The controller and power architecture determine how securely and reliably each opening operates—even when the server or network is unavailable.
Controller families
| Family | Role | Typical planning use |
|---|---|---|
| Net2 Plus | Networked single-door control for Net2 systems | Modular expansion with controller, enclosure and power options selected per opening or group of openings. |
| Paxton10 single-door controller | Door control for the Paxton10 platform | Used where web-managed Paxton10 access, credentials and event workflows are required. |
| Switch2 | Standalone controller architecture | For limited standalone applications where centralized network management is not the goal. |
| Paxton10 connectors | Alarm, input, output, I/O and wireless interfaces | Adds supervised event exchange, auxiliary control or PaxLock wireless connectivity according to the current product specification. |
A complete panel schedule includes more than a controller
- Controller model and supported platform/software version
- Listed enclosure, power supply and standby battery calculation
- Lock power separated or coordinated as required
- Reader, door contact and request-to-exit inputs
- Fire-alarm release and life-safety sequence
- Network switch port, VLAN, addressing and surge protection
- Cable type, pathway, grounding and labeling
- Expansion capacity and service clearances
- Offline behavior and recovery procedure
- Commissioning tests documented per opening
Why one-door architecture can be useful
Placing intelligence close to the opening can simplify expansion and fault isolation, but it also means power, network, enclosure placement and physical security must be designed repeatedly and consistently. Controller cabinets belong on the secure side of the door and should not be placed where a reader cable or relay can be easily reached from the public side.
Manufacturer references
Product capabilities and compatibility were checked against Paxton’s official U.S. materials. Specifications, availability and software support can change; Boston High Tech confirms the current design before procurement.
Explore the Paxton product family
Plan a Paxton system around your doors—not a generic parts list
Boston High Tech surveys the openings, network, power, life-safety interfaces, credential population and operating workflow before finalizing equipment. We serve projects from our Charlotte headquarters and local client offices serving Massachusetts, New York and New Jersey. Visits are by appointment so the appropriate specialist is available.
How to compare and specify this product family
For Paxton Controllers, Panels and Connectors, the right model and architecture depend on the site, existing infrastructure and operating policy. A proposal should clearly document the following access-control system decisions before equipment is ordered:
- Number and type of controlled openings
- Controller, reader, lock and credential compatibility
- Cloud or on-premise administration and ownership
- Offline behavior, backup power and emergency operation
- Directory, HR, video, visitor and elevator integrations
- Licensing, cybersecurity, training and lifecycle support
Installation, testing and handoff
A site survey records each opening, door hardware, cable path, power, network, credential policy and integration requirement. The design then maps readers, controllers, locks, inputs, outputs and administrator roles to the operational workflow. Commissioning includes door-by-door functional tests, failure-mode and backup-power checks, permission and schedule tests, event verification, administrator training and as-built documentation. Product availability, subscriptions and supported integrations are confirmed for the current project before procurement.
Boston High Tech supports projects from its Charlotte headquarters and local client offices serving Massachusetts, New York and New Jersey.
Official Paxton software, firmware and support
Use the manufacturer links below for current software, firmware, release notes, manuals and technical resources. Boston High Tech links directly to official manufacturer portals and does not copy or host firmware files.
Before installing an update: verify the exact model, region, hardware revision, current version, required intermediate releases, licensing or support entitlement, backup and rollback plan, integrations and maintenance window. An incorrect firmware package or upgrade sequence can interrupt service, invalidate compatibility or prevent a downgrade. Coordinate updates for monitored, life-safety-adjacent or business-critical systems with the system administrator and an authorized specialist.
Some resources require a customer, dealer, certified-technician or active-support login. Cloud-managed products may update automatically and may not provide a public firmware file.