What is an HID Aero access controller?

An HID Aero controller manages access decisions for secured doors. It connects readers, credentials, locks, sensors, and access control software while storing permissions and processing access events locally.

What is the difference between HID Aero and VertX controllers?

HID Aero is the successor to HID VertX and EDGE. It provides stronger cybersecurity, improved scalability, OSDP support, open integration, and compatibility with selected legacy VertX interface modules.

How many doors and readers can an HID Aero controller support?

The X1100C supports two access points and up to four OSDP or two Wiegand readers onboard. Additional interface modules can expand readers, doors, inputs, and outputs.

Is HID Aero compatible with existing VertX modules?

Yes, HID Aero intelligent controllers can work with supported VertX V100, V200, and V300 modules. This helps organisations retain selected hardware, wiring, and connectors during system upgrades.

Does HID Aero support OSDP and Wiegand readers?

Yes, HID Aero X1100C and X100 modules support OSDP and Wiegand readers. OSDP Secure Channel is recommended for encrypted, bidirectional communication, remote management, and stronger reader security.

Can HID Aero operate when the server or network is offline?

Yes, HID Aero can process stored access permissions and schedules locally during temporary outages. Recorded transactions can be transferred to the host system after network communication is restored.

How secure are HID Aero controllers?

HID Aero protects access control data using TLS, AES-256 encryption, OSDP Secure Channel, hardware cryptography, and encrypted storage for credentials, passwords, access permissions, and security keys.

How does the HID Aero controller integrate with Access360?

HID Aero integrates with Access360.ai and Access360 Helix. Access360 centrally manages cardholders, credentials, doors, access rules, schedules, alarms, controller status, and access events through Aero hardware.

Which Access360 modules can work with HID Aero controllers?

HID Aero supports Access360’s access control foundation and enables connected workflows for Attendance, Visitor Management, AInsights, and GreenID. Available functions depend on readers, credentials, deployment, and system configuration.

What business value does Access360 with HID Aero provide?

Access360 with HID Aero centralises security and daily operations. It improves access monitoring, visitor entry, attendance, mobile access, alarm response, reporting, and analytics while reducing manual work and complexity.

OpenHEX

Access Box: A secure home for OpenHEX controllers

IDCUBE Access Box provides a secure, tamper-protected, and organised enclosure for IDCUBE OpenHEX controller. It houses the controller, power supply, battery, wiring, and interface modules in one robust, powder-coated steel enclosure. A key lock prevents unauthorised access, while selected models include a tamper switch. Built-in electrical protection supports safer operation. Multiple enclosure sizes simplify installation, maintain neat cabling, ease maintenance, and support future system expansion.

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Credentials & Reader Interfaces

Reader Interfaces	OSDP and Wiegand reader interfaces
Wiegand Interface	Up to 2 Wiegand readers across 2 reader ports; 6-conductor interface for reader power, data, LED, and buzzer control
OSDP Interface	Up to 4 OSDP readers across 2 reader ports; 4-conductor interface for reader power and RS-485 communication
Reader Architecture	Supports peripheral and intelligent reader architectures
Supported Credential Types	Physical, biometric, virtual, and PIN-based credentials
Credential Formats	Standard/custom credential formats up to 128 bits
Peripheral Keypad Support	4-bit keypad protocol support with 4–15 digit PINs
Access Modes - Peripheral Readers	Credential-only, PIN-only, Credential or PIN, Credential + PIN
Credential Capacity	Up to 100,000 credentials

Note: OpenHEX supports both peripheral reader architectures requiring controller-side authentication and intelligent reader architectures, where authentication is performed within the reader.

Reader & Door Topology

Doors	4 Doors
Door Control	Wiegand: 1 Door/2 Readers, 2 Doors/2 Readers OSDP: 1 Door/2 Readers, 2 Doors/4 Readers, 4 Doors/4 Readers

Mechanical

Dimensions	8 in. (203.2 mm) W × 6 in. (152.4 mm) L × 1 in. (25mm) H
Weight	9 oz. (257 g) nominal, board only

Environmental

Temperature	Storage Temperature: -30°C to +85°C. Operating Temperature: -10°C to +70°C.
Humidity	5% to 95% RH, non-condensing

General

Event Log Capacity	Stores up to 100,000 events (FIFO/queue mechanism with ACK-driven processing)
Communication Security	MQTT-based communication with TLS 1.3 encryption and JSON payload with IoT broker scalable architecture
DIP Switch Based Modes	Normal Mode, Factory Reset Mode, Wi-Fi Reset Mode, Wi-Fi & Network Reset Mode, and Access Point Mode
LED-based System Indication	5 RGB LED indicators (A: Wi-Fi/AP Status, B: RFU, C: IoT Connectivity, D: Memory Full, E: RFU)
Input Power	12-16 VDC, 1 Amp max. (with Wi-Fi, without reader & USB)
Reader Power	12 VDC, 600 mA per port max. and up to 2 readers per port (output only)
Type C USB Port Power	5 VDC, 350 mA max. (output only)
Battery	Memory/Clock Backup: 3 V lithium battery, type BR/CR2032
Host Communication	Ethernet: 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX
Inputs	12 inputs (8 dedicated and 4 general-purpose inputs)
Output Relays	8 outputs (4 dedicated and 4 general-purpose outputs); Form C, NO 5A @ 30VDC resistive, NC 3A @ 30VDC resistive
Edge Compute Engine	ARM Cortex-A7 architecture with Linux OS, 512MB RAM, and 4GB eMMC flash storage

Product Compliance & Warranty

Product Compliance	FCC Part 15 Class A, CE compliant, RoHS 3 compliant
Warranty	The product is warranted for one year from the date of factory shipment against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and proper maintenance.