AXIS Rack Solution
More video servers in less space – quick, flexible and
professional installation and service
The AXIS Video Server Rack is a 19” rack solution that can be
used to mount a large number of video servers (typically serving
15-20 cameras and upwards) with a common power supply,
providing a space-efficient solution.
The Axis rack solution combines high reliability and
functionality with quick, flexible and professional installation.
Designed for improved serviceability and quick replacement
of units, the rack holds up to 12 interchangeable and hotswappable blades, so there is no need for power-down during
installation or service.
The Axis rack solution is designed for applications involving
large number of cameras, both existing and new systems. It is
also ideal for applications handling large physical surveillance
areas such as prisons, airports, large buildings, university
campuses and bus, subway and railway stations.
■ Quick and professional installation of various
video servers in the same rack
■ Expandable system, simply by adding blades
and wiring up
■ Integrated power supply, for easy
installation/expansion, and easy addition of
back-up power solutions
■ Higher density of video channels compared
to stand alone solution
■ Improved serviceability and trouble-free unit
replacement
AXIS Video Server Rack
Hardware & System
• Aluminum rack, 19” / 3U
• Available slots: 12 (support hot swap)
Connections
• Video: Analog video input/s (BNC)
• Power: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1.6 A
Each slot contains the following connectors on
the rear of the rack:
• Network: 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet
networks (RJ-45)
• Serial communication: RS-232 & RS-485
(terminal block)
• I/O: alarm inputs and outputs (terminal block)
1. Video input(s) are located on the blade
2. Number of inputs and outputs varies between different types of Blade.
3. Ensure proper ventilation/cooling when installing multiple racks.
AXIS Blade Video Servers
Operating Conditions
• Temp: 5 - 50 ºC (41-122 ºF)
• Humidity: 20 - 80% RHG
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Dimensions and Weight
1
• Height: 132 mm (5.2”)
• Width: 482 mm (19.0”)
• Depth: 300 mm (11.8”)
• Weight: 3.3 kg (7.3 pounds)(incl. PSU)
Shipping contains
• Video server rack
• Power supply module (installed)
• Blanking panels (installed)
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• Connector kit
• Mains cable
Approvals
• EMC:
- CE compliant according to:
+ EN55024:1998 +A1
+ EN61000-6-1:2001
+ EN61000-6-2:2001
+ EN55022:1998 +A1 Class B
+ EN61000-3-2:2000
+ EN61000-3-3:1995 +A1
- FCC Part 15 subpart B, demonstrated by
compliance with EN55022:1998
- VCCI:2002 Class B ITE
- C-tick AS/NZS 3548
• Safety
- EN60950
24780/EN/R4/0505
• Installation guide
The following Blade Video Servers are available. Further information will be found
in the respective video server datasheet. Functionality of a blade server is exactly
the same as the stand alone version of the video server.
Each blade is shipped with connector kit, installation guide for video server rack
and the respective video server manual.
Product Selection Guide
Product No. of
240Q Blade
241Q Blade
241S Blade
250S Blade
2400+ Blade
2401+ Blade
* Requires the AXIS 2191 Audio Module
NOTE: Please see separate datasheets for all stand-alone video servers.
channels
4 Motion JPEG 24/20 Yes 4 / 4 Yes Yes No
4
1
1 MPEG-2 30/25
4 Motion JPEG 30/25 No 4 / 1 Yes No Yes*
1 Motion JPEG 30/25 No 4 / 1 Yes No Yes*
Video
compression
Motion JPEG/
MPEG-4
Motion JPEG/
MPEG-4
Total Frame Rate
(NTSC/PAL)
120/100 Yes 4 / 4 Yes Yes No
30/25 Yes 4 / 4 Yes Yes No
Video Motion
Detection
No
Alarm
inputs/outputs
4 / 1
PTZ
support
Yes
HTTPS Audio
No Yes
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