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Lower Installation Costs

iSTAR Edge features both PoE and PoE Plus capabilities which allow you to use your existing network to power two doors. While PoE provides enough power for one door and one to two readers, PoE Plus allows for up to 25.5W of power, enough for two doors and associated readers, locks, local annunciators, and exit devices. Wiring and equipment costs are lowered dramatically with PoE technology, and since PoE is provided as an optional module, you only pay for PoE when you need it.

Easy to Setup

iSTAR Edge supports Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) to simplify installation. For easy setup, iSTAR Edge also support Domain Name System (DNS), which translates domain names into IP addresses, and WINS, a system that determines the IP address associated with a particular computer on the network.

Effective Communication with Clusters

iSTAR Edge features advanced peer-to-peer cluster communications so that controllers can communicate with each other without requiring host intervention. A single connection from the host supports multiple controllers through a TCP/IP subnet. User-defined groups of up to 16 controllers (clusters) can be created to enhance security by separating a widely dispersed facility into different controlled areas. A cluster is led by a master controller which manages the primary communication between the host computer and the remaining controllers within the cluster. The master controller communicates all event and cardholder data between the cluster and the C•CURE 9000 host. Additionally, controllers within a cluster can communicate through the master to link events and control anti-passback in the area secured by the cluster. To ensure constant security, clusters also feature a secondary communication path in the event the master controller loses communication with the network.

Keypad Commands and Extended Card Numbers Enhance Security

Keypad commands provide a powerful way to activate events such as triggering a duress call, sounding an alarm, locking and unlocking doors - directly from an RM reader keypad. Commands can be configured to require a card presentation and/or a PIN to validate the command. iSTAR Edge supports extended card numbers, which help with compliance with certain U.S. federal guidelines (such as FIPS 201) that require a Cardholder Unique Identifier (CHUID). In addition, iSTAR Edge supports card numbers of up to 256 bits, eliminating the need for multiple facility codes, site codes, or offset in order to avoid card duplication. Longer card numbers offer greater protection against card duplication and are especially valuable to customers who require card numbers that exceed ten digits.

Improves Life Safety

A dedicated input for a fire alarm tie-in automatically releases selected door lock outputs in the event of a fire condition. The fire input may be unsupervised or supervised, and the release circuit does not require software programming for operation. In addition, a second input for a manual keyswitch is provided, such that the door lock outputs will not re-energize unless authorized safety personnel confirm the safety of the building via the keyswitch. The keyswitch functionality is enabled via an onboard dip switch.

Flexible Card Management

iSTAR Edge allows you to assign up to five cards per cardholder record rather than having to create a separate record for each card. This simplifies the management and maintenance of personnel records. You can assign a PIN as one of the cards for a flexible and secure solution. iSTAR Edge can support up to 128 card formats systemwide and ten card formats per reader including smart cards, and PIV II and TWIC formats. This expanded ability to use multiple card types (such as 26-bit, 37-bit, or Corporate 1000) at a single reader frees you from having to consolidate or re-issue new cards.

Data Security is Critical

iSTAR Edge features strong 256-bit AES network encryption between the controller and host, and between controllers within a cluster. Multi-key and password authentication and built-in denial-of-service protection provide a barrier against intrusion. Additionally, iSTAR Edge addresses the needs of businesses to protect critical security data. With instant database backup and restore capabilities, iSTAR Edge provides a highly reliable security solution and ensures that important data is protected, even during communications failure.

Easily Test and Troubleshoot

iSTAR Edge devices include a built-in suite of diagnostics to test and troubleshoot hardware components such as inputs, outputs, reader ports, last card read, and battery voltage. In addition, you can retrieve real-time status and diagnostics of:
• controller time/boot time
• total/available memory
• connection status
• firmware and OS versions
• hardware (MAC) and IP addresses
• • downloaded clearances and cardholders
Plus, iSTAR Edge includes a local LCD and LEDs for easy installation and quick troubleshooting.

Choose an iSTAR Architecture That Makes Sense for Your Application

Providing a security solution that is unsurpassed in the industry for its versatility and security, iSTAR Edge devices can be used together in the same system with iSTAR Pro and iSTAR eX controllers. This provides an enterprise solution that recognizes that even the largest corporations have smaller branches and facilities that may need to use the same security standards without enormous overhead. iSTAR Edge and iSTAR eX controllers may also be part of the same cluster along with the iSTAR Pro when using C•CURE 9000.
The four-reader iSTAR Edge allows expansion to a third and fourth reader using RM-4, RM-4E, or RM readers connected using the RS-485 RM bus. (Note: The two-reader model is not upgradable to a four-reader model).

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