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Complete the Solution with the maXia® 4-Monitor Workstation

maXia 4-Monitor Workstation

The maXia 4-Monitor Workstation pairs perfectly and is purpose-built for monitoring, investigation, and video playback across leading VMS platforms including Avigilon®, Milestone® XProtect, Genetec® Security Center, Bosch® BVMS/IQsight, and Luminys®.

Built on Intel® Core Ultra technology with nVidia® RTX graphics, it delivers newer platform technology, improved operator experience, and up to 25% higher video playback performance in a flexible, North American-built workstation.

Key Features

  • Intel® Core Ultra Processor
  • Windows® 11 IoT Enterprise
  • 32GB DDR5 RAM
  • nVidia® A1000 8GB GDDR6
  • 1TB NVMe SSD
  • 1 x 1GbE, 1 x 2.5GbE, Wi-Fi 6
  • Up to 4 Monitors (4 x Mini-Display Port)
  • Up to 7 Years Warranty
  • Lifetime Technical Support

System Specifications

System SpecificationsmaXia Remote Monitoring Workstation – 4MONTypical 4-Monitor Surveillance Workstation
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 5 235Intel Core i5 (12th Gen)
Memory (RAM)32GB DDR532GB DDR5
Storage1TB NVMe SSD256GB NVMe SSD
GraphicsNVIDIA RTX A1000 8GB GDDR6NVIDIA T1000 8GB
Operating SystemWindows 11 IoT EnterpriseWindows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC
Network1 x 1GbE, 1 x 2.5GbE, Wi-Fi 61 x 1GbE + 1 x 2.5GbE
Display SupportUp to 4 MonitorsUp to 4 Monitors
Maximum Resolution4K4K
WarrantyUp to 7 Years3 Years
Lead Time5–10 Business DaysTypically 4–8 Weeks
Technical SupportLifetime Technical SupportManufacturer Support
Manufacturing LocationNorth AmericaOverseas OEM Manufacturing

Video Playback Performance*

Video Playback Performance*maXia Remote Monitoring Workstation – 4MONTypical 4-Monitor Surveillance Workstation
2MP @ 30fps30 Mainstream + 6 Substream22 Mainstream + 14 Substream
4MP @ 30fps30 Mainstream + 6 Substream22 Mainstream + 14 Substream
8MP @ 15fps6 Mainstream + 30 Substream4 Mainstream + 32 Substream
Video Wall Capacity10MP @ 30fps / 75MP @ 7fps8MP @ 30fps / 60MP @ 7fps
Playback PerformanceUp to 25% Higher*Baseline

*Performance varies based on VMS platform, camera resolution, stream settings, monitor count, GPU selection, and workstation configuration.

Why Systems Integrators Choose maXia

  • Hand-Built in North America
  • Real-time pricing based on current component costs
  • No proprietary hardware lock-in
  • Direct access to engineers and technical support staff
  • Flexible storage and performance configurations

Whether you are deploying a new monitoring station or refreshing existing workstation hardware, the maXia 4-Monitor Workstation delivers the performance operators need today with room to grow tomorrow.

Contact us for pricing, project sizing, or a custom configuration.


For more information about our hand-built-in-house systems or to place an order, please contact your Sentry or maXia Solution Specialist at 866.736.8796, or get in touch via our contact page.

maXia® AI Evidence Server: AI-ready Video Infrastructure for the Next Generation of Security projects

AI-ready video infrastructure for the next generation of security projects

Video surveillance is changing quickly.

For years, security systems have focused on recording, storing, and retrieving video. That remains critical — but the next generation of video systems will need to do more.

They will need to help users search faster, investigate smarter, summarize events, protect privacy, and extract useful intelligence from the video they already collect.

That is why maXia™ is now building the maXia AI Evidence Server for leading security integration companies preparing for the next wave of AI-assisted video applications.

The Goal is Simple: Give integrators a purpose-built AI server platform for advanced video search, investigation, summarization, and evidence workflows.

Milestone AI Workflows

Built for emerging AI video workflows

New AI capabilities are starting to reshape how security teams interact with recorded video.

Milestone, for example, has introduced and announced AI-focused capabilities for XProtect®, including:

AI Search
Helping users search video more naturally and locate relevant events faster.

XProtect® Video Summarization
Using AI to help summarize video footage and reduce the time required to review incidents.

Video Anonymization
Supporting privacy-conscious video sharing by helping blur or redact sensitive details such as faces or license plates.

These types of tools create a new infrastructure requirement.

AI-assisted video workloads need more than a standard recording server. They require the right balance of CPU performance, GPU acceleration, fast working storage, high-speed networking, and reliable system design.

Introducing the maXia™ AI Evidence Server

The maXia AI Evidence Server is a purpose-built hardware platform designed to sit beside, support, or extend an existing video management environment.

It is intended for security integrators and enterprise customers looking to prepare for AI-powered video review, investigation, redaction, and reporting — without replacing their existing VMS investment.

Use cases include:

  • AI-assisted video search
  • Faster incident review
  • Video summarization workflows
  • Evidence preparation and reporting
  • Video anonymization and redaction support
  • Object, person, vehicle, or activity analysis
  • Local processing of sensitive video data
  • Integrator-led AI pilot projects and customer demonstrations

The maXia AI Evidence Server gives security integrators a practical way to start AI infrastructure conversations with their customers. Rather than waiting for customers to ask about AI, integrators can now lead the discussion with a server platform designed specifically for advanced video workloads.

As with all maXia systems, each unit is hand-built in-house, configured for the application, and supported by the same team that designs and assembles it.


For more information about our hand-built-in-house systems or to place an order, please contact your Sentry or maXia Solution Specialist at 866.736.8796, or get in touch via our contact page.

maXia® SVR 4U 6 Bay – More Power, More Capacity, Same Proven Reliability

maXia® SVR 4U 6 Bay Recording Server

Enterpise-Grade Performance and Scalability for Larger Video Systems

When your projects demand maximum storage, processing power, and reliability, the maXia SVR 4U 6 Bay is built to deliver. Now featuring Intel® Core Ultra processors, this enterprise‑class rackmount server is ready for the most demanding surveillance and analytics workloads.

Why the maXia SVR 4U 6 Bay?

  • Engineered for scale – Spacious 4U chassis with six front‑accessible hot‑swappable bays for massive video retention and simplified serviceability.
  • Next‑gen performance – Intel® Core Ultra processors deliver superior compute, energy efficiency, and built‑in AI acceleration for video analytics and system management.
  • Optimized for video – Fully compatible with leading VMS platforms including Milestone®, Genetec®, Avigilon®, and Exacq®, ensuring seamless integration and stability.
  • Reliable & supported – Hand‑built in North America, backed by lifetime technical support and up to 7‑year warranty coverage.

The upgraded maXia SVR 4U 6 Bay combines enterprise storage capacity with next-generation computing power – ideal for larger-scale deployments requiring nonstop reliability and performance. Click here to visit the product page on our website.

Contact your Sentry or maXia Solution Specialist at 866.736.8796 or by email with your project requirements and we’ll design a system specific to your needs.

maXia® SVR Cube – Compact Power with Next‑Gen Performance

maXia® SVR Cube Recording Server

Professional-Grade Video Recording in a Compact Form

When space is limited but performance is essential, the maXia SVR Cube delivers. Now featuring the latest Intel® Core Ultra processors, the SVR Cube is purpose-built for video surveillance recording – powerful, secure and designed to fit where traditional rackmount servers can’t.

Why the maXia SVR Cube?

  • Compact size, powerful design – Small‑form‑factor chassis with excellent cooling, industrial styling, and a lockable front door for added security.
  • Optimized performance – Equipped with Intel® Core Ultra processors offering next‑generation AI acceleration, superior performance, and enhanced energy efficiency.
  • Flexible storage made simple – Four hot‑swappable drive bays supporting scalable video storage and RAID configurations without downtime.
  • Built for surveillance – Optimized with Seagate® SkyHawk AI drives and full compatibility with top VMS platforms like Milestone, Genetec, Avigilon, and Exacq.
  • Always connected – Dual Ethernet (1 Gb + 2.5 Gb), HDMI and DisplayPort outputs for flexible connectivity.
  • Reliable & supported – Hand‑built in North America, backed by lifetime technical support and warranty options up to 7 years.

The upgraded maXia SVR Cube proves that big performance can come in a small package – delivering powerful, reliable recording in a compact, service-friendly design. Click here to visit the product page on our website.

Contact your Sentry or maXia Solution Specialist at 866.736.8796 or by email with your project requirements and we’ll design a system specific to your needs.

maXia® SVR Compact – Small Footprint, Big Performance

maXia® SVR Compact Recording Server

High-Performance Video Recording in a Space-Saving Design

When you need enterprise‑grade reliability in a smaller form factor, the maXia SVR Compact is the perfect fit. Now upgraded with a new chassis and Intel® Core Ultra processors, this system delivers the performance and dependability of a full‑size rackmount server—optimized for mid‑sized video surveillance and analytics deployments.

Why the maXia SVR Compact?

  • Small form, big capability – Sleek SFF chassis ideal for desktop, shelf or wall-mount installations where rack space isn’t available.
  • Next‑generation performance – Powered by Intel® Core Ultra processors for improved AI handling, advanced graphics, and energy‑efficient operation.
  • Optimized for surveillance – Seamless compatibility with leading VMS platforms including Milestone™, Genetec™, Avigilon™, and Exacq™.
  • Built to connect – Dual Network interfaces plus HDMI and DisplayPort outputs for easy setup, monitoring and management.
  • Reliable & supported – Hand‑built in North America with lifetime technical support and up to 7‑year warranty options.

The upgraded maXia SVR Compact delivers the perfect balance of performance, efficiency and scalability – ensuring your video systems stay powerful, reliable and ready for the long run. Click here to visit the product page on our website.

Contact your Sentry or maXia Solution Specialist at 866.736.8796 or by email with your project requirements and we’ll design a system specific to your needs.

graphic illustrating current market volatility of DDRS module

Real-time pricing. Real advantage.

Unlike OEMs, we don’t inflate pricing “just in case” future costs rise. Many vendors build in extra margin to protect against potential increases — and keep those prices elevated even if costs stabilize or decline. We adjust in real time, so you’re always getting pricing that reflects actual market conditions.

Example of Current Market Volatility

A 16GB DDR5 module has increased from approximately $75 to $320 in just 6 months, with daily price swings of up to ±$50, highlighting the importance of real-time pricing in a rapidly changing market.

High Density Recording Server

High-Density Recording Server for Large-Scale Deployments

A high-density recording server is specifically designed to handle a large number of IP cameras and store high volumes of video data. Commonly used in large-scale deployments such as airports, casinos, hotels, and shopping malls, these servers typically include:

  • One or two high-powered CPUs
  • Fibre network ports
  • Redundant systems for video storage drives, OS drives, and power supplies

Case Study: Custom Server for Hotel Surveillance

One of our integration partners was working on a hotel project requiring:

  • Support for 400 IP cameras
  • Minimum 60 days of storage

Our Solution

Based on the project requirements, our team designed and hand-built a high-density 2U recording server in-house. The build included:

  • Operating System: Windows® Server 2022
  • VMS Software: Milestone XProtect® Professional+
  • Processor: Intel® Xeon® 4516Y+ CPU
  • Memory: 128GB DDR5 ECC Registered RAM
  • Networking:
    • 2 x 10GB Fibre Ports
    • 4 x 1GB NICs
    • IPMI for remote management
  • Boot Drive:
    • 1TB SSD for OS and software (RAID 1)
  • Live Database:
    • 12 x 960GB Micron® SSDs (RAID 10)
  • Video Storage:
    • 18 x 20TB Seagate® Skyhawk Drives (RAID 6)
  • Chassis: 2U 24-bay
  • Power Supply: 1200W hot-swap redundant PSU


We were able to source, build, configure, test, and ship the system within 10 business days for approximately $20,000 USD / $25,000 CAD.