Home Assistant Initial Configuration Tips

Hello everyone,

I just moved into a new home with an existing wired ADT system. This system has 2 Safewatch pro 3000 panels with about 15 windows & doors on sensors and several smoke alarms. After researching Ring and Smartthings I think that HA will be the way to go. I am considering the following configuration:

  • Raspberry Pi 4 8gb
  • 1TB Samsung SSD (Using a connector and case)
  • EVL4
  • Nortek HUSBZB-1 (for Z-wave, Zigbee)

My goal is to create a smarthome, using an app that will work with my existing Nest, to be purchased smart devices and my existing ADT system.

My questions are:

  • Do folks have thoughts/recommendations on this configuration?
  • Would there be any benefit/ability to go with a Hub6 vs an evl4?

Thank you very much
-Dan