HID Aero X1100C Intelligent Controller
Overview
The HID Aero X1100C is an enterprise-grade intelligent access control controller designed to manage up to two access points and support up to four readers directly on the controller. It combines onboard door control, advanced cybersecurity features, OSDP reader support, and scalable I/O expansion into a single platform.
The X1100C serves as a direct replacement for the legacy VertX EVO V1000 and VertX EVO V2000 while providing enhanced security and expanded functionality.
Key Features
Multi-Reader Support
Supports:
- Up to 2 access-controlled doors
- Up to 4 OSDP readers
- Up to 2 Wiegand readers
Reader configurations include:
| Reader Technology | Supported Readers |
|---|---|
| OSDP | Up to 4 |
| Wiegand | Up to 2 |
Integrated Inputs and Outputs
Inputs
- 7 supervised inputs
- Analog-to-digital conversion support
Typical monitoring points include:
- Door position
- Request-to-Exit (REX)
- Tamper detection
- Power supply status
- Battery monitoring
- General-purpose inputs
Outputs
- 4 onboard relay outputs
- Door lock control
- Alarm activation
- Auxiliary device control
Scalable Architecture
The X1100C can be expanded using:
- HID Aero X100
- HID Aero X200
- HID Aero X300
It also supports legacy:
- VertX V100
- VertX V200
- VertX V300
Maximum System Capacity
| Resource | Maximum Capacity |
|---|---|
| Readers | 64 |
| Access Points | 64 |
| Inputs | 615 |
| Outputs | 388 |
This makes the controller suitable for everything from small facilities to large enterprise deployments.
OSDP Reader Support
The X1100C supports Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP), providing several advantages over traditional Wiegand systems.
Benefits
- Bi-directional communication
- Device supervision
- Improved diagnostics
- Firmware updates
- Secure Channel encryption
- Higher cybersecurity protection
Advanced Cybersecurity
TLS-Based Network Security
The controller supports:
- TLS 1.2
- TLS 1.3
- Mutual authentication
These features protect communication between the controller and management software.
AES-256 Module Encryption
Communication between:
- X1100C controller
- Expansion I/O modules
is secured using:
- AES-256 encryption
Hardware Security Features
The platform incorporates multiple hardware-level security mechanisms:
ARM TrustZone
Provides secure separation of trusted and non-trusted operations.
Secure Boot
Ensures only authenticated firmware can run.
Dedicated Crypto Chips
Protect encryption keys and sensitive credentials.
Threat Level Management
The X1100C supports up to:
7 Threat Levels
Administrators can instantly change system behavior during:
- Lockdowns
- Emergency situations
- Security incidents
- Elevated threat conditions
Threat levels can automatically modify:
- Cardholder permissions
- Door access rules
- Alarm behavior
- System responses
Typical Applications
Corporate Facilities
- Office buildings
- Headquarters
- Multi-floor facilities
Education
- Universities
- Schools
- Campus security
Government
- Administrative facilities
- Critical infrastructure
- Secure buildings
Healthcare
- Hospitals
- Laboratories
- Pharmaceutical facilities
Industrial Sites
- Manufacturing plants
- Distribution centers
- Restricted production areas
Advantages Over Legacy VertX Controllers
| Feature | VertX EVO V1000/V2000 | Aero X1100C |
|---|---|---|
| OSDP Support | Limited | ✔ Full Support |
| TLS 1.2/1.3 | ✖ | ✔ |
| AES-256 Encryption | ✖ | ✔ |
| Secure Boot | ✖ | ✔ |
| ARM TrustZone | ✖ | ✔ |
| Threat Levels | ✖ | ✔ |
| Expansion Support | ✔ | ✔ |
| Reader Capacity | Lower | Up to 64 |
| Cybersecurity | Basic | Enterprise Grade |
Key Benefits Summary
✅ Controls up to 4 readers and 2 access points onboard
✅ 7 supervised inputs and 4 relay outputs included
✅ Supports both OSDP and Wiegand readers
✅ AES-256 encrypted communication with expansion modules
✅ TLS 1.2 and TLS 1.3 secure network communications
✅ ARM TrustZone, Secure Boot, and crypto-chip security architecture
✅ Supports up to 64 readers and 64 doors with expansion modules
✅ Compatible with both Aero and legacy VertX expansion modules
✅ Seven configurable threat levels for emergency response
The HID Aero X1100C is a modern, cyber-hardened access control controller that combines onboard door control, scalable expansion, and enterprise-grade security, making it suitable for organizations upgrading from legacy systems or deploying new high-security access control infrastructures.
