The Proximity Security System (PSS) is installed on the computer and the Radio Frequency (RF) badges are assigned to the individual users. The proximity distance is set for the particular computer and is software settable from 1 to 30 feet. Each badge is assigned to a user and registered to PSS. When the system is activated, any attempt to deactivate the PSS by means of removing the RF receiver renders the computer inoperable (until the device is reattached). When no active users are within the range of the reader, the system is locked. The keyboard and mouse cease to function and the monitor is blanked out. As an authorized user (via the RF badge) ap-proaches the computer, the
computer senses the badge and verifies the badge is valid for this particular computer. PSS validates the badge to this computer and if authorized, the user is allowed to enter the system. When the user leaves the proximity of the computer, the system locks immediately regardless of any activity on the system (i.e. an unauthorized person accessing the system by typing on the computer keyboard prior to the system locking). When the same user returns, they are placed in the same screen that they left. If a different authorized user logs in, the computer logs the new user in and the previous user is logged out.
Ports: 1 RS-232 Serial Port (9 pin)
Operating System Requirements: Windows 2000 or XP
Base Receiver Radio Frequency: 916 MHz PC Connection: RS-232 — 9 pin D connector Serial Port
Range: Software selectable — 1 to 30 feet
Certifications: FCC Certification, United States
Badge Radio Frequency: 916 MHz
Highlights: Since the system is locked when an authorized user is not in the vicinity, the PSS is ideal for computers located in areas where non-authorized persons have access to computers.
