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Description

Geovision GV-NVR-827 VMS Cube Hotswap I7 4-Bay

Overview

The Geovision GV-NVR-827 is a network video recorder appliance purpose-built for integrators and facility teams running distributed IP surveillance across mid-to-large sites. The system pairs an Intel Core i7 processor with a 4-bay hot-swappable drive enclosure, enabling field storage replacement without system shutdown—a critical advantage when you need to expand retention or swap failed drives during business hours. The GV-NVR-827 records and manages up to 32 IP camera channels natively, with multi-codec support (H.265, H.264, MJPEG) and edge analytics including people counting. ONVIF compatibility ensures you're not locked into Geovision cameras alone; third-party IP devices integrate cleanly. The cube form factor suits network operations centers, server rooms, or facility control racks where space is tight and reliability is non-negotiable.

Compatibility

The GV-NVR-827 integrates with any ONVIF-compliant IP camera or security device—Geovision native devices, as well as major vendor lines (Axis, Hikvision, Hanwha, Bosch, Dahua, and others) that publish ONVIF profiles. The system supports third-party IP devices via license addition, scaling to 32 channels per license tier. Backend integrations include POS/ATM systems, access control platforms, and license plate recognition (LPR) software, making it suitable for loss-prevention, entrance-control, and mixed-function security deployments. VMS-level compatibility spans ONVIF Profile S and T for standard camera management and recording control.

Installation Notes

The GV-NVR-827 requires standard AC power and network Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. The 4-bay hot-swap architecture accepts 3.5-inch SATA drives; no tools or power-down needed to swap or expand capacity. System operates on TCP/IP, so network isolation and firewall rules apply. GPU decoding support is available on the system for optimized playback performance on 7th generation Kaby Lake platforms and newer, reducing CPU load during multi-stream playback and analytics processing.

Specifications
Form Factor: VMS Cube
Compatibility: Yes
Storage Capacity: 4-bay
VMS Compatibility: Geovision UVS
Cable Category: DVR-NVR
Product Type: DVR-NVR
Weight: 17 lb
Dimensions: 15.25 x 15.75 x 11.25 in
Distributor SKU: 827-NCI74B-032
Type: VMS Cube Hotswap I7 4-Bay
Housing Color: White
Warranty: 3-Year Warranty
resolution: 12 MP
ir_lowlight: IR
compression: H.265; H.264; MJPEG
onvif: Yes
audio: Audio input
analytics: People Counting
mount_type: Rack
Audio: Audio input 32 channels
Video_Codec: MJPEG, MPEG4, H.264, H.265
Memory: 4 GB Dual Channels
Compatible With: mid-to-large-scale
Compression: H.265; H.264; MJPEG; MPEG4
Form_Factor: VMS Cube
Storage: 4-bay hot-swappable SATA
VMS_Compatibility: ONVIF Profile S/T
Brand: Geovision
MPN: GV-NVR-827
Connectivity: Ethernet
NDAA Compliant: Yes
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Geovision GV-NVR UVS VMS Cube Hotswap I7 4-Bay - GV-NVR-827

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