Hikvision DS-96256NI-H24R

The Hikvision DS-96256NI-H24R is a 256-channel 8K Super NVR in a 4U chassis, designed for ultra-large scale IP surveillance systems. It offers massive input capacity, high decoding performance, very high network throughput, flexible display outputs, RAID with hot spare storage, and support for special camera types like ANPR, people counting, and fisheye — suitable for mission-critical enterprise, city surveillance, or infrastructure installations.

Key Features

• 256-Channel Support: Can connect up to 256 IP cameras.
• High Bandwidth: Up to 1.25?Gbps incoming and outgoing bandwidth.
• Decoding Capability: Up to 48 channels decoded at 1080p.
• Special Camera Support: Compatible with people counting, ANPR, fisheye cameras.
• Reliable Storage: 24 SATA hot-plug bays + 1 eSATA; RAID 0,1,5,6,10 with N+1 hot spare support.
• Flexible Video Outputs: Multiple HDMI, DisplayPort (DP), VGA outputs; up to 4K on HDMI, up to 8K on DP outputs.
• Robust Build & Power: Redundant power supply; consumption =?75 W (without HDDs).

Specifications

• IP Video Inputs: 256 channels.
• Incoming / Outgoing Bandwidth: 1280 Mbps.
• Decoding Format: H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264.
• Recording Resolutions Supported: 32 MP, 24 MP, 16 MP, 12 MP, 8 MP, 4 MP, 1080p, etc.
• Synchronous Playback: 16 channels.
• Decoding Capability Examples: 3 channels @ 32 MP, 3 channels @ 24 MP, 6 @ 16 MP, 12 @ 8 MP, 24 @ 4 MP, 48 @ 2 MP.
• Video Outputs: HDMI 1 & 2 (up to 4K), DisplayPort (up to 8K), VGA (up to 1080p).
• Audio: 1-channel output, 1-channel two-way audio.
• Network Interfaces: 4 × RJ-45, self-adaptive 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps.
• Alarm & Auxiliary I/O: 16 alarm inputs / 8 outputs; RS-485 & RS-232; USB front & rear.
• Storage Interfaces: 24 SATA hot-plug; 1 eSATA; each HDD up to 20 TB.
• General Power & Environment: Power supply: 100–240 VAC, redundant; Power consumption =?75 W (without HDDs); Operating temp: 0–50?°C; Humidity: 10–90?%; 4U chassis 447 × 489 × 173 mm; weight =?25 kg (without HDDs).

The DS-96256NI-H24R is engineered for environments where extremely high camera counts and throughput are essential. With RAID/hot spare support, strong decoding, and flexible outputs, it is well suited for large control centres, city-wide surveillance, and transport hubs.