License Policy
BioStar X is the next generation access control software developed as a successor to BioStar 2. Supports various deployment environments of today and the future through an enhanced system architecture, expanded features, and a more flexible licensing model.
BioStar X offers a total of five scalable license levels ranging from Starter to Elite, allowing you to choose according to various environments from small businesses to large corporate settings. Designed in a modular structure, it can add a variety of optional features such as video integration, mobile access, and multi-server support.
Base License
The base license is an essential component for activating and operating the system. This license serves as a foundation for applying additional features or upgrades.
| Device Manager | Starter | Essential | Advanced | Enterprise | Elite | |
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| Maximum Number of Doors | 0 | 5 | 32 | 128 | 500 | 2000 |
| Maximum Users | 200 | 100 | 1,000 | 50,000 | 100,000 | 500,000 |
| Maximum Operators | 1 | 1 | 10 | 20 | 40 | 100 |
| Maximum Connected IP Devices | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Maps | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | Add on | Add on | Add on |
| Advanced Access Control (Global APB, Global Fire Alarm, Intrusion Alarm, Mustering, Occupancy Limit, Elevator, Interlock) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | Add on | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Capacity Upgrade (Doors/Users/Operators) | Users, Operators only | ❌ | Add on | Add on | Add on | Add on |
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The Device Manager license is required for customers using third-party software or third-party systems who wish to efficiently manage Suprema devices through BioStar X.
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Maximum Operators refers to the number of users who are granted access permissions to the system.
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If the maximum number of connected IP devices exceeds 1,000, it is recommended to use the Multi Communications server.
Capacity Upgrade
License upgrades are available for holders of Essential, Advanced, Enterprise, and Elite licenses. License holders of the Device Manager can only purchase User and Operator Upgrades.
| Number | |
|---|---|
| Doors | 32 |
| Users | 5,000 |
| Operators | 10 |
Feature add-ons
The following items can be purchased individually and can be additionally applied to Advanced, Enterprise, and Elite license tiers.
| Feature | License Type | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Multi Communications Server Init | Base License | Includes 1 communication server. Supports up to 1,000 IP devices. An annual maintenance agreement is required. |
| Multi Communications Server Add-on | Additional Server | Adds 1 additional communication server. Extends IP device capacity by 1,000 per add-on. |
| GIS Map | System | You can use the GIS map to set up areas, facilities, and floors. |
| Video | Camera | Required when integrating third-party VMS. Supports up to 1,000 integrated cameras per system. |
| Server Matching | ID, Card, Fingerprint, IR face | Server matching method compares the ID, card, fingerprint, and IR face stored on the device to the credentials stored in the server database. |
| Visitor | System | Administrators and operators can track or control visitor access. |
| Directory Integration | System | Supports integration with directory services for centralized user management. |
| Roll Call | System | - |
Not all cameras connected to the VMS need to be integrated with BioStar X. For example, even if the VMS supports 32 cameras, users only need to purchase a license for the specific camera that they want to integrate with BioStar X, and there is no need to purchase a license for all cameras.
The following items can be purchased individually and can be added regardless of the base license.
| Feature | License Type | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile App | System | - |
| Event log API | System | The system can receive and log event logs via external API. This allows third-party applications or services to insert event data directly into the access control system for centralized logging and reporting. |
| Remote Access | System (billed annually) | Provides a secure tunnel feature that allows access to the BioStar X server from an external network. BioStar X also serves as a gateway for external network access to mobile and API. Required for using Send Face Mobile Enroll Link feature. |
| BioStar X Plugin | System | Supports external plugin integration. A maximum of 10 custom plugins can be used per system. For more information, see Plugin. |
| Attendance Management (T&A) | Standard | Supports up to 500 users. |
| Enterprise | There is no limit on the number of users. |
Time & attendance (T&A) users follow the base license limit and are allowed up to the maximum user count permitted by the time & attendance edition. (e.g., 500 users for the Standard edition)
Package
The following item can be purchased as add-ons from the Advanced license tier, and are included by default in Enterprise and Elite license tiers.
- Advanced Access Control: A package of advanced access control features - Global APB, Global Fire Alarm, Intrusion Alarm, Mustering, Occupancy Limit, Elevator Control, and Interlock.
Device License
Device licenses can be purchased individually and can be added regardless of the base license. Device licenses are issued based on the serial number (S/N). This feature can only be activated on devices that require a license.
| Feature | License Type | Supported models | Remarks |
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| Camera QR | Device | BioStation 3 Max, XPass Q2, BioStation 3, X-Station 2 (no QR code reader) | - |
| Wireless Lock | Device | CoreStation 40 | - |