Adding vs Sharing New Matter Device

I recently added a new Matter dimmer to Smartthings and then shared it to the dimmer manufacturer's app. Does it make a difference if you initially set up on Smartthings vs the manufacturer's app and then share to the other?

BTW, it's a Matter over WiFi dimmer.

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u/sanginwa — 10 days ago

Do I need to flush my instant hot regularly?

I have a Franke instant hot at my kitchen sink, should I flush it regularly like a regular hot water tank?

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u/sanginwa — 25 days ago

IoT Network Advice

Just upgraded my router firmware and it finally supports a separate IoT network and looking for advice. My devices include Echo (regular and Echo Show), Smartthings hub, Ring cameras, switches, plugs, TV, streaming devices, etc. I use both Alexa & Smartthings to control my devices.

  1. Should I put everything on the IoT network, including Echos, Smartthings hub, and TV/streaming devices?

  2. How strong of a WiFi password do I really need for my IoT SSID?

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u/sanginwa — 2 months ago

I didn't change the default password on my Q1000K prior to putting it in bridge mode. Is this a security concern and worth factory resetting the Q1000K to change the password before putting it in bridge mode again?

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u/sanginwa — 2 months ago