ioBroker is an open-source home automation platform that allows you to control various smart devices and systems from a single interface. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the installation process of ioBroker on Windows 11.
Prerequisites
Steps to install ioBroker on Windows 11
- Double-click on the ioBroker installer file to start the installation process.
- In the first screen, you will be prompted to select the installation language. Choose the language of your preference and click "OK".
- Next, you need to accept the terms and conditions of the software. Read the license agreement carefully and if you agree, select the checkbox next to "I Agree" and click "Next".
- Choose the installation folder and click "Next". The default installation path is
C:\iobroker.
- In the next screen, you will be asked to choose the components you want to install. By default, all components are selected. However, if you don't need a specific component, you can uncheck it. Click "Next" when you are done.
- In the next screen, select the folder where you want to create a shortcut for ioBroker. Click "Next" when you are done.
- Finally, click "Install" to start the installation process. This may take a few minutes to complete.
- Once the installation is complete, click "Finish" to exit the installer.
Starting ioBroker
- After the installation, a command prompt will open with the ioBroker logo. Leave this window open.
- Open your web browser and navigate to http://localhost:8081 to access the ioBroker web interface.
- The first time you access the web interface, you need to set up an administrator account. Follow the instructions on the screen to create an administrator account.
Conclusion
In this tutorial, we have covered the steps required to install ioBroker on Windows 11. Once installed, you can use ioBroker to control various smart devices and systems in your home or office.
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