Release Notes 60214062
Release Notes 60214062
Release Notes 60214062
14062
Release date: March 5th, 2014
WARNINGS
1. DO NOT CONTINUE unless this version of software has been legitimately purchased.
This installation must be registered with the factory to receive a valid license otherwise it
will expire in 20 days. To register the site, the factory must have a valid purchase order
on file.
2. When upgrading from a previous version, be sure to read the Features removed from this
release and Upgrade Considerations sections below. The existing system may be using
hardware that may not be compatible with this version of software.
3. For details on how to register this software, search on Registration in the on-line help
after installation.
4. If the site will include multiple workstations, refer to the Network Installation section.
5. SQL Server must not be installed on a domain controller. For details, see Microsoft
knowledge base article: https://support.microsoft.com/kb/2032911
NOTE: the x86 version of SQL Server will install on both x86 and x64 versions of
Windows.
NOTE: When installing SQL Server onto a 32 bit OS, it is important to ensure that
the OS has been updated with the current Windows patches. Failure to do so may
cause the SQL Server installation to fail.
NOTE: If one of the supported SQL Server versions is already installed, the
supplied Express edition of SQL Server is not required. The connection information
for the existing SQL Server instance will be required during the installation.
NOTE: SQL Server must not be installed on a domain controller. For details, see
Microsoft knowledge base article: https://support.microsoft.com/kb/2032911
5. Improved the SQL Server installation processes for the included editions to automate
feature configurations that previously had to be performed manually before additional
workstations would be able to connect to the SQL Server. Specifically applying SQL
Server firewall rules, and allowing remote TCP/IP connections.
6. Desktop system status reports may now be unique for each workstation.
7. Added support for Assa Abloy Aperio wireless door lock hardware for eMAX area
controllers.
8. Added optional support for integrated enrollment with Bioscrypt 4G biometric prox card
readers.
9. Added optional support for integrated enrollment with FaceKey biometric readers.
10. Added support for Salto Sallis wireless door lock hardware for eMAX area controllers.
11. Added support for Schlage AD series wired and wireless lock hardware for eMAX
EP2500 and PIM AD 400 with eMAX EP1501-AD area controllers.
12. Added optional eTour module for managing real time guard tour operations.
13. Added optional module for Kone elevator integration for "Destination Operating Panel"
and "Car Operating Panel" elevator operation.
14. Added Routing and Escalation options for alarm messages.
15. Improved the dependency configuration in Desktop for eMAX area controllers.
16. Improved cardholder template functionality in Desktop.
17. Added new cardholder template field to display badge design for cardholder on template.
18. Improved hardware configuration experience in Desktop.
19. Added ability to support legacy Mercury SCP area controllers.
20. Improved Schedule efficiency by implementing a unique list of schedules that are used
on each Area Controller.
21. Improved throughput on MultiPort.
22. MultiPort Library configuration has been moved from the Desktop to MultiPort
Manager.
23. MultiPort Manager now has an improved editor for commands and scripts.
24. Added the ability to alter the logging of events on a per MultiPort / message basis to meet
requirements regarding personal data collection and storage, i.e. the Norwegian
Regulatory requirements spelled out in Directive 95/46/EC.
25. Added enhanced operator logging of cardholder changes.
26. Reporter now handles database views as well as tables. This allows easier partitioning of
reports.
27. Enhanced operation of Resource Manager when used on systems with a large number of
pictures.
28. ViewPoint now supports named presets on some devices.
29. Updated ViewPoint user interface to implement new Microsoft ribbon interface.
30. Enhanced operator security with stong password requirement options.
31. Added ability to assign activation and deactivation date and time for access levels when
used with eMAX area controllers.
32. Added escorting feature for eMAX and PCSC hardware lines.
33. Enhanced holiday types in eMAX area controllers by adding 5 additional holiday types
for use on eMAX area controllers only.
34. Enhanced eMAX area controllers to support one-time event schedules.
35. Added new module to Desktop to allow easier editing of eMAX badge formats.
36. Added support for TWAIN capture device for documents & images.
37. Enhanced asset administration to include options to capture pictures, print badges, and
perform badge enrollment.
38. Enhanced international character set support.
39. Enhanced Milestone ViewPoint integrator to allow for live and recorded video to display
on event dependencies.
40. Added SmartVMS ViewPoint integrator.
41. Added Video Insight ViewPoint integrator.
42. Added Canon ViewPoint integrator.
43. Added Archive-Backup MultiPort integrator.
44. Added eMobile MultiPort integrator.
45. Updated DVTel ViewPoint integrator.
46. Updated Pelco ViewPoint integrator.
47. Updated Exacq ViewPoint integrator.
48. Updated Hikvision ViewPoint integrator.
49. Updated Aver ViewPoint integrator.
50. Updated Sony ViewPoint integrator.
51. Updated Vicon ViewPoint integrator.
52. Updated Bosch ViewPoint integrator.
53. Updated Geutebruck ViewPoint integrator.
54. Updated Salient Systems ViewPoint integrator.
55. Updated OpenEye ViewPoint integrator.
56. Updated Axis ViewPoint integrator.
57. Updated Toshiba ViewPoint integrator.
58. Updated Generic Interface MultiPort integrator.
59. Updated EventQuery MultiPort integrator.
60. Updated Inovonics MultiPort integrator.
61. Miscellaneous bug fixes.
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Upgrade considerations
This version of software is designed to allow direct upgrades from version 4.4.1
or later. If the currently installed version is prior to version 4.4.1, or the current
system is using MultiDrop or MultiRAMM, please contact the factory before
starting an upgrade on that system.
1. Be sure to read and follow the upgrade instructions in application note AN-140 before
and during the upgrade process. It is preferred that the upgrade be performed onto a new
server rather than performing an upgrade on top of an existing server. However an
upgrade on top of an existing server is a viable option when there are no other options.
2. Be sure that all programs (Desktops, Reporters, Communication Modules, etc.) on all
workstations have been stopped and closed before attempting the upgrade.
3. Back up the database and store the backup in a safe location.
4. After the system has been upgraded, the site will need to be registered with the factory
before any significant changes to the database may be made.
5. This version of the software includes updated firmware packages for the eMAX area
controllers. All eMAX area controllers that will communicate with this software should
be updated with the included firmware. Failure to do so may result in unanticipated
results.
6. This version of the software includes an updated firewall rules package for the eRAM
and netEDGE area controllers. All eRAM and netEDGE area controllers that will
communicate with this software should be updated with the included firewall rules.
7. After the software upgrade is completed, the existing hardware will require an
initialization. This step is required to ensure proper operation, and failure to initialize the
hardware will likely result in undesired operations.
8. Due to customizable nature of the SQL Server database on site, it is possible for the
Database upgrade process to report errors. This does not normally happen, however
should it occur during an upgrade, please contact Technical Support prior to continuing.
Most often these errors can be resolved quickly and easily, and usually do not prevent the
upgrade from being completed successfully.
4.4.1 to version 6.0 upgrade considerations.
1. Back up any files in the Data Directory on the server that are unique to this site.
2. After upgrading the workstation that was previously the AXxess Server, custom files that
have been added in the server Data Directory will need to be imported into the database
using the Resource Manager. This includes reports, templates, badge designs, cardholder
pictures, etc. To use the Resource Manager, in the Desktop go to Tools and Resource
Manager. When the Resource manager opens, click on Help.
3. CAUTION: When the upgraded system is started for the first time, any eRAM and
netEDGE area controllers that are not already upgraded to the latest firmware version
will return an alarm indicating that the firmware must be updated. The firmware must be
upgraded BEFORE making any configuration changes to the system. Failure to do this
may cause the area controllers to malfunction. Use the Area Controller Configuration
Utility to perform this upgrade.
4. This version of the software is designed to use firmware version 07-205A or later in the
BarLock Panels when connected to eRAM area controllers. See Known Issues when
using older versions.
5. In previous versions of the software, an item not assigned to any partition was available
to all partitions. This is no longer true and an item must be assigned to the partition to be
available to a partitioned operator.
6. In previous versions of the software, the [BadgeDate] and [BadgeCount] fields in the
cardholder table were used to track printing of badges. Since the newer versions of
software allow for multiple badges per cardholder, these fields have been moved to the
[LastPrintDate] and [PrintCount] fields in the [Badges] table so that they more accurately
track the printing of individual badges.
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Network Installation
If the system includes multiple workstations, proceed as follows:
1. When the first workstation is installed from the installation media, usually on the SQL
Server machine, ensure that the Network Install box is checked. This will install the
necessary files, and provide the required network installation password to allow
additional workstations to be installed over the network without needing the installation
media.
2. Prior to the network files being installed, the system will prompt for the folder location
where the network files should be installed on the local workstation. If the system is
being upgraded from a previous version and the server has not changed, the location will
default to the original Data Directory.
3. After installation is complete, the network install password will be presented along with
the count of installed features. The password will be required when installing the
additional workstations. Use the following space to log the password and computer name
for the network installation server for the site.
Network install password: _____________________________
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