PiHome - OpenHAB server
Preconfigured server bundle with OpenHAB based on Raspberry Pi 5, 256 GB SSD disc and metal case with DIN rail mounting options.
The PiHome OpenHAB server is a ready-made, tested smart home server prepared for immediate use. Built on a Raspberry Pi 5 with an NVMe SSD, housed in a metal case with DIN rail mounting. It comes preconfigured, including the user interface, items, and automation rules based on the PiHome model house. Ideal for DIY enthusiasts who want to tinker themselves but skip buying a Raspberry Pi, assembling it, and installing the operating system with basic configuration. You get a ready server with a default setup — you can draw inspiration from existing objects, overwrite items, or extend the rules and UI.
Key features
- Preconfigured OpenHAB — ready-made UI, items, and automation rules, no initial setup required
- Raspberry Pi 5 with 8 GB RAM and a 256 GB NVMe SSD instead of a microSD card — significantly higher speed and lifespan
- DIN rail mounting — the unit fits into an electrical cabinet with a deeper DIN rail (min. 50 mm depth)
- Web-based management — no command line needed
- Your data stays with you — no cloud, full control over your data (GDPR)
- Open source — no licence fees, software and configuration images published on OpenTUX
- One-click expandable — n8n, evcc, Node-RED and more via CasaOS
Technical specification
Hardware
- Main board: Raspberry Pi 5, 8 GB RAM (Raspberry Pi Foundation)
- Storage: 256 GB NVMe SSD
- Expansion board: Suptronics X1001 (NVMe)
- Case: Geekworm X1011, aluminium, matte black
- DIN rail legs: PETG, white
- Power supply: 5 V / 27 W
- Connectivity: Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 2× USB 3.0, 2× USB 2.0
- Dimensions: 90 × 70 × 50 mm
- Weight: 155 g
- Typical power consumption: 6 W
Software
- Operating system: Raspberry Pi OS Lite
- Docker application manager: CasaOS — control everything through a clear web interface, no command line
- OpenHAB — a highly robust open source home automation platform, preconfigured for the PiHome modular house including UI and rules
- Mosquitto — MQTT broker as the core protocol for communication with PLCs and sensors
- Code Server — web interface for editing configuration files
- PiHole — blocks ads and tracking across your entire home network, on every device at once, with no browser extensions required
- Kopia — preinstalled backup of the whole PiHome to your own external drive or storage
- Samba — file sharing on the local network
Supported protocols and extensions
- MQTT — ready to go via the preinstalled Mosquitto
- Shelly — natively over Ethernet on the local network
- Zigbee / Z-Wave — supported with an additional USB dongle (not included)
- Install further applications through CasaOS in one click: n8n, evcc, Node-RED and many more
Openness and documentation
All software and configuration images are published as open source on OpenTUX. CE declarations of conformity and technical documentation for the individual hardware components are available on the respective manufacturers' websites.
Frequently asked questions
What's in the box
- Raspberry Pi 5, 8 GB RAM
- Geekworm X1011 case
- Suptronics X1001 expansion board
- 256 GB NVMe drive with preinstalled CasaOS, OpenHAB, Mosquitto and Samba
- Label and back plate for mounting the brackets
- 2× bracket for DIN rail mounting
- Screws
- 5 V / 27 W power supply
- 2 m network cable
Manufacturing
- DIN legs material supplier: Prusa PETG V0 (UL94 certification)
- Printed on: Prusa Core One
Have questions? Contact us at info@opentux.eu