
Note:
Yellow Kit is out of stock. We recommend HA Green from the same range. Check out our blog to learn more about the differences between the two products.
The Raspberry Pi CM4/CM5 does not come with a pre-installed operating system.If you need to install the CM5 module, please follow the installation guide.
Do not screw in the four corner screws of the CM5 module, as this could damage it
FAQ
What is Home Assistant Yellow and how does it differ from other Home Assistant hardware options?
Home Assistant Yellow is aimed at users who require more power and advanced features for their home automation setup. It offers enhanced performance and additional capabilities compared to the Green version, learn more about the difference between Home Assistant Yellow and Green.
Does Home Assistant Yellow support Zigbee and Thread protocols?
Home Assistant Yellow supports Zigbee out of the box, not Thread. Currently, enabling Thread involves manual steps, which facilitates the connection of Matter-over-Thread devices to your network. Follow the steps here.
If you want to use both Thread and Zigbee with your Home Assistant Yellow, you will need an additional radio, such as Home Assistant Connect ZBT-1.
How do I set up and configure Home Assistant Yellow for my smart home?
To set up Home Assistant Yellow, simply power it up, connect it to your network, and access it via http://homeassistant.local to complete the setup. Full guide: https://www.home-assistant.io/installation/yellow
Can I expand the storage or upgrade components in Home Assistant Yellow?
Yes, Home Assistant Yellow supports NVMe SSDs for storage expansion and allows you to upgrade the Raspberry Pi Compute Module. Included in the kit are optional components, such as a 1TB NVMe M.2 SSD and both CM4 and CM5 modules, providing flexibility to customize your setup according to your performance and storage needs.
Is the Home Assistant Yellow Kit compatible with both CM4 and CM5?
Yes. Home Assistant has upgraded the Yellow platform with Compute Module 5 (CM5) support in HAOS 14. This expansion brings enhanced capabilities while maintaining strong support for existing CM4 users.
| Specification | Value |
| Board Size | 12 cm x 12 cm |
| Processor | Quad-core Cortex-A72 (ARMv8) 64-bit / 1.5 GHz |
| RAM | Up to 8 GB |
| Storage | Up to 32 GB eMMC |
| Expansion Slot | M.2 socket for NVMe SSDs (2230, 2242, 2260, 2280) |
| PCIe | PCIe x1 |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| PoE Supported | PoE version supported |
USB Ports | 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A host port, 1 x USB-C 2.0 device port |
| Audio | High-quality stereo audio DAC |
| Wireless | Silicon Labs MGM210P Mighty Gecko Module |
| Wireless Protocols | Zigbee 3.0, Thread(Follow this guide to enable Thread) |
| Wireless Radio | 2.4 GHz with TX power up to +20 dBm |
| Pre-installed Firmware | Zigbee 3.0 (EZSP), can be upgraded |
| Power | 12 V / 2 A through barrel DC power jack |
| LEDs | Green (Power), Red (Disk usage), Yellow (Home Assistant system state) |
Buttons | Red (Factory reset), Blue (To be determined) |
| RTC | Backed by CR2032 battery |
Enclosure | Translucent injection-molded polycarbonate plastic Tool-free assembly Accommodates custom heat sink (included) |
| Enclosure Size | 123 mm x 123 mm x 36 mm |
Typical Power Usage | Idle ~1.5 W, Idle with NVMe ~2.5 W, Load ~5-9 W |
| Home Assistant Yellow Board | x1 |
| Accommodates custom heat sink | x1 |
| Translucent injection-molded polycarbonate plastic | x1 |
The Home Assistant Yellow Kit with Power Supply is a smart home hub powered by Raspberry Pi CM5/CM4 that has over 2,500 built-in integrations and supports hundreds of thousands of devices and services for easy control of various aspects of your home with powerful automation capabilities, energy consumption tracking, and the latest Zigbee radio chip for smart home connectivity.