@ballroller,
I don't want to discourage the use of the Vera.....it is fine for most homes. In my world it has to work everytime you push a button and it has to work quickly. I just couldn't get that to happen.
As a result I switched to an all Leviton system. I have been using the Leviton serial module to send and recieve commands but I am playing with their USB adapter as well. I don't use the locks so Leviton is fine with me. I use the free Leviton software to setup my Zwave, save it file, program my remotes, program my zone / scene controllers, and to setup the serial interfaces. It is so nice to work with products that are all compatible with each other.....it's predictable! My zone and scene controllers work fast and consistent......everytime.
Regards
Tim