Access Your Applications

Open Web Interface

  1. Find your device IP address (shown in upper-right corner)
  2. Open a web browser
  3. Navigate to http://[device-ip]:8123 for Home Assistant

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Note: The default port for Home Assistant is 8123, but check the application manifest if you need to confirm the port.

Finding Application URLs

Check Port Numbers:

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# Select "View" to see port mappings for each app

Common Application Ports:

  • Home Assistant: http://[device-ip]:8123
  • Node-RED: http://[device-ip]:1880
  • Grafana: http://[device-ip]:3000
  • Portainer: http://[device-ip]:9000

Accessing from Different Networks

Local Network Access:

  • Use the device IP address directly
  • Access from any device on the same network

Remote Access (Advanced):

  • Configure port forwarding on your router
  • Use VPN for secure remote access
  • Consider cloud-based access solutions

Web Interface Tips

Browser Compatibility:

  • Use modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari)
  • Enable JavaScript for full functionality
  • Clear cache if pages don’t load properly

Mobile Access:

  • Most applications work on mobile browsers
  • Some apps offer dedicated mobile interfaces
  • Consider bookmarking frequently used apps

Troubleshooting Access

Can’t Access Application:

  • Verify application is running in pantabox View
  • Check firewall settings on your computer
  • Confirm you’re using the correct IP and port
  • Try accessing from the device itself first

Page Won’t Load:

  • Wait for application to fully start (can take 1-2 minutes)
  • Check network connectivity
  • Verify the application started without errors
  • Try refreshing the page or clearing browser cache

Connection Refused:

  • Application may still be starting up
  • Check if port is already in use by another service
  • Verify port mapping in application configuration

Security Considerations

Default Credentials:

  • Many applications have default usernames/passwords
  • Change default credentials immediately
  • Use strong, unique passwords

Network Security:

  • Consider which applications should be accessible externally
  • Use HTTPS when available
  • Regularly update applications for security patches

Next Steps