Network Video Recorders (NVRs)
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Hikvision
SKU: DS-7616NI-Q2/16P-4TB
Hikvision DS-7616NI-Q2/16P-4TB 16-Channel 4K NVR 4TB
16-channel 4K NVR with 4TB storage and integrated 16-port PoE
- 12MP simultaneous recording on all 16 channels at 30 fps
- H.265+ compression reduces storage needs by ~50% vs. H.264
- Dual SATA bays support up to 8TB per drive for extended retention
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Hikvision
SKU: DS-7732NI-M4/24P
Hikvision DS-7732NI-M4/24P 32-Channel 8K NVR with Integrated PoE
32-channel 8K NVR with 24 integrated PoE ports for large-scale surveillance
- 24 PoE++ ports deliver 95W each, powering 32 cameras without external switch
- 320 Mbps bandwidth supports mixed 4K/8K streams with H.265+ codec efficiency
- 32-channel decode at 1080p with two-way audio to 8 IP speakers included
In stock · Ships same business day$2,064.00 $1,396.99 Save $667.01 -
Hikvision
SKU: EKI-K82T46
Hikvision EKI-K82T46 8MP Turret IP Camera Kit with 8-Channel NVR
6-camera 8MP turret kit with 8-channel NVR for outdoor perimeter security
- 8MP resolution (3840 × 2160) with F2.0 aperture and 98° FOV for identification-grade detail
- Six IP67-rated turret cameras powered by PoE Class 3, fixed 2.8mm lens eliminates mechanical wear
- 8-channel NVR with H.265 compression reduces storage footprint while supporting multiple codec streams
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ACTi
SKU: LNVR3001-013
ACTi 13CH NVR 3.X S/W INR series MNR series - LNVR3001-013
- Unlocks 13-channel simultaneous recording on ACTi INR and MNR series NVRs.
- Compatible with ACTi NVR 3.X software branch; verify firmware before deployment.
- Software-only activation via web UI — no hardware installation or cabling required.
$1,560.00 $1,048.99 Save $511.01 -
ACTi
SKU: LNVR-3001-00018
ACTi 18CH NVR 3.X S/W upgrade package - LNVR-3001-00018
- Extends 18-channel LNVR hardware life by migrating to the 3.X software platform.
- License-only delivery eliminates hardware swap, reducing fleet refresh cost and downtime.
- Firmware push completes in 10–15 minutes per unit via network, enabling staged rollouts.
$1,628.99 $1,452.99 Save $176.00 -
ACTi
SKU: ENR-130
ACTi ENR-130 16-Channel 2-Bay Desktop Standalone NVR 48Mbps
- Records up to 16 IP cameras at 48 Mbps aggregate; supports H.265 multi-stream workloads.
- ONVIF-compliant input accepts any conformant camera, eliminating vendor lock-in on optics.
- Dual 3.5" SATA bays enable capacity expansion or redundancy without external storage hardware.
$1,444.00 $1,067.99 Save $376.01 -
ACTi
SKU: ENR-140
ACTi ENR-140 16-Channel 4-Bay Desktop Standalone NVR 48Mbps
- Records up to 16 IP cameras simultaneously at 48Mbps aggregate throughput.
- Four SATA 3.5-inch bays accept standard surveillance drives for flexible capacity.
- ONVIF Profile S/G support enables integration with third-party camera brands.
$924.00 $808.99 Save $115.01 -
ACTi
SKU: INR-450
ACTi INR-450 200-Channel 12-Bay RAID NVR
- Centralizes 200 IP cameras into a single rackmount appliance, eliminating fragmented storage.
- 12-bay hot-swap RAID storage scales retention capacity without taking the unit offline.
- ONVIF Profile S/T/G support integrates cameras from Axis, Hikvision, Dahua, and others.
$17,658.00 $14,245.99 Save $3,412.01 -
ACTi
SKU: LNVR3001-00019
ACTi LNVR3001-00019 Network Video Recorder
- Activates 19-channel NVR functionality within ACTi VMS for mid-scale deployments.
- Software license enables multi-channel ingestion, storage coordination, and playback.
- Deploy via license key in ACTi VMS console—no physical appliance required.
$1,719.99 $1,532.99 Save $187.00 -
ACTi
SKU: LCMS2000-00016
ACTi Manage unlimited NVR servers 16 channel - LCMS2000-00016
- Unlocks 16 concurrent recording channels across unlimited NVR server instances.
- Software entitlement binds to existing ACTi LCMS2000 infrastructure—no hardware swap required.
- Aggregate licenses across multi-server nodes to scale capacity without replacing recorders.
$640.00 $430.99 Save $209.01 -
ACTi
SKU: LNVR3002-00001
ACTi NVR 3 Standard No. of Add-On Channels - LNVR3002-00001
- Adds up to 48 camera channels to an existing ACTi NVR 3 Standard system.
- Software-only license activates in minutes with no recorder restart required.
- Exclusive to NVR 3 Standard; verify base system compatibility before purchase.
$46.00 $31.99 Save $14.01 -
ACTi
SKU: LNVR3002-00005
ACTi NVR 3 Standard. 1-48 No. of add-on - LNVR3002-00005
- Adds 1–48 camera channels to an existing NVR 3 Standard without swapping hardware.
- Pure software entitlement activates via the NVR 3 Standard management interface—no wiring.
- Perpetual license stacks with current entitlements; uses appliance serial for activation.
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ACTi
SKU: LNVR3001-00008
ACTi NVR 3.X S/W upgrade package fo r 8CH - LNVR3001-00008
- Software upgrade pack expanding ACTi NVR 3.X to 8-channel capacity
- License-only product - no physical hardware ships with this SKU
- Drops onto existing ACTi NVR 3.X recorder platforms
$723.99 $645.99 Save $78.00 -
ACTi
SKU: LNVR3001-00016
ACTi NVR 3.X S/W upgrade package for 16CH - LNVR3001-00016
- Software upgrade pack expanding ACTi NVR 3.X to 16-channel capacity
- License-only product - no physical hardware ships with this SKU
- Drops onto existing ACTi NVR 3.X recorder platforms
$1,920.00 $1,290.99 Save $629.01 -
ACTi
SKU: CONFIG-PHDD-001
ACTi Service configure a NVR with PHDDs. - CONFIG-PHDD-001
- Factory-provisioned PHDDs eliminate on-site RAID setup and reduce commissioning errors.
- NVR arrives pre-staged for immediate recording — no IT staff required for storage config.
- Designed for deployments where drives are sourced separately from the NVR chassis.
$252.00 $151.99 Save $100.01 -
ACTi
SKU: ZNR-127
ACTi ZNR-127 16-Channel Mini Standalone NVR
- Supports up to 16 ONVIF-compliant IP cameras at 64 Mbps aggregate throughput.
- Dual HDMI and VGA outputs let you connect modern or legacy monitors on-site.
- Single-bay SATA storage and compact form factor simplify space-constrained installs.
$1,022.00 $755.99 Save $266.01
Network Video Recorders (NVRs)
Network Video Recorders (NVRs) provide centralized recording and management for IP surveillance systems. Select an NVR based on camera count, resolution requirements, retention targets, and long-term storage scalability to ensure reliable commercial deployments.
Plan Your Deployment
- Camera count and resolution requirements
- Retention period and storage capacity planning
- Throughput and recording bandwidth limits
- RAID configuration and redundancy strategy
- Remote access and VMS integration needs
Network Video Recorders (NVRs) — Engineering-Grade Video Recording & Storage for Commercial Deployments
This category covers 988 working models of network video recorders (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 | 20MP+, 8MP, 12MP, 2MP, 5MP, 4MP, 16MP, 6MP |
| IP Rating | IP66, IP67 |
| Connectivity | Wired, Wi-Fi |
| Power | PoE, PoE+, AC/DC, PoE++, Battery |
| Channels | 16, 32, 8, 64, 4, 12, 24, 28 |
| 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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