Question

Woo , Hoo I am new to the group , I am a X Wink user . I just got my new SmartThings Home Connect Hub 3 puck Mesh system . Does anyone have any suggestions on first time user setup ?  

Answer 1

Most of us here only have the SmartThings stand-alone hub because we like to separate our technologies (wifi access points vs home automation hub) so that we can upgrade them independently.  

Comments

@unclothe1851 that’s what I was initially going to do but I ran across a brand new 3 puck set at an unbelievable price so that’s what I went with !  

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@unclothe1851 the reviews I watched and read on the WiFi mesh / hub combo were awesome so I think I will have no worries or regret !  

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@sonja until you want to upgrade one or the other

Answer 2

Some suggestions: 1) Stick with the new app as much as possible. 2)  is your friend
https://support.smartthings.com

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@crabstick4604 thank you !  

Answer 3

Good luck @sonja ask specific questions as you go. You will find adding things to be easy. Just remember if you add any Z-wave devices you had on WINK you need to do an exclusion before they will add to ST. Smart LIGHTING is THE indespensible smartapp INSIDE smartthings along with the new apps automation . there is Sooooo much available from EASY to complicated your mind will soon be blown .  

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@hinder is this “exclusion” step straight forward? It seems to be mentioned quite a bit.