We recommend setting up your Z-Box Hub from the computer browser. The WEB UI (computer browser view) is the command center for your hub - this is where you'll add, edit, and remove devices, as well as program automations and create scenes.

 

There are two ways to configure the hub from your computer: through your local Wi-Fi network connection or through a direct LAN / Ethernet connection to your router if you have an Ethernet cable adapter and an Ethernet cable available (sold separately). Below, we will walk you through how to set up the Z-Box hub using the Ethernet cable adapter. If you do not have the Ethernet adapter, please click on the instructions here to set up the hub using your local Wi-Fi connection.

What you Need

• Z-Box Hub: Physical access to your Z-Box hub to access the serial number and other important information on the back label
• Working Internet router with a local Wi-Fi network set-up
• Computer connected to your local W-Fi network
• Z-Box Ethernet Adapter (not included) to set up a LAN connection
• Ethernet cable (not included), purchase here. 

How to Set-Up the Z-Box Using an Ethernet Connection

1. Plug in your Z-Box Hub into a standard 120 V receptacle / outlet using the included USB cable and power supply.

• Note: If you’re using your own USB, make sure it isn’t longer than 10 feet for best results.

2. Connect one end of your Ethernet cable (not included, sold separately) into your router and then the other end into the Ethernet port on your Z-Box adapter.

3. Wait for the hub to power up.

• The LED indicator on your hub will turn solid white and it will then start pulsing blue.
• Once the LED turns solid red the hub is ready to be configured.

4. Open a new browser window and navigate to your Wi-Fi settings.

 

5. Connect your computer to the local Wi-Fi network created by your Z-Box Hub. The name will start with ZB-XXXX. Note: You can find the Wi-Fi SSID and password on the label on the bottom of your hub.

 

6. Type in the Password from the label on the bottom of your Z-Box hub. Ensure you check Remember this network. Click Join.

 

7. Open your Internet browser and type in 10.42.0.1 in the URL address bar.

 

8. Clink on the hyperlink Terms of Service.

 

9. Review the Terms of Service by scrolling to the bottom until the I Agree button turns blue. Click I Agree to accept the Terms of Service.

 

10. Click Start to begin the configuration process.

 

11. Select the LAN connection option and click Next. Wait for the hub to connect to your network, it may take a few minutes (don’t leave the screen). Once your hub connects, the LED indicator on the hub will turn solid green.

 

12. Your default settings for LAN connection will be automatically detected; you can alter them manually if you prefer to use a different configuration. Once ready, press Next to proceed to location information.

 

13. Type in the hub’s location information for the most accurate local parameters like weather information and click Next.

 

14. Review and adjust the hub’s settings (time zone, temperature unit, etc.). Click Next when done.

 

15. The Remote Access screen will pop-up. Remote Access allows you to connect to your hub from any location; we recommend setting up remote access at this time for the simplest set up. Click Connect.

 

16. You will be taken to zbox.myhubid.com/registration. On the left side of the screen, click on Register your ID account.

 

17. Provide the login credentials you want to use for remote access. Accept all Terms of Service and agreements and click on Sign Up.

 

18. Before you can log in, you need to verify your email address by clicking the link in the Welcome to ID verification message sent to the email address you used to sign up. If you don't see the email, please ensure you check your Spam and Trash folders.

 

19. Once your account is verified, enter your newly created credentials.

 

20. You will be prompted to add your hub to the remote account. The serial number and MAC address for your hub should be auto-populated, if not please refer to the S/N and MAC WiFi information on the bottom label on the hub.

 

21. You will receive a confirmation the hub was added. Click OK.

 

22. Return to the window from Step 5 where you typed 10.42.0.1 in the URL address bar. You will now set-up your local access account. This is to be used when you are logged into your local Wi-Fi network using the same connection as your Z-Box hub. Enter your selected Login and Password. Please ensure you save this information. Confirm the password. Enter your email address. Click Next.

 

23. You will receive a pop-up noting your hub has been successfully set-up. The hub will be rebooted. Click OK.

24. Your hub will reboot.

 

25. Once complete, you will be taken to the Local Access login screen. Enter the Local Access login credentials that you saved from step 13 and click LOGIN.

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IMPORTANT LOGIN INFORMATION

LOCAL ACCESS:

• HUB SERIAL NUMBER LOGIN:
  • Type in http://zb-00000000.local/ in the URL address bar 
    • “zb-00000000” stands for your hub’s 8-digit serial number printed on the label on the bottom of the hub
• IP ADDRESS LOGIN: 
  • Type in your Z-Box Hub's IP Address (00.0.000.000) in the URL address bar
    • 00.0.000.000 stands for your hub's 9-digit IP Address. 
      • You can check the IP address that was assigned for your hub under:
        • Settings (gear icon in bottom left corner)
          • 9. Network
            • Wi-Fi Connection (the right column)
              • IP address (second line)
    • We recommend changing the Network connection type to Static IP

REMOTE ACCESS: 

• Copy and paste https://remote-zbox.myhubid.com/ in the URL address bar for remote access outside of your home network.

We recommend saving the above login methods via local IP of your Z-Box hub, the hub serial number login link, and the remote access link in your internet browser's bookmarks for easy login access on your computer.

 

Z-BOX HUB APP

•  NOTE: If you already set up and registered your hub from the WEB UI (computer browser):
  • When you first open the app, simply click the SIGN IN button.
  • Click on SIGN IN OFFLINE under the blue button.
  • Use the same credentials as you created during the first set-up in the web browser to sign in.
  • Use the Sign In blue button for remote access only. 
  • Do NOT choose ADD HUB if you've already configured your hub in the WEB UI.