Glossary
access control unit
An access control unit entity represents an intelligent
access control device, such as a Synergis™
appliance, an Axis Powered by Genetec door controller, or an HID network controller,
that communicates directly with the Access Manager over an IP network. An access control
unit operates autonomously when it is disconnected from the Access
Manager.
Also known as: door
controller
Access Manager
The Access Manager role manages and monitors access
control units on the system.
Axis Powered by Genetec
Axis Powered by Genetec is an all-in-one
solution that combines Genetec™ access control software with Axis network door
controllers. Synergis™ Softwire is preinstalled onto the Axis controllers and runs as an
app on the AXIS OS platform. This simplifies their deployment, configuration, and
maintenance in Security Center. Axis Powered by Genetec is sold exclusively through
Genetec™ Certified channel partners.
credential
A credential entity represents a proximity card, a biometrics
template, or a PIN required to gain access to a secured area. A credential can only be
assigned to one cardholder at a time.
Powered by Genetec
Powered by Genetec is a Genetec™ program where
Genetec Inc. works with its partners to deploy Genetec™ software directly on their
devices or firmware.
Axis Powered by Genetec is the first application of this program.
Security Center SaaS
Security Center SaaS is a unified hybrid-cloud
solution offering physical security as a service. It integrates advanced security
capabilities, emphasizes cybersecurity and privacy, and manages complex security tasks
on premises, in the cloud, or both. With the flexibility of Security Center SaaS,
organizations can efficiently monitor and respond to security threats from one
place.
Security Center SaaS Edition (Classic)
The Security Center SaaS Edition
(Classic) is Security Center offered by subscription. Subscription-based ownership
simplifies the transition to cloud services and provides an alternative way to purchase,
deploy, and maintain the Genetec™ Security Center unified platform.
Synergis™ appliance
A Synergis™
appliance is an IP-ready security appliance manufactured by Genetec Inc. that is dedicated to access control
functions. All Synergis™ appliances come
pre-installed with Synergis™ Softwire and are enrolled as
access control units in Security Center.
Synergis™ Softwire
Synergis™ Softwire is the
access control software developed by Genetec Inc. to run on various IP-ready security
appliances. Synergis™ Softwire lets these appliances
communicate with third-party interface modules. A security appliance running Synergis™ Softwire is enrolled as an access control unit in
Security Center.
Synergis™ unit
A Synergis™ unit is a Synergis™ appliance that is
enrolled as an access control unit in Security Center.