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Newsletter • 2009 • Issue 3 |
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What's the Big Deal with Server Farms?
Lately there is a lot of talk about server farms. Why all the fuss? When is it useful?
In short, a server farm is a group of physical servers that are operating together on the network as part of one, unified system. This offers centralized server management and higher reliability and scalability than previously possible. Normal CCTV systems require cameras to be directly connected to the recording device (such as a DVR), and if the recorder fails, access to those cameras (and the recorded video) goes with it. Alternatively, an IP based system connects to the cameras across the network, and since there is no physical connection, any server can act for another in the case of failure.
Here's how it works. At least two physical servers must be installed on the network, and each will have access to network based storage for video archiving as well as the network cameras themselves. Everything is "connected" through a network switch. One server is recording video to the network storage through the LAN while the second server is monitoring the health of the first. If the first server fails, the second immediately connects to the cameras and continues video recording. Video playback remains available since the redundant server also has access to the centralized video storage through the LAN.
This extra reliability is extremely appropriate in mission critical deployments. Administration is also greatly simplified, as a centralized database is shared between all servers eliminating duplicate configuration between servers. For example, adding a new user more than once is unnecessary as all servers will share the same database. If multiple DVRs are used, duplicating configuration such as alarm schedules, rules, user access, etc are necessary and cumbersome.
Aimetis Symphony™ has an architecture which supports Server Farms and consequently offers simplified configuration and management while delivering higher reliability to the end user. This level of scalability and reliability is not available in analog CCTV deployments.
Questions? Send an email.
Sincerely,
Mike Janzen
Chief Software Architect |
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IMS Research Identifies Aimetis as Early Adopter of Mobile Video Content Analysis
Aimetis has been identified by IMS Research as an early adopter of Mobile Video Content Analysis technology in its 2009 report, The World Market for Mobile Video Surveillance Equipment. The report predicts the mobile video surveillance market to grow steadily, reaching $565.5 million by 2013, up from $375.4 million in 2008. Video content analysis technology is expected to continue to be adopted in mobile environments, particularly Transit Buses, Trains & Trams over the same period.
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Aimetis Symphony™ Selected to Secure Critical Infrastructure Facilities
As a critical infrastructure provider, Con Edison is responsible for providing power to the entire Tri-State area, including New York and therefore takes important precautions to prevent and respond to threats on its facilities. With thousands of cameras installed to monitor internal and external theft, perimeter breaches, and other suspicious behavior at its Power Distribution, Seaside and Port facilities, Con Edison required a solution to intelligently manage the wealth of video data to ensure threats are detected and responded to quickly and efficiently.
After an extensive evaluation of video analytics providers, Con Edison selected Aimetis Symphony as its intelligent video management software solution. Aimetis Symphony outperformed the competition in terms of analytics accuracy, ease-of-use, stability and network security. The software provides reliable real-time alerting of potentially significant events as well as in-depth reporting tools to improve security and operational efficiencies. |
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Aimetis Symphony™ 6.2 Now Available
Aimetis Symphony 6.2 introduces several major new and enhanced features including:
- Video Wall
- Improved Server Farms (unlimited servers per farm)
- Advanced Search Capability using any video engine (Enterprise only)
- Fully Customizable Camera Tree
- New Language Availability
- Spanish
- Portuguese
- Swedish
- New Supported Devices
Beta testing of Aimetis Symphony 6.2 is now complete and has been publicly released. The latest version of the software can be downloaded here.
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Changes to Software Assurance
Aimetis introduced Software Assurance in Fall 2008 with considerable positive feedback along with suggestions for how we could make Software Assurance even better. We have taken that feedback and made some changes to the Software Assurance program to give end-users more choice in choosing the right combination of software updates, version upgrades and technical support to meet their needs.
There are now two levels of Software Assurance to choose from, as outlined in the table below. For more information click here.
*Please note that until further notice Technical Support (included with the GOLD package) is only available in English for customers located in Canada and the United States of America. |
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Aimetis extends distribution in Europe with two new distributors
Aimetis has recently signed distribution agreements with both Anixter EMEA and Conectis to expand distribution within Europe. The distribution agreement with Anixter is pan-European, while the Conectis agreement focuses on IP-friendly, France.
Richard Caballero, Vice President, Channel Sales, Aimetis Corp. states: "Our new agreement with Anixter EMEA and Conectis allows us to extend our reach within Europe with an established network of system integrators and value-added resellers who are experienced in both the security and IP communications market." |
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Updated Website!
Aimetis recently launched its updated website. The new site features a fresh look with improved navigation, along with extensively updated and enhanced content. Be sure to check out some of the new sections, including:
- New Multi-Language Collateral Library
(Download the main Aimetis brochures in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, and German)
- New Where to Buy Tool
(Search for distributors and/or resellers in your region)
- Technology Trends & Whitepapers
(Keep up-to-date with the latest trends and technology innovations)
- Aimetis in the News
(See a compiled list of Aimetis features in trade media)
JOIN THE OFFICIAL BETA TEST GROUP!
Apply Today!* |
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Benefits of Becoming an Official Beta Tester:
- Extensive Preview of New Software Versions
- Direct Input for Software Improvements
- Networking Opportunities
- Prizes
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| *Send Email indicating your Interest - Limited Space Available, Aimetis Channel Partners Only |
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Upcoming Tradeshows & Conferences
Electronic Security Expo
June 22-26, 2009
Baltimore Convention Center
Aimetis Presentation: June 24, 8:30am
Topic: Making the Leap - Analog to Intelligent IP Video
IMS Video Content Analysis Conference
June 23 -24, 2009
Brussels, Belgium |
Upcoming Webinars
The Business Case for Intelligent Surveillance in Government
May 28, 2009 - 2pm EST
Free Registration
Transitioning from Analog CCTV to Intelligent Video Surveillance
June 4, 2009 - 2pm MESZ
Free Registration
The Business Case for Intelligent Surveillance in Transportation
July 9, 2009 - 2pm EST
Free Registration |