Axis A1710-B Network Door Controller

Axis A1710-B Network Door Controller

The Axis A1710-B Network Door Controller (SKU: 03078-001) is a compact, enterprise-grade access control solution designed to centralize management of up to four doors while supporting eight OSDP readers and eight locks from a single device. Built for organizations requiring scalable, secure, and efficient access management, this controller consolidates complex door control architecture into one streamlined unit, reducing installation complexity and operational overhead.

Key Features

• Manages up to 4 doors with centralized control
• Supports 8 OSDP (Open Supervised Device Protocol) readers and 8 locks
• OSDP Verified certification for encrypted, secure reader communication
• Compact form factor for deployment in space-constrained environments
• Power over Ethernet (PoE) powered for simplified cabling and integration
• Advanced cybersecurity including secure boot, signed firmware, and Axis Edge Vault
• Network and Ethernet connectivity for seamless IT infrastructure integration

Technical Highlights

The A1710-B delivers institutional-grade security through multiple protective layers. OSDP Verified certification ensures encrypted communication between readers and the controller, preventing credential interception or tampering at the protocol level. Hardware-based protection is provided through Axis Edge Vault, safeguarding sensitive access data and cryptographic keys against physical and logical attacks. Secure boot and signed firmware prevent unauthorized code execution and ensure system integrity from startup.

Its compact design makes it ideal for installation in equipment closets, control rooms, or other space-constrained locations where traditional larger controllers are impractical. PoE power eliminates the need for dedicated power infrastructure, reducing total cost of ownership and enabling faster deployment across multi-site enterprises.

Applications

• Multi-tenant office buildings requiring per-floor or per-suite access control
• Corporate campuses managing access across multiple facilities
• Data centers and server rooms requiring secure credential-based entry
• Educational institutions controlling access to classrooms, labs, and administrative areas
• Healthcare facilities managing restricted-access zones and patient areas
• Retail and hospitality environments requiring staff and VIP access differentiation

Marty Allison

The A1710-B represents a strategic choice for organizations seeking to move beyond legacy magnetic stripe or proximity card systems. OSDP encryption at the protocol level addresses a critical vulnerability in traditional access control: unencrypted credential transmission. This is particularly important in high-security environments where credential cloning is a realistic threat.

The controller's ability to manage 8 readers and 8 locks from a single PoE device offers significant advantages over distributed controllers. Centralized management simplifies firmware updates, policy changes, and audit logging. PoE delivery also reduces infrastructure complexity—no separate 24VDC power supplies or dedicated wiring, allowing faster integration into existing network infrastructure.

For organizations deploying Axis end-to-end access control ecosystems, the A1710-B integrates seamlessly with Axis readers, cameras, and management platforms, enabling unified credential verification and video integration at access points. This convergence of physical and logical security data creates stronger forensic and real-time threat detection capabilities.

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