Didactum Door Contact Sensor

The Didactum Door Contact Sensor is an indispensable element of modern server room monitoring. It reliably detects whether doors, windows, or server racks are open or closed, and reports the status in real time to the Didactum monitoring system. In doing so, it significantly contributes to the protection of sensitive IT infrastructures, data, and critical business processes.

Security in the Server Room

Server rooms contain central systems and data assets that must be protected from unauthorized access. With the door contact sensor, access violations are immediately detected. In the event of unauthorized entry, the system automatically triggers configurable actions such as:

• E-mail notifications to administrators
• SMS alerts via GSM or LTE gateway
• SNMP traps for IT monitoring tools such as Nagios, PRTG, or Zabbix
• Activation of sirens and strobe light signals
• Logging via Syslog or internal event log

Scalability of Access Control

The door status sensor is connected via the analog ports (A1–A8) of the Didactum monitoring system. Thanks to support for daisy chaining, multiple door sensors can be combined and installed across larger infrastructures. This makes it possible to implement complex access concepts with minimal cabling – ideal for:

• multi-story buildings
• large-scale data centers
• secure archives and storage areas

Integration & Easy Installation

• Installation: sensor element and magnet mounted in parallel on door or window frames
• Mounting options: screws or double-sided adhesive pads
• AutoSense: automatic detection within the Didactum WebGUI
• Configuration: customizable normal state (“open/closed”) and alarm rules
• Range: flexible cable lengths for use in larger infrastructures

Typical Applications

• Server rooms & data centers: monitoring of doors, server racks, and cabinets
• Access control: securing doors and windows against unauthorized access
• Archives & storage: alarms for unauthorized openings outside business hours
• Office buildings: protection for sensitive areas such as management or research
• Building technology: linking with climate, lighting, or energy automation systems

Advantages of the Didactum Door Contact Sensor

• Real-time reporting of door and window status
• Immediate alarm message in case of unauthorized access
• Seamless integration into Didactum IT and infrastructure protection systems
• Audit-ready with full logging capabilities
• Scalable thanks to daisy chaining of multiple sensors

Practical Examples

• Server room: alarm triggered as soon as a door is opened outside of business hours
• Archive: real-time alert during unauthorized access to confidential documents
• Storage: access control for sensitive logistics areas with automatic alarm forwarding
• Data center: linking the sensor with a strobe siren for fast reaction to tampering attempts

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

How is the sensor integrated?
Via the analog ports (A1–A8) of Didactum systems with AutoSense detection.

Can multiple door sensors be combined?
Yes, through daisy chaining and sensor modules, the system is fully scalable.

How are alarms triggered?
Via e-mail, SMS, SNMP traps, or connected alarm devices such as sirens and strobe lights.

Which environments is the sensor suitable for?
IT infrastructures, archives, warehouses, office buildings, and building management systems.

The Didactum Door Contact Sensor provides comprehensive access monitoring and door status alerts in real time. With AutoSense integration, SNMP compatibility, scalable daisy chaining, and logical alarm configuration, this sensor is the ideal solution for securing server rooms, data centers, and critical infrastructures.