How to Set Up Your Amazon Echo Hub

Intermediate 10-15 minutes

What You'll Need

  • Amazon Echo Hub
  • Amazon Alexa app (iOS/Android)
  • Wi-Fi network
  • Amazon account
  • Wall mount or stand

Step-by-Step Setup

  1. Mount or place: Wall mount or use included stand
  2. Connect power: Plug in the power adapter
  3. Wait for boot: Setup screen appears
  4. Connect Wi-Fi: Enter your network credentials
  5. Sign in: Log into Amazon account
  6. Set location: Confirm address for local features
  7. Discover devices: Echo Hub will find compatible smart home devices
  8. Customize dashboard: Arrange controls for your devices

Key Features

  • 8" touchscreen: Dedicated smart home control panel
  • Built-in hub: Zigbee, Thread, Matter, and Bluetooth
  • Dashboard focused: Designed primarily for device control
  • No camera: Privacy-focused design
  • Alexa voice: Full voice control capability
  • Wall-mount optimized: Perfect for central control location

Troubleshooting

  • Devices not discovered: Ensure devices are in pairing mode
  • Matter setup: Add Matter devices via "Add Device" in Alexa app
  • Dashboard customization: Long-press to rearrange device tiles
  • No speaker: Echo Hub has limited audio - pair with Echo speaker
  • Factory reset: Hold mute + volume down for 20 seconds