Description Seeed Studio Sonoff ZBDongle-E is a compact Zigbee 3.0 USB dongle built to turn a PC, Raspberry Pi, or home server into a local Zigbee coordinator. Based on the EFR32MG21 Zigbee coordinator platform and shipped with coordinator firmware, the ZBDongle-E is a practical choice for users who want dependable local control, strong signal coverage, and broad software compatibility without relying on a cloud gateway. Because Seeed Studio Sonoff ZBDongle-E supports common local ecosystems such as Home Assistant Zigbee and Zigbee2MQTT coordinator setups, it works well for smart home deployment, automation expansion, and router-based network extension. If you need a Zigbee 3.0 USB dongle with external antenna support, good transmit power, and flexible coordinator or router use, the ZBDongle-E is one of the cleanest options in this class. Features Seeed Studio Sonoff ZBDongle-E as a ready-to-use Zigbee 3.0 USB dongle. EFR32MG21 Zigbee coordinator platform with EmberZNet EZSP serial protocol. External SMA antenna and up to 20dBm output for stronger signal coverage. Works well as a Home Assistant Zigbee coordinator for local smart home setups. Strong compatibility with Zigbee2MQTT coordinator workflows and local automation hosts. Can also be flashed with router firmware to extend Zigbee mesh coverage. Aluminum housing helps reduce interference in indoor deployments. Specifications Item Details Brand Seeed Studio / Sonoff Model ZBDongle-E SKU 113991082 Main Positioning Zigbee 3.0 USB dongle MCU EFR32MG21 Zigbee coordinator SoC Serial Protocol EmberZNet (EZSP) USB Serial Chip CH9102F Input 5VDC, 100mA max Output Power 20dBm default Antenna External antenna, manual installation Zigbee Standard Zigbee 3.0 / IEEE 802.15.4 Encryption AES-128 Working Temperature -10°C to 40°C Working Height ≤ 2000m Applications Home Assistant Zigbee gateways for local device control and automation. Zigbee2MQTT coordinator deployments for advanced device management. Mesh extension as a router firmware device in larger Zigbee networks. Local smart home hubs that need a reliable Zigbee 3.0 USB dongle. Bridge hardware for switches, sensors, relays, and multi-room Zigbee coverage. Product List Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus - ZBDongle-E x1 Antenna x1 User Manual x1 Other Content Platform Support: This ZBDongle-E can be used with Home Assistant Zigbee, Zigbee2MQTT coordinator setups, openHAB, ioBroker, Domoticz, and Jeedom Zigbee plugins. Router Mode: In addition to coordinator use, the Seeed Studio Sonoff ZBDongle-E can also be flashed with router firmware to improve signal reach and Zigbee mesh coverage. Resources ZBDongle-E User Manual ZBDongle-E Product Specification Zigbee2MQTT EmberZNet Adapter Guide Home Assistant ZHA Integration FAQ What is ZBDongle-E mainly used for?The Seeed Studio Sonoff ZBDongle-E is mainly used as a Zigbee 3.0 USB dongle for creating a local coordinator on a PC, Raspberry Pi, or server. Can it work with Home Assistant?Yes. The ZBDongle-E is commonly used in Home Assistant Zigbee setups through ZHA and also works well with Zigbee2MQTT coordinator deployments. Can ZBDongle-E be used as a router?Yes. The Seeed Studio Sonoff ZBDongle-E can be flashed with router firmware so it can extend coverage and help strengthen a Zigbee mesh network.
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