Quick Start Guide

Get Homix running in your home in under 5 minutes.

Step 1: Install Homix Edge Server

Run the one-line installer to set up the Homix edge server in your home:

This will:

• Download and start the Homix edge server
• Set up the local configuration
• Check for Synadia Cloud credentials

Alternative: Force Container Tool

If you have both Docker and Podman installed, you can force a specific tool:

Step 2: Set up Synadia Cloud (Optional)

For cloud access and remote management, set up a Synadia Cloud account:

1. Sign up at app.ngs.global
2. Create a new context called "home"
3. Download your credentials to ~/.synadia/
4. Restart the edge server to pick up credentials

Step 3: Access the Dashboard

Once the edge server is running, you can access Homix in two ways:

Step 4: Add Your First Device

With Homix running, you can now start adding devices:

1. Open the dashboard (local or cloud)
2. Navigate to the "Devices" section
3. Click "Add Device" or use auto-discovery
4. Follow the device-specific setup instructions

Next Steps

Now that you have Homix running, explore these features:

Need Help?

If you run into issues during setup:

• Check the detailed installation guide
• Review the troubleshooting guide
• Join our community (Discord coming soon)