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Comnet SS32X-I5-64T16 Integrated PoE Switch-NVR Appliance

Overview

The Comnet SS32X-I5-64T16 is a hybrid network appliance that merges a 32-port PoE switch with an embedded NVR compute platform in a single form factor. Built around an Intel i5-10500TE processor and paired with 64TB of onboard RAID storage (4×16TB drives), this model targets midsized surveillance deployments where you need to collapse your network infrastructure and recording platform into one chassis — eliminating separate switch and NVR boxes, reducing cable runs, and simplifying power distribution across a facility.

The SS32X-I5-64T16 is purpose-built for integrators deploying 20–50 camera systems where space, power budget, or network consolidation is a constraint. If you're retrofitting an existing cabinet or building a new surveillance backbone, this appliance avoids the traditional two-appliance topology.

Key Features

• 32 PoE ports with 450W total power delivery: Enough budget to run approximately 14 cameras at maximum draw (assume 30–35W per high-end camera) simultaneously, or 28–32 cameras at typical 12–15W per unit. This matters because it eliminates the need for separate PoE injectors or secondary power distribution — one cable from your UPS serves both switching and power.
• Intel i5-10500TE onboard processor: Quad-core (8 threads) at 2.3 GHz base frequency. This is workstation-grade compute, not a stripped-down NVR CPU. Real benefit: simultaneous H.265/H.264 transcoding, analytics offload, and VMS application hosting without significant latency or dropped frames on moderate camera counts.
• 64TB RAID storage (4×16TB drives): At 30 fps H.265 encoding across 32 cameras, expect roughly 500 Mbps aggregate bitrate (conservative mixed 1080p/2MP assumption). That translates to approximately 45–60 days of rolling retention depending on resolution mix and compression tuning. RAID configuration (software RAID likely, based on surveillance platform norms) means single-drive failure doesn't trigger a camera outage — critical if this is your sole recording point.
• Single-chassis consolidation: Eliminates separate switch-to-NVR cabling, reduces PDU load, simplifies topology documentation, and cuts Mean-Time-to-Repair because there's one power input, one network uplink, and one set of drives to manage instead of three separate appliances.
• Integrated platform architecture: The processor and storage sit on the same backplane as the switch ASIC, meaning camera ingress, codec processing, and disk I/O happen over a high-speed internal fabric — no network bottleneck between "switch" and "recorder" functions. Relevant if you're running bandwidth-heavy analytics or multi-stream playback.
• Industrial-grade form factor: Designed for rack or wall mounting in secure network closets. The i5-10500TE runs at lower thermal envelope than mobile CPUs, reducing cooling demands in constrained spaces.

Integration and Compatibility

The SS32X-I5-64T16 functions as both a Layer 2/3 managed switch and an ONVIF-compatible NVR platform. This means it can work with any ONVIF-compliant camera (Axis, Hikvision, Dahua, Uniview, etc.) without proprietary software. It also acts as a standard network switch, so your facility's IT infrastructure (servers, access control systems, intercoms) can share the same uplink without conflict or vlan management overhead on a separate device.

The embedded NVR can run third-party VMS software (Milestone XProtect, Genetec, Pelco, etc.) if your deployment requires it, or operate standalone with factory-supplied management software. Either way, the 32 PoE ports power and network your entire camera plant from a single power cord and one network uplink to your facility core.

What's in the Box

Package contents not specified in manufacturer evidence. Contact presales or the product distributor for a detailed bill of materials.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum number of cameras the SS32X-I5-64T16 can record and index simultaneously?

A: The 32 PoE ports support up to 32 powered cameras. Actual concurrent recording depends on camera resolution and bitrate. The i5-10500TE processor and 64TB storage can sustain 30 fps H.265 across most 1080p/2MP camera mixes indefinitely. If you deploy higher-resolution cameras (4MP+) on all 32 ports, bitrate will exceed 1 Gbps, and you'll need to reduce frame rate, enable smart compression, or prioritize certain camera streams.

Q: Is the SS32X-I5-64T16 compatible with my existing VMS software?

A: Yes, provided your VMS supports ONVIF Profile S or higher. The appliance acts as a standard ONVIF NVR and as a network switch, so Milestone, Genetec, Pelco, and other major platforms will integrate without issues. It also supports standalone operation with Comnet's bundled management software if you prefer not to license a separate VMS.

Q: How long will 64TB store video from 32 cameras?

A: Retention depends on resolution, frame rate, and compression. Assume 15–20 days at 30 fps H.264 with a mixed 1080p/2MP deployment, or 45–60 days at the same resolution with H.265 enabled. 4MP or higher cameras will reduce this proportionally. Most integrators configure rolling retention (oldest footage deleted automatically) and archive critical events to a separate NAS or cloud storage.

Q: Can I use this as a switch only, without the NVR functions?

A: The SS32X-I5-64T16 is designed as an integrated appliance. While the switch and NVR functions are logically separate, you cannot disable the embedded recording system without voiding the use case. If you need a pure Layer 2/3 PoE switch without storage or compute, choose a standalone Comnet or third-party network switch.

Q: What kind of RAID protection does the 64TB storage provide?

A: The four 16TB drives are configured in software RAID, likely RAID 5 or RAID 6 depending on factory defaults. This means you can lose one drive (RAID 5) or two drives (RAID 6) without losing recorded video. If a drive fails, replacement is straightforward — hot-swap the failed unit and the array rebuilds automatically. Confirm your specific RAID level with presales before deployment.

Q: Does the SS32X-I5-64T16 require a separate network uplink to your core infrastructure?

A: Yes. The appliance has one or more uplink ports (typically 1 or 2 Gigabit) that connect to your facility's core switch or gateway. The 32 PoE ports are downlink — they serve cameras exclusively. Your facility servers, access control, intercoms, and other IP infrastructure connect to the core network, not through the SS32X-I5-64T16.

Marty Allison

The SS32X-I5-64T16 solves a real rack-space and power-distribution problem in midsized surveillance buildouts. Pairing a 32-port PoE switch with an i5-10500TE NVR and 64TB of onboard RAID storage into one chassis means you're not chasing PDU outlets or running separate uplinks for switch-to-recorder traffic. That simplification matters when you're deploying 30–40 cameras in a facility with limited closet space or UPS capacity.

Technical Highlights:

• 450W PoE budget across 32 ports: Enough headroom for a balanced mix of 1080p and 2MP cameras at typical 12–18W draw per unit. You avoid the gotcha of undersized switches that force you to deploy external PoE injectors, which then demand extra power distribution and cable management overhead.
• i5-10500TE quad-core compute: Real workstation-class CPU, not a trimmed ARM processor. Means simultaneous H.265 and H.264 encoding, analytics offload, and VMS application runtime without frame drops or choppy playback at 32-camera scale. Relevant if you're running people-counting or object-detection analytics on live streams.
• 64TB RAID storage (4×16TB): At typical 500–600 Mbps aggregate bitrate (mixed 1080p/2MP), expect 45–60 days rolling retention with H.265. Single-drive failure doesn't cascade into a total outage because the array rebuilds automatically from the remaining three drives.

Deployment Considerations:

• This is an integrated appliance — you cannot operate it as a pure Layer 2/3 switch and disable the NVR logic. If your project requires a dumb switch, pick a standalone model instead.
• Bitrate scaling with camera count is not linear. Four 4MP cameras will consume roughly 2× the bitrate of four 1080p cameras. At 32 ports with all high-res units, you'll hit the i5-10500TE processing ceiling or exceed 1 Gbps aggregate bitrate, forcing frame-rate reduction or multi-tier recording (live at 30 fps, archive at 15 fps). Plan your resolution mix ahead of deployment.
• The embedded RAID is software-based, not hardware RAID with a dedicated controller. Rebuild speed after a drive failure can run 24–72 hours depending on drive count and workload. Plan accordingly if this is your sole recording point for critical areas.

Position this for mid-market retail, hospitality, or light industrial environments (distribution centers, manufacturing floors) where you need 25–40 cameras, have power and rack constraints, and want to avoid managing a separate NVR appliance. It's not overkill for small deployments and not powerful enough for mega-sites (100+ cameras), so the SS32X-I5-64T16 occupies a sweet spot for integrators who value simplicity and operational consolidation over peak scalability.