Hanwha ARN-1610S 16-Channel 8MP H.265 NVR with 16-Port PoE Switch
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Hanwha ARN-1610S 16-Channel 8MP H.265 NVR with 16-Port PoE Switch

SKU: ARN-1610S
Description

- 16-Channel Recording, 16-Port PoE Switch In One Box: replaces a standalone NVR plus a separate 16-port PoE switch — one appliance handles both camera power and recording.
- 130W PoE Budget Across 16 Channels: powers 16 standard PoE Class 3 cameras from the recorder directly, cutting the cabinet space and cabling complexity of a two-box install.
- Dual SATA Slots to 12TB Combined: two hard-drive slots for continuous + event recording split, or paired for redundancy — a 90+ day retention window at 16 channels is achievable.
- 1Gbps WAN + 4K HDMI Output: gigabit uplink for remote backhaul at scale, 4K HDMI local display for control-room monitoring, plus VGA (Clone) for a second monitor position.
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§ 01Overview

What the ARN-1610S is

The Hanwha ARN-1610S is a 16-channel network video recorder from the Wisenet A Series with a built-in 16-port PoE switch — one appliance replaces the NVR + PoE switch stack that mid-sized sites usually deploy across two rack units.

The 130W PoE budget powers up to 16 standard PoE Class 3 cameras directly from the recorder, cutting cabinet space and reducing the failure surface.

Recording bandwidth reaches 80Mbps, enough to handle sixteen 8MP H.265 streams simultaneously, with two SATA slots accepting HDDs up to 12TB total for 90-day-plus retention on continuous 8MP recording.

Local viewing is via 4K HDMI (3840x2160 30Hz) plus a cloned VGA output for a second monitor position; remote access supports P2P QR-code onboarding, Wisenet Mobile app, and PC/Mac Wisenet Viewer CMS.

N+1 Failover and ARB (Auto Recovery Backup) provide network-drop redundancy.

NDAA-compliant for government and critical infrastructure projects.

1Gbps WAN uplink for remote backhaul at scale.

Compatible with all Hanwha A-series cameras plug-and-play plus ONVIF Profile S third-party cameras.

Compact 1U rack chassis at 2.88Kg.

§ 02Engineering

ARN-1610S specifications

- 16-channel NVR supporting cameras up to 8MP resolution
- Built-in 16-port PoE switch (10/100 LAN) plus a 1Gbps RJ-45 WAN uplink
- 130W PoE budget for camera power delivery across 16 channels
- H.265, H.264, MJPEG compression
- 80Mbps recording bandwidth, 32Mbps playback bandwidth
- Dual SATA slots supporting HDDs up to 12TB combined
- 4K HDMI local monitor output (3840x2160 30Hz) + cloned VGA output (1920x1080 30Hz)
- SUNAPI + ONVIF Profile S protocol support
- P2P (QR-code) remote setup + Wisenet Mobile iOS/Android app
- N+1 Failover redundancy + ARB (Auto Recovery Backup)
- NDAA-compliant (Wisenet A Series certified)
- 1U rack form factor, 2.88Kg

§ 04Why choose this

Built for the way you actually use the ARN-1610S

One 1U Appliance Instead of Two

Standard 16-camera deployments use a standalone NVR plus a 16-port PoE switch — two rack units, two power supplies, two vendor support paths. The ARN-1610S combines both roles in a single 1U chassis, cutting cabinet real estate and simplifying troubleshooting.

Dual Drive Slots for Real Redundancy

Two SATA slots let you configure continuous recording on one drive and event-only capture on the second for faster forensic search, or pair them for mirrored redundancy on sites where a single-drive failure would be unacceptable. Single-slot NVRs offer neither option.

NDAA-Compliant for Government Procurement

Wisenet A Series is NDAA-compliant — cleared for federal, defence and critical infrastructure procurement where uncertified NVRs are ineligible. Australia's growing use of NDAA as a de-facto standard for government surveillance procurement makes this a hard filter.

Full 90-Day Continuous 8MP Retention

At 12TB combined across two drives, sixteen 8MP cameras recording 24/7 in H.265 typically deliver 90+ days of continuous retention — meeting most commercial and municipal compliance windows without recycling policies.

§ 05Where it fits

Right at home in these scenarios

Mid-Sized Commercial Buildings

Office reception, lifts, lobby, car park entries, back-of-house corridors, loading dock and perimeter — a typical 16-camera mid-sized commercial fitout on one appliance.

Retail Chain Store Sites

Front-of-house till points, aisle overheads, back office, loading dock, cash office, forecourt — 16 channels covers the standard chain-store camera plan with room for future growth.

Warehouse Perimeter + Interior

Perimeter fence corners, gates, loading bays, main aisles and interior stock zones — 16 channels covers a small-to-mid warehouse layout, with dual drive redundancy protecting the evidence trail.

Small Government or Council Facilities

Community centres, small libraries, council chambers, plant rooms — NDAA compliance clears procurement gates that many commercial NVRs cannot pass.

Multi-Tenant Residential Buildings

Lobbies, entries, car park lanes, plant room and roof access across a small apartment complex — 16 channels covers the typical strata-managed building coverage requirement.

§ 06Setup

Installation & setup

01

What's in the Box

1. Hanwha ARN-1610S NVR (no HDD) x 1 2. Power cable (integrated SMPS) x 1 3. Mouse x 1 4. Quick Start Guide x 1

02

Installation Requirements

1. Power: 100~240 VAC 50/60Hz mains via integrated SMPS; max 188.2W with 2 HDDs + PoE fully loaded. 2. Storage: 2 x SATA HDD (sold separately) up to 12TB combined — surveillance-grade recommended (WD Purple, Seagate Skyhawk). 3. Rack space: standard 1U — fits any 19-inch rack; 2.88Kg-class weight suitable for rack installation. 4. Network: 16 x PoE ports (10/100) for cameras + 1 x 1Gbps RJ-45 WAN for internet uplink and remote backhaul.

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App & Setup

1. Connect HDMI (or VGA) monitor + mouse to a front USB, plug up to 16 PoE cameras into the LAN ports. 2. Follow the on-screen installation wizard; set admin password (brute-force prevention enforced), configure recording schedules. 3. For Hanwha A-series cameras: plug-and-play, they auto-register on the NVR. ONVIF cameras need manual registration. 4. Scan the P2P QR code with Wisenet Mobile on iOS/Android for phone-based live view and playback.

§ 08Questions

Frequently asked about the ARN-1610S

Q.01

How many PoE cameras can the 130W budget actually power?
The 130W PoE budget covers 16 standard PoE Class 3 cameras (single-lens dome, bullet, turret at typical PoE Class 3 draw). If you're deploying higher-draw cameras — long-range IR bullets, PTZ, multi-sensor — check each camera's PoE consumption. Higher-power PoE+ cameras may require an external PoE+ switch for some channels.
Q.02

What's the difference between this ARN-1610S and the 4-channel ARN-410S?
Channel count, PoE budget and drive redundancy. The 410S is a small-site 4-channel unit with a smaller PoE budget and a single-drive slot for storage. The 1610S runs 16 channels with 130W PoE, dual drive slots up to 12TB combined, and a 1Gbps WAN uplink versus 100Mbps on the 410S. Choose the 1610S for mid-sized sites or when dual-drive redundancy is required.
Q.03

Does this NVR work with non-Hanwha cameras?
Yes. It supports ONVIF Profile S, so ONVIF-compliant cameras from other manufacturers can be registered and record on this NVR. Plug-and-play auto-provisioning is Hanwha-A-series only; ONVIF cameras need manual registration through the setup wizard.
Q.04

Is this NVR NDAA-compliant for government procurement?
Yes. The Wisenet A Series is NDAA-compliant — cleared for US federal, defence and critical infrastructure procurement. Australian government tenders that specify NDAA compliance (defence, transport hubs, some council facilities) can use this NVR without procurement issues.
Q.05

How long can I store recordings on a 12TB total array?
For 16 cameras recording 24/7 at 8MP in H.265, expect around 90-plus days of continuous retention on 12TB combined. Actual retention depends on scene complexity and whether cameras record continuously or on event triggers. Event-only recording extends retention dramatically.
Q.06

How do the two drive slots work?
The dual SATA slots can be configured for continuous recording split across drives (double the retention window), event-only capture on one drive for faster forensic search, or mirrored redundancy where a single drive failure doesn't cost data. Configured via the NVR's storage management interface.
Q.07

Do I need public IP or port forwarding for remote access?
No. P2P (QR-code onboarding via Wisenet Mobile) uses Hanwha's cloud relay so remote access works without public IP, DDNS, or router port forwarding. Suitable for CGNAT'd business connections.
Q.08

What VMS platforms can I use for centralised monitoring?
Wisenet WAVE and SSM are Hanwha's native VMS platforms with full integration. The NVR also exposes SUNAPI (HTTP API) for custom third-party integration and complies with ONVIF Profile S for standard VMS platforms including Milestone and Genetec.

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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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