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Axis
SKU: 0267-004
Axis 291 1U High-Density Video Server Rack - 0267-004
1U rack NVR for up to 3 Axis encoders in standard server racks
- Holds 3 Axis video encoders in 1U form factor for high-density IP migration
- Hot-swappable encoder slots allow maintenance without shutting down the system
- DC power supply with optional redundant module for continuous 24/7 operation
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SKU: RX9502
Vivotek RX9502 32-Channel Embedded Video Server
32-channel embedded NVR with 20MP support and H.265 compression
- Decode 4K video on 3 channels at 90 fps or Full HD on 12 channels at 360 fps
- 32 simultaneous cameras with flexible multi-layout display and no frame dropping
- H.265, H.264, and MJPEG codecs with hardware acceleration and 192 Mbps remote throughput
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Axis
SKU: 03237-001
Axis S1224 24-Channel Rack Recording Server - 03237-001
24-channel 1U rack server with Windows IoT and pre-loaded licenses
- 24 simultaneous video channels with AXIS Camera Station Pro included
- 1U rack-mount form factor fits standard 19-inch server racks
- TPM with FIPS 140-2 Level 2 certification for encrypted recording
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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: 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: 02543-001
Axis S1296 192TB Rack Recording Server - 02543-001
192TB rack NVR for large-scale IP camera networks with H.265+
- 192TB storage with RAID 6 protection and 12 included HDDs for continuous recording
- Supports 150 validated camera channels at up to 1500 Mbit/s bitrate
- 2U rack-mounted form factor with redundant AC/DC power and Windows 10 IoT OS
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Axis
SKU: 02542-001
Axis S1296 96-Channel 4K Rack Recording Server - 02542-001
96-channel 4K rack server for large-scale surveillance with H.265
- Records 96 simultaneous 4K (8MP) streams with H.265 compression
- 96TB storage across 6 SATA bays, supports up to 16TB per drive
- 2U rack mount with Windows 10 IoT, ready to deploy out of box
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Geovision
SKU: 55-650EX-160
Geovision 55-650EX-160 Composite Video Input Adapter Card
- Accepts composite video input to integrate legacy analog cameras into Geovision platforms.
- Fits designated expansion slots on compatible Geovision DVR and capture hardware.
- Enables mixed-environment deployments combining older composite sources with modern systems.
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Geovision
SKU: 55-800EX-080
Geovision 55-800EX-080 GV-800 Express D-Type 8 Card
- Adds 8 analog video inputs to GV-800 Express recorders without a second DVR unit.
- Installs directly into the GV-800 Express backplane — no external cabling required.
- Stack multiple cards to scale channel count incrementally within a single appliance.
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Geovision
SKU: 55-800EX-160
Geovision 55-800EX-160 GV-800 Express 16-Card System
16-card expansion module for GV-800 Express mid-to-large surveillance
- Expands GV-800 Express capacity with 16 additional capture card slots for large deployments.
- ONVIF Profile S/T/G compliance ensures broad IP camera and VMS interoperability.
- 3-year warranty provides long-term coverage for mission-critical surveillance infrastructure.
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Geovision
SKU: 55-G600B-160
Geovision 55-G600B-160 GV600 16 Channel DVI PCI Card
- Captures simultaneous video from 16 camera sources via a single PCI card.
- DVI interface supports hybrid analog-to-digital bridge devices for legacy camera integration.
- Native GV600 driver support on Windows Server 2008 R2 and later requires no added licensing.
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Geovision
SKU: 55-G900A-080
Geovision 55-G900A-080 GV900 8-Channel DVI Card
- Captures eight simultaneous analog video streams via a single PCIe slot installation.
- Onboard H.264/MJPEG compression reduces storage load and extends HDD retention windows.
- Supports 24/7 continuous recording at NTSC 30 fps or PAL 25 fps per channel.
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Geovision
SKU: 55-IOCRD-310
Geovision 55-IOCRD-310 GV-NET Video Input Adapter
- Bridges legacy analog cameras into Geovision GV-NET IP systems without replacing hardware.
- GV-NET protocol compatibility enables plug-and-play deployment with minimal configuration.
- Preserves existing analog camera investments while migrating to modern NVR infrastructure.
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Geovision
SKU: 55-LPRPT-004
Geovision 55-LPRPT-004 4-Channel LPR License Plate Recognition
4-channel LPR module for multi-lane traffic with single PoE power
- Processes LPR across 4 independent lanes simultaneously without external hardware.
- Single 802.3af PoE input (13W max) eliminates separate power runs at each deployment point.
- ONVIF compliance enables direct integration with standard VMS platforms for centralized alerts.
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Geovision
SKU: 56-RG040-000
Geovision 56-RG040-000 Recording Server 40-Channel
- Handles 40 simultaneous camera streams, scaling mid-to-large perimeter deployments.
- DVR-NVR hybrid architecture supports analog migration and native IP integration in parallel.
- Multi-codec support (H.264, MJPEG, GeoVision) reduces third-party camera integration friction.
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Video Recording Servers
Video recording servers provide high-performance, scalable recording infrastructure for enterprise surveillance deployments. Designed for multi-site environments and advanced VMS platforms, these systems support higher camera counts, throughput demands, and flexible storage architecture.
Plan Your Deployment
- Camera count, resolution, and total throughput requirements
- VMS compatibility and licensing model
- Storage architecture (local, NAS, SAN, hybrid)
- Redundancy and failover strategy
- Virtualization and multi-site deployment planning
Video Recording Servers — Engineering-Grade Video Recording & Storage for Commercial Deployments
This category covers 25 working models of video recording servers 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+ |
| Connectivity | Wired |
| Power | AC/DC |
| Channels | 128, 24 |
| Storage | microSD, HDD, SSD |
| Type | NVR, Hard Disk Drive, Camera, DVR-NVR |
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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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