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i-PRO
SKU: NVR-SFL-1-8TB-V7
I-Pro Sfl-1 1X 6C/12T Cpu 16GB Ram Windows 11 - NVR-Sfl-1-8TB-V7
- VI Enterprise Server pre-installed and activated — deploy out of the box, no licensing delay.
- 8TB enterprise HDD plus M.2 OS SSD supports 150–250 Mbps multi-camera recording workload.
- TPM 2.0 and on-board HDD encryption meet enterprise security requirements without added hardware.
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i-PRO
SKU: NVR-SFL-1-20TB-V7
I-Pro Sfl-1 1X Xeon 6C/12T Cpu 16GB Ram - NVR-Sfl-1-20TB-V7
- Ships preloaded with VideoInsight VI Server—no VMS licensing setup required on arrival.
- 20TB usable storage on an enterprise HDD supports mid-scale deployments at 150–250 Mbps.
- TPM 2.0 and 802.1X-capable networking meet enterprise cybersecurity baseline requirements.
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i-PRO
SKU: NVR-DTL-1-16TB-V7
I-Pro Stl-2 1X Xeon 4C/8T Cpu 32GB Ram - NVR-Dtl-1-16TB-V7
- Ships pre-loaded with VideoInsight VI Server on Windows 11 Pro—no setup required.
- 16TB enterprise HDD with TPM 2.0 full-disk encryption protects stored footage at rest.
- ONVIF-compliant integration supports mixed-manufacturer IP camera environments over 1 Gbps.
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i-PRO
SKU: NVR-DTL-1-48TB-V7
I-Pro Stl-2 1X Xeon 4C/8T Cpu 32GB Ram - NVR-Dtl-1-48TB-V7
- Ships pre-configured with Windows 11 Pro and VideoInsight VI Server activated for fast deployment.
- Dual 1Gbps BASE-T ports support 150–250 Mbps mixed camera recording throughput per connection.
- TPM 2.0 and on-board encryption with up to 48TB HDD plus M.2 SSD OS drive in a tower chassis.
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i-PRO
SKU: NVR-DTL-1-64TB-V7
I-Pro Stl-2 1X Xeon 4C/8T Cpu 32GB Ram - NVR-Dtl-1-64TB-V7
- Handles 150–250 Mbps recording throughput for mid-to-large camera deployments.
- 64TB usable storage with TPM 2.0 encryption ships pre-configured and plug-and-play.
- Accepts any ONVIF-compliant H.265/H.264/MJPEG camera via dual 1GbE interfaces.
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i-PRO
SKU: WJ-NX200/6000T3
i-PRO WJ-NX200/6000T3 9-Channel 6TB NVR
- Dual 3TB drives in RAID 1 deliver 6TB protected storage for 9-channel 24/7 recording.
- H.265 compression reduces storage consumption ~40–50% compared to H.264 across all channels.
- ONVIF compliance enables mixed-vendor camera integration without proprietary lock-in.
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i-PRO
SKU: WJ-NX400/27000T3
i-PRO WJ-NX400/27000T3 64-Channel 27TB NVR
- Records 64 channels at 4K/60 fps with 27TB pre-installed storage for long retention.
- H.265 compression cuts bitrate 40–60%, reducing bandwidth load on existing infrastructure.
- 32 alarm inputs and ONVIF Profile S support simplify integration with third-party cameras.
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i-PRO
SKU: WJ-NX400/3000T3
i-PRO WJ-NX400/3000T3 64-Channel 3TB NVR
- Records 64 IP cameras simultaneously with H.265 compression, cutting storage overhead vs. H.264.
- Ships with 3TB installed; scales to 324TB max with RAID 0/1/5/6/10 redundancy options.
- ONVIF Profile S compliance enables brand-agnostic camera integration without proprietary gateways.
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i-PRO
SKU: NVR-T-1-MWS-V2
I-pro WT1-B Single Intel 9TH GEN HEX Core CPU - NVR-T-1-MWS-V2
- 9th Gen Intel Hex Core module upgrades WT1-B processing without replacing the chassis.
- Resolves CPU ceiling issues under concurrent playback, analytics, and export workloads.
- Field-replaceable, tool-friendly install — no cabling or factory reset required.
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Speco Technologies
SKU: D16DSAUDCBL
Speco D16DSAUDCBL 16-Channel DVR Audio Cable
Direct-replacement audio cable for Speco 16-channel DVR systems
- Compatible with DS, HS, NS, and NSP series DVR platforms
- Plug-and-play installation with audio input connectors
- White housing designed for standard DVR security installations
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Speco Technologies
SKU: D16VN
Speco D16VN 16-Channel 4K TVI DVR
16-channel 4K TVI DVR with TAA/NDAA compliance for federal security
- 16 simultaneous 4K (3840×2160) channels with full-frame recording across all inputs
- TVI technology eliminates need for network infrastructure upgrades on existing systems
- TAA-compliant and NDAA-certified for government procurement and supply chain requirements
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Speco Technologies
SKU: D16VN10TB
Speco D16VN10TB 16-Channel 4K TVI DVR 10TB
16-channel 4K TVI DVR with 10TB storage, no IP network needed
- Records 16 channels simultaneously at 4K resolution (3840×2160) from analog TVI cameras
- 10TB internal HDD handles extended recording across all 16 channels without manual expansion
- TAA and NDAA compliant for government and critical infrastructure deployments
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Speco Technologies
SKU: D16VN4TB
Speco D16VN4TB 16-Channel 4K TVI DVR 4TB
16-channel 4K TVI DVR with 4TB storage for government-compliant surveillance
- 16-channel hybrid DVR records 4K TVI video from multiple input types simultaneously
- 4TB internal storage installed and ready for deployment without additional drives
- TAA and NDAA compliant for federal, state, and defense facility procurement
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Speco Technologies
SKU: D16VN6TB
Speco D16VN6TB 16-Channel 4K TVI DVR 6TB
16-channel 4K TVI DVR with 6TB storage and hybrid IP support
- 16 channels at 4K (8MP) with H.265 compression for extended recording
- 6TB internal hard drive supports continuous monitoring without external storage
- Hybrid TVI + IP camera inputs for mixed analog and network deployments
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Speco Technologies
SKU: D16VN8TB
Speco D16VN8TB 16-Channel 4K TVI DVR 8TB
16-channel 4K TVI DVR with 8TB storage for federal compliance sites
- All 16 channels record and play back simultaneously in 4K resolution
- 8TB internal drive with H.265/H.264 dual codec for extended retention
- TAA and NDAA compliant for government and critical infrastructure use
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Speco Technologies
SKU: D16VX10TB
Speco D16VX10TB 16-Channel TVI DVR 10TB
16-channel TVI DVR with 10TB storage for commercial surveillance
- 16-channel TurboHD (higher MP) TVI input for modern camera systems
- 10TB internal hard drive supports weeks of continuous recording
- Professional DVR platform built for commercial and industrial sites
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Desktop NVRs
Compact desktop NVR appliances for small to mid-size camera systems. Built-in PoE ports, pre-installed surveillance-grade drives, and embedded recording firmware deliver plug-and-play deployment for retail, branch office, and small commercial installations.
Plan Your Deployment
- Match channel count to current camera total plus 20-30% expansion headroom
- Verify built-in PoE port count and per-port wattage for your camera power requirements
- Calculate required HDD capacity from bitrate, camera count, and retention period
- Confirm VMS firmware compatibility with deployed camera brands and ONVIF profiles
- Evaluate HDMI output for local monitoring without a dedicated workstation
Desktop NVRs — Engineering-Grade Video Recording & Storage for Commercial Deployments
This category covers 356 working models of desktop nvrs sourced manufacturer-direct or through channel-direct US distribution. Build the rest of your system around the architectural choices below — compatibility, environmental rating, and lifecycle decisions made here propagate through every downstream component you specify.
What to Look For
Channel count and supported resolution define the recorder's ceiling. A 16-channel NVR rated for 8MP per channel is a different product from a 16-channel rated for 2MP — the latter throttles your future camera upgrades. Read the per-channel and aggregate bitrate ceilings (often expressed in Mbps incoming/outgoing). A safe rule: target an NVR with at least 50% headroom on bitrate, and channel count one step above current need.
Storage architecture matters as much as raw capacity. Surveillance-grade drives (WD Purple, Seagate SkyHawk) are tuned for 24/7 write loads and a small concurrent read count; desktop drives fail in months under the same workload. RAID levels affect both fault tolerance and write performance — RAID 5 for general retention with one drive of redundancy, RAID 6 or 10 for larger arrays where two-drive failure isn't recoverable in RAID 5.
VMS choice locks you into a vendor ecosystem more than any camera decision will. Genetec, Milestone, Hanwha Wisenet WAVE, Avigilon, and Axis Camera Station differ on per-camera licensing cost, third-party integrations (access control, video analytics, identity), and analyst workflow. Demo the operator interface with the people who will actually use it before committing — analyst frustration drives more replacements than technical limits.
Plan for off-site or redundant storage. Single-site recorders fail or get stolen. Cloud-archive licensing, NAS replication, and multi-site federation become important the moment a chain customer asks for centralized investigation tools. Recorders that bury cloud-archive in a per-camera SaaS bundle drive long-term costs much higher than a one-time NAS expansion.
Key Specs in This Category
| Spec | Available Options |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 8MP, 20MP+, 12MP, 5MP, 2MP, 4MP |
| IP Rating | IP66, IP67 |
| Connectivity | Wired, Wi-Fi |
| Power | PoE, PoE+, AC/DC, PoE++, Battery |
| Channels | 16, 8, 4, 12 |
| Storage | microSD, HDD |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many drives can fit in a typical NVR?
Compact desktop NVRs hold 1-2 drives — typically capping around 16TB usable. Mid-size rack-mount NVRs hold 4-8 drives, often 32-64TB usable in RAID 5/6. Enterprise NVRs and dedicated storage servers scale to 16+ drives with hot-swap and JBOD expansion. Match drive count to your retention math; running out of drive bays mid-project means a recorder replacement, not just a drive add.
Should I use surveillance-grade or enterprise drives?
Surveillance-grade drives (WD Purple, Seagate SkyHawk) are correct for most NVRs — they're tuned for many concurrent write streams from cameras with low read count. Enterprise drives (WD Gold, Seagate IronWolf Pro, Exos) are appropriate for high-channel-count systems with many concurrent investigator clients reading recorded video. Avoid desktop drives entirely; they're rated for 8x5 light duty and fail quickly in 24/7 NVR loads.
What's the difference between an NVR and a hybrid recorder?
An NVR records exclusively from IP cameras over Ethernet. A hybrid (or tribrid) recorder accepts both IP cameras and legacy analog/HD-over-coax cameras on dedicated BNC inputs, useful for migrations where you can't replace coax runs immediately. Hybrid units cost more per channel and add complexity; if you're starting fresh or fully replacing analog, a pure NVR is simpler and almost always cheaper per usable channel.
Can I expand storage on an existing NVR?
Most rack NVRs and storage servers accept storage expansion via empty drive bays, eSATA/SAS JBOD shelves, or iSCSI targets. Desktop NVRs with only 1-2 bays generally do not. Before buying, check the recorder's supported expansion architecture and the maximum raw and usable capacity — many sub-$2,000 NVRs cap below the 24TB threshold most projects need within three years.
Do I need a dedicated VMS workstation?
For a few cameras and one or two simultaneous operators, the NVR's built-in client interface is enough. For 32+ cameras, multiple investigator seats, video walls, or wall-of-monitors operations, a dedicated workstation (or thin client) running the VMS client is standard. The workstation needs adequate GPU decode capacity for the simultaneous stream count — H.265 decode acceleration is essential at scale.
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