Hanwha WRN-816S Overview
The Hanwha WRN-816S is a 1U rackmount WAVE PoE+ Network Video Recorder built on Intel architecture, delivering enterprise-class recording throughput and integrated power delivery for medium-to-large IP camera deployments. Designed for indoor installation environments, this edge-based NVR supports up to 16 camera channels with native Wisenet WAVE client, mobile app, and Cloud Sync compatibility, making it suitable for distributed surveillance architectures, integrator-deployed systems, and facilities requiring flexible storage expansion.
Hanwha WRN-816S Key Features
- 16-Channel IP Camera Support — Accommodates up to 16 networked cameras with full concurrent recording and playback capability across all channels.
- Integrated 8-Port PoE/PoE+ Power Delivery — Eight PoE/PoE+ RJ-45 ports with 100W total PoE budget simplify camera installation and reduce auxiliary power infrastructure; each port supports IEEE 802.3at PoE+ standard (30W per port capable).
- 150 Mbps Recording Throughput — Handles high-bitrate H.265, H.264, and MJPEG streams simultaneously across all 16 channels without performance bottlenecks.
- Dual GbE Network Interfaces — Two 1 Gbps Ethernet ports for LAN and WAN connectivity; supports redundant network paths and bandwidth separation between recording and management traffic.
- Flexible Internal Storage Architecture — Two SATA HDD slots supporting drives up to 10TB each (20TB maximum total); pre-configured with 4TB RAW capacity in this unit; field-upgradeable for cost-effective capacity expansion.
- Dual Display Outputs for Configuration and Monitoring — One HDMI and one DisplayPort connection enable local configuration, live view, and playback without external display infrastructure.
- Embedded Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Operating System — Runs Wisenet WAVE on hardened Linux platform with 8GB DDR4 RAM and 32GB eMMC OS storage; eliminates Windows licensing and reduces attack surface.
- AI Metadata and Wisestream Support — Supports AI-generated metadata (behavioral analytics, object detection) and Wisestream intelligent compression for optimized storage utilization.
- Multi-Codec Recording — Records in H.265, H.264, and MJPEG simultaneously; allows per-channel codec selection and bitrate optimization for mixed-vendor camera environments.
- Professional License Included — Ships with 4 Wisenet WAVE Professional licenses; additional licenses sold separately to unlock advanced analytics and multi-user features.
- Rackmount Deployment Ready — 1U form factor (370 × 50.7 × 320 mm); includes universal rack mount brackets and USB mouse for rapid deployment in server and network closets.
- Low Power Consumption — Draws only 170W from standard AC input (100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz), minimizing data center cooling and UPS requirements compared to PC-based NVR solutions.
Hanwha WRN-816S Integration & Compatibility
The WRN-816S operates as a native Wisenet WAVE edge appliance, supporting Hanwha's distributed VMS ecosystem via Wave client software (Windows/Linux), mobile applications (iOS/Android), and Cloud Sync for remote office and headquarters access. Connectivity includes eight dedicated PoE ports (camera trunk), two standard GbE ports (management/backup), four USB ports (2× USB 2.0 front, 2× USB 3.0 rear) for external storage and mouse peripherals, and audio output for speaker monitoring. The recorder supports up to 16 concurrent IP camera channels from any ONVIF-compliant vendor, though Hanwha cameras unlock full AI metadata and Wisestream optimization features. No third-party VMS gateway is required; the WRN-816S functions as a standalone edge NVR or integrates into larger Wisenet Wave deployments with centralized user and event management.
Hanwha WRN-816S Package Contents
- WRN-816S 1U PoE+ NVR unit (pre-loaded with 4TB RAW storage)
- USB mouse for local configuration
- Rackmount brackets (for 19-inch standard rack installation)
