Network Video Recorder AXIS S2216 Mk II 1U Black — 16ch, up to 7680×4320, 4 TB HDD (max 16 TB), 256 GB SSD, RAID 0/1/10, FIPS 140-2 L2

AXIS Camera Station S2216 Mk II Rack Appliance is a 1U network video recorder designed for multi-camera surveillance systems. This 16-channel rack appliance includes AXIS Camera Station Pro licenses, a 16-port PoE switch, 4 TB of preinstalled HDD storage (expandable up to 16 TB), and a 256 GB SSD. It supports resolutions up to 7680×4320 and RAID levels 0, 1 and 10, and is delivered with preloaded software to minimize installation time.

Advantages

The appliance provides an all-in-one on-premises solution with integrated PoE switching and 16 AXIS Camera Station Pro licenses, plus 10 AXIS Audio Manager Pro licenses when the software is installed on the server. It supports storage expansion with two empty bays, offers high cybersecurity features including an encrypted OS, FIPS 140-2 Level 2 TPM and secure boot, and is produced in a TAA-designated country to meet NDAA FY19 requirements. Preloaded setup tools and AXIS Recorder Toolbox simplify installation and maintenance, while advanced replacement service (RMA) and a 5-year hardware warranty reduce operational risk and total cost of ownership.

Suitable for

• Manufacturing sites and industrial facilities
• Commercial buildings and retail locations
• Small to medium-sized enterprise multi-camera deployments
• On-premises recording with optional cloud storage integration

Key specifications

• Model: AXIS S2216 Mk II, 1U rack
• Video input channels: 16
• Maximum resolution: up to 7680 × 4320 pixels
• Preinstalled HDD: 4 TB (2 × 2 TB), maximum storage capacity: 16 TB (expansion bays available)
• SSD: 256 GB
• RAID support: 0, 1, 10
• Integrated network: 16 RJ-45 Ethernet ports with PoE
• Power consumption: up to 130 W
• Color: Black
• Licenses included: 16 × AXIS Camera Station Pro; 10 × AXIS Audio Manager Pro (when software installed)

How to use

Install the 1U recorder in a compatible rack and connect cameras to the built-in PoE ports. Use the preloaded AXIS Camera Station software and AXIS Recorder Toolbox to run the setup wizard for hostname, network, date/time and PoE management. Configure recording profiles, storage (local or AXIS Camera Station Cloud Storage) and RAID level as required. Monitor and maintain the system using the dashboard and troubleshooting tools provided with the recorder.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, place the recorder in a temperature-controlled rack environment, verify network and PoE capacity for the connected cameras, and schedule regular backups and software updates. Use RAID 1 or 10 for redundancy if continuous recording is required, and follow AXIS guidance when expanding storage or integrating cloud storage.