OpenGrowBox Setup Wizard
Step-by-step guide to get your grow automation system up and running
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Hardware Setup
Choose and configure your controller hardware
Estimated Time
5 min
Select Your Hardware
Choose the hardware that best fits your needs and experience level
Home Assistant Platforms
Home Assistant Controller
Any device capable of running Home Assistant
- •Raspberry Pi 4/5 (recommended for beginners)
- •Intel NUC or similar mini-PC
- •Virtual Machine (VMware, VirtualBox)
- •Docker on existing server/PC
- •Home Assistant Green/Blue/Yellow
Sensors (Start with basics)
Temperature & Humidity Sensor (e.g., DHT22)
RequiredBasic Sensor
$5
Soil Moisture Sensor
RecommendedSoil Sensor
$3-8
CO₂ Sensor
RecommendedAir Quality
$20-50
Light Sensor (BH1750)
RecommendedLight Sensor
$3-5
Actuators (Add as needed)
8-Channel Relay Module
RecommendedLighting/Pumps
$10-15
PWM Fan Controller
RecommendedVentilation
$5-10
Smart Power Outlets
RecommendedPower Control
$15-30
You can start with just temperature/humidity sensors and add more devices later as needed.
You can start with just temperature/humidity sensors and add more devices later as needed.