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Assuming you bought the Serial PLM Kit https://www.universal-devices.com/product/serial-plm-kit/ eISY USB-A Port <-> USB to RS-232 Converter <-> D-Sub to RJ45 Adapter <-> Ethernet Cable <-> Serial PLM RJ45

I have an Insteon power line only (no RF) 2412S which has been rock solid (knock on wood) If I ever upgrade to an eISY, I plan to use the adapter I built My understanding is the only difference between the 2413S is the 2413U embeds the FTDI USB to serial chip on the daughter card inside the PLM.

The Jungle web site has the MeLE 3Q's in stock for next day delivery. I suspect the UDI version are on a slow boat or stuck in a shipping container at Long Beach.

Yes, but you have to cut off the RJ45 and crimp on a new one. See the following post. /topic/40305-serial-plm-to-usb-adapter-alternative/

There is no UDI wiki on eISY BIOS updates, but I found some links to the OEM web site which indicate BIOS updates are done via Windows. It might be best to submit a ticket to get an official response, in case UDI has some sort of propriatary implementation. https://www.universal-devices.com/my-tickets/

DISCLAIMER Use at your own peril. If you are considering installing in a cabinet/junction box, make sure there is adequate ventilation. Power Specs for PoE https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Power_over_Ethernet Power Specs for MeLE Quieter3Q (12v x 2a = 24w) https://store.mele.cn/products/mele-fanless-mini-pc-quieter3q-n5105-windows-11-pro-micro-computer-8gb-ddr4-256gb-rom-small-desktop-computers-for-office-home-dual-hdmi-4k-60hz-bt5-2-wi-fi-6-usb3-0-ethernet-port-vesa-mount?variant=41899440144562 PoE to USB-C Power Adapter Of course you will need an adequately sized separate PoE++ injector or PoE++ Ethernet switch. https://www.amazon.com/Procet-Gigabit-Splitter-IEEE802-3at-PT-PTC-at/dp/B07X46S3GD/

Make your own USB adapter and learn some valuable skills in the process. /topic/40305-serial-plm-to-usb-adapter-alternative/

When did I ever ask that? I am not asking to run IoX on every distribution or appliance. Just run it virtualized on the same hardware/distribution they are already using, so that users can take snapshots, easily roll back when updates do not go as planed, etc. I am not the only one who sees a possible benefit of running virtualized.

I'm not asking for UDI to give me anything for free. I'm just asking for an alternative way to run it with a paid license and/or buying their rebranded HW. That way I can also run other guests (Homebridge, Home Assistant, etc.) on the same hardware.

I thought that was the advantage of hypervisors and VMs. You only need to support a fixed set of virtualized devices, regardless of host hardware. I run multiple VMs (Windows, Ubuntu, RedHat, Debian, including FreeBSD on Proxmox hypervisor. I have even ported VMs between hypervisors, including Windows, without having to go through Windows activation again. Proxmox supports individual USB device pass through and TPM 2.0 emulation (not all hypervisors do). Both PfSense and TrueNAS CORE are FreeBSD based and support virtualization. So I don’t think UDI would have to support different hardware platforms. They would only need to support a small number of Hypervisors and virtualized devices. I am biased towards Proxmox because the price is exactly right (free). I hope to upgrade to eISY/IoX, or what ever it is called now, but given the current state of issues with the platform and the inability to easily roll back is preventing me from even considering it now, especially given the rock solid performance and reliability of my ISY994i. It also allows node developers to test their wares on multiple versions, ensuring a compatibility. Personally, I just don’t have the bandwidth to tackle another unstable project. If UDI wants to limit virtualization overhead support costs, they could simply limit support to the eISY, and one or two Hypervisors. The advantage of running as a VM is you can take VM snapshots and quickly roll back if an upgrade does not go as planned. Also seems like it would be a better long term solution to easily switch hardware platforms the next time they run into obsolescence and availability issues.

What version of the Zwave module do you have? The series 300 ZW or 500 ZW+. If it’s the 300 ZW, the highest firmware version you can use is 5.0.16C

Is it possible eisy is detecting your monitor resolution and refresh rates via the data display channel (DDC), then attempts to enter the highest resolution and rate, but you have a HDMI cable which cannot support that resolution and frame rate? Options? 1. Connect same monitor and cable to another system to confirm what maximum resolutions and rates it works at? 2. Replace with an HDMI cable that is rated for at least the maximum resolution and refresh rate that your monitor supports. 3. Look for a config file that allows you to force it to use a lower resolution and refresh rate.

Seems like the wrong device for what you are trying to do. 1. I assume you have to connect the line and neutral for the device itself to be powered and receive commands. 2. Seems like the device will switch the line voltage to either the up or down wire, which sounds like that is not what you want. I think you want a NO/NC relay module instead https://www.insteon.com/io-module

@kegacide I think you need to isolate between the PLM and the various cables/adapters you have tried. Also, since Polisy will also eventually reach a sunset, you might consider migrating to the eISY 1. Perhaps connect the PLM to your ISY994i to confirm it's not the PLM. 2. If the PLM checks good, you might try to build your own DB9 or USB adapter to minimize the number of interconnects and failure points.

Exactly. There are other signals on the PLM RJ45 pins that carry voltage and TTL level signals which may permanently damage the PLM if shorted out.

1. Purchase a COTS DB9 to RJ45 cable. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08V539JMQ 2. Cut off the existing RJ45 and split the molded jacket 3. Use a Multi-Meter to determine which color wires are connected to which DB9 pins 4. Cut back un-used wires and crimp on new RJ45 connector.

The MeLE unit had the riser and screw installed. The Crucial SSD also came with a screw.

Actually, it’s the 2280. I bought the Quieter3C (USB-C version of the 3Q), installed a SDD, and run Ubuntu on it. The MeLE unit comes with a thermally conductive pad for SSD passive cooling. Not sure if the UDI version includes one. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B25NTRGD

Given Insteon communication and hardware reliability, or lack there of, I don’t use Insteon for perimeter access control. Especially, controlling something like a garage door that could cause harm or damage. https://www.shouselaw.com/ca/personal-injury/premises-liability/garage-door-accident-lawsuit/

1. Create a program that runs one a day/week and increments a state variable (+=1) 2. Create a second program that triggers when the variable exceeds a value (>n) and reset variable (=0)

How about 1. Add half the lights to one scene. 2. Add second half to a second scene. 3. Set up separate programs to change each scene for each color combination you want.

Assign a static DHCP reservation in your router/firewall. If your router/firewall does not support it, buy or build one that does. For DNS/NTP add a firewall rule to redirect all outbound port 83/123 traffic to your own DNS/NTP server. Both are easily implemented in https://pfsense.org

5.3.4 (Update) for ISY994 (July 30, 2021) https://forum.universal-devices.com/topic/33287-534-update-for-isy994-july-30-2021/

@GeddyThanks for the responses. My current kit is in the the Ron Popeil "Set it, and forget it" state. There is no compelling reason to upgrade, and only adds high likelihood of breaking compatibility with eKeypad Pro, Mobilinc HD, and the Elk M1. At this point in my life, I don't have the time or energy to dedicate to learning and managing another project. I am also faced with the high likelihood that I will have to rip out all my existing kit prior to selling my home after I retire, since no one will have the skills or patience to deal with it. The ISY Elk Module.

I have the same question. I have a 994 running 4.x firmware and the original zwave 400 (?) module. I have been procrastinating moving to 5.x which I think requires the 500 series zwave module. I have have the Elk M1 and ISY module. I use eKeyPad Pro and MobiLinc HD as my primary apps for local and remote access. I think I read the 500 series zwave module are no long offered or available, so I may have missed the boat. For the new Polisy and eISY I think I read there is only a path from the 5.x firmware and I don’t want to loose eKeypad and MobiLinc HD support. What are my options? 1. Stick with what I have and wait for Matter and what ever products to mature before abandoning my current kit? 2. Find someone willing to sell their 500 series zwave module and upgrade to 5.x to prolong my current kit death and provide a eventual upgrade path for what ever comes next?