Hello everyone, I wanted to share some insights and experiences regarding Z-Wave device connectivity issues, as I’ve encountered them recently. I hope this can be helpful to others facing similar challenges.I recently upgraded my Z-Wave setup, adding several new devices including dimmers and roller shutters. Initially, everything worked smoothly, but after updating the Z-Wave binding to the latest version, I noticed some devices were behaving oddly. Specifically, when I tried to control them via the OpenHAB interface, there was a significant delay, and sometimes the commands didn’t go through at all. This was frustrating, especially since the devices had been working perfectly before the update.After some research, I discovered that updating each device’s configuration to report back to the OpenHAB controller was necessary. I went into each device’s settings and adjusted the associated group to point back to the controller. This worked for a couple of devices, but when I tried to apply the same fix to all 34 devices, the Z-Wave dongle started acting up. It stopped sending commands reliably, and updates came sporadically, sometimes taking 5-10 minutes or more. This made the system almost unusable for a while.I reached out to some forums and found that others had experienced similar issues, often related to device configuration and network stability. One key takeaway was the importance of ensuring that the Z-Wave network is properly healed and that all devices are correctly associated with the controller. Another tip was to check the firmware versions of both the dongle and the devices, as outdated firmware can cause connectivity problems.I also found that resetting the Z-Wave network and re-enrolling all devices helped stabilize the system. While this was time-consuming, it ensured that all devices were correctly configured from the start. Additionally, monitoring the OpenHAB logs provided valuable insights into where the communication was breaking down, allowing me to address specific issues with problematic devices.If anyone else is experiencing similar issues, I’d recommend:1. Checking the firmware versions of your Z-Wave devices and dongle.2. Ensuring all devices are correctly associated with the controller.3. Monitoring the logs for any error messages that could point to the root cause.4. If all else fails, consider resetting the network and re-enrolling devices.I’d love to hear if others have encountered these issues and what solutions worked for them. Happy troubleshooting! 