AKCP sensorProbeX+ SPX4

The AKCP sensorProbeX+ SPX4 is a state-of-the-art monitoring hardware platform designed to meet the increasing demands of IT environments and industrial infrastructures. Companies that rely on performance, security, and efficiency will find in the SPX4 a modular, highly adaptable system.

As part of AKCP’s successful sensorProbeX+ family, the SPX4 has been designed to ensure maximum scalability. It serves as an ideal tool for server room monitoring, data center supervision, facility management monitoring, and industrial plant monitoring. Thanks to its modular expandability, the system grows with operational requirements and can be customized for a wide range of applications.

The base configuration includes 4 RJ-45 sensor ports, an EXP / Modbus / RS-485 interface, and a BEB connector. This makes the SPX4 suitable for both traditional IT infrastructure and industrial environments. Flexible mounting options allow easy integration into 19” racks or electrical cabinets.

Particularly noteworthy is the modular design principle: the base unit can be expanded at any time with optional modules – from additional sensor ports to relay, analog input, or GSM communication modules. The result is a fully customized monitoring platform tailored to the specific needs of IT managers, facility operators, and industrial users.

Modular Design for Custom Monitoring Solutions

At the core of the SPX4 is the MCU module, which serves as the central controller. It can be expanded with various add-on modules, allowing users to define precise monitoring configurations. Compatible AKCP sensors are automatically detected through AutoSense technology and immediately visible on the web interface. Thanks to plug-and-play functionality, installation and operation time are significantly reduced.

Comprehensive Sensor Integration

The AKCP SPX4 covers all key environmental parameters. Typical applications include:

• Temperature monitoring, including thermocouple sensors for extreme temperature ranges (cooling systems, industrial processes).
• Humidity monitoring with precision sensors and waterproof variants for specialized environments.
• Airflow measurement for efficient cooling control in server rooms.
• Smoke and fire detection for early warning of smoldering fires.
• Power monitoring for both AC and DC currents.
• Water and liquid detection, including localized water leak detection and sensors for diesel, oil, or kerosene.

Enhanced Security Features

In addition to technical parameters, the SPX4 also monitors physical security aspects. PIR motion sensors detect unauthorized access, while door and window contacts secure entry points. Vibration and glass-break sensors identify tampering attempts. For emergency power systems, ultrasonic sensors enable fuel level monitoring in diesel or kerosene tanks.

Professional Alarm Management and Integration

The SPX4 features highly flexible alarm management. All events can be forwarded through multiple channels: email, SMS (via GSM modem), SNMP traps, or optical and acoustic signals. Administrators can predefine escalation chains to ensure that critical incidents never go unnoticed.

Full SNMP compatibility allows seamless integration with leading monitoring software such as Nagios, Check_MK, PRTG, or WhatsUp Gold. MIB files, plugins, and interface modules are readily available.

Extensive Optional Modules

A wide range of expansion options makes the SPX4 a truly customizable platform. Available modules include:

• Sensor modules: additional Sensor4 or E-Sensor8 modules (8 ports via RS-485)
• Communication modules: GSM, LTE, or GPS module
• Interface modules: dry contact boards (10/20 inputs), relay cards, analog inputs (0–5V / 4–20mA)
• Power options: internal mini-UPS with battery, redundant power supplies, or PoE monitoring

Flexible Mounting Options

The SPX4 is suitable for a wide variety of installation scenarios. By default, it is designed as a 1U rack device but can optionally be supplied as a compact 0U version or DIN rail mountable unit. This allows flexible deployment in data centers as well as industrial electrical enclosures.

Technical Reliability

One of the SPX4’s outstanding characteristics is its durability. With a mean time between failures (MTBF) exceeding 10 million hours, it is among the most reliable platforms on the market. Its low power consumption of approximately 1 watt minimizes heat generation and operating costs.

Standard models operate in temperature ranges from 0 to +70 °C, while industrial versions are designed for environments as low as -25 °C. This ensures stable performance even under demanding conditions. All SPX4 units undergo rigorous burn-in tests to guarantee maximum quality control.

Integration with AKCess Pro Server

Centralized management of multiple SPX4 units is achieved via the AKCess Pro Server DCIM platform. It integrates sensor, security, and video data into a single dashboard. Escalation management, historical logging, and trend analysis help administrators secure infrastructure proactively and maintain complete operational visibility.

SmartRack Integration

When combined with AKCess Pro SmartRack technology, rack hotspots can be detected and visualized. Complementary RFID access control systems secure cabinet doors and side panels, ensuring physical protection of IT hardware as well.

Network Security and Protocols

The SPX4 is fully future-ready in terms of network standards. It supports SNMPv1/v2/v3, HTTPS, MQTT/MQTTS, IPv6, and VPN. Secure access is handled through RADIUS and TACACS, supporting up to 500 managed users. This allows straightforward implementation of role-based IT security concepts.

Advantages of the AKCP sensorProbeX+ SPX4

• Modular architecture with customizable expandability
• 4 base sensor ports, expandable to many more
• Integration of diverse sensors, from temperature to fuel level monitoring
• Secure alarm management with SNMP traps, email, SMS, and relay activation
• Compatible with leading network monitoring software
• Optional PoE and redundant power supply
• Mounting options: rack, wall, or DIN rail
• Exceptional reliability with MTBF over 10 million hours
• Seamless integration with the AKCess Pro Server DCIM platform
• Compatible with SmartRack technology for physical IT security

The AKCP sensorProbeX+ SPX4 defines a new standard in modular monitoring hardware. It combines flexibility, scalability, and robust engineering in a single system. Its modular design accommodates a wide range of scenarios – from server room monitoring and data center supervision to industrial and facility management monitoring.

With modern protocols, seamless integration, extensive sensor support, and extremely high reliability, the SPX4 is a future-proof investment. IT managers, administrators, and facility operators benefit from a tool that enhances transparency, reduces costs, and ensures long-term protection of critical infrastructures.