# Setup Guide

## Overview

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for setting up the home automation system from scratch.

## Prerequisites

- [ ] Hardware components assembled
- [ ] Network infrastructure in place
- [ ] Access to all devices
- [ ] Required software licenses (CODESYS)

## Installation Order

1. Network Configuration
2. MQTT Broker Setup
3. CODESYS Installation
4. Node-RED Installation
5. Zigbee2MQTT Setup
6. Home Assistant Installation
7. Integration Configuration

## Step-by-Step Setup

### 1. Network Configuration

[Detailed network setup instructions]

### 2. MQTT Broker (LXC)

[Instructions for setting up MQTT broker in LXC container]

### 3. CODESYS on Raspberry Pi

[Instructions for installing and configuring CODESYS]

### 4. Node-RED

[Instructions for installing and configuring Node-RED]

### 5. Zigbee2MQTT

[Instructions for setting up Zigbee2MQTT]

### 6. Home Assistant

[Instructions for installing and configuring Home Assistant]

### 7. Integration

[Instructions for connecting all components]

## Configuration Files

[Links to or locations of configuration files]

## Verification

### Testing Checklist

- [ ] MQTT broker is accessible
- [ ] CODESYS can communicate with Node-RED
- [ ] Zigbee devices are paired
- [ ] Node-RED flows are working
- [ ] Home Assistant can see all entities
- [ ] Switches control lights correctly
- [ ] Water boiler control works

## Troubleshooting Setup Issues

[Common setup problems and solutions]

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**Status**: Template - needs detailed setup instructions