Network Video Recorders (NVRs)
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ACTi
SKU: ZNR-221P
ACTi ZNR-221P 16-Channel 2-Bay Desktop NVR
- Onboard 802.3af PoE across 16 ports eliminates external injectors or mid-span devices.
- 160 Mbps throughput supports concurrent live monitoring and playback on all 16 channels.
- 2-bay design accepts 3.5" or 2.5" drives, letting you scale storage without swapping units.
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ACTi
SKU: ZNR-224
ACTi ZNR-224 32-Channel 2-Bay Rackmount NVR
- Handles 32 simultaneous camera streams at 192 Mbps without bottlenecking storage writes.
- Onboard DLPU runs object detection and behavioral analytics locally, eliminating server offload.
- ONVIF Profile S/T support and dual HDMI/VGA outputs integrate with existing VMS and displays.
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ACTi
SKU: ZNR-423
ACTi ZNR-423 32-Channel 4-Bay Rackmount NVR
- Records 32 channels simultaneously at 160 Mbps without transcoding bottlenecks.
- Four empty drive bays let you size storage to your exact retention and bitrate needs.
- ONVIF compatibility enables plug-and-play integration with ACTi, Axis, Hikvision, and more.
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ACTi
SKU: ZNR-425
ACTi ZNR-425 32-Channel Rackmount NVR
- Handles 32 simultaneous IP camera streams at 160 Mbps without frame loss.
- 2U rackmount form factor slots into standard 19-inch racks alongside existing IT gear.
- Four-bay 3.5-inch SATA/SAS storage supports high-capacity drives for extended retention.
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Axis
SKU: 03428-004
Axis S1216 Tower Mk II 8TB Recording Server - 03428-004
8TB tower server with 16 Camera Station Pro licenses and FIPS 140-2 security
- Tower recording server with 8TB pre-installed storage
- 16 AXIS Camera Station Pro licenses bundled in
- FIPS 140-2 Level 2 TPM, Secure Boot, encrypted drives
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SKU: 03334-001
Axis S1228 AI-Optimized Recording Server - 03334-001
AI-optimized server with 28 licenses, 12TB storage, 28 channels
- 28 Camera Station Pro licenses preloaded for immediate deployment
- 12TB onboard storage handles extended retention across 28 video channels
- AI-driven Smart Search and natural language analytics accelerate investigations
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SKU: 02537-001
Axis S1232 16TB Network Video Recorder - 02537-001
16TB rack-mount NVR with pre-installed Axis Camera Station software
- 16TB fixed storage handles weeks of 4–6MP multi-camera recording at 30fps
- Supports Axis IP cameras and ONVIF third-party devices out of the box
- 1U rack-mount form factor with Gigabit Ethernet and expandable storage
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SKU: 02538-001
Axis S1232 32TB Network Video Recorder - 02538-001
32TB rack NVR with H.264/H.265 for large-scale IP camera deployments
- 32TB onboard storage handles weeks of 24/7 recording from 16–32 cameras
- 1U form factor fits standard server racks; AC or DC power input
- Axis Camera Station pre-installed; ready to add cameras out of the box
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Axis
SKU: 02536-004
Axis S1232 Tower 32TB NVR Server - 02536-004
32TB tower NVR for AXIS Camera Station deployments
- 32TB integrated storage supports continuous and event-triggered recording
- Tower form factor fits standard server rooms and network operations centers
- microSD expansion slot for flexible capacity scaling and edge backup
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Axis
SKU: 02541-001
Axis S1264 144TB Rack Recording Server - 02541-001
144TB rack server with 64 camera licenses for enterprise surveillance
- 144TB storage with RAID redundancy supports up to 64 connected cameras
- Includes 64 Axis Camera Station Pro licenses preloaded and ready to use
- Dual redundant power supplies and SSD boot drive for 24/7 reliability
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Axis
SKU: 02539-001
Axis S1264 24TB Rack Recording Server - 02539-001
24TB rack server for 64-camera surveillance networks
- 24TB storage with RAID flexibility and redundant power supplies
- Preloaded AXIS Camera Station Pro with 64 device licenses included
- Dedicated SSD for OS, secure boot, and Windows compatibility
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Axis
SKU: 02540-001
Axis S1264 96-Channel NVR Rack Server - 02540-001
96-channel 64TB rack NVR for large-scale IP camera deployments
- Records 96 simultaneous camera streams with 64TB onboard storage
- H.265 and H.264 compression; supports Axis and ONVIF third-party cameras
- 2U rack mount with Axis Camera Station software pre-installed and ready
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SKU: 02807-004
Axis S2208 Mk II 8-Channel PoE Recording Server - 02807-004
8-channel PoE NVR with 4TB storage and fanless silent design
- 8-channel recording server with built-in PoE+ switch
- 135W PoE budget powers 8 cameras and door controllers
- 4TB pre-installed surveillance-class storage on board
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SKU: 02809-004
Axis S2216 Mk II 8TB Rack-Mount NVR - 02809-004
16-channel PoE rack NVR with 8TB storage and integrated switch
- 1U rack NVR + 16-port PoE switch in one chassis
- 8TB pre-installed storage for 16 cameras over PoE
- 16 AXIS Camera Station Pro licenses included
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SKU: 02810-004
Axis S2224 Mk II 24-Channel Camera Station Rack - 02810-004
24-channel rack appliance with integrated PoE switch and 12TB storage
- 24 concurrent video streams with Axis Camera Station Pro licensing included
- Managed 24-port PoE switch eliminates separate network infrastructure
- 12TB onboard + 2 expansion bays scale to 24TB; RAID 0/1/5/10 redundancy
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SKU: 02766-004
Axis S3008 Mk II 8TB Network Video Recorder - 02766-004
8TB compact NVR with integrated 8-port PoE switch for small facilities
- 8TB NVR with built-in 8-port PoE Class 3 switch
- Eliminates a separate PoE switch in the rack
- TPM 2.0 (CC EAL4+) + FIPS 140-2 Level 2 security
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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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Build a Complete System
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