Hanwha WRN-1632-40TB 32-Channel 2U Rackmount NVR

Hanwha WRN-1632-40TB 32-Channel 2U Rackmount NVR

The Hanwha WRN-1632-40TB is an Intel-based 2U WAVE NVR engineered for mid-to-large security deployments requiring high-capacity internal storage and scalable channel density. Supporting up to 32 IP camera channels with 40TB of raw internal SATA storage and 250 Mbps recording throughput, this rackmount NVR delivers reliable, continuous video capture for complex facility environments. Built for data center or secure facility installations, the WRN-1632-40TB integrates seamlessly into WAVE ecosystem deployments while supporting AI metadata processing for advanced forensic and analytical capabilities.

Key Features

• 32-Channel Capacity — Supports up to 32 simultaneous IP camera streams, ideal for large-scale surveillance in multi-zone facilities and complex deployments
• 40TB Internal Storage — Four fixed internal SATA HDDs (max 10TB per drive) provide robust, redundant on-board storage without reliance on external NAS systems
• 250 Mbps Recording Throughput — Sustained bandwidth ensures stable multi-stream ingestion from all connected cameras without bottlenecks or frame drops
• H.265/H.264/MJPEG Codec Support — Flexible video compression enables efficient storage utilization and broad compatibility with diverse camera manufacturer standards
• AI Metadata Support — Processes and records metadata from AI-enabled cameras, enabling advanced search, intelligent alerts, and forensic review without separate analytics appliances
• Dual Gigabit Ethernet — Redundant network interfaces provide failover capability and load-balancing for mission-critical installations
• 2U Rackmount Form Factor — Compact rack-optimized design simplifies data center integration and reduces facility footprint

Technical Specifications

Recording & Storage: 250 Mbps throughput, 40TB raw SATA capacity, H.265/H.264/MJPEG codec support. Network: Dual Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. Deployment: Intel-based architecture, indoor data center or secure facility rated. Channels: Up to 32 IP cameras. Form Factor: 2U rackmount.

Ideal Applications

• Enterprise data centers and server rooms requiring continuous monitoring
• Multi-site corporate facilities with centralized video management
• Healthcare campuses, educational institutions, and government facilities
• Transportation hubs and critical infrastructure requiring high-capacity recording
• Facilities leveraging AI-enabled cameras for behavioral analytics and forensic search

Karl Wilson

The WRN-1632-40TB addresses a critical market gap for organizations requiring high-density, high-capacity recording without the complexity of distributed NAS architecture. Its 40TB on-board storage and 250 Mbps throughput balance scalability with reliability—sufficient for 32 Full HD streams or mixed resolution deployments common in enterprise environments. H.265 codec support reduces storage overhead by 40–50% compared to H.264, extending retention windows for the same hardware footprint.

Native AI metadata ingestion eliminates the need for separate analytics servers, reducing total cost of ownership. The dual Gigabit design and Intel-based architecture ensure operational stability in 24/7 data center deployments. This unit is best suited for organizations with established WAVE ecosystem investments seeking to consolidate recording infrastructure.