Keyscan Aurora Control Software

Basic requirements

Minimum requirements for Aurora where the database, communication services and client are installed on one PC. Supports a maximum of 5 network connections and/or 1 serial connection to a maximum of 8 control panels, and a maximum of 2 remote client connections.

PC

• Processor: Intel Core i7-4770 3.4 GHz with 4 cores
• Memory: 16 GB RAM 1600 MHz DDR3 non-ECC
• Storage: 500 GB 7.2K RPM SATA 3 Gbps 3.5 in. hard drive
• Operating system: Windows 11 Enterprise and Professional 64-bit; Windows 10 Professional; or Windows 8 64-bit Professional
• Graphics: AMD Radeon HD 8490 1 GB dual monitor or AMD Radeon HD 8570 1 GB dual monitor
• Ports: USB 2.0
• Network: Ethernet port, 1 GB network card
• Peripherals: Keyboard and mouse
• Power: UPS backup

Advanced requirements (Keyscan recommended)

Keyscan's recommended requirements for maximum system efficiency and performance, with the client, communication services and database installed on separate servers.

Aurora client workstation

• Processor: Intel Core i7-4770 3.4 GHz with 4 cores
• Memory: 16 GB RAM 1600 MHz DDR3 non-ECC
• Storage: 500 GB 7.2K RPM SATA hard drive
• Graphics: AMD Radeon HD 8490 1 GB dual monitor or AMD Radeon HD 8570 1 GB dual monitor (compatible with 1024 x 768 or higher resolution, single or dual monitor)
• Ports: USB 2.0
• Network: Ethernet port, 1 GB network card
• Peripherals: Keyboard and mouse
• Power: UPS backup
• Supported operating systems: Windows 11 Enterprise and Professional 64-bit; Windows 10 Professional; Windows 8 64-bit Professional; Windows 7 SP1 64-bit Ultimate, Enterprise and Professional (not recommended); Windows Server 2022 Standard 64-bit; Windows Server 2019 64-bit Standard; Windows Server 2016 Standard; Windows Server 2012 64-bit Standard; Windows Server 2008 R2 64-bit Standard (not recommended)

Aurora communication server

• Processor: Intel Xeon E5-2403, 1.80 GHz, 10 MB cache with 4 cores
• Memory: 8 GB RAM 1333 MHz RDIMM
• Storage: 500 GB 7.2K RPM SATA
• Graphics: Integrated HD graphics card
• Ports: USB 2.0
• Network: Ethernet port, dual-port 1 GB network card
• Peripherals: Keyboard and mouse
• Power: UPS backup
• Supported operating systems: Windows Server 2022 Standard 64-bit; Windows Server 2019 64-bit Standard; Windows Server 2016 64-bit Standard; Windows Server 2012 64-bit Standard; Windows Server 2008 R2 64-bit Standard (not recommended)
• Aurora database server
• Processor: Intel Xeon E5-2420, 1.90 GHz, 15 MB cache with 6 cores
• Memory: 16 GB RAM 1333 MHz RDIMM
• Storage: 2 x 1 TB 7.2K RPM SATA hard drives in RAID 1 configuration
• Power supply: Dual, hot-plug, redundant power supply
• Graphics: Integrated HD graphics card
• Ports: USB 2.0
• Network: Ethernet port, dual-port 1 GB network card
• Peripherals: Keyboard and mouse
• Power: UPS backup
• Supported operating systems: Windows Server 2022 Standard 64-bit; Windows Server 2019 64-bit Standard; Windows Server 2016 64-bit Standard; Windows Server 2012 64-bit Standard

Keyscan Aurora Web Client

The Keyscan Aurora Web Client is an optional licensed module that gives you the flexibility to manage your facility's access control systems from any internet-enabled PC, device or smartphone. It suits those who want some level of autonomous control over the Keyscan system.

• Add and edit cardholders
• Assign and update cardholder access privileges
• Generate system reports
• Lock, unlock and pulse controlled doors
• Schedule visitors
• Review system status
• Change time schedules
• Door maintenance and status
• Live online transactions

Keyscan Aurora add-on modules

Keyscan Aurora features add-on and optional licensed modules designed for software integration and enhanced overall system functionality. Add-on modules are installed as separate applications and registered with a license number provided when you purchase the software. When you register your software online you obtain an unlock number to complete the registration and fully enable your software.

Aurora Web Client (web-based access control)

• The web client add-on allows limited management of your access control system for any of your facilities at any time, from any location, using any web-enabled computer or mobile device. It suits those who need mobility.

Aurora SQL upgrade

• Aurora supports upgrading to a full SQL database, removing the 10 GB limit and giving you more options, features and benefits. Requires server, OS and appropriate licensing for SQL Server 2012.

Other optional licensed modules

• VMS integration
• Intrusion system detection
• Active Directory integration
• Software development kit (SDK) and/or API
• Additional Client/Web License
• Additional Client/Web License 5-pack
• Additional Client/Web License 10-pack
• Reverse Network Single
• Reverse Network 5-pack
• Reverse Network 10-pack

Keyscan Aurora integrations

E-Plex wireless and offline locks

• Keyscan Aurora integrates directly with dormakaba's E-Plex series wireless and offline locks. This integration provides a cost-effective and scalable way to add wireless locks or offline electronic locks to your Keyscan access control system.

VMS integration

• Keyscan Aurora integrates with many leading VMS, DVR and NVR system manufacturers.

SMART elevator systems

• Keyscan systems can integrate with select SMART elevator passenger management systems from KONE and Thyssenkrupp. These elevator dispatch systems manage building traffic by grouping passengers for the same destinations into the same elevator.

Active Directory

• With Active Directory integration, Aurora users can be linked to their Active Directory record. This simplifies login and speeds up system user permissions and day-to-day activities in Aurora.

EasyLobby integration

• Keyscan Aurora is built with a visitor management feature. For facilities that require a more advanced visitor management system, Keyscan Aurora offers integration with EasyLobby® Visitor Management software.

Intrusion systems

• Aurora integrates with DSC MAXSYS and PowerSeries intrusion panels, giving Aurora users more versatility.

Community access control software for multifamily housing

• Community and Keyscan Aurora access management software integrate to provide a cost-effective and scalable access control solution for multihousing properties. Whether you manage market-rate apartments, privatized student housing or senior living facilities, dormakaba offers a centralized interface to manage all aspects of property access control, from individual living spaces to the property perimeter and parking gates.