Hikvision NVR
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.
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.
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.
Metro delivery usually takes 2–4 business days after dispatch, and regional areas may take longer. You'll receive a tracking number by email as soon as your order leaves the warehouse.
Hikvision NVR
Hikvision iDS-9664NXI-P16 64-Channel DeepinMind Pro NVR
The Hikvision iDS-9664NXI-P16 is a DeepinMind Pro network video recorder with up to 64 IP inputs, 400 Mbps incoming bandwidth and 16 SATA drive interfaces. It supports AcuSearch, AcuSeek and configurable analytics engines. Available analytics capacity depends on engine allocation, camera capability and video resolution.
Hikvision iDS-9664NXI-M16/X 64-ch 3U 8K DeepinMind NVR
The Hikvision iDS-9664NXI-M16/X is a 64-channel 3U DeepinMind network video recorder with sixteen SATA bays and dual deep-learning engines. It runs facial recognition, perimeter protection, video structuralization and falling-object (throwing-from-building) detection on the recorder, records cameras up to 32MP, and outputs up to 8K over HDMI. It has no built-in PoE and ships without hard drives.
At a glance
- 64 IP channels, up to 32MP; 400 Mbps in / 400 Mbps out; H.265+
- Recorder-side AI: facial recognition, perimeter protection, video structuralization, falling-object detection
- 16 SATA bays; RAID 0/1/5/6/10 for data protection
- HDMI1 up to 8K plus second HDMI and dual VGA outputs
- No built-in PoE (cameras via external switch); supplied with no HDD
Hikvision DS-96128NXI-S24R 128-Channel 8K NVR with AcuSense 24 Hard Drive Bays
The Hikvision DS-96128NXI-S24R is a 128-channel S-Series NVR with twenty-four hard-drive bays and dual redundant power, built for airports, hospitals and smart-city projects. It runs AcuSense face recognition and perimeter protection on the recorder, protects footage with RAID across 24 bays, and outputs 8K over HDMI 3. It has no built-in PoE and ships without hard drives.
At a glance
- 128 IP channels, up to 32MP; 1280 Mbps in / 1024 Mbps out (640/512 in RAID mode)
- On-NVR AcuSense: face recognition, perimeter protection, video structuralization
- 24 SATA bays, up to 20TB each (up to 480TB), RAID 0/1/5/6/10 plus N+M hot spare
- Four HDMI + dual VGA; 8K (7680 x 4320) on HDMI 3
- Dual redundant power; four 2.5GbE ports; no built-in PoE; no HDD
Hikvision DS-96256NXI-S24R 256-Channel 8K NVR with AcuSense 24 Hard Drive Bays
The Hikvision DS-96256NXI-S24R is a 256-channel Ultra Series NVR with twenty-four hard-drive bays and a redundant power supply, built for airports, smart-city projects and enterprise campuses. It runs AcuSense face recognition, perimeter protection and video structuralization on the recorder, protects footage with RAID across 24 bays, and outputs 8K over HDMI. It has no built-in PoE and ships without hard drives.
At a glance
- 256 IP channels, up to 32MP; 1280 Mbps in / 1024 Mbps out (640/512 in RAID mode)
- On-NVR AcuSense: face recognition, perimeter protection, video structuralization, AcuSearch
- 24 SATA bays, up to 20TB each (up to 480TB), RAID 0/1/5/6/10 plus N+M hot spare
- 8K HDMI output; four 2.5GbE ports; redundant power supply
- 3U chassis; no built-in PoE; supplied with no HDD
Hikvision DS-96256NXI-S24R 3U 8K NVR | 256-Channel AI NVR with AcuSense & RAID
The Hikvision DS-96256NXI-S24R is a 256-channel Ultra Series NVR with twenty-four hard-drive bays and a redundant power supply, built for airports, smart-city projects and enterprise campuses. It runs AcuSense face recognition, perimeter protection and video structuralization on the recorder, protects footage with RAID across 24 bays, and outputs 8K over HDMI. It has no built-in PoE and ships without hard drives.
At a glance
- 256 IP channels, up to 32MP; 1280 Mbps in / 1024 Mbps out (640/512 in RAID mode)
- On-NVR AcuSense: face recognition, perimeter protection, video structuralization, AcuSearch
- 24 SATA bays, up to 20TB each (up to 480TB), RAID 0/1/5/6/10 plus N+M hot spare
- 8K HDMI output; four 2.5GbE ports; redundant power supply
- 3U chassis; no built-in PoE; supplied with no HDD
Hikvision DS-96256NXI-I24/S – 256-Channel 4U 24-Bay AI-Powered Network Video Recorder
The Hikvision DS-96256NXI-I24/S is a 256-channel 4U Ultra Series network video recorder with twenty-four hot-swap drive bays and a redundant power supply, built for large campuses, multi-site businesses and critical infrastructure. It runs AI analytics including facial recognition and perimeter protection, takes 768 Mbps of incoming bandwidth, and uses H.265+ compression. It has no built-in PoE and ships without hard drives.
At a glance
- 256 IP channels; 768 Mbps incoming bandwidth; H.265+/H.264+ compression
- AI analytics: facial recognition and perimeter protection
- 24 hot-swap SATA bays; configurable RAID for data redundancy
- Redundant power supply; 4U rack-mount chassis
- No built-in PoE (cameras via external switch); supplied with no HDD
About Hikvision NVR
Hikvision NVRs are the central recording hub for your Hikvision IP camera system — receiving, storing, and managing footage from up to 32 cameras with H.265+ compression for efficient long-term storage. Every current Hikvision NVR supports AcuSense smart search, letting you filter playback by human or vehicle target type instead of scrubbing hours of footage manually.
Choose by series and channel count: M-Series (mainstream, cost-effective — ideal for 4–8 camera residential systems) or I-Series (advanced, more processing headroom for simultaneous AI analytics — ideal for 16+ camera commercial deployments). Built-in PoE switches eliminate the need for separate power injectors on most models.
Hikvision NVRs work with all Hikvision IP cameras and HiLook cameras via Hikvision's native protocol. For complete plug-and-play systems with NVR + cameras + HDD pre-installed, see Hikvision CCTV kits. Compare across all brands at all NVRs.
What's Included in Hikvision NVR
Hikvision NVRs in this collection — by series and channel count:
M-Series (mainstream / residential):
• 4-channel: DS-7604NI-K1/4P with 4-port PoE — 1-4 cameras
• 8-channel: DS-7608NI-K1/8P with 8-port PoE — 5-8 cameras
• 16-channel: DS-7616NI-K2/16P with 16-port PoE — 9-16 cameras
I-Series (advanced / commercial):
• Higher AI throughput and HDD bay counts
• 8CH, 16CH, and 32CH variants
• Recommended for 16+ camera deployments and sites requiring simultaneous AcuSense analytics on all channels
Recommended pairings: any Hikvision or HiLook IP camera + a surveillance-grade HDD (WD Purple or Seagate SkyHawk, 4TB minimum recommended for 4 cameras at 6MP).
Hikvision NVR Configurations & Specs
Hikvision NVR Specifications (Typical Range)
Channels: 4 / 8 / 16 / 32 (model-dependent)
PoE ports: matches channel count on most M-Series models
Max recording resolution: up to 8MP (4K) per channel
Compression: H.265+ / H.265 / H.264+ / H.264
AI: AcuSense smart search across all channels (target classification, smart events)
HDD bays: 1 (M-Series 4/8CH), 2 (M-Series 16CH), 4+ (I-Series higher channels)
Max HDD capacity: typically 8TB or 10TB per bay
Network: Gigabit Ethernet WAN + LAN, IPv4/IPv6
Protocols: ONVIF, ISAPI, Hik-Connect P2P, RTSP, RTP
App: Hik-Connect (iOS, Android — free, no subscription)
Desktop: iVMS-4200 (Windows, Mac — free)
Warranty: 3-year Australian
Specifications above describe the typical range. Consult the individual product page for the exact spec of any specific NVR model.
Comparing Hikvision NVR Models
| Channels | Model | PoE ports | HDD bays | Max camera resolution | Incoming bandwidth | Best for | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | DS-7604NI-M1/4P (M-series) | 4 | 1 | 8MP 4K | 40 Mbps | 2–4 camera homes | $391 no HDD · $674 with 4TB |
| 4 | DS-7604NI-I1/4P | 4 | 1 | 8MP 4K | 40 Mbps | Budget 4-camera system | $378 no HDD |
| 8 | DS-7608NI-M2/8P (M-series) | 8 | 2 | 8MP 4K | 128 Mbps | 4–8 cameras with room to grow — most popular | $966 with 4TB |
| 8 | DS-7608NI-I2/8P | 8 | 2 | 8MP 4K | 80 Mbps | 8 cameras, value option | $641 no HDD · $966 with 4TB |
| 8 AcuSeek | DS-7608NXI-I2/8P/VPRO | 8 | 2 | 8MP 4K | 80 Mbps | AcuSense smart search, false-alarm filtering | $1,112 no HDD · $1,477 with 4TB |
| 16 | DS-7616NI-M2/16P (M-series) | 16 | 2 | 8MP 4K | 256 Mbps | 8–16 cameras, small business | $1,052 no HDD · $1,164 with 4TB |
| 16 AcuSeek | DS-7616NXI-I2/16P/VPRO | 16 | 2 | 8MP 4K | — | 16 cameras with smart search | $1,435 no HDD |
| 32 | DS-9632NI-M8 / iDS-9632NXI-M8/X | 0 (use a PoE switch) | 8 | 8K | 320 Mbps | Commercial, RAID-ready, face recognition (iDS) | $2,280 / $3,298 |
| 64 | DS-9664NI-M8 / M16, iDS-9664NXI | 0 | 8–16 | 8K | 400 Mbps | Multi-site or large commercial | $3,041 |
| 128–256 | DS-96128NXI / DS-96256NXI S16R / S24R | 0 | 16–24 | 8K | 576 Mbps+ | Enterprise, redundant PSU, RAID | $5,809 |
Hikvision NVR vs Dahua NVR vs HiLook NVR — Which to Choose?
Choose Hikvision NVR when you have or plan to buy Hikvision IP cameras — full AcuSense smart search and Hik-Connect ecosystem. Also the right choice if you want HiLook cameras on a premium-tier NVR (full native compatibility). Best installer support network in Australia.
Choose Dahua NVR when you have Dahua cameras (especially TiOC variants — control of siren/strobe requires a Dahua NVR) or when you want WizSense smart search and the DMSS app ecosystem.
Choose HiLook NVR for the lowest entry price within the Hikvision ecosystem. HiLook NVRs are fully compatible with Hikvision cameras — useful when budget matters but you want the option to upgrade cameras to Hikvision later.
Cross-compatibility: ONVIF protocol allows basic interop between brands, but advanced AI features (AcuSense smart search, WizSense classification, TiOC control) require brand-matched NVRs and cameras within the same vendor ecosystem.
Why Choose Hikvision NVR?
AcuSense Smart Search Built In
Find specific events in seconds. AcuSense automatically labels every human and vehicle detection in the timeline, letting you filter NVR playback by target type rather than scrubbing through hours of footage. Combined with AcuSense cameras, false events are filtered before they hit the NVR.
H.265+ Compression — More Days on the Same HDD
H.265+ reduces storage requirements significantly compared to H.264. A 4TB surveillance HDD typically holds approximately 30 days of continuous recording from 4 cameras at 6MP — and 3-5x longer with motion-only recording. Less storage spend, longer event retention.
Built-in PoE Switch — One Cable Per Camera
Most Hikvision NVRs include a built-in PoE switch with enough ports for the rated channel count. Plug each camera directly into the back of the NVR — no separate PoE switch, no power injectors, no electrician. Cleaner install, lower component cost.
Common Questions about Hikvision NVR
What is the difference between Hikvision M-Series and I-Series NVRs?
How much hard drive storage do I need in my Hikvision NVR?
Can I access my Hikvision NVR remotely from my phone?
Which Hikvision NVR works with HiLook cameras?
Before you buy
What customers ask most before ordering from this range — and how we deliver.
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?
Metro delivery usually takes 2–4 business days after dispatch, and regional areas may take 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.
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