i-PRO NVR-DT-18TB Network Video Recorder
Overview
The i-PRO NVR-DT-18TB is an 18TB dedicated network video recorder built for medium to large surveillance deployments where centralized storage, forensic-grade capture, and extended retention matter. This unit solves the core NVR problem: how to store and manage high-resolution video from multiple i-PRO or compatible IP cameras without burning your IT budget on redundant servers or complex distributed architectures. The NVR-DT-18TB runs Windows 10, which simplifies administration for IT teams already managing Windows infrastructure and avoids the steep learning curve of proprietary appliance OSes.
Compatibility
The NVR-DT-18TB accepts video streams from any ONVIF-compliant IP camera—including i-PRO's own camera lines—via standard RJ-45 Ethernet or PoE+ connections. It supports cameras delivering 5MP resolution at H.264 compression, the industry baseline for retention-heavy deployments where storage per megabyte matters. The unit integrates with existing Windows domain infrastructure through SAM (database management) functionality, enabling centralized user authentication, event logging, and archive searches without a separate management appliance. If your cameras already speak ONVIF or connect natively to Windows-based VMS software, this recorder plugs into that workflow without adapter layers.
Installation Notes
The NVR-DT-18TB supports three mounting configurations—wall, pole, and rack—so it fits control-room racks, wall-mounted in network closets, or outdoor pole-mounted in harsh environments where local storage prevents transmission bottlenecks. PoE+ (802.3at) input simplifies power delivery from compatible switches or injectors; ensure your switch has sufficient PoE budget if running many cameras through a single unit. Windows 10 requires standard network connectivity, UPS consideration for fault tolerance, and regular OS patching—budget for IT maintenance as you would any Windows server. The 18TB capacity supports extended retention; calculate frame rate, resolution, and compression ratio against your storage policy before final deployment to confirm the unit meets your retention window (24/7 recording at 5MP across multiple channels consumes storage rapidly).
What's in the Box
No package contents specified in manufacturer evidence. Contact the equipment supplier for exact included accessories (power cable, mounting brackets, documentation, etc.).
