AXIS S4000 Rack Recorder 8 TB – 1U Rackmount NVR with 4 Drive Bays, RAID Support, and Pre-installed Axis Camera Station

High-capacity network video recorder engineered for reliable, round-the-clock surveillance in professional installations. This 1U rackmount unit supports both new deployments and straightforward storage expansion, offering a robust foundation for medium to large-scale security systems.

Advantages

With an 8 TB raw storage capacity, this recorder provides ample space for extended video retention. Its four hot-swappable drive bays allow for easy maintenance and future scalability, while RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10 configurations protect your data against drive failures. The embedded Linux operating system ensures stability and security, and the pre-installed Axis Camera Station software delivers a complete video management solution out of the box.

Suitable for

• New IP surveillance installations requiring a centralized recording solution
• Existing systems needing additional storage capacity or a reliable backup recorder
• Professional security integrators and IT managers overseeing multi-camera environments

Key specifications

• Storage: 8 TB raw (2 x 4 TB surveillance HDD included)
• Form factor: 1U rackmount chassis
• Drive bays: 4 hot-swappable
• RAID levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10
• Processor: Intel Celeron G3900E, 8 GB DDR4 RAM
• Network: 2 x Gigabit Ethernet ports
• Camera support: up to 64 channels, 256 Mbps recording throughput
• Video outputs: HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA
• USB ports: 2 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0
• Power supply: 250W 80 PLUS Bronze
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C

Recommendations

For mission-critical surveillance deployments, pair this recorder with Axis network cameras and use RAID 5 or 6 for optimal balance of performance and fault tolerance. Schedule regular firmware updates and monitor drive health via the intuitive Axis Camera Station interface.