Hanwha PRN-3200B4 32-Channel 8K NVR 96TB
The Hanwha PRN-3200B4 is an enterprise-grade 32-channel 8K NVR designed for large-scale surveillance deployments requiring massive storage capacity, high-resolution recording, and flexible codec support. With 96 TB total raw capacity and 400 Mbps recording bandwidth, this Intel-based system delivers the performance and reliability demanded by telecom facilities, government installations, and mission-critical security operations.
Key Features
- 32-channel network camera input supporting 32 MP resolution
- 400 Mbps recording bandwidth in normal RAID mode
- Multi-codec support: H.265, H.264, MJPEG, and WiseStream technologies
- Up to 16 internal SATA HDDs with maximum 96 TB raw storage capacity
- RAID 5 and RAID 6 protection with Automatic Recovery Backup (ARB)
- Dual HDMI outputs: 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz) and Full HD (1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz)
- Web UI 2.0 with plugin-free remote access for 4 simultaneous users
- Up to 36 multi-screen display divisions on primary HDMI output
Technical Specifications
Recording & Storage: The PRN-3200B4 handles dual-stream recording across all 32 channels with support for both scheduled and event-driven modes. WiseStream technology optimizes bandwidth utilization without sacrificing video quality. During RAID degrade or rebuild operations, the system maintains 320 Mbps recording bandwidth, ensuring continuous protection. Storage flexibility ranges from CIF to 32 MP resolution per camera, accommodating mixed-resolution deployments.
Display & Playback: Dual display configuration enables simultaneous local monitoring on two independent outputs. The primary HDMI supports 4K resolution with advanced layout options, while the secondary HDMI provides Full HD monitoring. Playback capacity reaches 64 Mbps across all 32 channels simultaneously, enabling rapid incident review and forensic investigation. Dynamic layout and virtual channel view features simplify multi-camera monitoring workflows.
Reliability & Performance: Enterprise RAID configurations protect against drive failure with automatic recovery protocols. The system supports up to 10 TB per drive, enabling efficient capacity scaling with minimal device footprint. Intel-based architecture ensures stable operation in 24/7 continuous recording environments.
Applications
- Large-scale enterprise and government surveillance networks
- Telecom facility and critical infrastructure protection
- Multi-site deployments requiring centralized high-capacity recording
- Environments requiring extensive forensic video retention
- Integration with existing H.265/H.264 camera ecosystems
Ted PerryPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
The PRN-3200B4 positions itself in the premium enterprise NVR segment where storage density and codec flexibility are non-negotiable. The 96 TB capacity significantly reduces replacement cycles in large deployments, directly lowering total cost of ownership. WiseStream multi-codec optimization allows gradual camera upgrades without forcing wholesale system replacement—critical for organizations with distributed infrastructure.
RAID 5/6 with ARB addresses the real-world challenge of drive failures in 24/7 environments; the maintained 320 Mbps during degraded operation ensures no loss of recording capability during maintenance windows. The dual-display architecture with 4K primary output and Full HD secondary is particularly valuable for NOC deployments where operators monitor different alert priorities simultaneously. However, the 4-user concurrent access limit (1 local, 3 remote) may constrain very large organizations; this should be evaluated against deployment scale.
For security teams managing 32+ cameras across mission-critical facilities, this system delivers the redundancy, capacity, and performance required for compliance-heavy environments.
