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People say that all the time - but it doesn't always release them from harming someone. (Harm can have many definitions, by the way.) If you bought it for $200 and it burst into flames a week after you plugged it in and your drapes caught fire, my guess is you would not do nothing. Having said that, the odds that would happen have to be extremely low.

I didn't know that version # bug was a thing. Log PM'd.

Two of my programs are not communicating with IFTTT. It may have started when I upgraded to 3.0.3 on Saturday. Two things I've noticed: 1) When I restart the Node server it says 'Current Version: 3.0.3 [Production]' for about one second, then changes to 'Current Version: 3.0.0 [Production]'. So, right now it's saying 3.0.0 2) This error in the log over and over: 2022-04-18 08:43:53,966 Command udi_interface.node ERROR node:runCmd: command DOFF not defined 2022-04-18 08:48:54,404 Command udi_interface.node ERROR node:runCmd: command DOFF not defined I have 4 programs running in ISY using this node server, 2 of them turn on my A/C units, and 2 of them off (upstairs/downstairs). What's strange is they turn on when they are supposed to, but they no longer turn off. Even when I run the 'Then' part of the program they don't fire the webhook at IFTTT. Also - the history of the 'Turn Off' applets at IFTTT ends on Saturday - right about the time I restarted the node server to do the upgrade. The 'Turn On' applets show activity even today. (I manually turned off the A/C.) By the way, these A/C units are mini-splits (inverters), so I'm trying to use them to augment my oil heat to save on these crazy high oil prices.

No. Among other things - it's their proprietary software. You'd have to at least purchase the rights to do that. It would be easier to use Home Assistant - and that would sort of be like your own server.

Did a quick search here - came up with this: You may want to start a new thread in the appropriate section and ask for help in diagnosing your issue just in case it's not your PLM. Be sure to list your equipment along with your current firmware in your first post.

Maybe it's beginning to get some attention. (Never heard of this person.) https://staceyoniot.com/insteon-is-down-and-may-not-be-coming-back/ Can't wait to see all the misinformation we'll be seeing.

I'm a little surprised Engadget hasn't picked it up.

Redirect them where?

Ahh - didn't realize you are already familiar with HA. Homebridge read all of my Insteon devices, by the way (because of my PLM?). I just don't use it for that, I use my Policy instead.

@MrBillAbout a year ago I set up HA on a spare RPi. My goal was to have a bridge between TP-Link and a Velux blind device for better scheduling. It was easy to get HA on the RPi, but I found the programming of it to be tedious for just one application. I'm fortunate in that I have an Apple TV and an old Iphone 6s, so I wiped the RPi and went with Homebridge on it instead - much much easier to set up IMHO. If your son has Apple devices, that's also an option for him.

From reading this it seems the Hub will act as a PLM for Home Assistant (good news for Hub owners): https://www.home-assistant.io/integrations/insteon/#:~:text=The only configuration item that,the modem's ALL-Link database. Disclaimer - I'm not a HA expert - I know very little about it.

When you ask for recommended replacements here (in a UDI forum), you will likely see a Policy as the answer. We as users are certainly partial to that. Otherwise - see my post just above yours. HA could be a solution for you if all you want to do is get your Insteon stuff running again. Because you reset your Hub you'll have to start over like you did when you first bought your Hub. Is your Hub a boat anchor? Most likely, yes. There are some very creative folks out there though.

It's the communication link between the Policy and your Insteon devices. Remember, the Policy can control a lot more than just Insteon devices - it's not just a replacement for your Hub. Insteon is only one of the many things it can control. See the list here: https://forum.universal-devices.com/forum/221-polyglot-v3-node-servers-pg3/

Because of supply chain issues the PLMs and Policys discussed here could be very difficult to get quickly. PLMs may never be available again (we just don't know about that today). UDI is trying to acquire some as I write this, but it could take a while. Policys are in short supply as are many things with 'chips' in them. The reason for the start of this thread was to warn everyone with a dead hub not to factory reset it (wipe it). Why? Because there may be a very cost effective and relatively quick solution for you. It's called Home Assistant. If set up properly it will read your setup from your current Hub and you will be good to go. (That's the simple explanation.) If you reset your Hub, there will be nothing to read and you will have to start over. The OP of this thread will be posting a guide about how to do just that after he does it himself for his son. For HA (Home Assistant) all you will need is a Raspberry Pi and some free software (I think I'm correct when I say that.) (I'm running a Policy Pro, so I'm not using HA.) Stay tuned...

I had no idea - never saw that. Great info as always sir!

There are 3 PLMs that will work with a Policy - the USB dongle is one of them. The other two are either very difficult to find, or folks are price gouging to the extreme for them.

To folks new here and looking for a new hardware solution - that USB PLM will not work with an ISYxxx - it will only work with one of the Policys.

If, and only if, he can also find an affordable PLM. Otherwise - go with a Policy when available and a ~$45 USB PLM from Ebay.

Welcome. My guess is there will be a step by step here for you very soon. In the meantime, check this: https://www.reddit.com/r/insteon/comments/u3oj4o/my_hub_is_now_offline/i4spl7s/?utm_term=39472169896&context=3&utm_medium=comment_embed&utm_source=embed&utm_name=667e0dd8-bcc6-11ec-9c09-5afb4e42df57

Igonsteon Now that's funny. ?

When I used the term 'linking' in my post I meant by reputation. I was not talking about the hardware or software.

Given how many folks from the now defunct 'Hub' community are showing up here, I hope the uniformed are not linking UD to Smarthome and/or Nokia. EDIT: By the term 'linking' I'm talking about reputation - NOT linking hardware and/or software between UD and these other failing companies.

It's not your app - it's the cloud your app talks to. (It's gone.)

From the Nokia website: "Touch a switch or turn a dial and your lights turn on. Every time. With patented dual-mesh technology, even if your Wi-Fi is down, your switches still work."

Just ordered one from Ebay - $48 including tax & shipping.