This article was machine-translated from French and is being reviewed. Prices are in Algerian dinars excl. VAT.
To install Santymed, prepare four items before the software: a local server, reliable network for workstations, automatic backups on external media and a UPS against outages. Santymed is an on‑premise solution: the database lives on your server, so software availability depends on it. The vendor does not publish its technical requirements on the pages we have read: request them in writing before buying hardware.
In short
- The local server is the heart of the system, and its specifications come from the vendor.
- Backups are automatic, to external disk or NAS, with restore possible in case of failure.
- A UPS gives you time to shut down properly: from 10,500 to 19,500 DA HT for in‑stock tower models.
Install Santymed: the local server
Workstations connect to the server: no cloud, and no internet needed for local use. The vendor’s requirements (CPU, memory, storage, OS) apply before any purchase. The server is quoted on a quote once these requirements are known. Install it in a ventilated room: summer heat damages the equipment.
The workstation network
Prefer fixed workstations wired with RJ45 to a switch, and reserve Wi‑Fi for mobile devices. The required bandwidth depends on the number of workstations and image exchanges (PACS); the software vendor does not publish network requirements—ask for them.
Network security, three rules:
- separate visitor Wi‑Fi from the management network;
- create named accounts, as the vendor manages permissions by role;
- frame all external access: patient gate and notifications go through the internet, and the vendor does not publish a recommended remote access architecture.
Backup and restore
The vendor provides automatic backups according to your settings, on chosen media: external disks, NAS. In case of failure, restore is possible. Our advice: keep one copy off the server and another in a different location, and test a restore before commissioning.
Our price list of 06/11/2026 does not cover external drives or NAS: on quote. The hard drives in stock listed come from the CCTV section, such as the WD 1 TB 3.5 inch at 8,500 DA HT (price from the AsloTech online shop as of 06/11/2026, subject to availability). The Hikvision 4 TB at 28,000 DA HT and 6 TB at 39,500 DA HT, dedicated to surveillance, are also in stock; other drives listed were out of stock. An internal drive requires a case or NAS. These drives are designed for video recording, not specifically for backing up a medical database: the useful capacity is calculated from your facility’s data volume during the quote.
UPS: keep running during outages
A sudden outage can damage a database, regardless of the software. A UPS gives time to finish and shut down cleanly, but it does not replace a generator. Plug the server and switch into it; otherwise the server stays on but is unreachable.
Tower models from the store (price from asloitech.com on 06/11/2026, subject to availability):
| Model | Capacity | Price excl. VAT |
|---|---|---|
| EA265 Pro | 650 VA / 390 W | 10,500 DA HT |
| EA285 Pro | 850 VA / 510 W, AVR | 13,500 DA excl. VAT |
| EA2120P | 1200 VA / 720 W | 16,000 DA excl. VAT |
| EA2100 Pro | 1000 VA / 600 W | 19,500 DA excl. VAT |
The most expensive model on this list is not the most powerful: compare the “Capacity” column before choosing. The appropriate power depends on the chosen server, and runtime in minutes depends on the load: we calculate it from the technical sheet of the selected server.
Before commissioning: four checks
- Restoration. Restore a backup on a test workstation or server and verify that the data opens.
- Power outage. Disconnect the UPS from mains: the server and switch must remain powered long enough for a clean shutdown.
- No internet. Cut internet access: according to the vendor, local use should continue.
- Accounts. Each user has a named account and the role that matches their position.
Change server later
The software vendor plans migration to a new server on a reinstall quote. Take a full backup and test restoration before unplugging the old one. For data from an older software, see the migration to Santymed.
Frequently asked questions
What to do if the server fails?
Workstations can no longer access the database. A replacement server and the latest backup are needed: the vendor states restoration is possible. The newer the backup, the less you have to re-enter data.
Is one UPS sufficient?
It depends on what you plug in: server, switch, critical workstations. Add the power ratings and compare them to the UPS capacity.
Which backup frequency to choose?
It is configurable. Choose it based on what you are willing to re-enter after an incident; the vendor does not publish a recommended frequency.
To size server, network and UPS, describe your facility on the clinic management software page. AsloTech is a Santymed deployment partner: we install the whole system, then provide maintenance and monitoring. Total cost: price of Santymed.