You can learn how to use Backup Software here to backup, and
restore:
https://aeotec.freshdesk.com/solution/articles/6000167023-how-to-use-z-stick-gen5-backup-
(https://aeotec.freshdesk.com/solution/articles/6000167023-how-to-use-z-stick-
gen5-backup-software-backup-and-restore-)
This tool can also be used to transfer your old Z-Stick Gen5 network to a Z-Stick Gen5+, you can follow the
steps here:
https://aeotec.freshdesk.com/a/solutions/articles/6000242397
(https://aeotec.freshdesk.com/a/solutions/articles/6000242397)
Z-Stick Gen5+ as a secondary controller
This must be done through the host software which takes control of Z-Stick USB adapter while Z-Stick is in
SerialAPI-Mode.
Please consult the instruction manual of the host software to add the Z-Stick to a pre- existing Z-Wave network
(i.e. “Learn”, “Sync”, “Add as Secondary Controller”, etc.). This function can only be performed via host software.
Steps (General):
1. Connect your Z-Stick Gen5 to the software of your choice.
2. Enable "Learn" mode through software.
Factory reset your Z-Stick Gen5+
At some stage, you may wish to reset all of your Z-Stick’s settings to their factory defaults and completely
remove all connected Z-Wave devices.
Steps using RESET button
1. Unplug the Z-Stick Gen5+ from your PC.
2. Press and hold the RESET Button (located on the back of the unit) for 20 seconds and then release it
when no more LED activity is happening. (You can visually watch the 'C' LED)
The LED will blink red faster and faster over the course of 20 seconds.
At 20 seconds, the blue LED will appear
3. Wait until the blue LED disappears before releasing its RESET button.
Using a third party software to factory reset
Z-Stick also can be reset to the factory defaults settings though a third party software (ie. Homeseer, Domoticz,
Indigo, Axial, OpenHAB, Home Assisant, Jeedom, etc).
The third party software must take control of Z-Stick USB adapter while the Z-Stick is plugged into a PC USB
port.
You'll need to refer to your third party software instructions if you are unsure where the function is located in
software.
Find the "Reset Z-Wave controller" option in your third party software and activate it.