

Here’s the direct link to the offer with Zigbee coordinator firmware EZNet 6.10.3.

SONOFF ZigBee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus ZBDongle-E ZigBee2MQTT Home Assistant openHAB

Particularities:

Flashed with Silicon Labs Multiprotocoll-Firmware - Multi-PAN (RCP)

Support of smart home platforms such as Home Assistant, Openhab, ioBroker, ZigBee2MQTT and many more

Based on EFR32MG21 + CH9102F, + 20dBM output reinforcement

The Silicon Labs EFR32MG21 chip is also used in the Home Assistant SkyConnect/ZBT-1 USB stick, which is compatible with the Zigbee Coordinator NCP firmware and supports the ZHA integration in Home Assistant.

Aluminum housing effectively reduces signal disorders by peripheral devices

Including rotatable SMA antenna

Technical data:

Model: ZBDongle-E

Tigbee type: IEEE 802.15.4 2.4GHz ZigBee 3.0

Security protocols: WPA/WPA2

Type of encryption: AES-128

Size: 75 x 25.5 x 13.5 mm

Input voltage: DC 5V (100mA max)

Weight: 30g

Work temperature: -10 ° C - 40 ° C

Job moisture: 5% - 95%

Material of the housing: aluminum alloy

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