AKCP securityProbe-5ESV – Integrated monitoring platform with video surveillance
AKCP securityProbe-5ESV
The AKCP securityProbe-5ESV is the latest generation of modular monitoring systems for server rooms and data centers. It combines IT infrastructure monitoring, power and environmental supervision, and access security with optional video surveillance integration. This makes it a central solution for critical infrastructures such as finance, government, telecoms, and industrial facilities.
Versatile Sensor Integration
With eight RJ45 smart sensor ports, the 5ESV automatically detects connected AKCP sensors via AutoSense technology. Supported sensors include:
- Temperature & humidity sensors for precision climate control
- Airflow sensors for cooling and ventilation monitoring
- Thermal map sensors for 3D rack hotspot analysis
- Smoke detectors for early fire detection
- AC/DC power meters for energy monitoring
- RFID swing handle locks for rack-level access security
Expansion modules (E-Sensor8, E-opto16) scale support up to 500 sensors, making the platform ideal for both small IT operations and enterprise data centers.
Video Surveillance Integration
A distinguishing feature of the 5ESV is support for up to four USB HD cameras. Combining sensor-driven alarms with live video verification, administrators can confirm events in real time. Motion detection extends security by automatically detecting and recording movement.
Dry Contact Integration
Optional dry contact modules connect third-party systems such as fire alarms, UPS generators, HVAC, and access controls. This integration makes the 5ESV a central element for facility monitoring alongside IT supervision.
Alarm Management
Flexible alerting and escalation options include:
- SNMP traps to platforms like Nagios, PRTG, SolarWinds, Check_MK
- Email via SMTP/SMTPS
- SMS or voice calls via GSM/4G modules
- HTTPS/Syslog for centralized dashboards
With its Notification Wizard, administrators can configure clear escalation chains for SLA-compliant alert handling.
Technical Platform
The 5ESV runs on a secure Linux-based platform with:
- ARM i.MX25 CPU
- 128 MB NAND flash + SD slot (up to 16 GB)
- 8 RJ45 ports, expandable to 500 sensors
- Support for up to 4 USB cameras
- SNMP v1/v2/v3, MQTT/MQTTS, Modbus TCP/RTU
- HTTPS, IPv6, VPN compatibility
- Optional GSM/LTE modules for mobile alerts
Data Visualization
Integrated RRDtool graphs display long-term temperature, humidity, and power trends, helping detect issues early and support predictive maintenance strategies.
Scalability
Supporting up to 500 sensors and RS485 expansion over 300 meters, the 5ESV adapts to both smaller server rooms and large distributed infrastructures with ease.
Application Areas
- Server room monitoring – climate, energy, and security
- Data centers – combined sensors and video surveillance
- Facility management – integration of building systems
- Industrial environments – process and equipment monitoring
- Telecom and remote sites – secure scalable supervision
Conclusion
The AKCP securityProbe-5ESV goes beyond traditional monitoring, uniting environmental and power supervision with access security and video surveillance. With its modular scalability, protocol versatility, and advanced alerting, it provides an enterprise-ready, future-proof platform for real-time monitoring of IT and industrial infrastructures.
AKCP securityProbe5ESV
SEC-5ESV (Technical data AKCP manufacturer specifications)
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | Size: 18″ x 5″ x 3.45″ Weight: 1.1 kg |
| Expansion Ports | 2x RJ-45 expansion ports 115.2 Kbps data transfer rate Simultaneous functionality between expansion ports & RS485 port threshold status |
| Mounting | 1U rack-mount standard Rack-mount brackets included Compatible with AKCP DIN and rack-mount rails |
| Power Supply | External power supply 7.0–9 VDC, 3A Input voltage/current: 100–240V AC, 1A Optional: DCW – external ±40~60V DC input |
| Power Consumption | Typical 6.150 W, 0.82 A |
| Status Indicators | LED indicator for power supply LED for network connection LED for sensor status and threshold exceedance LED for dry contacts (status/online) |
| Components | Highly integrated low-power SMT technology for reliability CPU: AKCP i.MX25 processor 128 MB on-board NAND flash SD slot up to 16 GB |
| Operating Environment | Temperature: -35 °C to +55 °C Humidity: 20 % to 80 % (non-condensing) MTBF: 400,000 hours |
| Connectivity | Ethernet 10/100 Mbps Optional: internal 3G/4G modem |
| Inputs | 8x RJ-45 sensor ports 2x RJ-45 expansion ports 1x USB 2.0 modem port Audio In (Analog) 2.5 mm jack Internal microphone RS485 (2-pin terminal block, Modbus) |
| Outputs | Configurable signals (0VDC/5VDC) on all 8 sensor ports Internal speaker External speaker (2.5 mm jack, analog) Mic Out, 2.5 mm jack (for modem) |
| Expansion Modules | 8-port intelligent sensors module (E-Sensor8) 16-port dry contact module (E-opto16, max. 500 sensors) Cabinet Control Unit (up to 25 per chain) Expandable up to 300 meters Modules daisy-chainable |
| Video – Digital | 4x USB video input Resolution: 320×240 or 640×480 4x PTDC controller ports |