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

SKU: DHI-NVR608R-64-4KS2
Description

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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§ 01Overview

What the DHI-NVR608R-64-4KS2 is

The Dahua DHI-NVR608R-64-4KS2 is a 64-channel 2U Ultra-series network video recorder built as a high-capacity recording workhorse. An Intel quad-core processor drives 384 Mbps of record bandwidth across up to 64 cameras at resolutions up to 12MP with H.265 compression. Eight hot-swappable SATA III bays take up to 8TB per drive and support RAID 0/1/5/10 with a global hot-spare, so recordings survive a drive failure and you can replace a drive without downtime. A redundant power supply means a single power module can fail without stopping recording, which is the key reason to choose the R model over the 608H.

This is a 4KS2 Ultra-series recorder focused on reliable, large-scale recording and playback rather than heavy on-recorder AI. It handles motion detection, video loss and tampering, basic IVS and event triggers, but it does not run the SMD Plus, face recognition or AcuPick analytics found on the newer WizSense and WizMind AI recorders. Smart detection on this system comes from the cameras, so pair it with capable Dahua AI cameras if you need people and vehicle classification, and the recorder stores and plays back those streams reliably.

There is no built-in PoE, so cameras connect over the network through external PoE switches sized to your load, which is standard at this channel count. Two RJ-45 gigabit ports can run bonded or independently, and dual HDMI plus VGA outputs drive control-room monitors. A hard drive is not included; fit surveillance-grade drives across the eight bays for your retention needs.

§ 02Engineering

DHI-NVR608R-64-4KS2 specifications

- 64 channels; records cameras up to 12MP with H.265; 384 Mbps record bandwidth

- 8 hot-swappable SATA III bays, up to 8TB per drive (hard drive supplied separately)

- RAID 0/1/5/10 with global hot-spare for storage redundancy

- Redundant power supply for high availability (the key difference from the 608H)

- Intel quad-core processor; dual gigabit RJ-45 ports (bonded or independent)

- No built-in PoE: cameras connect via an external PoE switch sized to your load

- Ultra-series recorder focused on recording and playback; advanced AI comes from the cameras

- Dual HDMI and VGA output; third-party ONVIF support; eSATA and USB 3.0 backup

§ 03Full datasheet

Detailed specifications

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Video — Dahua DHI-NVR608R-64-4KS2 Dahua 64ch H.265+ Ultra Series Network Video Recorder
FeatureDetail
IP Camera Input 64 Channel
Two-way Talk 1 Channel Input, 1 Channel Output, RCA
Display Interface 2 HDMI (up to 3840 x 2160 , Different Source), 1 VGA
Display Resolution 3840 × 2160 , 1920 × 1080 , 1280 × 1024, 1280 × 720 , 1024 × 768
Multi-screen Display 1st Screen: 1/4/8/9/16/25/36 | 2nd Screen: 1/4/8/9/16
OSD Camera title, Time, Video loss, Camera lock, Motion detection, Recording
Compression H.265/H.264/MJPEG
Resolution 12MP, 8MP, 6MP, 5MP, 4MP, 3MP, 1080P, 1.3MP, 720P etc.
Record Rate 384Mbps
Bit Rate 16Kbps ~ 20Mbps Per Channel
Record Mode Manual, Schedule (Regular, MD (Motion Detection), Alarm, IVS), Holiday, Stop
Record Interval 1 ~ 120 min (default: 60 min), Pre-record: 1 ~ 30 sec, Post-record: 10 ~ 300 sec
Playback 128 Mbps in Raid 5 Mode; 64 Mbps in single HDD Mode
Search Mode Time /Date, Alarm, MD and Exact Search (accurate to second)
Playback Function Play, Pause, Stop, Rewind, Fast play, Slow Play, Next File, Previous File, Next Camera, Previous Camera, Full Screen, Repeat, Shuffle, Backup Selection, Digital Zoom
Backup Mode USB Device/Network/eSATA Device

§ 04Why choose this

Built for the way you actually use the DHI-NVR608R-64-4KS2

High-availability recording

A redundant power supply plus RAID and hot-swap bays keep a 64-channel system recording through a power or drive fault.

Large channel capacity

Sixty-four channels up to 12MP with 384 Mbps record bandwidth suit big multi-camera sites on one recorder.

Resilient storage

Eight hot-swap SATA III bays with RAID 0/1/5/10 and a global hot-spare protect recordings and rebuild automatically.

Reliable recording platform

An Ultra-series workhorse focused on dependable recording and playback, with smart analytics handled by the cameras.

§ 05Where it fits

Right at home in these scenarios

Large estates and campuses

Records up to 64 cameras across many buildings, with redundant power and RAID protecting footage on critical sites.

Industrial and logistics

Covers extensive yards, loading areas and perimeters where a high channel count and reliable recording matter most.

High-availability sites

Suits facilities that cannot afford recording downtime, thanks to the redundant power supply and RAID storage.

Existing AI-camera fleets

Stores and plays back streams from Dahua AI cameras that do the people and vehicle detection at the edge.

§ 06Setup

Installation & setup

01

Rack-mount with redundant power

Install the 2U recorder in a comms rack and connect both power inputs so the redundant supply provides failover; allow airflow and front access for drives.

02

Provide external PoE switching

This recorder has no built-in PoE, so connect cameras through external PoE switches sized to your camera count and power budget.

03

Fit drives and configure RAID

Fit surveillance-grade SATA III drives across the eight bays (not included), set the RAID level and assign a global hot-spare for automatic rebuild.

04

Add AI cameras for detection

For people and vehicle classification, use Dahua AI cameras that run analytics on the camera, then record and play those streams on the NVR.

§ 08Questions

Frequently asked about the DHI-NVR608R-64-4KS2

Q.01

Does this recorder have built-in PoE?
No. The NVR608R-64 does not have built-in PoE. With 64 channels, cameras connect over the network through external PoE switches that you size to your camera count and power budget. This also lets you place switches near camera clusters across a large site and feed them all back to the one recorder.
Q.02

Is a hard drive included?
No. It is supplied without drives. It has eight hot-swappable SATA III bays taking up to 8TB each, and for 64 channels you will typically fit several surveillance-grade drives. With RAID you can keep recording through a drive failure, and the global hot-spare can rebuild automatically onto a spare drive.
Q.03

What is the difference between the 608R and 608H?
The 608R includes a redundant power supply for high availability, so recording continues if one power module fails. The 608H uses a single power supply. The R model suits sites where downtime is not acceptable; otherwise both share the 64/32-channel Ultra platform with RAID and hot-swap bays depending on model.
Q.04

Does this recorder do people and vehicle detection itself?
Not on the recorder. This is a 4KS2 Ultra-series recorder focused on reliable recording and playback, with motion detection, video loss, tampering and basic IVS. It does not run SMD Plus, face recognition or AcuPick on the recorder. For people and vehicle classification, use Dahua AI cameras that run those analytics on the camera.
Q.05

What RAID levels does it support?
It supports RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 with a global hot-spare. RAID 5 is common for surveillance because it balances usable capacity with the ability to survive a single drive failure, and the hot-spare drive can take over and rebuild automatically. The hot-swap bays let you replace a failed drive without shutting the recorder down.
Q.06

How many cameras and what resolution can it record?
It records up to 64 channels at resolutions up to 12MP with H.265 compression and 384 Mbps of record bandwidth. That suits a large multi-camera site; spread high-resolution cameras across the bandwidth budget and use H.265 to keep storage efficient at this channel count.
Q.07

Can it use third-party cameras?
Yes. It supports ONVIF and a wide range of third-party brands as well as Dahua. Recording and playback work across brands. Because the recorder itself is not running modern AI analytics, the camera you choose determines smart features, so match cameras to the detection you need.
Q.08

Is this suitable for a small system?
No. It is a 64-channel enterprise recorder for large sites that need high channel counts, RAID storage and redundant power. For a home or small business, a WizSense recorder with built-in PoE such as an 8 or 16-channel model is far more practical and cost-effective.

Buying from Smarket

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.

How long does delivery take?

Order before 2pm (Sydney time) on a business day and in-stock items are dispatched the same day. Metro delivery usually takes 2–4 business days. 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.

Do you offer installation?

We can connect you with licensed installers in Sydney and Melbourne. Installation typically starts from around $200 per camera depending on cable runs and site conditions. Email sales@smarket.com.au with your address and camera count for a quote.

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§ 10Bundles

Recommended packages

01

Provide camera power

No built-in PoE, so power cameras with one or more Dahua PoE switches sized to your load, connected with quality Cat6 cable.

02

Fit RAID storage

No drives are included. Fit surveillance-grade drives such as 8TB models across the eight bays and configure RAID with a hot-spare for redundancy.