Hikvision DS-96256NXI-S24R 256-Channel 8K NVR with AcuSense 24 Hard Drive Bays
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Hikvision DS-96256NXI-S24R 256-Channel 8K NVR with AcuSense 24 Hard Drive Bays

SKU: DS96256NXI-S24R
Description

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

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01Overview

What the DS96256NXI-S24R is

The Hikvision DS-96256NXI-S24R is a 256-channel 8K network video recorder with twenty-four drive bays and a redundant power supply, made for the most demanding Australian sites such as airports, hospitals, smart-city roll-outs and critical infrastructure.

It runs AcuSense face recognition, perimeter protection, video structuralization and AcuSearch on the recorder, manages up to 64 face libraries holding 300,000 images, and connects up to 256 cameras at resolutions up to 32MP. Twenty-four SATA bays (up to 20TB each, 480TB total) run RAID 0/1/5/6/10 with N+M hot spare; bandwidth is 1280/1024 Mbps and steps down to 640/512 Mbps in RAID mode.

HDMI outputs up to 8K for a control-room display, four 2.5GbE ports feed a high-throughput network, and a redundant power supply keeps it running if one source fails. It has no built-in PoE, so cameras run from separate switches, and it is supplied without hard drives.

02Engineering

DS96256NXI-S24R specifications

- 256 IP camera channels at up to 32MP, with 1280 Mbps incoming bandwidth (640 Mbps in RAID mode) for very large systems.

- On-NVR AcuSense analytics: face recognition across up to 64 libraries (300,000 images), perimeter protection, video structuralization and AcuSearch.

- Twenty-four SATA bays accepting up to 20TB per drive (up to 480TB), with RAID 0/1/5/6/10 and N+M hot spare.

- Redundant power supply keeps recording continuous if one supply or circuit fails.

- 8K HDMI output and four 2.5GbE network ports for a high-throughput control-room build.

- 3U chassis on 100-240 VAC; supplied without hard drives and with no built-in PoE.

04Why choose this

Built for the way you actually use the DS96256NXI-S24R

Built for 256 cameras

One recorder centralises a very large camera fleet, replacing several smaller NVRs across a campus, city precinct or transport hub.

Maximum protected storage

Twenty-four bays of up to 20TB each give as much as 480TB, with RAID 0/1/5/6/10 and N+M hot spare so a drive failure need not lose footage.

Always-on power

A redundant power supply means a single supply or circuit fault will not stop recording, which matters on airports, hospitals and utilities.

Honest bandwidth figures

Incoming bandwidth is 1280 Mbps and drops to 640 Mbps in RAID mode, so you can size a 256-camera load without surprises.

05Where it fits

Right at home in these scenarios

Airports and transport

Continuous, redundant recording across terminals, aprons and platforms with watch-list face alerts.

Smart-city and council

Aggregate street, junction and public-space cameras with perimeter analytics and large face libraries.

Hospitals and healthcare

Protect entries, wards, car parks and pharmacies with high-uptime storage and rapid incident search.

Critical infrastructure

Power, water and data-centre sites where RAID and redundant power keep footage intact.

06Setup

Installation & setup

  1. In the box

    DS-96256NXI-S24R recorder, power cables, mouse and rack-mount hardware. Hard drives are not included.

  2. Storage and RAID

    Fit up to twenty-four surveillance or enterprise drives (up to 20TB each), then configure RAID 0/1/5/6/10 or N+M hot spare. Plan camera bitrates around the RAID-mode bandwidth.

  3. Powering cameras

    This recorder has no built-in PoE. Power all cameras from separate switches sized to a 256-camera system, then add them over the four 2.5GbE ports.

  4. Power and mounting

    Connect the redundant power supplies to separate circuits where possible, and install in a 3U rack with strong front-to-rear airflow.

08Questions

Frequently asked about the DS96256NXI-S24R

Q.01

How many cameras can the DS-96256NXI-S24R record?
Up to 256 IP cameras, with 1280 Mbps of incoming bandwidth (640 Mbps in RAID mode).
Q.02

Does it come with hard drives?
No. It is supplied without hard drives. It has 24 SATA bays accepting up to 20TB per drive, for a raw capacity of up to 480TB.
Q.03

Which RAID modes does it support?
RAID 0, 1, 5, 6 and 10, plus N+M hot spare so a standby drive can rebuild the array automatically.
Q.04

Does this NVR have built-in PoE ports?
No. It is a back-end recorder, so cameras are powered from separate switches and added over the four 2.5GbE network ports.
Q.05

What AI does the recorder run itself?
On-board AcuSense face recognition, perimeter protection, video structuralization and AcuSearch, with up to 64 face libraries holding 300,000 images.
Q.06

Is there protection against power failure?
Yes. It supports a redundant power supply, so recording continues if one supply or circuit fails.
Q.07

Can it output 8K video?
Yes. HDMI outputs up to 8K (7680 x 4320) for a detailed control-room display.
Q.08

Why does bandwidth drop in RAID mode?
Running a RAID array adds overhead, so incoming bandwidth steps down from 1280 Mbps to 640 Mbps. We list both figures so you can size a 256-camera load accurately.

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?

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.

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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