Hikvision 256CH NVR DS-96256NI-I24/H

The Hikvision DS-96256NI-I24/H is a robust 256-channel network video recorder (NVR) designed for large-scale video surveillance systems. With the capability to stream and record up to 256 cameras at resolutions up to 12MP, this NVR offers superior performance for demanding environments. It comes equipped with 24 SATA ports, each supporting an HDD of up to 10TB, allowing for a massive storage capacity of up to 240TB (HDDs sold separately).

Optimized for recording and playback, this NVR supports H.265, H.265+, H.264+, H.264, MPEG-4, and MJPEG video compression formats to reduce bandwidth and storage requirements while maintaining excellent video quality. With up to 768 Mb/s incoming and outgoing bandwidth, the DS-96256NI-I24/H ensures smooth performance even with many high-resolution cameras. Additionally, it provides versatile storage options via external devices like USB, eSATA, network servers, and PCs through an internet connection.

This model has advanced features, including simultaneous playback of up to 16 channels at 4K resolution via one VGA and two independent HDMI outputs. It also includes bidirectional audio support through RCA connectors and multiple alarm and control interfaces for comprehensive security management.

Key Features:

• 256 Camera Connections: Stream and record video from up to 256 IP cameras simultaneously.
• 12MP High-Resolution Recording: Supports recording resolutions up to 12MP, ensuring superior image clarity.
• Massive Storage Capacity: Up to 240TB storage across 24 SATA ports (each supporting HDDs up to 10TB, sold separately).
• Optimized Compression: H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264, MPEG-4, and MJPEG compression to reduce storage and bandwidth usage.
• High Bandwidth Support: 768 Mb/s incoming and outgoing bandwidth for smooth operation in large-scale systems.
• Multiple Display Outputs: One VGA and two independent HDMI outputs support up to 16-channel playback at 4K resolution (4096 x 2160).
• Audio and Alarm Interface: Bidirectional audio via RCA connectors, with 16 alarm inputs and 8 alarm outputs for enhanced security.
• External Storage Options: Supports external storage via USB devices, eSATA, network servers, and PCs.
• ONVIF Compliance: Compatible with ONVIF Version 2.5, ensuring interoperability with third-party IP cameras.
• Control Interfaces: RS-485 and RS-232 serial interfaces for expanded control and integration.

Video & Audio Input

• IP video input 64-ch 128-ch 256-ch
• Incoming/outgoing bandwidth 512 Mbps/512 Mbps 576 Mbps/512 Mbps 768 Mbps/768 Mbps
• Incoming/outgoing bandwidth (RAID mode) 512 Mbps/400 Mbps 576 Mbps/512 Mbps 768 Mbps/768 Mbps
• Protocol HIKVISION, ACTi, ARECONT, AXIS, BOSCH, BRICKCOM, CANON, HUNT, ONVIF (Version 2.5), PANASONIC, PELCO, RTSP, SAMSUNG, SONY, VIVOTEK, ZAVIO

Video & Audio output

• HDMI output: Two independent HDMI outputs of 4K resolution. Resolution: 4K (4096 × 2160), 4K (3840 × 2160)/30Hz, 2K (2560 × 1440)/60Hz, 1080p (1920 × 1080)/60Hz, UXGA (1600 × 1200)/60Hz, SXGA (1280 × 1024)/60Hz, 720p (1280 × 720)/60Hz, XGA (1024 × 768)/60Hz
• VGA output 1-ch. Resolution: 1080p (1920 × 1080)/60Hz, UXGA (1600 × 1200)/60Hz, SXGA (1280 × 1024)/60Hz, 720p (1280 × 720)/60Hz, XGA (1024 × 768)/60Hz
• LCD output (optional) One 7-inch LCD
• Audio output 1-ch. RCA (2.0 Vp-p, 1 KΩ)

Video & Audio decoding

• Decoding format H.265, H.265+, H.264, H.264+,MPEG4, MJPEG (for Hikvision IP camera only)
• Video resolution 12 MP/8 MP/7 MP/6 MP/5 MP/4 MP/3 MP/1080p/UXGA/720p/VGA/4CIF/DCIF/2CIF/CIF/QCIF
• Synchronous playback: Up to 16 channels
• Capability 20-ch@1080p

HDD

• Interface 16 SATA interfaces supporting hot-plug
• Capacity Up to 10 TB for each HDD
• Storage extension 1 × eSATA interface, 2 × mini SAS interface (optional)

RAID

• RAID Type RAID0, RAID1, RAID5, RAID 6, and RAID10

Network management

• Protocol IPv6, HTTPS, UPnP, SNMP, NTP, SADP, SMTP, NFS, iSCSI, PPPoE, DDNS
• Network interface 4, RJ45 10M/100M/1000M self-adaptive Ethernet interface

External interface

• Two-way audio input 1-ch, RCA (2.0 Vp-p, 1 KΩ)
• Serial port 1 RS-485, Keyboard
• USB interface Front Panel: 2 × USB 2.0; Rear Panel: 2 × USB 3.0
• Alarm input/output 16/8
• Extension board (optional) One extension board is supported with four 10M/100M/1000M optical interfaces (1.25 Gbps SFP module), eight RS-485 interfaces, and an alarm interface of 32 alarm inputs and 16 alarm outputs.

General

• Power supply 100 to 240 VAC, 550W
• Fan Redundant dual ball bearing fan; Speed adjustable; Hot-plug
• Consumption (without HDD) ≤ 140W
• Working temperature 0 °C to + 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)
• Working humidity 10% to 90%
• Chassis 3U
• Dimension (W × D × H) 442 × 494 × 146 mm (17.4 × 19.4 × 5.7 inch)
• Weight (without HDD) ≤ 16 kg (35.3 lb)