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2N Unit Offers Multi-User Flexibility

By SDM Editors
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Courtesy of 2N.

Courtesy of 2N.

May 20, 2023

The 2N Access Unit 2.0 supports three access technologies—multi-frequency RFID cards, PIN via a touch keypad and Bluetooth-based smartphone credentials — simultaneously, providing different access control options for different users. The unit can allow for two-factor authentication — perhaps smartphone credentials followed by a PIN code — for buildings that require more security. As well as flexibility, the solution avoids wasting space and money by combining multiple devices and modules, making installation very straightforward and streamlining the management of the site’s access control devices. The unit is compatible with 2N PICard, which lets administrators create a unique cryptographic keyset for every site and then use that keyset to encode new protected identity credentials that are put on to RFID cards. 2N PICard Commander is built on Mifare DESFire technology and combines a high level of security with a uniquely simple workflow.

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