Top 8 tips to get the most out of your Paxton10 system
Access control. Video management. One system.
Whether you are a security installer or a system administrator, the goal is always the same: a secure building that is easy to manage. Paxton10 achieves this and is powerful without being complex, however there are ways to make it work smarter for you.
Read on for the latest update for Paxton10, with our top 10 tips to ensure you are getting the most out of your system.
1) Simplify access with smart credentials
The best key is the one already in your pocket. By utilising smartphones and smartwatches as credentials, you eliminate the cost and hassle of managing physical fobs. It’s a faster way for administrators to issue access rights and a more convenient experience for the end-user.
2) Take control with the lockdown feature
Security needs can change in seconds. Use the Lockdown feature to immediately secure your site or specific zones during an emergency. You can trigger this directly from the software or via the Paxton Connect app, ensuring you have total control even when you are on the move.
3) Automate notifications for your site with triggers and actions
Make the system do the work for you by setting up automated email notifications. Whether it’s an alert for a door left open or a notification when a specific area is accessed, these triggers allow administrators to stay informed without having to monitor the software constantly.
4) Secure your database with a recovery password
Your site data is an important asset. Setting a dedicated recovery password for your system backups adds an essential layer of security. It ensures that if you ever need to restore your database or migrate to a new server, your information remains protected and accessible only to you.
5) Enhance security with encrypted tokens
For high-security environments, take advantage of support for encrypted credentials. Using secure sector readers ensures that the data moving between the token and the reader is fully protected against cloning, providing a more robust security posture for the entire site.
6) Use custom door delay times
Every door on your site serves a different purpose. You can adjust the “door left open” delay times to match the traffic flow of specific areas. This prevents unnecessary alarms in high-traffic zones while maintaining strict security where it’s needed most.
7) Stay current with maintenance updates
To keep a system running at peak performance, it needs to stay up to date. Ensuring your system is running the latest version (at least v4.7 SR8 or higher), guarantees you have the latest security patches and that your multi-site features continue to operate seamlessly.
8) Leverage award-winning support
If you hit a snag on-site, you have access to our award-winning support team’s collective expertise who are available 6 days a week. We’ve developed an extensive Knowledge Base built over many years from real-world installer scenarios and technical calls. This allows our support team to provide quick, simple answers when you need them. For even faster access to product info and technical tools while on the go, download the Paxton Installer app on the App Store or the Google Play Store
Top 8 tips to get the most out of your Paxton10 system
Access control. Video management. One system.
Whether you are a security installer or a system administrator, the goal is always the same: a secure building that is easy to manage. Paxton10 achieves this and is powerful without being complex, however there are ways to make it work smarter for you.
Read on for the latest update for Paxton10, with our top 10 tips to ensure you are getting the most out of your system.
1) Simplify access with smart credentials
The best key is the one already in your pocket. By utilising smartphones and smartwatches as credentials, you eliminate the cost and hassle of managing physical fobs. It’s a faster way for administrators to issue access rights and a more convenient experience for the end-user.
2) Take control with the lockdown feature
Security needs can change in seconds. Use the Lockdown feature to immediately secure your site or specific zones during an emergency. You can trigger this directly from the software or via the Paxton Connect app, ensuring you have total control even when you are on the move.
3) Automate notifications for your site with triggers and actions
Make the system do the work for you by setting up automated email notifications. Whether it’s an alert for a door left open or a notification when a specific area is accessed, these triggers allow administrators to stay informed without having to monitor the software constantly.
4) Secure your database with a recovery password
Your site data is an important asset. Setting a dedicated recovery password for your system backups adds an essential layer of security. It ensures that if you ever need to restore your database or migrate to a new server, your information remains protected and accessible only to you.
5) Enhance security with encrypted tokens
For high-security environments, take advantage of support for encrypted credentials. Using secure sector readers ensures that the data moving between the token and the reader is fully protected against cloning, providing a more robust security posture for the entire site.
6) Use custom door delay times
Every door on your site serves a different purpose. You can adjust the “door left open” delay times to match the traffic flow of specific areas. This prevents unnecessary alarms in high-traffic zones while maintaining strict security where it’s needed most.
7) Stay current with maintenance updates
To keep a system running at peak performance, it needs to stay up to date. Ensuring your system is running the latest version (at least v4.7 SR8 or higher), guarantees you have the latest security patches and that your multi-site features continue to operate seamlessly.
8) Leverage award-winning support
If you hit a snag on-site, you have access to our award-winning support team’s collective expertise who are available 6 days a week. We’ve developed an extensive Knowledge Base built over many years from real-world installer scenarios and technical calls. This allows our support team to provide quick, simple answers when you need them. For even faster access to product info and technical tools while on the go, download the Paxton Installer app.