--- title: Set up via PC slug: bar/basics/setup-on-pc description: Learn how to set up your BUSY Bar via PC using the local web interface or BUSY App image: https://cdn.images.archbee.com/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/X4JicASrdOcWcUO-icpma_set-up-pc-prev.png createdAt: 2026-02-25T11:59:42.295Z --- ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/NjDWcwU98M4ScTbYNL2M5-20260312-112027.jpg) To get the most out of your BUSY Bar, complete the setup: connect it to Wi-Fi, link it to your BUSY account, and update its firmware. Setting up on a computer takes **around 5 minutes**. On this page, you’ll learn how to set up your BUSY Bar via PC: - [Using the local web interface%section%](docId\:thP7SpHuQrzbWrGhlOTAO) - [Using BUSY App (Mac only)%section%](docId\:thP7SpHuQrzbWrGhlOTAO) *** # Set up using the local web interface You can open the local web interface in any browser on your computer — it works on Windows, macOS, and Linux. A USB connection is all that’s required. ## Step 1\: Connect BUSY Bar to Wi-Fi :::::WorkflowBlock :::WorkflowBlockItem Connect your BUSY Bar to the PC via USB. ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/TN_ejlHVT_ScBMKSroGCE-20250916-125918.jpg "The USB port is on the bottom of the device") ::: ::::WorkflowBlockItem On your PC, open a web browser and go to [http://10.0.4.20](http://10.0.4.20). The local web interface will load automatically. :::ExpandableHeading *The web interface doesn’t load? Click here for help*:inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/BnDmvlxd6fDnLVlZlpBnN-20260615-181604.png" alt caption width="96" height="96"} - Restart your BUSY Bar: Press and hold the :inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/VM2QMuyqx42OhCdwUH71--20260311-162001.png" alt caption width="140" height="110"} **Start / Pause **and :inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/D07ON6w4lkSzfD2t7BsJs-20260309-093629.png" alt caption width="110" height="110"}**Back** buttons for 3 seconds. - Make sure your browser is allowed to find devices on local networks: How to enable this on [macOS](https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/mac-help/mchla4f49138/mac) and [Windows 11](https://soundondigital.com/support/allow-an-app-through-firewall-windows-11/). - Try a hard reboot of your BUSY Bar: Press and hold the :inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/D07ON6w4lkSzfD2t7BsJs-20260309-093629.png" alt caption width="110" height="110"}**Back** button for 20 seconds. ::: :::: :::WorkflowBlockItem In the web interface, in the :inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/YxZr_qVVu1JDupS58Xuf7-20260304-124207.png" alt caption width="68" height="88"} **Network** tab, click **Select network**. ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/AYgXAepZqQltfkw6psymR_lan-wifi-connect-1.png) ::: ::::WorkflowBlockItem Select a network from the list, enter the password, and click **Connect**. :::ExpandableHeading *Don’t see your Wi-Fi network? Click here for help*:inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/BnDmvlxd6fDnLVlZlpBnN-20260615-181604.png" alt caption width="96" height="96"} - Move your BUSY Bar closer to your Wi-Fi router. - BUSY Bar only supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks. Check your router settings to make sure the 2.4 GHz band is enabled. - Restart your Wi-Fi router. - Your Wi-Fi network might be hidden. [Enter the Wi-Fi name and password manually](https://docs.busy.app/bar/basics/connect-wifi#connect-to-a-hidden-wi-fi-network-using-the-web-in). ::: :::: ::::: ## Step 2\: Update BUSY Bar firmware Before updating the firmware, make sure: - :inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/Y6td4MdXp2hktGeyFxeMS-20260301-161127.png" alt caption width="96" height="88"} [BUSY Bar’s battery charge is at least 40%%page%](docId:6gAZ7MkPcoNI4E1ZxxPhk) To update the BUSY Bar firmware: ::::WorkflowBlock :::WorkflowBlockItem Go to the :inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/A7JXZVtnX-PpRToD6kBhh-20260304-124815.png" alt caption width="68" height="88"}** Firmware** tab, click **Update**. ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/3hHz4SX0M07DQPTB4jj2e_lan-firmware-update.jpg) ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem In the window that opens, click **Start update** — the update will take **around 3 minutes**. ::: :::: *** ## Step 3\: Link BUSY Bar to your BUSY account ::::WorkflowBlock :::WorkflowBlockItem In the web interface, click the :inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/J1uAPYuLxlhU-eIr2JDms_account.png" alt caption width="68" height="96"} **Account** icon in the top-right corner. ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem Click **Log in to BUSY account**. ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem Log in to your BUSY account with your email address, or continue with Google, Apple, or Microsoft. ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem In your BUSY account, click **Connect** under the BUSY Bar screen. ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/MEs2sDiNIHuSeFeRdgqWS_busy-bar-connect-account.jpg) ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem On your BUSY Bar, go to **Settings → Account → Get pairing code** — BUSY Bar will display a pairing code. ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/kor9IggPyPAyMuKURLMiC-20260305-155951.png "Example of a pairing code on the BUSY Bar screen") ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem In your BUSY account, enter the code and click **Connect**. ::: :::: :::hint{type="success"} :inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/1aDofAIpvZz_g9fNc-_io_success-icon.png" alt caption width="76" height="88"} **Your BUSY Bar setup is all done and ready to use!** If you got here from the First start guide, you can click [here](docId:6gAZ7MkPcoNI4E1ZxxPhk) to head back. ::: *** # Set up using BUSY App (Mac only) You can complete the first-time setup in BUSY App on your Mac — just follow the steps below. ## Step 1\: Download BUSY App on your Mac :::Iframe{iframeHeight="0" code="
"} ::: *** ## Connect your BUSY Bar to BUSY App :::::WorkflowBlock :::WorkflowBlockItem Click the :inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/L-NjbC1JV-oIwGp-9hBnp-20260304-123534.png" alt caption width="176" height="88"} BUSY App in the menu bar, then click **Connect**. ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/sGwUJNDGn5FLvKdD967LL_busy-app-widget-mac-2.jpg) Alternatively, you can click the :inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/QHcyDZeejE_E7ndcwFKpR_busy-app-icon.png" alt caption width="96" height="96"} **BUSY App** icon in the Dock. ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem Connect your BUSY Bar to the PC via USB. ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/TN_ejlHVT_ScBMKSroGCE-20250916-125918.jpg "The USB port is on the bottom of the device") ::: ::::WorkflowBlockItem You’ll see a window asking for your permission to connect the BUSY Bar — click **Connect**. :::hint{type="warning"} :inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/VMfrpLrpuYMKhr31n5tsa_warning-icon.png" alt caption width="84" height="88"} **Important** Don’t unplug your BUSY Bar while it’s connecting to your Mac! ::: :::: ::::: *** ## Step 3\: Update BUSY Bar firmware Before updating the firmware, make sure: - :inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/Y6td4MdXp2hktGeyFxeMS-20260301-161127.png" alt caption width="96" height="88"} [BUSY Bar’s battery charge is at least 40%%page%](docId:6gAZ7MkPcoNI4E1ZxxPhk) To update the BUSY Bar firmware: ::::WorkflowBlock :::WorkflowBlockItem Once your BUSY Bar is connected, go to **Update your BUSY Bar**. ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/_IPPza9nWmbwz2XajUxBn_busy-app-set-up-new-1.png) ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem In the window that opens, click **Update** — the update will take **around 3 minutes**. ::: :::: *** ## Connect BUSY Bar to Wi-Fi :::::WorkflowBlock :::WorkflowBlockItem Go to **Connect to Wi-Fi network → Select network**. ::: ::::WorkflowBlockItem Select a network from the list, enter the password, and click **Connect**. :::ExpandableHeading *Don’t see your Wi-Fi network? Click here for help*:inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/BnDmvlxd6fDnLVlZlpBnN-20260615-181604.png" alt caption width="96" height="96"} - Move your BUSY Bar closer to your Wi-Fi router. - BUSY Bar only supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks. Check your router settings to make sure the 2.4 GHz band is enabled. - Restart your Wi-Fi router. - Your Wi-Fi network might be hidden. [Enter the Wi-Fi name and password manually](https://docs.busy.app/bar/basics/connect-wifi#connect-to-a-hidden-wi-fi-network-using-your-phone). ::: :::: :::WorkflowBlockItem Once your BUSY Bar is connected to Wi-Fi, click :inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/f-pk_wu0uiCL010to-fIE-20260313-131302.png" alt caption width="40" height="88"}**Back**. ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/DvDIvmku675tvahkxIX1F_busy-app-go-back-new-1.png) ::: ::::: *** ## Step 5\: Link BUSY Bar to your BUSY account ::::WorkflowBlock :::WorkflowBlockItem Go to **Link device to your BUSY account → Log in** — you’ll be redirected to the BUSY account page. ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem Log in to your BUSY account with your email address, or continue with Google, Apple, or Microsoft. Once you log in using the desktop app, your BUSY Bar will be automatically added to your BUSY account. ::: :::: :::hint{type="success"} :inlineImage[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3StCFqarJkJQZV-7N79yY/1aDofAIpvZz_g9fNc-_io_success-icon.png" alt caption width="76" height="88"} **Your BUSY Bar setup is all done and ready to use!** If you got here from the First start guide, you can click [here](docId:6gAZ7MkPcoNI4E1ZxxPhk) to head back. :::