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Description

02810-004 Axis S2224 Mk II Camera Station Rack Appliance

The Axis S2224 Mk II is a comprehensive 24-channel video management solution engineered for large-scale surveillance deployments across manufacturing facilities, commercial buildings, enterprise campuses, and government installations. This rack-mounted appliance consolidates 24 Axis Camera Station Pro licenses, a managed 24-port PoE switch, and 12TB of pre-configured storage into a single integrated platform, eliminating complex multi-component integration and accelerating deployment timelines.

Key Features

  • 24-channel capacity with integrated Axis Camera Station Pro licensing
  • Managed 24-port PoE switch with dedicated uplink port for network expansion
  • 12TB onboard storage with dual empty drive bays for expansion
  • RAID support (0, 1, 5, 10) for configurable redundancy and data protection
  • Smart Search 2 analytics for rapid event investigation and forensic review
  • FIPS 140-2 Level 2 certified TPM with encrypted recordings and secure boot
  • Compact rack-mount form factor for data center and server room deployment

Technical Highlights

Built on enterprise-grade hardware, the S2224 Mk II delivers robust processing power for 24 concurrent video streams with intelligent analytics capabilities. The integrated PoE switch supplies up to 24 ports of power and connectivity, supporting standard Axis IP cameras without external power infrastructure. Storage expansion via two empty drive bays enables capacity scaling from 12TB to 24TB or beyond, while RAID configurations (including RAID 5 and 10) provide fault tolerance critical for 24/7 surveillance operations in compliance-sensitive environments.

Smart Search 2 accelerates investigation workflows by enabling metadata-based video searches across the entire 24-channel archive, reducing review time from hours to minutes. The secure boot mechanism and FIPS 140-2 Level 2 TPM ensure that firmware integrity is validated at every startup, protecting against unauthorized code execution and data exfiltration.

Security & Compliance

The appliance meets stringent cybersecurity mandates including NDAA FY19 and FY2023 requirements, making it suitable for federal, state, and local government deployments. TAA compliance ensures supply chain transparency for regulated procurement. Encrypted recordings and secure cryptographic storage prevent unauthorized access to video archives. Complete Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) documentation supports third-party security audits and vulnerability assessments.

Applications

  • Government facilities and defense installations
  • Manufacturing and industrial plants
  • Enterprise data centers and server rooms
  • Large commercial office complexes
  • Healthcare and regulated industry surveillance
  • Critical infrastructure monitoring
Ted Perry
Ted Perry
Perspective based on aggregated IPSD and affiliated engineering team experience.

The S2224 Mk II represents a significant efficiency gain for integrators managing medium-to-large camera deployments. By consolidating software licensing, switching, storage, and compute into a single appliance, this system reduces point-of-failure surfaces and simplifies lifecycle management. The pre-configured RAID support and dual drive bays provide flexibility for balancing performance (RAID 0) against redundancy (RAID 5/10) based on operational risk tolerance.

Smart Search 2 delivers tangible ROI by dramatically reducing investigation labor, particularly valuable in high-incident environments. For compliance-driven sectors, the FIPS 140-2 certification and SBOM transparency eliminate extensive pre-deployment security reviews. The dedicated uplink port enables seamless integration with larger Axis S30 recorder ecosystems without external switching hardware, making this appliance an ideal anchor point for phased surveillance expansion strategies.

Specifications
Max Channels: 24
Drive Bays: 2
Storage Capacity: 12TB
Cybersecurity: FIPS 140-2 Level 2, Secure Boot, Encrypted
Form Factor: Rack-mount
PoE Budget: 24
Ports: 24
Connectivity: PoE switch with uplink port
Analytics: Smart Search 2
RAID Support: 0/1/5/10
Housing Color: White
Warranty: 5-Year
Form Factor: Rack Mount
AXIS Camera Station Pro Licenses Included: 24
AXIS Audio Manager Pro Licenses Included: 10
Total HDD Bays: 4
Free HDD Bays: 2
HDDs Included: 2
Supported RAID Level: 0, 1, 10
Default RAID Level: Not configured
PoE Total Output Power: 260
Power Over Ethernet Plus: 24
Validated Video Channels: 24
Validated Recording Bitrate (mbit/s: 384
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024
System Scalability: Qualified for up to 24 video channels and 48 doors simultaneously with a total recording rate up to 384 Mbps. Can be scaled with more devices when using AXIS S30 Recorder Series. Qualified for 200 simultaneous audio streams using AXIS Audio Manager P
Processor: Intel Core i3
Memory: 16 GB DDR5 (2x 8 GB)
Factory RAID Level: Not configured
Supported RAID Levels: 0, 1, 10
Switch: 24 ports integrated, 260 W total power budget Power over Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3at Class 4
Graphics Card: Intel® UHD Graphics
Typical Power Consumption: 110 W
Maximum Power Consumption: 130 W
Connectors: Front side: 2x USB 3.2 1x Universal audio jack Rear side Switch: 24x PoE RJ45 1 Gbps 1x SFP 1 Gbps 1x RJ45 1 Gbps Rear side Server: 1x RJ45 1 Gbps 2x USB 2.0 2x HDMI 2.1
Product Markings: UL/cUL, BIS, CE, KC, VCCI, RCM, BSMI, FCC, NOM
Supply Chain: TAA compliant
Australia/New Zealand: RCM AS/NZS CISPR 32 Class A
EMC Canada: ICES(A)/NMB(A)
EMC Japan: VCCI Class A
EMC Korea: KS C 9835, KS C 9832 Class A
EMC USA: FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A
EMC Taiwan: CNS 15936
Safety: CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1 ed. 3, IEC/EN/UL 62368-1 ed. 3, RCM AS/NZS 62368. 1:2018, IS 13252
Operating Conditions Humidity: 10–90% RH (non-condensing)
Dimensions: 476 x 440 x 45 mm (18.7 x 17.3 x 1.8 in), 1U chassis
Weight: 11 kg (24.3 lb)
Included Accessories: Rack rails, power cord
Optional Accessories: Surveillance Hard Drive 6 TB available from Axis Surveillance Hard Drive 4 TB available from Axis Axis desktop terminals Axis Ethernet surge protector For more accessories, see axis.com
Export Control: This product is subject to export control regulations, and you should always comply with all applicable national and international export or re-export control regulations.
SBOM (software Bill Of Materials: SBOM is a detailed list of all software components included in an Axis product, including third-party libraries and license information. This list provides customers with insight into the product’s
PoE Channels: 24
Licenses: 24 AXIS Camera Station Pro
TPM Certification: FIPS 140-2 Level 2
Shipping Weight: 32.410 lb
Country Of Origin: TW
UNSPSC: 52161516
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