ParkBack® Parking Management Failover Server – The Uninterrupted Parking Guardian
ParkBack® Failover Server is a high-reliability failover system purpose-built for smart parking facilities. When the primary parking management server fails or undergoes maintenance, the ParkBack® system automatically takes over, ensuring continuous vehicle access, payment processing, and uninterrupted operations—eliminating downtime and customer frustration.
Key Features
What is the ParkBack® Parking Management Failover Server?
The ParkBack® system uses failover-based architecture. When the primary server fails or needs servicing, the backup server instantly takes control—ensuring 24/7 uninterrupted parking system operations. The system consists of three core components:
1. ParkGuid® Parking Management Server.
2. ParkBack® Failover Server. (Parking Management Backup Controller)
3. Hypervisor® Monitoring System: Continuously monitors both primary and backup servers and triggers automatic switching when failure is detected.
This architecture ensures seamless parking operations under all circumstances, maintaining both vehicle access and user satisfaction.
Why Do You Need the ParkBack® Failover Server?
For parking operators, system downtime can cause major disruptions, such as:
■ Vehicles stuck in the lot, resulting in customer complaints.
■ Revenue loss due to interrupted fee calculation.
■ Extended maintenance delays leading to business disruption.
These issues can result in not only financial losses but also reputational damage. ParkBack® offers an N:1 architecture, allowing one failover server to support multiple sites. Paired with the Hypervisor® auto-switching system, your parking operation resumes instantly—zero wait, zero downtime.Whether it’s a commercial lot, smart residential complex, corporate campus, or large shopping mall, ParkBack® is your ideal solution for operational stability and flexible management.
How Does the ParkBack® Failover Server Work?
The ParkBack® server integrates the Hypervisor® intelligent monitoring service. Once configured with the primary server, it automatically backs up operational parameters and constantly monitors system status to ensure a ready-to-activate backup environment.
When the primary server encounters issues, Hypervisor® immediately switches control to the failover server. Automatic takeover scenarios include:
(1) Primary server crash or unresponsiveness.
(2) Total disk failure in the primary server.
In addition, any configuration changes on the main server are Hypervisor® instantly synced to the backup, ensuring real-time backup consistency and reliable disaster recovery—significantly enhancing operational continuity.
① The main server stores license plate recognition and parking status data locally and transmits them to the central server for redundancy. The failover server continuously monitors the main server’s status.
② If the main server fails, the failover server takes over instantly, allowing the system to continue operating seamlessly.
③ Once the main server is restored, the backup server automatically returns to standby mode, ready for the next failover event.
Technical Specifications
| System Platform | Core i7 | Xeno CPU (Optional) SSD installed with embedded OS | RAID 1 (Optional) |400W power |
| Storage | Built-in 4 hot-swappable hard drives; hardware RAID supports RAID 0/1/5/6/10 with hot spare; up to 40TB capacity. (Optional) |
| System Control | Built-in hardware and software watchdog for auto reboot; 3 cooling fans and temperature controller. |
| Display Output | DMI, VGA, and DVI triple display output; supports 4K resolution. |
| Network | Dual or quad 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports. (depending on model) |
| Dimensions & Weight | 88(H) × 483(W) × 660(L) mm; 19” 2U rackmount aluminum chassis; 12kg (without hard drives) |
| Connect Devices | LPR Cameras: 1-16 Ch | UHF Readers: 1-16 Ch | Parking Cameras: 8-1024 Ch | Ultrasonic Detectors: 32-5120 Units. |
| Access Control | Manage blacklist/whitelist/reservation DB; controls by time, plate, gate, display message. |
| Parameter Settings | Configurable detection area, pixel size, thresholds; import/export parameters, black/white lists. |
| Event Logging | Records full event data: time, license plate number, gate, image, video |
| Event Search | Search by name, license plate, location, or time; click to view related footage. |
| Parking Info | Real-time LPR display, vacant spot summary by area/floor, navigation; custom message for reservations. |
| Empty parking space display | Supports automatic counting and display of empty parking spaces and time correction function. |
| Event Search | Search by name, license plate, location, or time; click to view related footage. |
| Gate Control | Auto-open upon LPR validation; manual or remote override during system failure. |
| Failover Backup | Supports backup server function; auto switch upon main unit failure. (optional) |
| Time Synchronization | Supports NTP; host can act as time server for all connected devices. |
| Privilege Control | Unlimited users; customizable access permissions. |
| HDD Failure Alert | Supports S.M.A.R.T. alerts with 2-level warnings; email/SMS notifications; optional buzzer and GUI alerts. |
| PMS Server | OS and software pre-installed; includes USB dongle for security |
| Integration | I/O integrated for gates, alarms, indicators, sensors; open API for third-party integration. (e.g., pay stations) |
| Pixel & Angle | Plate width ≥80 pixels; camera to plate angle ≤30°, to road ≤10°. |
e.g.：AnyNet-12804(2)(2)；6 LPR camera | 4 Hot Swap | LPR x2 + 126 Parking camera | 2 UHF Reader | 2 ultrasonic detectors | |