Transcript Access Control Basics

System
Components
Hardware
overview for
Apollo ACS
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Runs software
Connection point for devices
Specific Location (?)
Licensed
Database Engine
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Stores system configuration
Stores card database
Connects to upstream PC Host
Connects to devices downstream
Makes Access Decisions
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Stores card database (sometimes)
Connects to upstream controller
Connects to readers downstream
Physical connections for door
hardware (lock, EPB, door contact)
• Reads credential information
• Wiegand protocol
• Connects to upstream reader interface
• Combination of reader interface and
Reader
• Serial connection to controller
• Connects to upstream controller
• Connects to sensors and
signal devices or other systems
downstream
• Inputs & Outputs
• Connects to upstream controller
• System status without computer
• Changes serial to network
• TCP protocol for host communication
• UDP protocol for device
communication
What about…?
• What kind of PCs are recommended.
• What is the minimum hardware
configuration for an ACS?
• How do I know which type of readers
to choose.