Compare CMS Digital Signage Servers See CMS-60, CMS-SE and CMS-WS side by side and find the right server for your network
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CAYIN CMS servers manage SMP players from one place. CMS-60 and CMS-SE run the same CMS software. The difference is who supplies the hardware and how many players you plan to manage.
Quick answer. For a server that arrives ready to run choose CMS-60. For more than 1,000 players, or to use hardware you already own, choose CMS-SE.
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How to choose a CMS Server
- Decide who provides the hardware. CMS-60 arrives as a ready to run 1U rack server. CMS-SE installs on a server you already own.
- Count your players. CMS-60 updates up to 250 SMP players at once, or up to 1,000 on request. CMS-SE scales from 10 to 4,000 SMP players by license.
- Check your IT setup. CMS-SE needs Ubuntu 64 bit 22.04 LTS, a 2 GHz dual core processor, 4 GB of RAM, and 120 GB of free disk space.
- Both servers share the same management features, including five layer player groups, central and emergency scheduling, mail alerts, and remote diagnostics, so features are not a deciding factor.
How many players each server manages
The solid bar is the number of SMP players a server updates at the same time. CMS-60 can be tailored up to 1,000 players on request. CMS-SE capacity depends on the license you buy.
Full CMS Comparison
| Model | CMS-60 | CMS-SE |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Hardware server, 1U rack | Software for your own server |
| Software | CMS | CMS |
| SMP players | Up to 250, or 1,000 on request | 10 to 4,000 by license |
| Operating system | Preinstalled | Ubuntu 64 bit 22.04 LTS |
| Processor | 2.7 GHz or above | 2 GHz dual core or above |
| Memory | Included | 4 GB RAM |
| Storage | 1 TB SATA HDD | 120 GB free space |
| Display output | VGA | — |
| Network | 1 GbE | Your hardware |
| Size | 483 x 450 x 44 mm | — |
| Live AV input | ✓ | ✓ |
| User accounts | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Five layer player groups | ✓ | ✓ |
| Central and emergency scheduling | ✓ | ✓ |
| Google Maps player location | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mail alerts and remote diagnostics | ✓ | ✓ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between CMS-60 and CMS-SE?
CMS-60 is a 1U rack server that ships with the CAYIN CMS software installed. CMS-SE is the CMS software on its own, installed on your own hardware running Ubuntu 64 bit 22.04 LTS. Both share the same management features.
How many SMP players can each CMS server manage?
CMS-60 updates content to up to 250 SMP players at the same time and can be tailored up to 1,000. CMS-SE manages 10 to 4,000 SMP players depending on the license you buy.
What hardware does CMS-SE need?
A 2 GHz dual core processor, 4 GB of RAM, 120 GB of free disk space on a HDD or SSD, and Ubuntu 64 bit 22.04 LTS. You also need a DVD drive or USB port for installation.
Can a CMS server play live video?
Yes. Both servers take a live AV input through an HDMI capture card, sold separately. CMS-SE supports capture up to 1080p at 60 fps.
Do I need a CMS server to use SMP players?
No. Each SMP player runs its own content. A CMS server adds central control, grouping, and scheduling when you manage many players.
Can a CMS server manage players in different locations?
Yes. Both servers organize players in groups up to five layers deep and show players on Google Maps when the player location function is on.
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