How to Set Up Your Hubitat Elevation C-8 Pro

15-20 minutes

What You'll Need

  • Hubitat Elevation C-8 Pro
  • Ethernet cable (included) or Wi-Fi network
  • USB-C power adapter (included)
  • Router with available LAN port (for wired setup)
  • Computer or smartphone with web browser

Step-by-Step Setup

  1. Choose Location: Place the hub centrally in your home, away from metal obstructions for best Zigbee/Z-Wave range.
  2. Connect Network: For wired setup, connect Ethernet to your router. Wi-Fi can be configured during setup.
  3. Power On: Connect the USB-C power adapter. The LED will glow blue while booting.
  4. Wait for Green LED: When the LED turns green, the hub is ready for setup.
  5. Find Your Hub: Open a browser and go to findmyhub.hubitat.com or http://go.hubitat.com.
  6. Register Hub: Click "Register Hub" and create a My Hubitat account (or log in).
  7. Name Your Hub: Give your hub a name and complete the registration process.
  8. Start Adding Devices: Navigate to Devices > Add Device to pair Zigbee and Z-Wave devices.

Key Features

  • Local processing - works without internet
  • Supports Zigbee 3.0, Z-Wave Plus, and Matter
  • Built-in Wi-Fi option for placement flexibility
  • Rule Machine for complex automations
  • Integrates with Alexa, Google, and Apple HomeKit
  • Community apps and drivers available

Troubleshooting

  • Can't find hub: Ensure hub is connected to network. Check router for DHCP-assigned IP.
  • Reserve IP address: Set a DHCP reservation in your router for consistent access.
  • Z-Wave exclusion: Always exclude Z-Wave devices from previous hubs before adding.
  • Zigbee devices: Factory reset Zigbee devices before pairing to a new hub.
  • Factory reset: Use the platform settings in the web interface or hold reset button during boot.