Dahua NVR

Multi Channel Recording

Record multiple cameras simultaneously from one NVR.

Local Storage

Record locally to built-in hard drives; no cloud subscription required.

PoE

Built-in PoE ports power and connect cameras.

H.265 Compression

Smart H.265+ compression significantly reduces storage and bandwidth needs.

Multi Channel Recording — exampleLocal Storage — examplePoE — exampleH.265 Compression — example

Dahua NVR

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Dahua DHI-NVR5416-16P-AI/ANZ 16 Channel AI Wizsense Network Video Recorder 4 x HDD bays
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Dahua DHI-NVR5416-16P-AI/ANZ 16 Channel AI Wizsense Network Video Recorder 4 x HDD bays

Regular price $996.00 AUD Sale price $996.00 AUD Regular price $1,168.00 AUD
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Dahua DHI-NVR5416-16P-AI/ANZ is a 16-channel WizSense Pro network video recorder with 16 built-in PoE ports, four HDD bays and a powerful AI engine, built for medium to large IP camera systems.

  • 16 channels with 16 built-in PoE ports (ports 1-8 support ePoE)
  • 4 SATA HDD bays, up to 16TB per drive (hard drive supplied separately)
  • Records cameras up to 32MP; 384 Mbps bandwidth (200 Mbps with AI on)
  • AI by recorder: 2-channel face, 4-channel perimeter, 8-channel SMD Plus
  • AcuPick-ready: refined human and vehicle search with AcuPick cameras
  • Dual HDMI and dual VGA output; supports 4K display
  • Works with third-party ONVIF cameras; free DMSS app
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Dahua DHI-NVR608R-64-4KS2 Dahua 64ch H.265+ Ultra Series Network Video Recorder
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Dahua DHI-NVR608R-64-4KS2 Dahua 64ch H.265+ Ultra Series Network Video Recorder

Regular price $2,139.64 AUD Sale price $2,139.64 AUD Regular price $2,826.00 AUD
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Dahua DHI-NVR608R-64-4KS2 is a 64-channel 2U Ultra-series network video recorder with eight hot-swappable bays, RAID and a redundant power supply, built for large, high-availability recording.

  • 64 channels; records cameras up to 12MP, H.265
  • 8 hot-swappable SATA III bays, up to 8TB per drive
  • RAID 0/1/5/10 with global hot-spare for storage redundancy
  • Redundant power supply for high availability
  • Intel quad-core processor; 384 Mbps record bandwidth
  • No built-in PoE: cameras connect via an external switch
  • Dual HDMI and VGA output; third-party ONVIF support
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Dahua DHI-NVR608H-128-AI/ANZ 128ch H.265+ Ultra Series AI Network Video Recorder
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Dahua DHI-NVR608H-128-AI/ANZ 128ch H.265+ Ultra Series AI Network Video Recorder

Regular price $5,199.00 AUD Sale price $5,199.00 AUD Regular price $6,299.00 AUD
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The Dahua DHI-NVR608H-128-AI/ANZ is a 128-channel 4K Ultra-series network video recorder for enterprise and large multi-site surveillance. It records up to 128 IP cameras at up to 512 Mbps with smart H.265+ encoding, holds up to 16 hard drives across its SATA bays for up to 160 TB with RAID 0/1/5/6/10, and runs a redundant power supply for mission-critical uptime. Hard drives are supplied separately, and cameras connect through external network switches as this recorder has no built-in PoE.

Key points
- 128 IP camera channels, up to 512 Mbps incoming bandwidth
- 4K recording with H.265+/H.265/H.264 smart codecs
- 16 SATA HDD bays, up to 160 TB, with RAID 0/1/5/6/10
- Redundant power supply for continuous operation
- Recorder-side AI (face, perimeter, SMD Plus) on selected channels, plus full AI via WizMind cameras
- Dual HDMI and VGA outputs; no built-in PoE (cameras via external switches); HDD supplied separately

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Dahua DHI-NVR5216-16P-I 16Channel 1U AI Network Video Recorder NO HDD
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Dahua DHI-NVR5216-16P-I 16Channel 1U AI Network Video Recorder NO HDD

Regular price $1,600.00 AUD Sale price $1,600.00 AUD Regular price $1,900.00 AUD
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- 16MP 16CH recording: supports high-resolution IP video access
- Smart H.265+/H.265: ensures efficient video compression and transmission
- AI video analytics: includes face recognition people counting and ANPR
- 1-8 PoE ports: feature ePoE EoC for extended connectivity
- 22 face pics/sec: processes up to 4 channels for fast recognition
- 20 face databases: manages 100000 face images in total

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Dahua DHI-IVSS7016-4M Dahua 256CH Wizmind Network Video Recorder
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Dahua DHI-IVSS7016-4M Dahua 256CH Wizmind Network Video Recorder

Regular price $9,966.00 AUD Sale price $9,966.00 AUD Regular price $9,966.00 AUD
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Dahua DHI-IVSS7016-4M is a 256-channel WizMind Intelligent Video Surveillance Server: an all-in-one AI server combining a GPU, deep-learning analytics and large RAID storage for enterprise systems.

  • 256-channel IP video input; records cameras up to 24MP
  • All-in-one AI server with dedicated GPU and deep learning
  • 16 SATA/SAS HDD bays, up to 16TB per drive
  • RAID 0/1/5/6/10/50/60 for high-capacity, resilient storage
  • Face recognition, ANPR, metadata and IVS by device and by camera
  • No built-in PoE: cameras connect via the network and external switches
  • Triple HDMI 4K output; redundant power; rack-mount chassis
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Dahua DHI-NVR5864-AI/ANZ 64CH 2U 4K & H.265 Wizsense Network Video Recorder NVR
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Dahua DHI-NVR5864-AI/ANZ 64CH 2U 4K & H.265 Wizsense Network Video Recorder NVR

Regular price $1,368.00 AUD Sale price $1,368.00 AUD Regular price $1,469.45 AUD
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The Dahua DHI-NVR5864-AI/ANZ is a 64-channel 2U WizSense AI network video recorder for large commercial, industrial and public-safety sites. It has eight HDD bays with RAID 0/1/5/6/10, up to 384 Mbps of bandwidth, support for cameras up to 32MP, and on-board AI including face detection and recognition, perimeter protection and SMD Plus. Hard drives are supplied separately.

Key points
- 64 IP channels; 2U enterprise chassis
- 8 SATA HDD bays with RAID 0/1/5/6/10 redundancy
- 384 Mbps bandwidth (AI off) / 200 Mbps (AI on); cameras up to 32MP
- AI by recorder: face detection & recognition, perimeter protection, SMD Plus
- AcuPick / Quick Pick smart search with compatible WizSense cameras
- Dual HDMI + dual VGA, 4K display; no built-in PoE; HDD not included

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Dahua DHI-NVR5216-16P-I-4TB 16Channel 1U 16PoE AI Network Video Recorder with 4TB Installed
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Dahua DHI-NVR5216-16P-I-4TB 16Channel 1U 16PoE AI Network Video Recorder with 4TB Installed

Regular price $2,518.00 AUD Sale price $2,518.00 AUD Regular price $2,518.00 AUD
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- 16 channel access: supports 16 IP video inputs
- H.265+ compression: ensures efficient video storage
- AI capabilities: includes face recognition and ANPR
- Perimeter protection: secures up to 16 channels
- Face processing: handles 24 faces per second
- 4TB preinstalled: includes installed surveillance HDD

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Dahua DHI-NVR608H-32-AI/ANZ 32 Channels 2U 8HDDs WizMind Network Video Recorder
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Dahua DHI-NVR608H-32-AI/ANZ 32 Channels 2U 8HDDs WizMind Network Video Recorder

Regular price $3,279.00 AUD Sale price $3,279.00 AUD Regular price $4,683.00 AUD
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Dahua DHI-NVR608H-32-AI/ANZ is a 32-channel 2U WizMind network video recorder with eight hot-swappable HDD bays, RAID support and enterprise-grade AI, for large and mission-critical IP systems.

  • 32 channels; records cameras up to 32MP
  • 8 hot-swappable SATA HDD bays, up to 16TB per drive
  • RAID 0/1/5/6/10 and N+M cluster for storage redundancy
  • AI by recorder: face, perimeter, video metadata and SMD Plus
  • No built-in PoE: cameras connect via an external PoE switch
  • Quad HDMI and dual VGA output; up to 1024 Mbps bandwidth
  • Third-party ONVIF support; free DMSS app and DSS platform
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About Dahua NVR

Dahua NVRs are the central recording unit for your Dahua IP camera system — supporting up to 32 channels with WizSense smart human/vehicle search, AI Coding storage optimisation, and the free DMSS mobile app for live viewing and playback. A Dahua NVR is required to control TiOC active deterrence (siren, strobe, voice warning) on TiOC cameras.

Available channel counts: 4CH (NVR4104HS-P-AI for 1-4 cameras), 8CH (NVR4108HS-8P-AI for 5-8 cameras), 16CH (NVR5216-16P-AI for 9-16 cameras), and 32CH for larger commercial deployments. Built-in PoE switches eliminate the need for separate power injectors on most residential and small business models.

For complete plug-and-play systems with NVR + Dahua cameras + HDD pre-installed, see Dahua CCTV kits. To browse cameras, see Dahua security cameras. Compare with other brands at all NVRs.

What's Included in Dahua NVR

Dahua NVRs in this collection — by channel count:

• 4-channel: NVR4104HS-P-AI with 4-port PoE — for 1-4 cameras
• 8-channel: NVR4108HS-8P-AI with 8-port PoE — for 5-8 cameras
• 16-channel: NVR5216-16P-AI with 16-port PoE — for 9-16 cameras (commercial-grade processing)
• 32-channel: NVR58-series for 17-32 cameras / multi-site setups

Recommended pairings: any current Dahua IP camera + a surveillance-grade HDD (WD Purple or Seagate SkyHawk). For TiOC active deterrence cameras, a Dahua NVR is required for full control.

Dahua NVR Configurations & Specs

Dahua NVR Specifications (Typical Range)

Channels: 4 / 8 / 16 / 32 (model-dependent)
PoE ports: typically matches channel count
Max recording resolution: up to 8MP (4K) per channel
Compression: H.265+ / H.265 / H.264+ / H.264
AI: WizSense smart search across all channels (human/vehicle classification, smart events)
AI Coding: dynamic bitrate optimisation for storage savings
HDD bays: 1 (4/8CH), 2 (16CH), 4+ (32CH and higher commercial models)
Max HDD capacity: typically up to 10TB per bay
Network: Gigabit Ethernet, IPv4/IPv6
Protocols: ONVIF, RTSP, P2P, Dahua native
App: DMSS (iOS, Android — free, no subscription)
Desktop: Smart PSS Lite (Windows)
Warranty: 3-year Australian

Specifications above describe the typical range. Consult the individual product page for exact specs.

Comparing Dahua NVR Models

Dahua NVR vs Hikvision NVR vs HiLook NVR

Choose Dahua NVR when you have Dahua cameras — especially any TiOC variants which require a Dahua NVR for full siren/strobe/voice control. Also right when you prefer the DMSS app interface or need WizMind commercial analytics across all channels.

Choose Hikvision NVR when you have Hikvision or HiLook cameras (HiLook works fully with Hikvision NVR via native protocol). Established AU installer ecosystem and AcuSense smart search.

Choose HiLook NVR for the lowest entry price in the Hikvision ecosystem. HiLook NVRs are fully Hikvision-compatible — sensible when paired with HiLook cameras and you want a budget-aligned recording layer.

Why Choose Dahua NVR?

WizSense AI Smart Search
Dahua NVRs with WizSense let you search recorded footage by human or vehicle classification — and on supported camera models, by clothing colour or vehicle colour. Find specific events in seconds rather than scrubbing through hours of timeline.

Required for TiOC Active Deterrence Control
If you have or plan to buy any Dahua TiOC cameras (siren + red-blue strobe + voice warning), a Dahua NVR is required to fully configure deterrence triggers and schedules. ONVIF integration with non-Dahua NVRs disables the active-deterrence features.

Free DMSS App + AI Coding Storage
The DMSS app delivers live view, HD playback, push notifications, and two-way audio — free for iOS and Android, no subscription. AI Coding intelligently reduces bitrate in low-activity scenes while preserving full quality on detected targets, extending HDD recording duration.

Common Questions about Dahua NVR

Which Dahua NVR should I choose for my home?

For 1-4 Dahua cameras the NVR4104HS-P-AI (4-channel with built-in PoE and WizSense AI) is the typical residential pick. For 5-8 cameras choose the NVR4108HS-8P-AI. For 9-16 cameras the NVR5216-16P-AI provides extra processing headroom. All include WizSense smart search and DMSS app support.

Do Dahua NVRs work with non-Dahua cameras?

Dahua NVRs support the ONVIF protocol for basic interoperability with Hikvision, HiLook, TP-Link VIGI, and other ONVIF-compliant cameras. However, advanced AI features such as WizSense smart search and TiOC active deterrence control require Dahua cameras paired with a Dahua NVR. Smarket recommends matching brands within a single system.

Does a Dahua NVR support remote viewing?

Yes. The free DMSS app for iOS and Android provides live viewing, HD playback, push notifications, and two-way audio from anywhere with internet access. There is no subscription requirement. PC access is available via Smart PSS Lite for Windows.

How much storage do I need in a Dahua NVR?

A 4TB surveillance-grade hard drive holds approximately 30 days of continuous recording from 4 Dahua cameras at 6MP with H.265+ and AI Coding. For 8 cameras, choose 6TB or 8TB. For 4K cameras, expect roughly 33% more usage. Always use surveillance-rated drives such as WD Purple or Seagate SkyHawk — standard desktop drives fail prematurely under 24/7 write loads.

Before you buy

What customers ask most before ordering from this range — and how we deliver.

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How much storage do I need?

As a rule of thumb, four 8MP cameras recording 24/7 with H.265+ use about 2TB for 2 weeks of footage; switch to motion-only recording and that stretches to 4–6 weeks. Our kits ship with a 2TB, 4TB or 6TB surveillance drive and you can upgrade the drive on the kit page before checkout. Tell us how many days you need to keep and we'll recommend the size.

Can I mix different cameras on one NVR, or add more later?

Yes. You can mix 6MP and 8MP, or ColorVu and AcuSense, on the same NVR as long as the total bandwidth stays within the NVR's rating (we check this for every kit we sell). To add cameras later, just plug them into a spare PoE port on the NVR — no reconfiguration needed. This is why we suggest an 8-channel NVR even if you start with 4 cameras.

How long does delivery take?

Order before 2pm (Sydney time) on a business day and in-stock items are dispatched the same day. Most orders arrive within 1–4 business days Australia-wide; remote and regional areas can take a little longer. You'll receive a tracking number by email as soon as your order leaves the warehouse.

How much is shipping?

Standard shipping is free on all orders over $300 AUD, Australia-wide. Orders under $300 ship at a flat rate of $25, calculated at checkout. Tracking is included on every order.

What warranty do you offer?

All cameras, NVRs and DVRs come with a 3-year back-to-base manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Hard drives and accessories are covered as set out in our Warranty Policy.

What is your return policy?

You have 30 days from the day you receive your order to request a change-of-mind return. Items must be unopened, factory-sealed and in resalable condition. A 15% restocking fee applies and return postage is at your cost. Faulty or incorrectly supplied items are different: we cover the return shipping and refund or replace at no charge. Read the full Return & Refund Policy.

Is your Hikvision, Dahua, HiLook and TP-Link VIGI stock genuine Australian stock?

Yes, 100%. Every Hikvision, Dahua, HiLook and TP-Link VIGI product we sell is a genuine Australian-market model sourced through Australian supply chains — never grey imports. That means factory-sealed units, Australian-region firmware that works with the official apps out of the box, and a full 3-year local warranty.