Does LIGHTLINK work with Philips HUE?

While it is possible to connect Philips HUE through Razer Synapse, LIGHTLINK prefers the result when connecting HUE through iCUE due to a larger use of dynamic zones. 

To connect Philips Hue to Corsair iCUE and sync your lighting with Lightlink, follow these steps:

Requirements

• Philips Hue lights: You’ll need color-capable Hue lights and a Hue Bridge (the square-shaped version).
• Corsair iCUE 4 (or higher) software: Ensure it’s updated to the latest version that supports Hue integration.
• Philips Hue mobile app: Installed on your smartphone or smart device for initial setup.
• LIGHTLINK Windows version: Installed on the same computer that you are running iCUE on. 

Step-by-Step Process

 1. Set Up an Entertainment Area in the Philips Hue App

• Open the Philips Hue mobile app.
• Go to the **Settings** menu and select **Entertainment areas**.
• Create a new Entertainment area or edit an existing one.
• In the **Choose lights** section, select the Hue lights you want iCUE to control (up to 10 lights per area).
• Configure the placement of your lights in the Entertainment zone to match their physical layout (e.g., behind your monitor or around the room).
• Tap **Done** to save the Entertainment area.
• Exit the Hue app once this is complete.

2. Enable Philips Hue Integration in iCUE

• Open the Corsair iCUE software on your PC.
• Click the **Settings** button (gear icon) in the top-right corner.
• Scroll to the **Integrations** section.
• Toggle the **Philips Hue** integration to **ON**. iCUE will automatically detect your Hue Bridge on the same network.
• If the Bridge isn’t detected, ensure your PC and Hue Bridge are on the same Wi-Fi network, and check for firewall or network issues.

3. Pair iCUE with Your Hue Bridge

• Return to the iCUE home screen.
• Locate the **Philips Hue** tile that appears after enabling the integration.
• Hover over the tile and click **Setup Wizard**.
• Select **Run Wizard** and follow the on-screen prompts:
• Press the physical button on your Hue Bridge when prompted to authorize the connection.
• iCUE will pair with the Bridge and pull in the Entertainment area(s) you set up.
• Once paired, your Hue lights will appear as controllable zones in iCUE.

4. Restart LIGHTLINK

• When LIGHTLINK is started, your Philips Hue lights will turn green if the connection was successful. 

Troubleshooting Tips

• **Bridge not detected**: Restart iCUE, ensure the Bridge is powered on, and verify network connectivity.
• **Lights not syncing**: Confirm the lights are assigned to an Entertainment area in the Hue app, as only those lights work with iCUE.
• **Software issues**: Update iCUE and the Hue app to their latest versions.

If you prefer connecting through Razer synapse, your lights will be limited to 4 "zones" and result in a less dynamic light show. 

Here is how to connect your Philips Hue Lights to LIGHTLINK. 

Step 1: Install Razer Synapse 4. Here is a link to download it. 

Step 2: Install the CONNECT module and the HUE module inside Razer Synapse

Step 3: Run LIGHTLINK with Razer Synapse open

Step 4: In the CONNECT tab in Razer Synapse, enable CHROMA APPS and enable LIGHTLINK Music Light Shows

Step 5: Restart LIGHTLINK. An item called "Razer Link/Headset/Hue" should show up in the Connected Lights box above