Network Video Recorder Hikvision DS-7616NXI-I2/16P/VPRO 1U Black

The Network Video Recorder Hikvision DS-7616NXI-I2/16P/VPRO 1U Black is a 1U rack-mount NVR for centralized video management. It supports up to 16 IP camera inputs, records at resolutions up to 3840 x 2160 pixels, and provides H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264 compression formats to optimize storage and bandwidth. The unit includes onboard PoE ports and supports up to 20 TB of storage via SATA interfaces.

Advantages

This Hikvision NVR offers multi-channel support with up to 16 IP camera inputs and up to 32 channels of 1080p decoding capability, enabling efficient live monitoring and playback. It features intelligent analytics based on Guanlan large-scale AI models, including AcuSeek and AcuSearch functions for up to 16 channels and facial recognition for up to 8 channels. High input and output bandwidth (192 Mbit/s input, 256 Mbit/s output) and onboard PoE simplify installation and network design.

Suitable for

• Small to medium-sized surveillance systems with up to 16 IP cameras
• Environments requiring AI analytics such as people or object search
• 1U rack installations in server rooms or equipment cabinets

Key specifications

• Video formats: H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264
• Max camera inputs: 16 channels
• Max decoding: up to 32 channels at 1080p
• Resolution: up to 3840 x 2160 pixels
• Input bandwidth: 192 Mbit/s; Output bandwidth: 256 Mbit/s
• AI features: Guanlan large-scale AI models, up to 16-ch AcuSeek/AcuSearch, up to 8-ch facial recognition (face picture)
• Storage: maximum capacity 20 TB; HDD interface: SATA, SATA II, SATA III
• Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: 17; Power over Ethernet (PoE) included
• Form factor: 1U rack mount; Colour: Black; Weight: 4 kg
• Power consumption: 180 W

How to use

Install the DS-7616NXI-I2/16P/VPRO into a 1U rack space and connect IP cameras to the onboard RJ-45 PoE ports or to your network switch. Configure recording settings and compression format (H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264) via the NVR web interface or client software. Set up storage by installing SATA HDDs up to the supported 20 TB capacity and configure retention and overwrite policies. Enable and configure intelligent analytics features and facial recognition channels as required from the device’s AI settings.

Recommendations

For reliable performance, use enterprise-grade SATA HDDs intended for surveillance workloads, ensure sufficient network bandwidth for the configured number of cameras, and maintain firmware updates from Hikvision to keep AI analytics and security features current.