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Contents ............................................................................................................................. iii
UL 294 Compliance Requirements ..................................................................................... v
S2 NetBox Requirements ................................................................................................ v
S2 Network Node Requirements .................................................................................. viii
S2 NetBox VR Quatro Requirements.............................................................................. xi
S2 NetBox Extreme Requirements ............................................................................... xiv
Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 1
Where to Go for More Information ................................................................................... 2
Installation Notes ............................................................................................................. 2
Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................................ 3
Preparing to Install .............................................................................................................. 4
System Overview ............................................................................................................ 4
Systems Comparison ...................................................................................................... 6
Topology Considerations ............................................................................................... 10
System Requirements ................................................................................................... 20
Installation Overview Checklist ...................................................................................... 22
Component Part Numbers ............................................................................................. 22
Mounting the Enclosure.................................................................................................... 23
Mounting a Wall-Mount Enclosure ................................................................................. 23
Mounting a Rack-Mount Enclosure ................................................................................ 27
Performing an Orderly System Shutdown ....................................................................... 31
Installing Additional Blades ............................................................................................. 33
S2 NetBox and S2 Network Node.................................................................................. 33
S2 NetBox VR Quatro and S2 Network Node VR .......................................................... 34
How Slot and Position Numbers are Determined ........................................................... 35
Connecting Resources ..................................................................................................... 38
Wiring Readers.............................................................................................................. 38
Connecting Readers ...................................................................................................... 39
Wiring Inputs ................................................................................................................. 41
Connecting Inputs ......................................................................................................... 41
Input Supervision Types ................................................................................................ 42
Wiring Outputs............................................................................................................... 47
Connecting Outputs ....................................................................................................... 50
Wiring Temperature Sensors ......................................................................................... 51
Connecting Temperature Sensors ................................................................................. 53
Wiring the Network Connection ....................................................................................... 54
Wiring Power ..................................................................................................................... 57
Adding a Backup Battery .................................................................................................. 60
Setting Up a Small Configuration Network ...................................................................... 61
Configuring and Enabling the S2 Node .......................................................................... 62
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Testing and Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 63

The Mini-ITX Network Controller.................................................................................... 63
The S2 Network Node with M1-3200 Blade ................................................................... 66
Access Control, Input, Output, and Temperature Blades ............................................... 66
Removing Blades .......................................................................................................... 68
Using the Power, Reset, and Revert Buttons ................................................................. 69
Replacing Boards .............................................................................................................. 73
Replacing the Mini ITX Network Controller .................................................................... 73
Replacing the SAM-E Module ........................................................................................ 75
Replacing the S2 Network Node with M1-3200 Blade.................................................... 77
Resetting an S2 Network Node with M1-2300 Blade to Factory Defaults ....................... 80
Cleaning the System ......................................................................................................... 81
Hardware and Third Party Device Specification.............................................................. 82
Environmental Requirements ........................................................................................ 82
Power Requirements ..................................................................................................... 82
Reader Power Available from the S2 System ................................................................ 82
Wiring Requirements and Specifications ....................................................................... 82
Readers......................................................................................................................... 83
Cameras........................................................................................................................ 83
Temperature Sensors .................................................................................................... 84
Software Protocols and Standards ................................................................................ 84
Single Facility Maximum Capacities .............................................................................. 84
Index .................................................................................................................................. 85
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 All interconnected devices must be UL Listed.
 Wiring methods shall be in accordance with the National Electrical
Code (ANSI/NFPA70), local codes, and the authorities having
jurisdiction.
 Minimum system configuration for supplemental computer:
Component Details
Operating system Windows 7 Home or Professional Edition

Microprocessor 2.3 GHz Intel Celeron
Minimum Disk Storage 220 GB
Minimum Memory 3 GB
S2 Software Version 4.1
 All equipment must be installed within the protected premises and is
for indoor use only.
 Only the Ethernet Connector on the SAM-E and
DN2800MT/E/MX280NI has been evaluated by UL.
 Transient protection for the Ethernet must be provided by a Ditek,
Model DTK-MRJ45C5E surge suppression device.
 A minimum .25-inch spacing must be maintained between power
limited and non-power limited circuits within the S2 NetBox enclosure.
All circuits are power limited except for the main's AC inlet.
 For wiring AC power, the earth ground stud is located near the
terminal block. The earth ground from the branch circuit must be wired
first on the PEM stud with a separate nut.
 S2 NetBox is compatible with UL Listed 26 bit, 128 bit and 200 bit
Wiegand readers.
 Only the S2 Network Node (S2NN-CBM) blade, S2 Access Control
Blade, S2 Input Blade and S2 Output Blade are approved for UL
installations.
 Temperature Blades are not UL Listed and cannot be used for UL
installations.
 The Tamper Switch must be programmed to disable the access
control portion of the system when tripped, lock all doors or
annunciate a local trouble condition through audio or visual means.
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Line Ground Earth ground

(black) stud wire (green)
Power
Supply
Conduit
Ground wire Neutral A minimum 2.5 inch spacing

(green with yellow stripe) (white) Terminal block must be maintained between
power limited and non-power
limited circuits within the
enclosure.
 Electrical specifications input:
Specification Values
Input range 100-240 Vac

Frequency 50-60 Hz
Input current 2.3 A max.
Output Voltage 12V DC
Output Current S2 NetBox: 2.8A max.
EMI filter FCC Class B conducted; CISPR22 Class
conducted; EN55022 Class conducted;
VDE0878PT3 Class B conducted
 Environment requirements:
Requirement Values
Operating temperature 0-49° C

Relative Humidity 85%± 5%
 The S2 NetBox is compatible with the following S2 Security UL 294

Listed products:
S2 Network Node
The S2 NetBox has not been evaluated with the S2 MicroNode by UL.
 Install according to national and local codes (ANSI/NFPA70) and use
only UL Listed equipment.
Note: For UL applications, S2 NetBox is a standalone system and

communication to a monitoring station is for supplemental
use only.
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 OBSERVE STATIC ELECTRICITY PRECAUTIONS WHEN

HANDLING AND INSTALLING S2 COMPONENTS. THESE
COMPONENTS CAN BE DAMAGED BY STATIC DISCHARGE.
 The S2 Security Corporation provides this publication “as is,” without
warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. The S2 Security
Corporation shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for
incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing,
performance, or use of this guide.
:
Figure 1 shows the UL 294 evaluated system configuration for the
S2 NetBox product. It includes:
 An S2 NetBox enclosure with a Mini-ITX Network Controller, an
S2 Network Node blade and an access control blade with a card
reader.
 An S2 Network Node without a controller, with an S2 Network Node
blade and an access control blade with a card reader.
A computer is required only for system setup, programming, and
supplemental monitoring.
S2 NetBox S2 Network
Node
Card Reader Card Reader

Figure 1. An S2 NetBox UL 294 evaluated system configuration.
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jurisdiction.
Component Details

Minimum Memory 3 GB

limited and non-power limited circuits within the S2 Network Node
enclosure. All circuits are power limited except for the main's AC inlet.
 S2 Network Node is compatible with UL Listed 26 bit, 128 bit and 200
bit Wiegand readers.
 Only the S2 Network Node (S2NN-CBM) Blade, S2 Access Control
installations.
installations.
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Power
Supply
Conduit

enclosure.

Frequency 50-60 Hz
Requirement Values

 The S2 Network Node is compatible with the following S2 Security UL

294 Listed products:
S2 NetBox
S2 NetBox Extreme
The S2 Network Node has not been evaluated by UL with the S2
NetBox VR Quatro or the S2 MicroNode.
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Note: For UL applications, NetBox is a standalone system and

communication to a monitoring station is for supplemental use
only.

Figure 2 shows the UL 294 evaluated system configuration for the S2

Network Node. It includes:
 An S2 Network Node with an access control blade with a card reader.
 An S2 NetBox Extreme with a Mini-ITX Network Controller.
S2 Network S2 NetBox
Node Extreme
Card Reader
Figure 2. S2 Network Node UL 294 evaluated system configuration.
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jurisdiction.
Component Details

Minimum Memory 3 GB

limited and non-power limited circuits within the NetBox enclosure. All
circuits are power limited except for the main's AC inlet.
Wiegand readers.
 Only the S2 Network Node (S2NN-CBM) Board, S2 Access Control
installations.
installations.
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Power
Supply
Conduit

enclosure.

Frequency 50-60 Hz
Requirement Values

 The S2 NetBox VR Quatro is compatible with the following S2

Security UL 294 Listed products:
S2 Network Node
The S2 NetBox VR Quatro has not been evaluated with the S2
MicroNode by UL.
Note: For UL applications, NetBox is a standalone system and

communication to a monitoring station is for supplemental use
only.
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NetBox VR Quatro. It includes:
 An S2 NetBox VR Quatro Mini-ITX Network Controller.
 An S2 Network Node with CBM blade.
 An access control blade with a card reader.
S2 NetBox VR
Quatro Controller
and Node
Card Reader
Figure 3. S2 NetBox VR Quatro UL 294 evaluated system configuration.
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jurisdiction.
Component Details

Minimum Memory 3 GB
limited and non-power limited circuits within the NetBox enclosure. All
circuits are power limited except for the main's AC inlet.
Wiegand readers.
 Only the S2 Network Node (S2NN-CBM) blade, S2 Access Control
installations.
installations.
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Power
Supply
Conduit

enclosure.

Frequency 50-60 Hz
Output Current NetBox: 2.8A max.
Requirement Values

 The S2 NetBox Extreme is compatible with the following S2 Security
UL 294 Listed products:
SS NetBox
S2 Network Node
S2 MicroNode
Note: For UL applications, S2 NetBox is a standalone system and

communication to a monitoring station is for supplemental
use only.
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OMPONENTS CAN BE DAMAGED BY STATIC DISCHARGE.

NetBox Extreme product. It includes:
 As S2 NetBox enclosure with a Mini-ITX Network Controller, an S2
Network Node blade and an access control blade with a card reader.
 An S2 NetBox Extreme with a Mini-ITX Network Controller.
 An S2 MicroNode with card reader.
Router
Security VLAN
S2 NetBox S2 NetBox S2 MicroNode

Controller Extreme
and Node
Figure 4: S2 NetBox Extreme UL 294 evaluated system configuration.
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This guide describes the hardware installation information and
procedures for S2 NetBox®, S2 NetBox® VR Quatro, S2 NetBox®
Extreme, S2 Network Node, and S2 Network Node VR systems. Except
where otherwise noted, the descriptions for each of the four system types
are the same.
Note: This guide only describes hardware installation instructions for

the S2 Network Node with M1-3200 blade. It does not include
information on the S2 MicroNode and S2 MicroNode Plus. For
information on these products, refer to the S2 MicroNode
Hardware Installation Guide (Document #MN-HW-xx) and the S2
MicroNode Plus Hardware Installation Guide (Document #MNP-
HW-xx).
Table 1 shows a list of the topics covered in this guide.
Required: Refer to Tech Note 24: S2 Node Operational Requirements

which pertains to networking requirements for optimal S2
node performance.
Table 1: Topics Covered in this Guide.
Topic Section
Preparing to install Preparing to Install on page 4.

Instructions for mounting the enclosure Mounting the Enclosure on page 23.
Instructions for adding any required additional Installing Additional Blades on page 33.
blades
Instructions for connecting readers, inputs, outputs, Connecting Resources on page 38.
and temperature sensors
Instructions for wiring the network connection Wiring the Network Connection on page 54.
Instructions for wiring power Wiring Power on page 57.
Instructions for adding battery backup to the S2 Adding a Backup Battery on page 60.
Network Node
Instructions for setting up a small network, if Setting Up a Small Configuration Network
necessary, which can be used to complete the initial on page 61.
software setup before the system is connected to
the corporate network
Testing and troubleshooting information Testing and Troubleshooting on page 63.
Information on interpreting the various system LED Interpreting the System Status LED on the
states and beeps Enclosure Door on page 65.
Interpreting the Mini-ITX Network Controller
Beeps on page 65.
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Topic Section
Interpreting the Network Node LEDs on
page 66.
Interpreting Access Control, Input, Output,
and Temperature Blade LEDs on page 68.
Hardware and third-party device specifications Hardware and Third Party Device
Specification on page 82.
Note: Check the S2 Security web site (www.s2sys.com) for updated

specifications, lists of supported devices, and software updates.
When the hardware installation is complete, refer to the following guides

for more information:
 The S2 NetBox Initial Software Setup Guide (Document #NB-SS-xx)
for information on setting initial IP values and logging into the NetBox.
 The S2 NetVR/S2 NetBox VR Installation and Initial Setup Guide
(Document #NVR-HW-xx) for information on setting up and
configuring the NetBox VR Quatro video management system and
your cameras.
 The S2 NetBox User Guide (Document #NB-UG-xx) for information on
performing common NetBox monitoring and administration tasks.
 The NetVR User Guide (Document #NVR-UG-xx) for information on
performing common NetVR video monitoring and administration tasks.
Note: All guides and technical notes are available from Support
Central on the S2 Security web site (www.s2sys.com). They
are also available from online help. Search for Guides and
Technical Notes.
Install according to ANSI/NFPA70 National Electrical Code and local

codes, and use only UL Listed equipment.
Disconnect power before servicing.
OBSERVE STATIC ELECTRICITY PRECAUTIONS WHEN HANDLING

AND INSTALLING SYSTEM COMPONENTS. THESE COMPONENTS
CAN BE DAMAGED BY STATIC DISCHARGE.

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The S2 Security Corporation provides this publication “as is,” without

Corporation shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental
or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance,
or use of this guide.
The S2 NetBox, S2 Enterprise and S2 Enterprise Ultra products have

passed the CE test for environmental specifications when shielded cables
are used for external writing. We recommend the use of shielded cables.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructional manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his or her own expense.
This equipment has passed the FM certification. According to the National

Fire Protection Association, work sites are classified into different classes,
divisions and groups, based on hazard considerations. This equipment is
compliant with the specifications of Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C,
and D indoor hazards.

An S2 security management system is web-based and does not require a
computer to operate. A computer is required only for system setup,
programming, and monitoring.
The system is implemented using a three-tiered, modular hardware
hierarchy:
 S2 controller
 S2 node
 Application extension blades
This modular design makes it possible, even during network downtime,
for the system to continue to manage access control and store system
activity logs. When network connectivity is re-established, the system
activity logs are re-integrated automatically.
The S2 controller is the top hardware tier. Its components are located
on an S2 Network Controller.
The embedded S2 controller software includes an operating system, a
web server, application software, and a database containing personnel
and system activity information. The S2 controller software can control
multiple nodes.
The S2 node is the middle hardware tier. An S2 node is the system

component that manages local access control decisions, using data
provided by the S2 controller.
The S2 node persistently stores its configuration information and event
data, so it will continue to function if the connection with the S2 controller
is lost. It also manages communications between the S2 controller and
some number of application extension blades and distributes power to the
blades.
The S2 node communicates with the S2 Network Controller over the IP
network via port 7262.
Current generation S2 nodes, which use a built-in web server for
configuration, are:
 S2 Network Node with M1-3200 blade
 S2 Network Node VR
 S2 MicroNode™ Plus

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Earlier generation S2 nodes are:

 S2 Network Node with CBM blade
 S2 MicroNode™
Note: This guide describes hardware installation instructions for

the S2 Network Node with M1-3200 and the S2 Network Node
VR.
For hardware installation information on S2 MicroNode,

S2 MicroNode Plus, and S2 Network Node with CBM blade, refer
to the S2 MicroNode Hardware Installation Guide (Document
#MN-HW-xx), the S2 MicroNode Plus Hardware Installation Guide
(Document #MNP-HW-xx), and the S2 Network Node Hardware
Installation Guide (Document #NN-HW-xx).
The application extension blades make up the bottom hardware tier.

They are connected to readers, inputs, outputs, and temperature sensors.
All application extension blades receive power and communications from
the S2 node via a ribbon cable bus. Each S2 node supports up to seven
application extension blades in any combination.
17.5 in (444.4mm)
SAM-E
module
S2
17 in (431.8 mm)
Network
Node with Up to six
M1-3200 additional
blade Access blades
Access
blade
Mini ITX
Network
Controller Power Supply
Figure 5: S2 NetBox system components.

The S2 systems described in this guide share many of the same basic
components but there are some differences based on purpose and
design, as described in the following table.
Table 2: System Components Comparison.
S2 NetBox with S2 Network Node S2 NetBox VR S2 NetBox

Controller and Quatro and S2 Extreme
Node Network Node VR
Enclosure Wall- and rack-mount Wall- and rack-mount Wall-mount only Wall- and rack-mount
S2 Network A Mini-ITX Network N/A S2 NetBox VR Quatro: A Mini-ITX Network
Controller Controller A Mini-ITX Network Controller
(DN2800MT/E/MX280NI) Controller (DN2800MT/E/MX280NI)
running S2 controller (DN2800MT/E/MX280NI) running S2 controller
application software running S2 controller application software
application software and
the NetVR video server
software
S2 Network Node VR:
A Mini-ITX Network
Controller
(DN2800MT/E/MX280NI)
running the NetVR video
server software
Network An S2 SAM-E module for N/A An S2 SAM-E module An S2 SAM module
Connection wall -mount units providing network providing network
Module providing network connectors and power connectors and power
connectors and power buttons buttons
buttons
S2 Network An S2 Network Node An S2 Network Node with An S2 Network Node with N/A
Node with M1-3200 blade M1-3200 blade running M1-3200 blade running
running the S2 node the S2 node application the S2 node application
application software software software
S2 Access An S2 Access Control An S2 Access Control An S2 Access Control N/A
Control Blade Blade (S2-ACM) that Blade (S2-ACM) that Blade (S2-ACM) that
supports up to two card supports up to two card supports up to two card
readers readers readers.
Additional Up to seven application Up to seven application Up to four application N/A
Blades extension blades can be extension blades can be extension blades can be
added to the enclosure added to the enclosure added to the enclosure
Power Supply An Astec LPS63 power An Astec LPS63 power An Astec LPS63 power An Astec LPS63 power
supply powering the unit supply powering the unit supply powering the unit supply powering the unit
Video Storage N/A N/A SATA HDD drive for N/A

Device video storage
Battery Backup N/A Battery backup is N/A N/A
available to keep the S2
node running in the event
that the power is lost to
the unit

The S2 NetBox and S2 Network Node are provided in a wall-mount and

rack-mount enclosure. The S2 NetBox is provided with an S2 controller.
The S2 Network Node is provided without an S2 controller, as shown in
Figure 6.
17.5 in (444.4mm) 15 in (381 mm)
SAM-E
module
S2 Network
17 in (431.8 mm)
17 in (431.8 mm)
Node
blade Up to six additional Up to six additional
Application Application
Application Extension blades Extension blades
Extension
blade
Mini ITX
Network
Controller Power Supply Power Supply
board
Figure 6. S2 NetBox and S2 Network Node.

You can add up to six additional application extension blades to the
enclosure for a total of seven blades in the enclosure. For more
information, see Connecting Resources on page 38.
The S2 NetBox VR Quatro is provided in a wall-mount enclosure that

includes the following:
 S2 Network Controller.
 S2 Network Node.
 Advanced video surveillance system integrated to work seamlessly
with your security system and cameras.
The S2 NetBox VR Quatro components are shown in Figure 7.

14 in (355.6 mm)
Video
SAM-E
module Controller
board
Network
14 in (355.6 mm)
Node
blade
Application Up to three additional

Extension Application Extension
blade blades
Mini ITX
Network
Figure 7. S2 NetBox VR Quatro components.

The S2 NetBox VR Quatro contains embedded S2 controller software
including an operating system, a web server, application software, and a
database.
The S2 NetBox VR Quatro can contain three additional access blades for
a total of four access blades.
S2 Network Node VR is provided in a wall-mount enclosure that includes

a Mini-ITX Video Controller board (DN2800MT/E/MX280NI) running video
server application software only. There is no Mini-ITX Network Controller
board running the S2 controller software as in the S2 NetBox and S2
NetBox VR Quatro enclosures.
The S2 NetBox Node VR also contains an S2 network node blade and an
advanced video surveillance system integrated to work seamlessly with
your security system and cameras.
In addition to the provided S2 access control blade, you can add up the
three additional application extension blades, for a total of four blades.
The S2 NetBox Node VR components are shown in Figure 8.

14 in (355.6 mm)
Video
SAM-E
module Controller
board
S2 node
14 in (355.6 mm)
blade
Access Up to three additional

control application extension
blade blades
Mini-ITX
Network
Figure 8: S2 Network Node VR components.
The S2 NetBox Extreme can be operated entirely from a web browser. It

can integrate access control, alarm monitoring, video surveillance, and
temperature monitoring capabilities in an IP-based, network-ready
system. The S2 NetBox Extreme is shown in Figure 9.

Mounting Holes
3.57 in
(9.07 cm)
Power Supply
13 in (33.02 cm)
Mini ITX
SAM Network
module Controller
10.5 in (26.67 cm)
Figure 9. S2 NetBox Extreme components.
The S2 NetBox Extreme contains embedded S2 controller software

including an operating system, a web server, application software, and a
database.
Issues to consider when selecting a topology for the installation include

simplicity, security, wiring requirements, bandwidth requirements, site
distances, current network topology, and the number of security system
resources to be wired.
The simplest topology for an S2 NetBox installation, shown in Figure 10,

will be the most common case for small systems. It includes the following:
 S2 NetBox with a Mini-ITX Network Controller.
 S2 Network Node with M1-3200 blade.
 Access control blade with a card reader.

 An S2 Network Node with an S2 Network Node with M1-3200 blade

and an access control blade with a card reader.
 S2 MicroNode Plus, which is a compact combination board containing
an S2 Network Node and an access control module (ACM) with a card
reader.
All users and network resources share the same LAN.
Router
Corporate LAN
S2 NetBox S2 Network S2 MicroNode

Controller and Node Plus
Users & Servers Node
Card Reader Card Reader Card Reader
Figure 10. The simplest topology for an S2 NetBox installation.
Note: Do not use for UL installations.
The topology shown in Figure 11 is somewhat more complicated, but it is

inherently more secure. A security VLAN is used to create a subnet for
the security system. As a result, the corporate LAN does not directly carry
traffic between S2 nodes and an S2 controller.
The advantages to this topology are increased network security and
decreased bandwidth requirements. The disadvantages include
potentially increased wiring and greater complexity.

Computer
Internet
Corporate LAN
Router
Users & Servers Security VLAN
S2 NetBox S2 S2
Controller Network MicroNode
and Node Node Plus
Card Reader Card Reader Card Reader
Figure 11. A more secure topology for an S2 NetBox installation that includes a VLAN.
The simplest topology for a S2 NetBox VR Quatro installation, shown in

Figure 12, will be the most common case for small systems. The topology
includes video recording equipment and network resources sharing the
same LAN.

Computer
Router
Corporate LAN
NetBox VR
Quatro
Controller
IP Camera Users
Users&&Servers
Servers And Node
IP Camera
Card Reader
Figure 12. The simplest topology for an S2 NetBox VR Quatro installation.
The topology shown in Figure 13 is somewhat more complicated because

it includes a separate security VLAN, but is inherently more secure and
requires less bandwidth. As a result, the corporate LAN does not directly
carry traffic between S2 nodes and an S2 controller.

Computer
Internet
Corporate LAN
Router
NetBoxVR
NetBox VR
Quatro
Quatro
Controller
Controller
IP Camera AndNode
And Node
IP Camera
Card Reader
Figure 13. A more secure topology for a NetBox VR Quatro installation that includes a VLAN.
The simplest topology for a S2 Network Node VR installation, shown in

Figure 14, will be the most common case for small systems. The topology
includes video recording equipment users and network resources share
the same LAN.

Computer
Router
Corporate LAN
S2 NetBox S2 Network
Controller Node VR
and Node
IP Camera Users
Users&&Servers
Servers
IP Camera
Figure 14: The simplest topology for an S2 Network Node VR installation.
The topology shown in Figure 15 is somewhat more complicated because

it includes a separate security VLAN, but is inherently more secure and
requires less bandwidth. As a result, the corporate LAN does not directly
carry traffic between the Network nodes and the Network controller.

Computer
Internet
Corporate LAN
Router
S2 NetBox
NetBox VR S2 Network
NetBox VR
Controller
Quatro Node VR
Quatro
and Node
Controller Controller
IP Camera And Node And Node
IP Camera
Figure 15: A more secure topology for an S2 Network Node VR installation that includes a VLAN.
The simplest topology for an S2 NetBox Extreme installation is shown in

Figure 16. In this topology, all users and network resources share the
same LAN. The topology includes the following:
 S2 NetBox Extreme (which contains a Mini-ITX Controller).
 S2 Network Node with M1-3200 blade with an access control blade
with a card reader.
 S2 MicroNode Plus, which is a compact combination board containing
an S2 Network Node and an access control module (ACM) with a card
reader.

Router
Corporate LAN
S2 Network S2 NetBox S2 MicroNode

Node Extreme Plus
Users & Servers
Figure 16. The simplest topology for an S2 NetBox Extreme installation.
A more complex topology, shown in Figure 17, is somewhat more

complicated, includes a separate security VLAN, but it is inherently more
secure and requires less bandwidth.

Computer
Internet
Corporate LAN
Router
S2 Network S2 NetBox S2
Node Extreme MicroNode
Plus
Figure 17. A more secure topology for an S2 NetBox Extreme installation that includes a VLAN.
The simplest topology for an S2 Network Node installation is shown in

Figure 18. The topology is the most common case for small systems. All
users and network resources share the same LAN
The topology includes the following:
 S2 NetBox Extreme (with contains an Mini-ITX Controller).
 S2 Network Node with an access control blade with a card reader.
 S2 MicroNode Plus with an access control blade with a card reader.

Router
Corporate LAN
S2 Network S2 NetBox S2 MicroNode

Node Extreme Plus
Users & Servers
Figure 18. The simplest topology for an S2 Network Node installation.
The topology shown in Figure 19 is somewhat more complicated,

because it includes a separate security VLAN, but it is inherently more
secure and requires less bandwidth.

Computer
Internet
Corporate LAN
Router
S2 Network S2 NetBox S2
Node Extreme MicroNode
Plus
Figure 19. A more secure topology for an S2 Network Node installation that includes a VLAN.
This section describes the network and physical requirements for

installing the S2 systems described in this guide. The requirements and
installation checklist apply to all the S2 systems described in this guide.

node performance.
The application is designed to work with Ethernet networks using TCP/IP.

Although it will operate on 10baseT networks, 100baseT is preferred. A
100baseT network may be required for good performance if IP cameras
and/or digital video are used.

Note: Networking is not evaluated by UL. Only standalone systems are

evaluated.
Before beginning the installation, obtain the following information from the
customer’s network administrator.
 Static IP addresses for the S2 controller running the application

software and for the S2 node installed in the S2 controller enclosure.
 Subnet mask for the S2 controller and nodes.

 Gateway IP address.
 DNS (Domain Name Server) IP address(es), if any.
All the S2 systems described in this manual are powered by an internal

Astec LPS63 auto-ranging 60W integrated power supply, which is rated at
100-240VAC, 2.3A input, and 12VDC, 5A output.
Source power must come from a separate circuit with its own breaker with
an isolated earth ground.
 Operating temperature range: 32° F to 120° F (0° C to 49° C).

 Operating relative humidity range: Up to 85% non-condensing.
The system components can be damaged by static discharge. Observe

the following precautions when handling and installing these components:
 Discharge by touching a ground before handling components.
 Wear a grounded wrist strap or stand on a grounded mat with a wrist
strap.
 Limit movement to limit static buildup.

The major steps required for installing an S2 system are as follows:
 Prepare for the installation by reviewing the information in this section.

 Mount the enclosure.
 Install any required additional blades.
 Connect readers, inputs, outputs, and temperature sensors.
 Wire the network connection.
 Connect the system to a power source.
It is recommended that a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) be used
to supply power to the system.
 Add a backup battery (S2 Network Node only).

 Set up a small configuration network, if necessary.
This checklist presents a logical sequence for completing the installation.
Although it is not necessary to perform the steps in exactly this order,
everything should be plugged in BEFORE power is applied to the unit.
CAUTION: Observe static electricity precautions when handling and

installing system components. These components can be
damaged by static discharge.
The following table lists S2 system components and their part numbers.
S2 System Component Part Number
Mini-ITX Network Controller DN2800MT/E/MX280NI

S2 Network Node with M1-3200 blade S2-NN-M1
Access Control Blade S2-ACM
Input Blade S2-INP
Output Blade S2-OUT
Temperature Blade S2-TEMP
S2 NetBox S2-NetBox
S2 Network Node S2-NN-E
S2 NetBox VR Quatro S2-QUATROVR
S2 Network Node VR S2-NN-VR-2TB, S2-NN-VR-4TB
S2 NetBox Extreme S2-EXT

S2 systems are available as wall- and rack-mount versions, as described
in Table 3.
Table 3: S2 Wall- and Rack-Mount Versions
Product Types
S2 NetBox Wall- and rack-mount

S2 NetBox Expansion Node Wall- and rack-mount only
S2 NetBox VR Quatro Wall-mount only
S2 Network Node VR Wall-mount only
S2 NetBox Extreme Wall- and rack-mount
Figure 20 shows the back mounting holes and dimensions for the S2
NetBox and S2 Network Node wall-mount enclosures. Figure 21 shows
the back mounting holes and dimensions for the S2 NetBox VR Quatro
and S2 Network Node VR enclosures.
17.5 in (444.4mm) 15 in (381 mm)

17 in (431.8 mm)
17 in (431.8 mm)
S2 NetBox S2 Network Node
Figure 20. S2 NetBox and S2 Network Node mounting holes and enclosure dimensions.

S2 NetBox Hardware Installation Guide Mounting the Enclosure
7.5 in
(190.5 mm) 14 in (355.6 mm)
14 in (355.6 mm)
Figure 21. S2 NetBox VR Quatro and S2 Network Node VR mounting holes and enclosure
dimensions.
Figure 22 shows the back mounting holes and dimensions for the wall-
mount S2 NetBox Extreme enclosure.

Mounting Holes
3.57 in
(9.07 cm)
Power Supply
13 in (33.02 cm)
Mini ITX
SAM-E Network
module Controller
board
10.5 in (26.67 cm)
Figure 22. S2 NetBox Extreme mounting holes and enclosure dimensions.
The two mounting holes near the top of the enclosure are keyholes and
should be mounted first. The lower hole can then be drilled using the
enclosure as a template.
Mounting hardware should be sufficient to hang a 25 pound (11.34 kg)
load. Wall space required to fully open the enclosure doors is twice the
width of the enclosure. The door opens from right to left as you face the
enclosure. It is recommended that the enclosure be mounted in a location
where the door can be fully opened.
CAUTION: All installations must be completed by an S2 certified

installer.
For hollow wall construction studded with metal or wood framing and
sheathed with drywall, plaster, or plywood, use a toggle bolt or #10
reusable anchor.

Figure 23. Bolts for hollow wall construction.
Each of the three re-usable anchors or toggle bolts used must be rated
for a minimum of 17.62 lbs (8 kilograms) and be the appropriate size for
the sheathing thickness. Use #10 size bolts as a minimum and follow the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Use 3/16 inch #10 concrete screws. Each of the three #10 screws must
be rated for a minimum of 17.62 lbs (8 kilograms). Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Figure 24. Concrete screw for concrete or masonry wall construction.
Use inserts that are adequate for use in concrete, such as conical lead or
flanged polypropylene that will be adequate for installation. The inserts
must be individually rated to support a minimum of 17.62 lbs (8 kilograms)
and must be able to support a #10 screw. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Figure 25. Concrete inserts.

The following S2 systems have rack-mount enclosure versions:

 S2 NetBox
 S2 Network Node
 S2 NetBox Extreme
Before you install the rack-mount unit, consider the following operating
environment issues shown in the following table.
Table 4: Rack-Mount Environment Precautions.
Operating Environment Issue Description
Elevated Operating Ambient The operating ambient temperature of the rack

environment may be greater than room ambient if it is
installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly.
Equipment should be installed in an environment
compatible with the maximum ambient temperature
(Tma) specified by the manufacturer.
Reduced Air Flow Equipment in a rack should be installed with a sufficient
amount of air flow required for safe operation.
Mechanical Loading Equipment in a rack should be installed so that a
hazardous condition does not occur due to uneven
mechanical loading.
Circuit Overloading You should consider effect that overloading of the
circuits might have on overcurrent protection and supply
wiring when the equipment is connected to the to the
supply circuit.
You should also ensure that equipment nameplate
ratings are used when addressing circuit overloading.
Reliable Earthing Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be

maintained. Particular attention should be given to
supply connections other than direct connections to the
branch circuit.
An example would be the use of power strips.

The 2U rack-mount enclosure, shown in Figure 26, fits in a standard 19-

inch rack.
Figure 26. S2 NetBox Extreme 2U rack-mount enclosure dimensions.
1. Use the six supplied screws to attach the rack-mount brackets to the
enclosure, as shown below.
2. Bolt the 2U rack-mount enclosure to a standard 19-inch rack.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not open the

enclosure. There are no user-serviceable parts. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.

 Bolt the 4U rack-mount enclosure to a standard 19-inch rack. The

dimensions of the enclosure are shown in Figure 27.
7” (17.8 cm)
Mounting Holes
Figure 27. S2 Network Node 4U rack-mount dimensions.
Figure 28 shows a top view of the 4U rack-mount enclosure with

application extension blade.
Network port
Power supply
Network port
Figure 28. 4U rack-mount enclosure with application extension blade slots,

top view.

Figure 29 shows a front view of the 4U rack-mount enclosure with an

application extension blade.
Network port LED
7" (17.8 cm)
19" (43.2 cm)
Figure 29. 4U rack-mount enclosure, front view.

To properly power down a system, you must perform an orderly
shutdown, using the S2 user interface or the Power button on the
enclosure.
CAUTION: Never remove power from the system before performing an

orderly shutdown.
1. Log into the S2 system.

2. Select Configuration : System Maintenance : Utility.
3. Click Shutdown now to stop all processes and ensure that the security
database is saved.
4. Once you hear a double beep, power down the system.
5. To restart the S2 controller, momentarily press the Power button.
1. Momentarily press the Power button on the enclosure.

2. The system status LED starts to blink, indicating a shutdown of
services.
You will hear a double beep once the shutdown process is complete.
3. To restart the S2 controller, press the Power button momentarily.

S2 NetBox Hardware Installation Guide Performing an Orderly System Shutdown
Power, Reset, and Revert Buttons
S2 NetBox, S2 Network Node, S2 NetBox VR Quatro, and S2 Network Node VR S2 NetBox Extreme
Figure 30. Power, Reset, and Revert buttons.

This section describes possible configurations with additional access
blades and how to determine their slot and position numbers.
The S2 NetBox and S2 Network Node enclosures have eight slots in the
aluminum chassis. The leftmost slot is reserved for the S2 Network Node
with M1-3200 blade running the S2 node software (Input Rated:
2V/178mA).
Optionally mounted to its right (depending on how the enclosure is
configured) in Slot 1, the S2 NetBox and S2 Network Node can contain
one of the following blades:
 Access control blade (ACM)
 Input blade
 Output blade
 Temperature blade
The S2 NetBox VR Quatro comes standard with an access control blade
installed in Slot 1 and up to three more blades for a total of four blades.
Note: The S2 NetBox Extreme contains only an S2 controller, because

there are no additional slots for an S2 node or access blades.
The remaining slots, numbered 2 through 7, can hold any combination of

access control, input, output, and temperature application extension
blades, as shown Figure 31.

S2 NetBox Hardware Installation Guide Installing Additional Blades
Node blade slot

15 in (381 mm)
Slot 1
Slot 2
Slot 3
Slot 4
Slot 5
Slot 6
Slot 7
17 in (431.8 mm)
Figure 31. S2 NetBox and S2 Network Node slots.
You can use the slots in any sequence you choose. Note that the slots
are physical mounting points only. The electrical connection is made
through the ribbon cable, shown in Figure 32.
Network Node Connector Connectors for slots
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Figure 32: Ribbon cable bus viewed from above.
The S2 NetBox VR Quatro and S2 Network Node VR enclosures have

five slots in the aluminum chassis. The leftmost slot is reserved for the S2
Network Node with M1-3200 blade running the S2 node software (Input
Rated: 12V/178mA).
Mounted to its right in Slot 1, is an access control blade.
The remaining slots, numbered 2 through 4, can hold any combination of
access control, input, output, and temperature application extension
blades, as shown in Figure 33.

Node blade slot Application extension blade slots
14 in (355.6 mm)
Slot 1
Slot 2
Slot 3
Slot 4
14 in (355.6 mm)
Figure 33: S2 NetBox VR Quatro application extension blade slots.
You can use the slots in any sequence you choose. Note that the slots
are physical mounting points only. The electrical connection is made
through the ribbon cable, as shown in Figure 34.
Regardless of the physical slot in which a blade is mounted, its slot

number is determined by the ribbon-cable connector you plug into the
application extension blade. This is because the ribbon cable (shown in
Figure 34) is a bus, and a blade’s position on the bus determines its slot
number.
For example, even if a blade is mounted in physical slot 3, if it is attached
to ribbon cable connector 4, the application will see it in slot 4 on the bus.
Important: The blade running the S2 node application software must be

attached to the leftmost connector on the ribbon cable.
Network Node Connector Connectors for slots

1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Figure 34. Ribbon cable bus viewed from above.

Position numbers are determined by the connector position on the blade

itself.
For more information, see the following sections:
 Connecting Readers on page 39.
 Connecting Inputs on page 41.
 Connecting Outputs on page 50.
CAUTION: Blades are not hot-swappable. Before connecting or

disconnecting blades in the enclosure, be sure to remove
power from the system, after stopping all processes.
1. Power down the system using one of the procedures shown in

Performing an Orderly System Shutdown on page 31.
2. Thread the provided standoff tube down onto the threaded post on the
chassis, next to the slot where you will insert the additional blade.
3. Be sure that you are grounded, and then insert the additional blade
into the slot on the chassis with the ribbon cable connector toward the
bottom of the enclosure.
4. Place the provided lock washer over the top of the standoff, and
thread the provided screw through the flange and down into the top of
the standoff and snugly down onto the lock washer, as shown below.
Lock washer
Standoff comes
flush to flange
Blade goes
down into slot
Standoff tube
5. Connect the ribbon cable from the blade in the leftmost slot to the
newly installed blade.
The connector is polarized. Make sure that the center edge fits into
the opening for it on the connector located on the blade.

6. Press the connector firmly into place until you hear the click of the
extraction levers snapping into vertical position. You may have to
press the extraction levers into full vertical position before you will
hear the click.
CAUTION: Do not supply power to the S2 node until all connections

have been made to the new blade (including inputs, outputs,
and readers, as described in the next section).

CAUTION: Perform all the procedures in this section before powering
up the unit.
The S2 NetBox and S2 Network Node each support up to seven

application extension blades in any combination. The S2 NetBox VR
Quatro and S2 Network Node VR support up to four application extension
blades.
There are four types of application extension blades:
 Access control blade (ACM): includes two Wiegand reader interfaces,
four supervised inputs, and four relay outputs (Input Rated: 6V/70mA).
An access control blade is included in the S2 NetBox, S2 NetBox VR Quatro and the S2
Network Node enclosures.
An access control blade is compatible with UL listed 26-bit, 128-bit and 200-bit Wiegand
readers.
 Input blade: includes eight supervised inputs (Input Rated: 6V/60mA).
 Output blade: includes eight relay outputs (Input Rated: 6V/55mA).
 Temperature blade: includes eight temperature input points. (Not UL
Listed).
You can easily add application extension blades to your system in the
future by following the steps in the section: Installing Additional Blades on
page 33.
This section describes how to connect readers, inputs, outputs, and
temperature sensors.
CAUTION: Make sure all power to the S2 node is disconnected before

wiring and/or connecting any readers to a blade. Perform all
wire cutting terminations away from the enclosure because
stray wire ends may come in contact with one of the blades
and cause a short-circuit.
1. Power down the system using one of the procedures described in

2. Be sure that you are grounded, and then pull the wiring through a
knockout in the enclosure.
Wire specification: Twisted, shielded 22 AWG Belden #9536 (6
conductor) or equivalent. Maximum distance: 500 feet (152 meters).

S2 NetBox Hardware Installation Guide Connecting Resources
3. Connect the reader wires to the 7-pin reader connector provided, as

shown below.
Pwr D0 Bpr
(red) (green)
Gnd D1 Grn LED
(black) (white) control
Red LED
control
Note: Refer to the documentation provided by the reader manufacturer

for LEDs and Bpr (Beeper) wire colors.
4. Be sure there is no power to the system.

5. Plug the connector into a reader position on the access control blade.
CAUTION: Make sure all power is off before connecting any reader to a
blade. Perform all wire cutting terminations away from the
enclosure because stray wire ends may come in contact
with one of the blades and cause a short-circuit.
Access control blades have two, 7-pin reader connectors mounted on the
blade, as shown in Figure 35.

#1 Ribbon cable
7-pin reader
Connectors connector
#2
Look at the bar

code sticker
Numerals for
04 xx xx xx xxxx the access
control blade
begin with “04”
Figure 35. The Access control blade.
Note: Each access control blade can supply a maximum of 400

milliamps peak power to the reader(s) (2.8A maximum is
supplied). If the reader(s) connected to the access control blade
draw more than 400 milliamps, external power must be supplied to
these readers by a UL 294 or UL 603 Power Limited Supply.
The color-coded wires from the reader wiring harness must be connected
to the 7-pin connector. The color-coding for Power (red), Ground (black),
Data 0 (green), and Data 1 (white) is Security Industry Association (SIA)
standard.
 Reader Beeper control: This varies by manufacturer and model.
Refer to the documentation provided by the reader manufacturer for
details on your particular reader. Typically, the reader will beep for the
duration of a momentary unlock, or until the door is opened. This
occurs whether the door is unlocked by a valid card read or from the
application. If no beeper is desired, do not connect the beeper control
wire.
 Reader LED control: This varies by manufacturer and model. Some
use two-wire LED control and some use one-wire control. Refer to the
documentation provided by the reader manufacturer for details on
your particular reader. Control involving signal pulsing to change LED
color is not supported.
The access control blade has both red and green LED control
connections. The 7-pin reader connector wiring is shown in Figure 35.
Note: LED display behavior for your particular reader may vary. Refer to
the reader manufacturer documentation.

Inputs are dry contact only. An input looks for a change in resistance, not
a change in voltage.
CAUTION: Make sure all power is off before wiring and/or connecting
any input to a blade. Do not feed any voltage into the inputs.
This may cause the input to function improperly and
potentially void the warranty.
Perform all wire cutting terminations away from the
enclosure because stray wire ends may come in contact with
one of the blades and cause a short-circuit.
Power down the system using one of the procedures described in

Wire specification: Twisted, shielded 22 AWG Belden #9462 or
equivalent. Maximum distance: 2000 feet (610 meters).
2. Connect the input wires to the 2-pin input connector provided.
3. Be sure there is no power to the system, and then plug the connector
into an input position on an access control blade or input blade. These
connectors are polarized and can only be inserted one way.
4. If you are connecting previously wired or previously installed inputs,
determine the input supervision type: normally open (NO) or normally
closed (NC); zero, one, or two resistors; or single resistors in parallel
or series.
You will need this information for the software setup of the input. See
Input Supervision Types on page 42 for details.
Note: The system supports the use of 1k Ohm resistors only.
5. If you are installing the input device, refer to the input device manual
to determine if the device circuit is normally open (NO) or normally
closed (NC).
6. Select the input supervision type you want, and then install the input
device.
CAUTION: Make sure all power is off before connecting any input to a
blade.

Inputs can be connected either to an access control blade or to an input

blade.
Access control blades have four male, 2-pin input connectors mounted on
the blade, as shown in Figure 36.
1 2 3 4
Ribbon cable
positions connector
2-pin inputs
Figure 36. Input connectors mounted on the access control blade.
Input blades have eight male, 2-pin input connectors mounted on the
blade, as shown in Figure 37.
2-pin outputs 3-pin outputs

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Ribbon cable
2-pin input positions connector
Look at the bar

code sticker.
Numerals for
the input blade
01 xx xx xx xxxx begin with “01”.
Figure 37. Input connectors mounted on the input blade.
Input blades and temperature blades look very much alike. To tell them
apart, look at the bar code sticker on the back of the blade. The numerals
on the bar code sticker for an input blade begin with “01,” as shown
above. The numerals on the bar code sticker for a temperature blade
begin with “08.”
If more inputs are required beyond the four provided on the access
control blade or the eight provided on the input blade, additional access
or input blades can be installed in the enclosure.
Alarm input configuration is not evaluated by UL. Do not use for UL

installations. Use UL Listed EOL resistors.
Note: The system supports the use of 1k Ohm resistors only.

The configuration of resistors shown in Figure 38 must be installed for

supervised input resistance values to be properly read by the system.
NO Dual Resistor NC Dual Resistor
Figure 38. Normally open and normally closed dual resistor input circuit.
The four states of the dual resistor input circuits are read according to the
values in the following table.
Input State Resistance Values
Normal 1k Ohms
Alarm 0.5k Ohms or 2k Ohms
Short 0k Ohms
Open No current (∞ Ohms)

NC Parallel Resistor
Figure 39. Normally closed parallel resistor input circuit.
The three states of the normally closed parallel resistor input circuit are
read according to the values in the following table.
Normal 0k Ohms
Alarm 1k Ohms
NC Series Resistor
Figure 40. Normally closed series resistor input circuit.

The three states of the normally closed series resistor input circuit are
Normal 1k Ohms
Alarm No current (∞ Ohms)
Short 0k Ohms
NC Unsupervised
Figure 41. Normally closed unsupervised input circuit.
The two states of the normally closed unsupervised input circuit are read
according to the values in the following table.
Normal 0k Ohms
Alarm No current (∞ Ohms)

NO Parallel Resistor
Figure 42. Normally open parallel resistor input circuit.
The three states of the normally open parallel resistor input circuit are
Normal 1k Ohms
Alarm 0k Ohms
NO Series Resistor
Figure 43. Normally open series resistor input circuit.

The three states of the normally open series resistor input circuit are read
Normal No current (∞ Ohms)

Alarm 1k Ohms
Short 0k Ohms
NO Unsupervised
Figure 44. Normally open unsupervised input circuit.
The two states of the normally open unsupervised input circuit are read
Normal No current (∞ Ohms)

Alarm 0k Ohms
any output to a blade. Perform all wire cutting terminations
away from the enclosure because stray wire ends may come
in contact with one of the blades and cause a short-circuit.
1. Power down the system using one of the procedures shown in the
section: Performing an Orderly System Shutdown on page 31.

3. Wire specification: Twisted, shielded 22 AWG Belden #9462 or

equivalent. Maximum distance: 2000 feet (610 meters).
4. Refer to the output device manual to determine if the device is
normally energized or normally not energized, and if it is DC or AC
powered.
5. Connect the output wiring to the 3-pin output connector Pin 1 is
normally closed (NC). Pin 2 is common. Pin 3 is normally open (NO).
Note: Always wire the reset or ground connection through the output.
6. Be sure there is no power to the S2 node, and then plug the

connector into an output position on an access control blade or an
output blade. These connectors are polarized and can only be
inserted one way.
7. If the output device is DC powered and normally not energized, use
the circuit shown in the following diagram.
Pin 2
DC output common
3-pin output
device connector
+ DC
- Pin 3
+ power
supply
Normally open
Listed power
limited
D2 D1 C1
-
D1 & D2 Diodes – 1N4002
C1 Capacitor – 0.1uf @ 50VDC
8. If the output device is AC powered and normally not energized, use

the circuit shown in the following diagram.

Pin 2
AC output common
3-pin output
device connector
+ AC
- Pin 3
+ power
supply
Normally open
Listed power
limited
-
MOV – World Products Inc.
SNR-D56K2 or equivalent
9. If the output device is DC powered and normally energized, use the

circuit shown in the following diagram.
Pin 1
DC output Normally
closed 3-pin output
device connector
+ DC
- Pin 2
+ power
supply
Common
Listed power
limited
D2 D1 C1
-
D1 & D2 Diodes – 1N4002
C1 Capacitor – 0.1uf @ 50VDC

10. If the output device is AC powered and normally energized, use the
circuit shown in the following diagram.
Pin 2
DC output Normally
closed 3-pin output
device connector
+ AC
- Pin 2
+ power
supply
Common
Listed power
limited
-
MOV – World Products Inc.
SNR-D56K2 or equivalent
CAUTION: Make sure all power is off before connecting any output to a
blade. Perform all wire cutting terminations away from the
enclosure because stray wire ends may come in contact
with one of the blades and cause a short-circuit.
Power down the system using one of the procedures shown in the
Outputs can be connected either to an access control blade or to an
output blade.
Access control blades have four, 3-pin output connectors mounted on the
blade, as shown in Figure 45. Dry contacts are rated at 24 VDC/AC, 2A
for resistive and inductive loads.
1 2 3 4
Ribbon cable
3-pin outputs connector
Figure 45. Output connectors mounted on the access control blade.

Note: Output positions on the access control blade are output

numbers 1, 2, 3, and 4.
If more outputs are required beyond the four provided on the access
control blade, additional access control blades or output blades can be
installed in the S2 node enclosure. For instructions, see Installing
Additional Blades on page 33.
Output blades have eight male, 3-pin output connectors mounted on the
blade, as shown in Figure 46. Outputs support any output device that
operates on the following maximum electrical ratings: 24VDC/AC, 2A for
resistive and inductive loads.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Ribbon cable
Positions 2-pin inputs connector
Look at the bar

code sticker
Numerals for
the Output
02 xx xx xx xxxx blade begin
with “02”
Figure 46. The output blade.
CAUTION: The diodes and varistors shown in the diagrams that follow
must be installed as indicated. They are designed to protect
the output circuits from induced voltage spikes, which can
damage the output circuitry on the blade.
any temperature sensor to a blade.
Wiring temperature sensors are not UL Listed and cannot be used for UL
installations.

2. The cable lead from the white temperature sensor wire must connect
to Pin1, and the cable lead from the black temperature sensor wire
must connect to Pin 2, of the temperature input connector. See the
following diagram.
Note: For distances up to 500 feet (152.4 meters), use Category 3

cable. For distances over 500 feet up to 1000 feet (304.8
meters), use Category 5 cable.
White
Whitewire
White wireto
wire toPin
to Pin111
pin
Black
Blackwire
wireto
to Pin
pin 22
White wire to Pin 2
3. Be sure that you are grounded, and then pull the cable through a
knockout in the enclosure. Connect the 2-pin temperature input
connector to the temperature blade, as shown in Figure 47.
1
2
3
4
2-pin
temperature
inputs
5
Pin 2
6
Pin 1
7
8
Figure 47: Connecting the 2-pin temperature input connector to the

temperature blade.

CAUTION: Make sure all power is off before connecting any

temperature sensor to a blade.
A temperature sensor must be connected only to a temperature blade.

Temperature blades and input blades look very much alike. The numerals
on the bar code sticker on the back of the temperature blade begin with
“08,” as shown in the figure below. Numerals on all input blades begin
with “01.”
Note: Temperature blades are not UL Listed and cannot be used for UL
installations.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Ribbon cable
Positions 2-pin inputs connector
Look at the bar

code sticker
Numerals for the
Temperature
08 xx xx xx xxxx blade begin with
“08”
Figure 48. Identifying a temperature blade.

Note: Networking is not evaluated by UL. Only standalone systems are
evaluated.
1. Pull the Ethernet cable through a knockout in the enclosure.

Cable specification: CAT 5 or better with an RJ-45 connector wired
straight through connecting to a network hub, switch, or router.
2. Open the enclosure and locate the SAM-E module, which is attached
to the upper left side of the enclosure.
17.5 in (444.4mm)
SAM-E
module
17 in (431.8 mm)
Up to six additional
Application
Extension blades
3. Plug the RJ-45 connector into the available Ethernet port on the SAM-
E module.
If the network connection is functioning properly, the Amber LED on
the Ethernet port (RJ-45 connector) will light. (When data is
transmitting on the port, the green Data on Port LED will light.)

S2 NetBox Hardware Installation Guide Wiring the Network Connection
Figure 49. The SAM-E module (Revision A).

2. Open the enclosure and locate the SAM-E module, which is attached
to the upper left side of the enclosure.
3. Plug the RJ-45 connector into the available Ethernet port on the SAM-
E module.

2. Plug the RJ-45 connector into the available Ethernet port into the
Mini-ITX Controller board.

S2 NetBox Hardware Installation Guide Wiring the Network Connection

1. Locate the network connector on the back of the enclosure, opposite

the power connector.
2. Plug in the network connector.

This section describes how to connect the enclosure to a power source.
All installations must be conducted by a qualified electrician in
accordance with National Electrical code (NEC) or specific country local
wiring rules.
WARNING: Do not apply power to the system until all connections have
been made for readers, inputs, outputs, and temperature
sensors.
The AC power must be 100-240VAC, 50-60 Hz. Power must come from a
separate circuit with its own breaker and an isolated earth ground.
A minimum of 14 AWG (1.5 mm2) wires must be used for installation.
Wiring must be protected at the building source by a 15A circuit breaker
(or 16A for EU installations). This circuit breaker is the main disconnect
device and must be readily accessible.
A minimum 14 AWG (1.5 mm2) earthing conductor must also be provided
and connected to the ground stud, marked , as indicated in the wiring
diagram.

Power
Supply
Conduit

enclosure.
Figure 50: Wiring AC power.
1. Provide AC wiring to the wall-mount enclosure.

2. Ensure that the AC power is turned off.
3. Connect the green ground, or earth, wire to the ground stud, marked
, on the bottom of the enclosure.

S2 NetBox Hardware Installation Guide Wiring Power
4. Remove the plastic cover from the Terminal Block.

5. Connect the AC power to the two-position Terminal Block.
6. The Line wire from the AC power source must be connected to the
terminal marked “L” on the Terminal Block.
7. The positive wire from the AC power source must be connected to the
same side of the Terminal Block as the black wire from the unit’s
power supply.
8. The Neutral wire must be connected to the same side of the Terminal
Block as the white wire from the unit’s power supply and connected to
the terminal marked “N” on the Terminal Block, as shown in Figure 50.
9. The unit’s power supply comes pre-wired to the S2 Network
Controller.
10. Replace the plastic cover on the Terminal Block to ensure that no hot
leads are exposed.
11. Use the Knock-out that is physically closest to the Field Wiring Block if
you are using single-insulated wire. If one of the other Knock-outs is
used, you must use double-insulated wire.
Top view of wiring the standalone node with DC power
Pin 1 Pin 2
Ground Ground Ground wire
(black) stud (green)
Positive
(Red)
Conduit
12V DC
Junction block
Figure 51: Wiring DC power.
1. Ensure the DC power source is off, and then pull the wiring through a
knockout in the S2 node.
2. Connect the green earth ground wire to the ground stud marked
on the bottom of the S2 node enclosure.
3. Remove the plastic cover from the junction block.
4. Connect the red positive wire and the black ground wire to the
junction block, as shown in Figure 51.

S2 NetBox Hardware Installation Guide Wiring Power
5. From the junction block, run a red positive wire to pin 1 of a 2-pin
connector plug.
6. From the junction block run a black ground wire to pin 2 of a 2-pin
connector plug, as shown in Figure 51.
7. Run the connector to the S2 node, secure it with zip ties, and plug it
into the power supply input, as shown in Figure 52.
Battery
Ribbon cable connector
Revert Button
Hello
Button
RESET
Reset
Button
LED
BATT
DCIN
PANEL
Network
Port
USB Panel
Pin 2 LED
Pin +12V DC Port
(ground)
LEDs D2209
Power Tamper Battery
and D2210
Supply Input
2-pin 2-pin
Figure 52: Wiring power to the S2 node.

8. If a battery is provided, plug the 2-pin battery power connector into the
battery power input on the S2 node, as shown in Figure 52.
9. Replace the plastic cover onto the junction block to ensure that no hot
leads are exposed.
10. Turn on power to the S2 node and then, if a battery is supplied, push
the quick connectors of the battery cable onto the battery terminal
tabs.

Battery standby power has not been investigated by UL and cannot be
used in UL installations.
The S2 Network Node does not include a battery back-up, but one can be
provided and mounted on the floor of the wall-mount enclosure (see
Figure 53). The recommended battery is a 12 Volt Sealed or Valve
Regulated Lead Acid type with a capacity of 7AH.
Note: Use of a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) is recommended

over a backup battery.
The battery cable is included but is not pre-installed. This cable has a 3-
pin connector for the S2 node (with the center position empty) and two
quick connectors for the battery terminal tabs.
CAUTION: Do not connect the battery terminals to the S2 node until

power is supplied to the node.
The specified battery is not meant to function as a UPS, but rather to

supply sufficient power for system function in case of power failure.
During a power loss, the backup battery will keep the S2 node powered
and operations associated with portals functioning.
Do not connect a battery before external power is supplied. It will
immediately power up the S2 node and begin to drain the limited battery
power. Once external power is supplied, you can connect the battery and
it will charge at 12V via the connection with the S2 node.
Figure 53. S2 Network Node battery backup installed.

Before connecting the S2 controller to the corporate network, be sure to
review the following information. You may need to set up a small network
between the S2 system and a PC that can be used to configure the
system before it is connected to the corporate network.

node performance.
Network setup has not been evaluated by UL. Connection to a PC has

been investigated only for system setup, programming, and supplemental
monitoring.
The system is configured with a factory default IP address of
192.168.0.250.
 If this is a valid address on a corporate network that is available for
use, you can connect the system, in its factory default state, to the
corporate network before configuring it. The corporate IT organization
will be able to tell you if the default IP address is available on the
corporate network.
 If the system’s default IP address is not available on the network, it
will need to be changed during the initial software setup, to an
address provided by the corporate IT organization.
Important: Do not connect the system to the corporate network until

its IP address has been changed to a valid address on
that network.
To allow the person who will complete the initial software setup to change
the system’s IP address before connecting it to the network, you should
create a small network between the S2 system and the configuration PC.
1. Put an Ethernet switch between the S2 system and the configuration

PC, as shown in Figure 54.
2. The Ethernet switch can be of any size, but you should not use a
switch that is already being used for another purpose.
3. Ensure that the person who will perform the initial software setup
knows that the IP address of the PC must be changed to a static
value of 192.168.0.x (where x is a number between 100 and 200).
4. For more information, refer to the S2 NetBox Initial Software
Setup Guide.

S2 NetBox Hardware Installation Guide Setting Up a Small Configuration Network
Ethernet switch
S2
NetBox
S2 System Configuration PC
Default IP address: Default IP address:
192.168.0.250 192.168.0.<100 - 200>
Figure 54. A configuration network.
Note: Do not start the S2 Network controller until all wiring

connections have been completed.
1. After all connections for power are complete, momentarily press the
Power button located on the side of the wall-mount enclosure or the
front of the rack-mount enclosure.
2. Within 30 seconds, the System Status led will begin to flash.
3. Within 2 minutes, the S2 controller will beep indicating that the system
has completed the booting process.
4. Log into the S2 system via a web browser at IP address:
191.168.0.250.
5. If the S2 controller does not respond as described in Steps 2 and 3,
refer to the section: Testing and Troubleshooting on page 63.
When the hardware installation is complete, it is necessary to set up the

S2 node and configure it to communicate with the S2 controller. For
instructions, see the S2 NetBox Initial Software Setup Guide.

For testing and troubleshooting purposes, this section shows the layout of
the Mini-ITX Network controller board (DN2800MT/E/MX280NI) and the
application extension blades. It also describes how to:
 Interpret various LEDs and beeps.
 Remove blades.
 Use buttons on the SAM or SAM-E module to start up, shut down, and
reboot the system, and to reset the S2 controller network and login
factory defaults.
Figure 55 is a front view of an S2 NetBox enclosure which shows the

position of the Mini-ITX Network Controller. Figure 56 shows a top view of
the components.
17.5 in (444.4mm)
17 in (431.8 mm)
Up to six
additional
Access blades
Mini ITX
Network
Figure 55. Mini-ITX Network Controller location in an S2 NetBox enclosure.

S2 NetBox Hardware Installation Guide Testing and Troubleshooting
Figure 56. Top view of the Mini-ITX Network Controller.
Note: The single LED on the Mini-ITX Network Controller is green when
the power is on and off when there is no power to the system.
If you do not see the status LED flashing within 30 seconds after pressing
the Power button to start the system:
 Check for Amber LED on the Network (Ethernet) port on the SAM
module (S2 NetBox Extreme) or SAM-E module (S2 NetBox, S2
NetBox VR Quatro, and S2 Network Node VR).

 If the Amber LED is not lit, check the power connection between the
SAM or SAM-E module and Mini-ITX Network Controller.
 Check the Power Reset Revert connection between the SAM or
SAM-E module and Mini-ITX controller board.
LED Meaning
OFF System is down

BLINKING RED System is starting up or shutting down but is not connected to
the network
ON RED System is up, network connection is down (normal state for UL
installations)
BLINKING BLUE System is starting up or shutting down, network connection is up
ON BLUE System is up, network connection is up
Action Number of Beeps Meaning
Shutting Down Two beeps Most operating tasks have been

completed and the file system is about to
be un-mounted. After waiting a few
seconds, you can remove power.
Powering Up One beep Startup is complete and you can log into
the system. This may take several
minutes.
Resetting System IP and Three beeps The IP and login factory defaults have
Login Factory Defaults been reset via the REVERT button.
(via the hardware)
Resetting System Three beeps The system configuration factory defaults
Configuration Factory have been reset via the Initmode page in
Defaults (via the the UI, and the system is about to reboot.
software)
Note: S2 nodes do not beep at any time. If readers are connected, you
may hear beeps from the readers as they power up. Use LEDs to
determine their state.

The components of an S2 Network Node with M1-3200 blade are shown

in Figure 57.
Battery
Revert Button
Hello
Button
RESET
Reset
Button
LED
BATT
DCIN
PANEL
Network
Port
USB Panel
Pin 2 LED
Pin +12V DC Port
(ground)
LEDs D2209
and D2210
Supply Input
2-pin 2-pin
Figure 57. S2 Network Node with M1-3200 blade.
The LEDs located on an S2 Network Node with M1-3200 blade are

described in the following table.
LED State Color Meaning
ON YELLOW Blinking indicates node CPU activity.

CPU (D911)
OFF No CPU activity.

LED State Color Meaning
ON GREEN A problem with the ACM portion of S2

MicroNode Plus board has occurred.
D1 and D2 Contact Customer Support.
OFF ACM is functioning normally; no faults
have been detected.
ON GREEN DC IN powers the board.
DC IN (D2209)
OFF PoE or PoE+ powers the board.
ON Used by S2 Support for testing and
LD1 through LD4 (D930 to debugging.
D933)
OFF
ON AMBER Network data transfer rate is 100 mbs
OFF Network data transfer rate is 10 mbs.
Network Port
ON GREEN Network data transfer rate is 100 mbs.
OFF Network data transfer rate is 10 mbs.
Output 1 through Output 4 ON YELLOW Output relay is energized.
(D1100, D1102, D1110,
OFF Output relay is not energized.
and D1102)
ON RED Polarity has been wired in reverse.
Reverse Polarity (D0203)
OFF Polarity has been wired correctly.
ON BLUE System is running.
Run (D910)
OFF System is offline.
Figure 58 shows the LEDs on the access control blade.
LED 1 2-pin 3-pin

outputs outputs
LED 1
#1 Ribbon cable
7-pin reader
Connectors connector
#2
Look at the bar

code sticker
Numerals for
04 xx xx xx xxxx the access
control blade
begin with “04”
Figure 58. LEDs on the access control blade.

Figure 59 shows the LEDS on the input, output, and temperature blades.
LED 2
LED 1
Figure 59. LEDs on the input, output, and temperature blades.
The two LEDs located on an access control, input, output, or temperature

blade are described in the following table.
LED Meaning
LED #1 RUN ON GREEN means the blade is powered and has been initialized.
OFF means either the blade is not powered (check the ribbon cable
connection) or the blade is not initialized (reboot the S2 node).
LED #2 I2C ON RED, BLINKS OFF indicates a state change on the input and/or
output.
This LED is normally OFF.
The procedure for removing blades will be necessary only if you need to
swap out a blade for service reasons.
CAUTION: Blades are not hot-swappable. Before connecting or

disconnecting blades in the enclosure, be sure to remove
power from the system, after stopping all processes.
2. Be sure that you are grounded and remove all reader, output, and
input connectors attached to the blade and label each with their
connector position.
3. Unplug the ribbon cable by pushing outward on the two extraction
levers. This will gently pry out the cable connector.

4. Unthread the screw from the top of the standoff and remove the screw
and lock washer.
5. Remove the blade from the slot in the chassis.
This section describes how to use the Power, Reset, and Revert
buttons to:
 Start and shut down the system.
 Reboot the system if the software is unavailable.
 Reset the S2 controller network and login factory defaults if you are
unable to log into the system.
The Power, Reset, and Revert buttons affect only the networking
portion of the system.
Power, Reset, and Revert Buttons
S2 NetBox, S2 Network Node, S2 NetBox VR Quatro, and S2 Network Node VR S2 NetBox Extreme
Figure 60. Power, Reset, and Revert buttons on wall-mount units.
When the system is not running, pressing the Power button starts the
system. The system status LED blinks while the system is starting up.
You will hear a single beep when the startup process is complete.

When the system is running, you can use the Power button to perform an
orderly or hard shutdown:
 Orderly Shutdown: Momentarily pressing the Power button performs
the same function as an orderly shutdown performed through the
software. The system status LED starts to blink, indicating a shutdown
of services. You will hear a double beep once the shutdown process
is complete.
 To restart the S2 controller after an orderly shutdown, momentarily
press the Power button again.
 Hard Shutdown: holding down the Power button for longer than 5
seconds performs a hard shutdown of the S2 controller, killing all
processes immediately. The system status LED blinks until the S2
controller has shut down, at which point you can release the button.
You will hear no beeps.
To restart the S2 controller after a hard shutdown, press the Power
button momentarily, or power cycle S2 controller by turning off power
to the system and then turning it back on. The system status LED will
blink while the system is starting up, just as for a normal startup.
Note: If after 30 seconds following a power cycle the system status

LED does not start to blink, momentarily press the Power
button to start S2 controller.
Pressing the Reset button issues a software reset of S2 controller -- the

same as if you were logged into the application itself and issuing the
reset.
The Reset button should be used when S2 controller has become
inaccessible via a web browser or if the S2 controller IP address is not
responding to a network ping test.
During the troubleshooting process a reset should be issued first in an
attempt to recover an inaccessible controller before issuing a full power
reset.
Note: A hard power cycle (removal of power) of S2 controller should not

be performed without first performing a Hard Shutdown of the
controller using the Power button. See Using the Power Button to
Start Your System on page 69 for details.

If you are unable to log in to your S2 system because the IP address or

login information is unknown, you will need to reset S2 controller’s IP and
login settings. Because you cannot do this through the user interface, you
will need to use the Revert button to reset the IP and login settings.
Note: The Revert procedure should only be performed by an S2 certified

service technician.
The Revert procedure does the following:

 Resets all S2 controller network settings to their factory defaults:
The IP address is reset to 192.168.0.250.
The subnet mask is reset to 255.255.255.0.
The gateway, DNS 1, and DNS 2 are each reset to 192.168.0.1.
The S2 controller web server port is reset to 80.
 Resets the password for the default administrator account to “admin.”
 Re-enables the administrator account, if necessary.
 Reassigns full system administrator rights to the default administrator
account.
 Resets the interface language to English.
Note: Once S2 controller’s network and login defaults have been reset,
you can change them at any time by selecting Configuration : Site
Settings : Network Controller. Click the Initmode Settings link to
change the network settings and the web server port number.
Click the Localization link to change the interface language.
1. Using the tip of a pencil or pen, activate the Revert button (shown in
Figure 60) and hold it closed until you hear a single beep (in
approximately 3 seconds).
2. A double beep indicates that S2 controller is restarting.
3. After 15 to 30 seconds, the system will beep three times. This
indicates that the following controller settings have been reset.
The IP address is reset to 192.168.0.250.
The subnet mask is reset to 255.255.255.0.
The gateway, DNS 1, and DNS 2 are each reset to 192.168.0.1.
The Revert procedure also:
Resets the web server port to port 80.

Resets the password for the default administrator account to “admin”.

Re-enables the administrator account, if necessary.
Reassigns full system administrator rights to the default administrator account.
Resets the interface language to English.
4. To log into the S2 system, attach a network patch cable to the SAM-E
board and to your laptop.
5. Change the IP address of your laptop to 192.160.0.xxx, where xxx is
the address of the S2 controller’s subnet (such as 192.168.160.100).
6. Point your browser to the default controller IP address: 192.168.0.250.
Note: Once the S2 controller’s network and login defaults have been
reset, you can change them at any time by selecting Configuration
: Site Settings : Network Controller. Click the Initmode Settings
link to change the network settings and the web server port
number. Click the Localization link to change the interface
language.

This section describes the how to replace the Mini ITX Network
Controller, the SAM-E module, and the S2 Network Node with M1-3200
blade. Note that replacements can be installed only to replace defective
boards. They cannot be installed to “upgrade” a system.
Follow the instructions below to remove the existing Mini ITX Network
Controller and install a replacement, after preserving the latest system
data.

2. Select Configuration : System Maintenance : Backup System.
3. Enter a comment to explain the purpose of the backup.
4. Click Full Backup.
5. Once the backup is complete, click the “get” link to the right of the
newly created backup file. Save the file to your PC.
6. Repeat step 5 to download copies of any and all “archives” files
currently on the system.
Each downloadable file will have a “get” link to its right.

3. Perform an orderly shutdown using one of the procedures shown in
the section: Performing an Orderly System Shutdown on page 31.
4. Once you hear a double beep, remove power from the system.
5. Open the enclosure and locate the Mini ITX Network Controller, which
is attached to the left side of the enclosure.
The Network Controller is shown in Figure 61.
6. Make sure you are grounded, and observe precautions to prevent
static discharge.
7. Remove the Ethernet cable from the network port (RJ-45 connector).
8. Remove the power cables, serial cable and power reset cable from
their respective connectors.
9. Remove the two mounting screws holding the board in place and set
them aside for re-use.

S2 NetBox Hardware Installation Guide Replacing Boards
10. Remove the Network Controller from the enclosure.

11. Install the replacement Network Controller using the compression
mounts to position it and using the mounting screws to secure it to the
enclosure.
12. Plug the Ethernet cable into the network port (RJ-45 connector).
13. Plug the power cables, serial cable and power reset cable into their
respective connectors.
17.5 in (444.4mm)
17 in (431.8 mm)
Up to six
additional
Access blades
Mini ITX
Network
Figure 61. The Mini ITX Network Controller location in an S2 NetBox

enclosure.

Figure 62. Top view of the Mini ITX Network Controller.
Follow the instructions below to remove the existing SAM-E module and
install a replacement.


5. Open the enclosure and locate the SAM-E module, which is on the left
side of the enclosure, as shown in the following figure.
17.5 in (444.4mm)
SAM-E
module
17 in (431.8 mm)
Up to six additional
Application
Extension blades
A detailed view of the SAM-E module is shown in Figure 63.
6. Make sure you are grounded and observe precautions to prevent

static discharge.
7. Remove the Ethernet cables from the RJ-45 connectors.
8. Remove the power cable, serial cable, power reset cable and panel
LED cable from their respective connectors.
9. Remove the two mounting screws holding the module in place and set
10. Remove the module from the enclosure.
11. Install the replacement SAM-E module using the compression mounts
to position it and using the mounting screws to secure it to the
enclosure.
12. Plug the Ethernet cables into the RJ-45 connectors.
13. Plug the power cable, serial cable, power reset revert cable, and
panel LED cable into their respective connectors.

Figure 63. The SAM-E module.
Follow the instructions below to remove the existing S2 Network Node

with M1-3200 blade and install a replacement.

5. Open the enclosure and locate the M1-3200 blade. It is in Slot 1 in the
enclosure, as shown in the following figure.

17.5 in (444.4mm)
M1-3200
17 in (431.8 mm)
blade
Up to six
additional
Access blades
Power Supply
A detailed view of the S2 Network Node with M1-3200 blade is shown

in Figure 64.
6. Make sure you are grounded and observe precautions to prevent

static discharge.
7. Remove the Ethernet cables from the RJ-45 connectors.
8. Remove the power cable, serial cable, power reset cable, and panel
LED cable from their respective connectors.
9. Remove the two mounting screws holding the module in place and set
10. Remove the module from the enclosure.
11. Install the replacement M1-3200 blade, using the compression
mounts to position it and using the mounting screws to secure it to the
enclosure.
12. Plug the Ethernet cables into the RJ-45 connectors.
13. Plug the power cable, serial cable, power reset revert cable, and
panel LED cable into their respective connectors.

Battery
Revert Button
Hello
Button
RESET
Reset
Button
LED
BATT
DCIN
PANEL
Network
Port
USB Panel
Pin 2 LED
Pin +12V DC Port
(ground)
LEDs D2209
and D2210
Supply Input
2-pin 2-pin
Figure 64. S2 Network Node with M1-3200 blade.

If you ever need to reset factory defaults for the S2 node, you use the red
Revert button on the M1-3200 blade.
 Hold down the Revert button. Each of the four debug LEDs will blink
sequentially and then they will all blink on and off in unison.
When they all blink on and off in unison, you know the revert process
has completed, returning the S2 Network Node to its factory default
settings:
 Static IP Address: 192.168.0.251
 Gateway: 192.168.0.1
 Netmask: 255.255.255.0
 DCHP: false
Figure 65: Using the Revert button to reset an S2 Network Node with M1-3200 blade to
factory defaults.

The system is cleaned annually using a compressed air product that is
moisture and abrasive free.

4. Once you hear a double beep, hold down the Power button for four
seconds or longer.
The button is located on the outside left side of the wall-mount
enclosure and on the front panel of the rack-mount enclosure.
5. Use the compressed air system to remove dust and other foreign
particles.
6. Restart the S2 controller.

Check the S2 web site (www.s2sys.com) for updated specifications, lists
of supported devices, and software updates.
 Operating temperature range: 32° F to 122° F (0° C to 49° C).

 Operating relative humidity range: Up to 85% non-condensing.
For information on power requirements for external devices, see the

following sections:
 Connecting Readers on page 39.
 Wiring Inputs on page 41.
 Wiring Outputs on page 47.
The total current that one S2 system can provide to all readers is 2800
milliamps. Each access control blade can supply up to a total of 400
milliamps at 12VDC to readers. For example, an access control blade can
supply 400 milliamps to one reader or 200 milliamps to each of two
readers. If the readers require more current, or a different voltage, then a
separate UL 294 or UL 603 Power Limited Supply must be used.
Many Wiegand-compatible proximity readers from HID require 200
milliamps or less. An S2 system can power fourteen such readers directly
(14x200 milliamps = 2.8A). Long range proximity readers may require
more power. Refer to the reader manufacturer documentation for power
specifications.
Other than readers, any non-S2 components in the system (such as
 Inputs and Outputs: Twisted, shielded 22 AWG Belden #9462 or

equivalent.
Maximum distance from input/output devices to the S2 system: 2000
feet (610 meters).
 Readers: Twisted, shielded 22 AWG Belden #9536 (6 conductor) or
equivalent.

S2 NetBox Hardware Installation Guide Hardware and Third Party Device Specification
Maximum distance from a reader to an S2 system: 500 feet (152

meters).
 Temperature Sensors (not Listed by UL): Up to 500 feet (152
meters) twisted Category 3; Over 500 feet up to 1000 feet (305
meters) twisted Category 5.
Maximum distance from a temperature sensor to the S2 system: 1000
feet (305 meters).
 Diodes required for output devices that are DC powered: 1N4002- 1
A, 50 V, Fast Recovery Diode or equivalent.
 Varistors (MOV) required for output devices that are AC powered: 40
VAC, 56 VDC, 10 A Surge, Radial Leaded Varistor or equivalent, such
as World Products Inc. SNR-D56K2.
 Resistors required for input devices: 1k Ohms.
 Ethernet cable: CAT 5 cable or better with RJ-45 connector.
The S2 NetBox and S2 Network Node are compatible with UL Listed 26-
bit, 126-bit, and 200-bit Wiegand readers.
The S2 Network Controller supports up to 128 cameras. The exact

number will depend on usage. IP video cameras may be connected
directly to the network and driven by S2 controller. For UL applications, IP
cameras were not investigated.
At this release, the S2 Network Controller is tested to work with the
following models:
 Axis: All VAPI-compliant cameras and models 2120, 232D
 IQinVision: Various IQeye models
 Panasonic: Models WV-NM100, WV-NS324
 Sony: Models SNC-DF40N/DF40P, SNC-P1, SNC-RZ30N
 Vivotek: Model IP2111

S2 NetBox Hardware Installation Guide Hardware and Third Party Device Specification
Operating Range Accuracy
-1º/+5º C from -55º C to -30º C (-2º/+9º F from -67° F to -22° F)

-1º/+3º C from -30º C to 0º C (-2º/+5º F from -22° F to 32° F)
55º C to 100º C
±0.5º C from 0º C to 70º C (±1º F from 32° F to 158° F)
(-67° F to 212° F)
±1º C from 70º C to 85º C (±2º F from 158° F to 185° F)
-2º/+1º C from 85º C to 100º C (-4º/+2º F from 185° F to 212° F)
Note: Temperature blades are not UL Listed.
 DBMS compatibility: SQL, ODBC

 Email support: POP, SMTP
 Encryption: SSL, SHA-1
 Network: NTP, TCP/IP
 Web: HTTP, HTTPS, XML
 Access control readers: 64 maximum

 Access cards: 20,000
 Alarm monitoring points: 2,000
 Control point outputs: 2,000
 Digital video cameras: 32
 Temperature monitoring points: 500
 S2 Network Nodes (fully populated): 3

A wiring power 57
enclosure door LED 65
AC power, wiring 57 enclosure mounting
Access Control Blade S2 NetBox 23
available power for readers 81 S2 NetBox Extreme 24
connecting inputs 42 S2 NetBox VR Quatro 23
connecting outputs 50 S2 Network Node 23
LEDs 68 S2 Network Node VR 23
additional blades, installing 33, 34 environmental requirements 21
additional information, references to 2 Ethernet cable specifications 82
application extension blades
connecting inputs and outputs 38 H
defined 5
hard shutdown 69
B hardware specifications 81
battery 59 I
beeper control 40
input blade
blades
connecting inputs to 42
access control 39
LEDs 68
input 42
input circuits
installing 33, 34
normally closed parallel resistor 44
node 33, 34
normally closed series resistor 44
output 51
normally closed unsupervised 45
removing 68
normally open parallel resistor 46
temperature 53
normally open series resistor 46
boards, replacing 72
normally open unsupervised 47
bus, ribbon cable 35
inputs
C connecting 42
specifications 81
cable specifications, Ethernet 82 supervision types 42
cameras supported 82 wiring 41, 81
card readers supported 82
configuration network, setting up 61 L
connecting to the network 54, 55, 56
LED control, reader 40
connectors, ribbon cable 35
LEDs
controller
on access control, input, output, and
defined 4
temperature blades 68
replacing 72
on enclosure door 65
current, total available for readers 81
M
D
M1-3200 blade
DC power supply, wiring 21
diagram 78
device specifications 81
LEDs 66
diodes and varistors, specifications 82
replacing 76
E maximum capacities 83
MicroNode Plus See S2 MicroNode Plus
enclosure

S2 NetBox Hardware Installation Guide Index
Mini ITX Network Controller R

position in enclosure 63
replacing 72 readers
top view 64 available power for 81
mounting the enclosure 23 beeper control 40
concrete inserts 26 connecting 39, 81
concrete or masonry wall construction 26 LED control 40
hollow wall construction 25 specifications 81
S2 NetBox 23 supported 82
S2 NetBox Extreme 24 wiring 38
S2 NetBox VR Quatro 23 requirements, system 20
S2 Network Node 23 resistor specifications 82
S2 Network Node VR 23 restarting after a hard shutdown 69
ribbon cable 34, 35, 36
N ribbon cable connectors 35
NetBox See S2 NetBox S
NetBox Extreme See S2 NetBox Extreme
NetBox VR Quatro See S2 NetBox VR Quatro S2 controller
network defined 4
connecting to 54, 55, 56 diagram 63, 64
for configuring the system 61 replacing 72
requirements 20 S2 MicroNode Plus
Network Node See S2 Network Node node types 4
Network Node VR See S2 Network Node VR topology considerations 11, 16, 18
S2 NetBox Extreme
O diagram 10
enclosure mounting 24
orderly shutdown 69
preparing to install 9
output blade
topology considerations 16
connecting outputs to 50
S2 NetBox system
LEDs 68
cleaning the system 80
outputs
diagram 5
connecting 50
hardware and third party-device specifications 81
specifications 81
installing additional blades 33
wiring 47, 81
performing an orderly system shutdown 31
overview
preparing to install 4
of the installation 22
replacing boards 72
of the system 4
testing and troubleshooting 63
P topology considerations 10
S2 NetBox VR Quatro
panel LED 65 diagram 8
parallel resistor input circuits 44, 46 enclosure mounting 23
position and slot numbers 35 preparing to install 7
power requirements 81 topology considerations 12
power source, connecting 57 S2 Network Controller
precautions and installation notes 2 defined 4
preparing to install replacing 72
S2 NetBox 7 S2 Network Node viii, 67
S2 NetBox Extreme 9 adding a battery backup 60
S2 NetBox VR Quatro 7 defined 4
S2 Network Node 7 diagram 7, 24, 66, 78
S2 Network Node VR 8 preparing to install 7
protocols, software 83 replacing 76

S2 NetBox Hardware Installation Guide Index
topology considerations 18 LEDs 68

S2 Network Node VR temperature sensors
diagram 9 connecting 53
enclosure mounting 23 operating range and accuracy 83
preparing to install 8 specifications 82
topology considerations 14 wiring 51
S2 system temperature, operating 21, 81
adding a battery backup 60 testing and troubleshooting 63
cleaning the system 80 third-party device specifications 81
components 6 topology considerations viii, 7, 10
enclosure mounting 23 S2 NetBox 10
overview 4 S2 NetBox Extreme 16
replacing boards 72 S2 NetBox VR Quatro 12
requirements 20 S2 Network Node 18
testing and troubleshooting 63 S2 Network Node VR 14
topology considerations 10
U
SAM-E module 63
diagram 55 unsupervised input circuits 45, 47
position in enclosure 54
replacing 74 V
sensors, temperature 53 varistors, specifications 82
series resistor input circuits 44, 46
shutting down using the hardware 69 W
slot and position numbers 35
where to go for more information 2
software protocols and standards 83
wiring
specifications, hardware and third-party devices 81
AC power 57
static electricity precautions 21
inputs 41, 81
subnet 11
outputs 47, 81
system status LED 65
readers 38
T requirements 81
temperature sensors 51
temperature blade
identifying 53

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Line Ground Earth ground

Ground wire Neutral A minimum 2.5 inch spacing

 Electrical specifications input:

Input range 100-240 Vac

Operating temperature 0-49° C

 The S2 NetBox is compatible with the following S2 Security UL 294

Note: For UL applications, S2 NetBox is a standalone system and

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 OBSERVE STATIC ELECTRICITY PRECAUTIONS WHEN

Card Reader Card Reader

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Revision 1, November 2014

Operating system Windows 7 Home or Professional Edition

 All equipment must be installed within the protected premises and is

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Line Ground Earth ground

Ground wire Neutral A minimum 2.5 inch spacing

 Electrical specifications input:

Input range 100-240 Vac

Operating temperature 0-49° C

 The S2 Network Node is compatible with the following S2 Security UL

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Note: For UL applications, NetBox is a standalone system and

 OBSERVE STATIC ELECTRICITY PRECAUTIONS WHEN

Figure 2 shows the UL 294 evaluated system configuration for the S2

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Revision 4, July 2014

Operating system Windows 7 Home or Professional Edition

 All equipment must be installed within the protected premises and is

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Line Ground Earth ground

Ground wire Neutral A minimum 2.5 inch spacing

 Electrical specifications input:

Input range 100-240 Vac

Operating temperature 0-49° C

 The S2 NetBox VR Quatro is compatible with the following S2

Note: For UL applications, NetBox is a standalone system and

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 OBSERVE STATIC ELECTRICITY PRECAUTIONS WHEN

Figure 3 shows the UL 294 evaluated system configuration for the S2

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Revision 2, July 2014

Operating system Windows 7 Home or Professional Edition

S2 Security Corporation xiv February 2016

Line Ground Earth ground

Ground wire Neutral A minimum 2.5 inch spacing

 Electrical specifications input:

Input range 100-240 Vac

Operating temperature 0-49° C

Note: For UL applications, S2 NetBox is a standalone system and

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 OBSERVE STATIC ELECTRICITY PRECAUTIONS WHEN

Figure 4 shows the UL 294 evaluated system configuration for the S2

S2 NetBox S2 NetBox S2 MicroNode

Card Reader Card Reader

Figure 4: S2 NetBox Extreme UL 294 evaluated system configuration.

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