Lenel OnGuard version 7.4 now supports two new browser-based clients that help users manage alarms, cardholders and access rights without client software installation. The new OnGuard Monitor client provides alarm-management capabilities and the OnGuard Access Manager client provides access rights management functionality to area managers. These clients are accessible via a web browser on a variety of devices.
This version of the OnGuard system is also approved by Lenel for installation in the Microsoft® Azure® cloud environment. There have also been significant updates to the OnGuard Cardholder Self-Service module. Through an easy-to-use web portal, cardholders can now schedule a visit, update their PIN code and request access to areas or sites from any connected device with a supported browser.
Additional enhancements to the latest version of the OnGuard platform include support for:
- New reader interface modules that allow for OSDP™ secure channel encryption
- Embedded FIPS-201 authentication when used in conjunction with the LNL-4420 Advanced Dual Reader Controller.
- Over one million cardholders with the use of the LNL-4420 Advanced Dual Reader Controller
- Up to 256 access levels per badge
- Up to 16 card formats per controller
- Schlage® NDE and LE wireless locks
- Latest Assa Abloy® Aperio® locks
The OnGuard Access Manager client is a browser-based tool that helps OnGuard users manage the access rights of cardholders. Used alone, this client allows point-and-click assignment of access rights to cardholders from any supported web browser. When used in conjunction with the OnGuard Cardholder Self Service (CSS) module, this client provides back-end management and handling of automated access requests received from the cardholder portal.
Based on HTML5 standards, the OnGuard Access Manager application features a responsive user interface and supports a wide range of client platforms. OnGuard Access Manager allows users to assign or modify access rights to the OnGuard system, without the need for software installation or updates on the client device. Designed with the user in mind, this flexible application provides a simplified and customizable access rights management tool for the OnGuard system.
The OnGuard Monitor client offers a light-weight browser-based alternative to the traditional OnGuard Alarm Monitoring Windows® application, enabling basic alarm and status monitoring without client installation or upgrades. With the OnGuard system, users can securely access events and alarms through a supported web browser on their desktop, laptop, or tablet. Based on the latest HTML5 standards, OnGuard Monitor client features a responsive user interface and supports a wide range of client platforms.
OnGuard Monitor client is one of several browser clients available with OnGuard, allowing installation-free user access to the OnGuard system. Designed with the user in mind, this flexible OnGuard interface provides a simplified, customizable view of activity in the OnGuard system. Multiple custom layouts can be created and stored, putting critical security information at the user’s fingertips.
OnGuard Monitor client is intended for OnGuard users such as front desk attendants or security guards who view and acknowledge alarms and monitor status. It not intended for fulltime security operations centers with large-volume alarm and device operations.
