Verify MQTT broker configuration and operation:
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MQTT Broker Status
- Check if MQTT broker is running (add-on or external)
- Verify broker version
- Check resource usage
- Review broker uptime
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Connection Status
- Verify Home Assistant connection to broker
- Check authentication status
- Review connection logs
- Identify connection errors or drops
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Client Inventory
- List all connected MQTT clients
- Identify devices using MQTT
- Show client connection status
- Note disconnected/unavailable clients
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Topic Analysis
- List active MQTT topics
- Review topic naming structure
- Identify high-traffic topics
- Check for orphaned topics
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Message Flow
- Monitor recent MQTT message activity
- Identify message bottlenecks
- Check for message errors
- Review QoS settings
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Configuration Review
- Verify broker configuration settings
- Check authentication requirements
- Review ACL/permissions if configured
- Assess security settings
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Integration Health
- Check MQTT-dependent integrations
- Verify Zigbee2MQTT status (if applicable)
- Check any MQTT sensors/switches
- Review MQTT discovery status
Provide MQTT system health report with recommendations.