Security made amazingly simple

Introducing HID EDGE SOLO IP, PoE latest access control system. EDGE IP, PoE takes advantage of technology utilizing the Ethernet to carry both power and data to the door controller. HID EDGE is really next evolution in access control solutions. A true IP, PoE design provides fully distributed intelligence and decision making right at the door, leveraging IP structure to the maximum extend possible. EDGE power comes through single CAT5 (5e, 6) run to the door. From reader, to strike, REX and other devices everything is available to installer.

STEP BY STEP ACTIONS >

We decided to connect one EDGE SOLO PLUS with separate card reader "just to make it harder". If EDGE SOLO (integrated R40 card reader) is installed, there are even fewer steps to be made. We also used standard power supply. In case of PoE it would be enough to plug in Ethernet connection and that would make both Ethernet and power available to the controller. 

 USEFUL NOTES

That is about it. Now you have working card access system for one door. You can add as many doors as you want. Do that by simply adding more kits, always one per door.

Click TAB HOME SCREEN. That might be most useful screen with common tasks. Pay attention on the left side of the screen. That is a live event screen. If you are on-line with EDGE controller you will be able to see users as they unlock the door. That window also displays errors, all in real time. 

Cumulative activity reports you can see under REPORTS TAB.

If you ordered magnetic door contact it is beneficial to use it. EDGE likes to know if door is forced open and will beep and warn in that case.

Also, very useful button on the LH side is GRANT ACCESS and DOOR UNLOCK. You can manually open door to somebody standing there. If you used DOOR UNLOCK don't forget to lock it back using same button since it works as toggle switch.

When entering H10301 format for the first time system will ask about FC (Facility Code). Those are extra 3 digits stored in the card. That setup increases security and prevents accidental duplication of the cards. H10301 is standard Wiegand 26 bit format. Many access card systems are using that format as default. When ordering 26 bit cards from Almex you will always get FC information written on the packing slip!

Very useful! H10302 is HID 37 bit format with no FC. Main benefit of this format is that serial card numbers NEVER repeat! You can't get into situation to get duplicated card numbers. Otherwise with all other card formats somebody must record a list of card numbers used so you don't run into duplicates. Not so important with smaller systems but it may become a problem with bigger ones.

Connecting EDGE directly into laptop opens new possibilites to install and manage remote locations with no Ethernet infra structure. For example use EDGE at the gate in closed community or swimming pool or remote cell tower. To do changes it is enough to plug EDGE directly into the laptop's Ethernet port, perform management tasks and disconnect. Operator walks away and EDGE will stay working with new settings.

 If EDGE is connected to network easiest way to connect to it is to run discovery utility, free download at HID site. It will quickly identify all EDGE controllers found on given network.

With EDGE it is possible to use DHCP to get IP address or change to fixed IP address settings. Second option makes easy to handle unit at later day or every day. It also may enable authorized user to access it from Internet from home and do management, watch events as they happen or even temporarity unlock door to someone without issuing an access card (service person, delivery ...).

Useful feature is also expiry date that you can enter for any card. You could issue visitor's card or temporary card to anyone and be sure that it will expire even if person walks away without returning a card!

Remember, card, keyfob tag, sticky tag, printable card is all the same - the credential. They all have same chip inside regardless of the phyisical appearance

 Many accessories and devices may be connected to HID EDGE card access products. Here are just a few:

 You can buy HID EDGE products and accessories in pieces or take one or more of our easy to install kits presented on following pages:

EDGE SOLO PLUS kits (you want to start with 1-4 doors, easy install, software included)!

EDGE HOSTED kits (you want to start with 5 or more doors, easy install, dedicated software)!

 VERTX ENTERPRISE CARD ACCESS (standard looking card access, still all IP)!

FREE upgrade to iCLASS cards and readers! iCLASS parts are new generation contactless cards and readers by leader in this field, HID. Use promotion that we are running to get latest technology at no extra cost. Get more secure card access today!

Read more about iCLASS at www.hidglobal.com