As a homeowner deeply invested in smart home technology, I’ve been exploring ways to optimize my Z-Wave network for better security and efficiency. Recently, I’ve noticed that adding several devices using the S0 authentication protocol has led to significant performance issues, with the network becoming slow and unreliable. This has prompted me to seek more secure and efficient solutions, specifically Z-Wave S2 support, which I understand offers enhanced security and reduced bandwidth usage compared to S0.I’d love to hear from the community about experiences with Z-Wave S2. Has anyone successfully implemented S2 devices, and have you noticed improvements in network performance? Additionally, I’m curious if there are any plans from manufacturers or platform developers to introduce broader S2 support in existing systems. For those who have transitioned to S2, what steps did you take, and what challenges did you encounter?If S2 isn’t yet widely available, are there alternative controllers or strategies that could mitigate the performance issues associated with S0? I’m particularly interested in hearing about any workaround solutions or best practices for maintaining a stable Z-Wave network while using S0 devices.Sharing your experiences and insights would be invaluable to me and others looking to enhance their smart home setups. Let’s collaborate to find the best path forward for optimizing Z-Wave networks and ensuring they remain reliable and secure.