Hanwha WRN-1632-8TB 2U WAVE NVR

Hanwha WRN-1632-8TB Overview

The Hanwha WRN-1632-8TB is an Intel-based, 2U edge WAVE NVR designed for enterprise-scale surveillance deployments requiring high-capacity local recording and intelligent video management. This model combines professional-grade performance with Wisenet WAVE ecosystem integration, delivering 250 Mbps recording throughput and support for up to 32 IP camera channels. Pre-installed with Wisenet WAVE software and four Professional licenses, the WRN-1632-8TB is ready for immediate deployment in data centers, facilities, and hybrid cloud surveillance environments where reliable, on-premise video archival and AI-driven metadata extraction are critical.

Hanwha WRN-1632-8TB Key Features

• 32-Channel Support with 250 Mbps Recording Throughput — Manages simultaneous streams from up to 32 IP cameras at 250 Mbps aggregate recording bandwidth, suitable for medium-to-large multi-site or high-resolution deployments.
• Pre-Installed Wisenet WAVE Platform — Ships with WAVE client, mobile, and Cloud Sync support already configured, plus four Professional licenses included for immediate operational deployment without licensing delays.
• Advanced Compression Standards — Supports H.265, H.264, and MJPEG compression formats, enabling efficient storage utilization and flexible encoding negotiation across mixed-camera environments.
• AI Metadata Support — Native integration with AI metadata streams for intelligent analytics, object detection, and forensic search capabilities within the WAVE ecosystem.
• Up to 40TB Internal Storage Capacity — Four fixed SATA HDD slots accept drives up to 10TB each, providing flexible retention policies and long-term archival without external storage dependencies.
• 8TB Raw Storage Standard Configuration — Ships pre-configured with 8TB capacity; scalable via HDD upgrade to maximum 40TB for extended retention periods.
• Dual 1 Gbps Ethernet Interfaces — Dedicated WAN and LAN RJ-45 ports (1Gbps each) ensure network segregation, bandwidth management, and high-availability deployment options.
• HDMI and DisplayPort Outputs — Dual monitor connectivity (1x HDMI, 1x DP) for local configuration, live monitoring, and forensic playback without requiring separate decoder appliances.
• Embedded Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Operating System — Runs proven, long-term-support Linux kernel with standard security patch cadence and enterprise system stability.
• Wisestream Technology Integration — Optimizes bandwidth consumption and storage efficiency through intelligent codec selection and adaptive bitrate streaming.
• Rack-Mount 2U Form Factor — Designed for standard 19-inch server racks; includes rack mount brackets and USB mouse for quick physical deployment and console access.
• Quad-Core Intel Processor with 8GB DDR4 RAM — Dedicated CPU and system memory handle parallel decoding, analytics processing, and concurrent client connections without performance degradation.

Hanwha WRN-1632-8TB Integration & Compatibility

The WRN-1632-8TB integrates natively with Hanwha's Wisenet WAVE VMS platform via Wave client software, mobile applications, and Cloud Sync for hybrid and cloud-extended deployments. Supports ONVIF-compliant IP cameras from third-party manufacturers, enabling flexible multi-brand camera ecosystems. Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports (WAN/LAN configuration) support both primary recording networks and remote management connectivity, critical for distributed surveillance architectures. HDMI and DisplayPort outputs enable direct local monitoring and configuration without requiring separate network decoders, reducing system complexity and cost. Front USB 2.0 and rear USB 3.0 ports provide flexible backup, firmware updates, and forensic data export options for security and compliance workflows.

Hanwha WRN-1632-8TB Package Contents

• WRN-1632-8TB Network Video Recorder unit
• USB mouse
• Rack mount brackets