Z-Wave Direct Association is a feature of Z-Wave technology that allows for direct communication between Z-Wave devices without needing to go through the Z-Wave hub/controller. With Direct Association, devices can be linked together so that one device can trigger actions on another device within the Z-Wave network, enhancing efficiency and keeping your automations running even when the hub is down. 

When creating Direct Associations on Hubitat, please note that Hubitat will not natively provide access to Direct Association functionality with the built-in driver. In order to access the functionality, you will need to use the custom driver for each Zooz device in order for Direct Association groups to appear in the device preferences.

When you include your Zooz devices, make sure you install the custom driver. The driver links and instructions can be accessed in the "How to Access the Advanced Settings" articles we have for each device in the Knowledge Base. 

1. Go to the devices page: 

2. Find the DNI column and record the value for the device which you want to control.

3. Next, in the controlling device's preferences, find the correct association group for intended use and input the DNI value for the device you want to control (you should have this value from step 2).  For more information on the supported group associations for each device, check your specific device manual.

4. Click "Save Preferences"

• If setting up a Virtual 3-way, just repeat the process but with inputting the controller's DNI into the associated device's group preference.

Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!