Hikvision DS-96128NI-M8/R

The Hikvision DS-96128NI-M8/R is a high-capacity Ultra Series 2U network video recorder designed for large-scale IP surveillance deployments. Capable of handling up to 128 IP cameras, it offers powerful decoding, flexible storage including RAID, dual-video output options, and robust network throughput—ideal for mission-critical residential, commercial, or industrial video monitoring systems.

Key Features

• Massive Channel Support: Supports up to 128 IP camera inputs.
• High Bandwidth Capacity: 400 Mbps incoming and 400 Mbps outgoing bandwidth to ensure smooth video flow.
• Advanced Decoding & Output: Multiple HDMI and VGA outputs with support up to 8K (on HDMI1) and dual 4K resolution options.
• Diverse Storage Options: SATA & eSATA support, multiple RAID levels (0,1,5,6,10, N+M hot spare) for data protection.
• Special Camera Compatibility: Supports specialized cameras such as ANPR (number plate recognition), fisheye, and people-counting cameras.
• Redundancy & Reliability: Redundant power supply and robust build for mission-critical uptime.
• Flexible Network & Protocol Support: ONVIF v2.5, IPv4/IPv6, RTSP, HTTPS, SNMP and other protocols for integration and remote access.

Specifications

• IP Video Inputs: Up to 128 channels
• Decoding Format: H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264
• Recording Resolutions: Supports up to 32 MP / 24 MP / 12 MP / 8 MP / 4 MP etc.
• Video Outputs: HDMI1 (up to 8K30), HDMI2 (4K60/30 etc.), VGA outputs
• Storage Interfaces: 8 × SATA, 1 × eSATA; each disk up to 16 TB
• Auxiliary Interfaces: RS-485, RS-232 serial; USB (front and rear); alarm in/out; 12 V controllable alarm output
• Power Supply: 100-240 VAC, redundant power modules
• Power Consumption: = 50 W (without HDDs)
• Operating Temperature: -10 °C to 55 °C
• Dimensions: 445 × 540 × 93 mm (W × D × H), 2U rack-mount chassis
• Weight: = 10 kg without hard drives
• Certifications: CE, FCC, EN standards compliance

The DS-96128NI-M8/R is ideal for large-scale surveillance needs where high camera count, reliability, and flexible output configurations are essential. With its RAID storage, strong decoding capabilities, and redundant power supply, it ensures data integrity and uninterrupted monitoring for demanding environments.