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Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus-E (ZBDongle-E) Kit with 1.5m Shielded Extension Cable | Solves USB 3.0 Interference | EFR32MG21 Coordinator +20dBm for Home Assistant (ZHA), Zigbee2MQTT & Local Hub
Brand: GooLinx
Condition: Used
$3799
$3999
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Updated: 8 days ago
Description
ELIMINATE USB 3.0 INTERFERENCE & SIGNAL DROPOUTS: Stop unstable connections on your Raspberry Pi or Mini PC. High-speed USB 3.0 ports generate noise that jams 2.4GHz Zigbee signals. This Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus-E Pro Kit includes a 1.5m (Approx. 5ft) shielded USB extension cable. By physically separating the dongle from noise sources. It is the essential solution for a rock-solid Home Assistant network, perfect for users migrating from cloud hubs to local control.
HIGH-POWER ZIGBEE NETWORK EXTENDER & REPEATER: Go beyond a standard coordinator. While pre-configured as a gateway, this device can be flashed with router firmware to become a professional-grade Zigbee Network Extender. The included cable allows you to mount the dongle high up for maximum Line-of-Sight, while the EFR32MG21 chip delivers a massive +20dBm output. It punches signals through thick concrete walls, eliminating dead zones in garages, basements, or backyards.
MAXIMUM RANGE WITH SILICON LABS EFR32MG21: Experience wall-penetrating performance. Built on the industry-leading EFR32MG21 (Series 2) chip, this ZBDongle-E gateway significantly outperforms older CC2531 units. The rotatable external SMA antenna and aluminum alloy shell (for superior cooling and interference shielding) ensure reliable coverage for up to 40 direct child devices and 100+ sub-devices, ideal for large, multi-story homes.
PRE-FLASHED FOR HOME ASSISTANT & ZIGBEE2MQTT: Get started in minutes with pre-loaded EZNet 6.10.3 firmware. This Zigbee Dongle offers native plug-and-play integration for these platforms on Linux/Pi. Note for PC: While widely compatible, Windows/macOS ensures reliable connection via a standard driver installation (CP2102N/CH9102F) if not auto-detected. Perfect for beginners building a smart home system without cloud dependency or monthly fees.
100% LOCAL PRIVACY WITH UNIVERSAL SUPPORT: Break free from cloud servers. As a universal Zigbee 3.0 Coordinator, this Zigbee hub acts as a central brain for thousands of devices. It seamlessly integrates SONOFF sensors (SNZB-01P/02P/03P/04P/06P/02D/02WD/02LD), ZBMINIR2, and diverse standard Zigbee 3.0 devices from major brands. Keep your data private with 100% local control, ensuring automation runs instantly even without the internet.
Build the Ultimate Local Smart Home Network
Transform your Raspberry Pi, NUC, or PC into a professional-grade Universal Zigbee Gateway. The SONOFF ZBDongle-E Kit is designed for smart home enthusiasts who demand speed, privacy, and reliability. By utilizing the powerful EFR32MG21 chipset, we bring you a coordinator that not only speaks to all your devices but does so with industrial-grade signal strength.
Why Choose the Kit with the 1.5M Extension Cable?
The "USB 3.0 Problem" Solved: Did you know that USB 3.0 ports on computers and Raspberry Pis emit radio frequency interference specifically in the 2.4GHz band—the exact same frequency Zigbee uses? Plugging a dongle directly into the port is the #1 cause of network instability, lag, and dropped devices.
The Solution: Our kit includes a high-quality, shielded 1.5m USB extension cable. This allows you to:
- Physically distance the Zigbee antenna from the noisy processor and USB ports.
- Position the dongle higher up or away from metal obstacles for better line-of-sight.
- Achieve a drastic improvement in Link Quality Indicator (LQI) scores for all your devices.
Technical Superiority: EFR32MG21 vs. The Rest
At the heart of the ZBDongle-E is the Silicon Labs EFR32MG21 (Series 2) chip. Compared to older CC2531 units, it offers:
- +20dBm Output Power: Exceptional wall-penetrating capability.
- Advanced Processing: Handles heavy traffic from 100+ devices without bottlenecking.
- Future-Ready: The architecture favored by the developing open-source community (EZSP protocol).
Wide Compatibility Ecosystem
Break free from the cloud. This Zigbee 3.0 Coordinator is tested and verified for:
- Home Assistant (ZHA): Plug & Play detection.
- Zigbee2MQTT (Z2M): Full control via MQTT integration (requires setting adapter type to 'ezsp').
- Open Source Platforms: ioBroker, openHAB, Domoticz.
- Device Support: Works with SONOFF ZBMINIR2, SNZB-02D, SNZB-02WD, SNZB-02LD, SNZB-01P, SNZB-02P, SNZB-03P, SNZB-04P, SNZB-05P, SNZB-06P and standard Zigbee 3.0 compliant devices.
Note: This listing is for the ZBDongle-E (EFR32MG21 version). Please confirm your software setup instructions for "EZSP" adapter types.
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Product Details
- SKU:
- awhd-us-b0g3qn181v
- Model:
- SONOFF ZBDongle-E
- Country:
- US
- ASIN:
- B0G3QN181V
- UPC:
- 674519570844
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