Hanwha WRT-P-5204L 36TB WAVE Network Video Recorder

The Hanwha WRT-P-5204L is an enterprise-grade mini-tower network video recorder purpose-built for mid-to-large scale surveillance deployments. Running Wisenet WAVE video management software on Ubuntu Linux 22.04 LTS, this system delivers 470 Mbps recording throughput with up to 36TB of raw storage capacity. Powered by 14th Generation Intel Core i5 processor and 16GB DDR4 memory, the WRT-P-5204L supports up to 64 simultaneous video channels, making it ideal for single-site deployments or as an expansion node within existing Wisenet WAVE infrastructure.

Key Features

High-capacity storage and recording bandwidth: Supports up to 36TB raw storage across 3 × 3.5" SATA HDD bays paired with 470 Mbps recording throughput, enabling extended retention and multi-stream simultaneous recording at scale

Included Wisenet WAVE Professional licenses: Ships with 4 × Wisenet WAVE Professional licenses pre-installed, reducing setup time and licensing complexity for rapid deployment

Dual Gigabit network interfaces: Dual GbE NICs (1 on-board, 1 PCIe) enable redundant or load-balanced network connectivity for reliable ingestion from distributed camera networks

Dedicated OS and data storage separation: 256GB M.2 SSD OS drive isolated from 3.5" data drive bays, maintaining system stability and performance isolation

Comprehensive connectivity: 2 × DisplayPort with HDMI adapters, 9 USB ports across multiple generations (USB 3.2 Gen 2, Gen 2 Type-C, Gen 2x2 Type-C, and USB 2.0), plus integrated 3.5mm audio I/O

Enterprise-grade power and thermal management: 80 Plus Platinum 550W power supply with 500W maximum consumption; operates reliably from 10°C to 35°C

Technical Specifications

Processor: 14th Gen Intel Core i5

Memory: 16GB DDR4

OS: Ubuntu Linux 22.04 LTS

Storage: 256GB M.2 SSD (OS) + up to 36TB HDD (data)

Recording Throughput: 470 Mbps

Max Channels: 64

Form Factor: Mini-tower with 3 drive bays

Connectivity: Dual Gigabit Ethernet, multiple USB and audio ports

Power Supply: 80 Plus Platinum, 550W rated

Operating Temperature Range: 10°C to 35°C

Applications

Ideal for retail chains, transportation hubs, industrial facilities, educational campuses, and municipal surveillance networks requiring high-throughput recording with extended storage retention. The compact mini-tower design fits standard server rack environments or floor placement, while dual network interfaces support both redundancy and load-balancing architectures.

Ted Perry

Perspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.

The WRT-P-5204L represents a balanced approach to enterprise video recording, prioritizing throughput and capacity over raw processing power. The 14th Gen Intel Core i5 with 16GB DDR4 handles 470 Mbps sustained recording efficiently, while the 3-bay 3.5" SATA configuration accommodates up to 36TB of storage at commodity HDD costs. The inclusion of 4 Wisenet WAVE Professional licenses eliminates per-channel licensing friction for mid-sized deployments.

Dual Gigabit Ethernet (one on-board, one PCIe) provides practical network redundancy without requiring expensive management switches. The 256GB M.2 SSD OS isolation is a critical design choice, preventing storage I/O contention from degrading system responsiveness. Power efficiency (80 Plus Platinum, 500W max consumption) and broad USB/audio support make this system flexible for integration into mixed-vendor environments.

Suitable for organizations standardizing on Wisenet WAVE seeking a scalable, field-proven recording appliance.