Key Features

• 8-Channel IP Network Video Recorder
• 8 Built-In PoE Camera Ports
• Hikvision M-Series NVR
• IP Camera Input Resolution up to 32MP
• 128Mbps Incoming Bandwidth
• 256Mbps Outgoing Bandwidth
• HDMI Video Output up to 8K
• 4K Ultra HD Display Support
• Independent HDMI & VGA Outputs
• Up to 8 × 8MP @ 30fps Decoding
• H.265+ Video Compression
• H.265 / H.264+ / H.264 Support
• Dual-Stream Recording
• 8-Channel Synchronous Playback
• 2 SATA Hard Drive Bays
• Up to 16TB Per HDD
• Up to 32TB Total Raw HDD Capacity
• Gigabit Ethernet Network Interface
• 8 × IEEE 802.3af/at PoE Interfaces
• Up to 120W PoE Power Budget
• Up to 8 Compatible IP Speakers
• 4 Alarm Inputs
• 1 Alarm Output
• CVBS Video Output
• RCA Audio Output
• Two-Way Audio Interface
• Hik-Connect Remote Access
• ONVIF & RTSP Camera Integration
• Advanced Cybersecurity Features
• Compact Professional 1U Design

8-Channel IP Camera Recording

The DS-7608NI-M2/8P supports connection of up to:

8 IP Cameras

This makes it an excellent choice for medium-sized residential and commercial CCTV installations requiring more expansion capacity than a 4-channel recorder without moving to a larger 16-channel system.

Typical applications include:

• Residential Homes
• Large Residential Properties
• Retail Stores
• Offices
• Workshops
• Warehouses
• Cafes & Restaurants
• Small Commercial Buildings
• Car Parks
• Professional CCTV Systems

8 Built-In PoE Camera Ports

The recorder incorporates:

8 × RJ45 PoE Camera Interfaces

Compatible PoE cameras can connect directly to the NVR using Ethernet cabling.

A single compatible Cat5e or Cat6 cable can carry:

• Camera Power
• Network Data
• Video
• Audio where supported
• Intelligent Event Information

This simplifies professional IP CCTV installation and reduces the requirement for separate camera power supplies or external PoE switches in standard eight-camera systems.

IEEE 802.3af/at PoE

The eight integrated PoE ports support:

• IEEE 802.3af
• IEEE 802.3at

with a combined PoE power budget of up to:

120W

This allows the recorder to power a wide range of compatible Hikvision cameras, subject to the individual power requirements of each camera and the NVR's total available PoE budget.

Up to 32MP IP Camera Input

The DS-7608NI-M2/8P supports IP camera input resolutions up to:

32 Megapixels

The current specification supports recording resolutions including:

• 32MP
• 24MP
• 16MP
• 12MP
• 8MP
• 7MP
• 6MP
• 5MP
• 4MP
• 3MP
• 1080p
• Lower Supported Resolutions

This gives the recorder excellent flexibility for current and future high-resolution CCTV installations.

128Mbps Incoming Bandwidth

The DS-7608NI-M2/8P provides:

128Mbps Incoming Bandwidth

Incoming bandwidth determines the total amount of camera-stream data the recorder can receive.

The 128Mbps capacity provides substantial flexibility for an 8-camera system using modern high-resolution cameras.

Camera resolution, frame rate, compression and bit rate should still be configured within the total available bandwidth.

256Mbps Outgoing Bandwidth

The recorder provides up to:

256Mbps Outgoing Bandwidth

This provides substantial capacity for:

• Remote Viewing
• Network Playback
• Hik-Connect
• Multiple Remote Connections
• CCTV Workstations
• Central Monitoring
• Video Management

Actual performance depends on the complete network and surveillance configuration.

Powerful 8MP Decoding

The current DS-7608NI-M2/8P provides decoding capacity up to:

8 Channels × 8MP @ 30fps

This makes it particularly well suited to CCTV systems built around 8MP / 4K Hikvision cameras.

The recorder also supports higher-resolution decoding configurations including:

• 2 × 32MP @ 30fps
• 3 × 24MP @ 30fps
• 4 × 16MP @ 30fps
• 6 × 12MP @ 30fps
• 8 × 8MP @ 30fps

Actual decoding performance depends on the configured camera streams and recorder operating conditions.

HDMI Output up to 8K

The DS-7608NI-M2/8P provides HDMI display output up to:

7680 × 4320 @ 30Hz – 8K

Supported HDMI resolutions include:

• 8K – 7680 × 4320 @ 30Hz
• 4K – 3840 × 2160 @ 60Hz
• 4K – 3840 × 2160 @ 30Hz
• 2K – 2560 × 1440 @ 60Hz
• Full HD – 1920 × 1080 @ 60Hz
• Additional Supported Resolutions

This allows connection to compatible high-resolution displays for detailed local CCTV monitoring.

Independent HDMI & VGA Outputs

The recorder provides:

• 1 × HDMI Output
• 1 × VGA Output

with independent HDMI and VGA video output.

VGA supports resolutions up to:

1920 × 1080 @ 60Hz

Independent outputs provide additional flexibility when configuring local surveillance displays.

CVBS Video Output

The DS-7608NI-M2/8P also incorporates:

1 × BNC CVBS Video Output

This provides additional flexibility for specialised CCTV monitoring and integration applications.

8-Channel Synchronous Playback

The NVR supports:

8-Channel Synchronous Playback

Recorded footage from all eight cameras can therefore be reviewed simultaneously when required.

This can be particularly useful when investigating incidents moving through several monitored areas, such as:

• Entrances
• Driveways
• Corridors
• Car Parks
• Warehouses
• Building Perimeters

H.265+ Video Compression

The DS-7608NI-M2/8P supports Hikvision's efficient H.265+ video compression.

Supported video formats include:

• H.265+
• H.265
• H.264+
• H.264

H.265+ can help reduce network bandwidth and surveillance storage requirements compared with older compression technologies, depending on camera configuration and the monitored scene.

This is particularly valuable when recording multiple 6MP and 8MP cameras continuously.

Dual-Stream Recording

The NVR supports dual-stream recording, providing greater flexibility when balancing:

• High-Quality Main Recording
• Remote Viewing
• Mobile Viewing
• Network Bandwidth
• Storage Requirements

Dual SATA Hard Drive Storage

The DS-7608NI-M2/8P incorporates:

2 × SATA HDD Interfaces

Each SATA interface supports a surveillance hard drive capacity of up to:

16TB Per HDD

This provides a maximum raw installed storage capacity of up to:

32TB across two HDDs

using compatible drives.

Selectable Surveillance Storage

When purchasing the NVR with storage:

HDD: Select storage capacity from available options

The required storage capacity depends on:

• Number of Cameras
• Camera Resolution
• Frame Rate
• Video Bit Rate
• H.265+ Configuration
• Scene Activity
• Continuous vs Event Recording
• Required Recording Retention

For high-resolution 6MP and 8MP CCTV systems, selecting the appropriate storage capacity is particularly important.

Hik-Connect Remote Access

When connected to the internet and correctly configured, the DS-7608NI-M2/8P supports Hik-Connect remote surveillance.

Depending on the connected cameras and overall system configuration, remote functionality can include:

• Live Camera Viewing
• Recorded Playback
• Event Notifications
• Remote CCTV Access
• Audio Monitoring
• Two-Way Communication with Compatible Equipment

Compatible Intelligent Camera Functions

The DS-7608NI-M2/8P supports multiple VCA events and integration with compatible Hikvision smart cameras.

Depending on the connected camera model and system configuration, supported camera-side functions can include:

• Motion Detection
• Line Crossing Detection
• Intrusion Detection
• Human & Vehicle Classification
• Heat Mapping
• People Counting
• ANPR
• Other Compatible VCA Functions

Available intelligent functions depend on the connected camera model, firmware and system configuration.

Hikvision ColorVu Compatibility

The NVR is an excellent platform for compatible Hikvision ColorVu and ColorVu 3.0 cameras.

Depending on the connected camera, a complete system can incorporate features such as:

• 24/7 Colour Imaging
• Smart Hybrid Light
• Human & Vehicle Classification
• Active Deterrence
• Strobe Warning
• Audible Warning
• Two-Way Audio

Actual functionality depends on the connected camera model.

Hikvision AcuSense Compatibility

Compatible Hikvision AcuSense cameras can provide deep-learning human and vehicle classification to help reduce unnecessary security events.

Depending on the camera and system configuration, this can improve:

• Event Notifications
• Recorded Event Searching
• Perimeter Monitoring
• Human Detection
• Vehicle Detection

Hikvision DarkFighter Compatibility

The DS-7608NI-M2/8P can also be paired with compatible Powered-by-DarkFighter cameras for professional low-light CCTV applications.

This makes it suitable for installations such as:

• Car Parks
• Warehouses
• Commercial Properties
• Driveways
• Industrial Sites
• Building Perimeters

Up to 8 IP Speakers

The current DS-7608NI-M2/8P platform supports connection of up to:

8 Compatible IP Speakers

This provides additional integration options for professional security installations requiring network audio, warnings or remote communication.

Compatibility should be confirmed for the specific speaker and system configuration.

Two-Way Audio Interface

The NVR provides:

1 × RCA Two-Way Audio Interface

and:

1 × RCA Audio Output

Actual audio functionality depends on the connected cameras, microphones, speakers and complete system configuration.

Alarm Inputs & Output

For professional security integration, the recorder provides:

• 4 Alarm Inputs
• 1 Alarm Output

These can be used with compatible external devices such as:

• Door Contacts
• Sensors
• External Alarms
• Security Triggers
• Warning Devices

Gigabit Network Interface

The recorder incorporates:

1 × RJ45 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Interface

This supports:

• Internet Connectivity
• Hik-Connect
• Local Network Access
• Remote Viewing
• Network Playback
• CCTV Workstations
• System Management

ONVIF & RTSP Integration

The DS-7608NI-M2/8P supports compatible third-party IP camera integration through:

• ONVIF
• RTSP

Compatibility and available functionality should always be confirmed for the specific third-party camera before installation.

Advanced Cybersecurity

The current M-Series platform incorporates professional cybersecurity features including support for:

• Secure Boot
• Signed Firmware
• HTTPS Encryption
• Password Protection
• IP & MAC Address Filtering
• Live View & Playback Stream Encryption
• IEEE 802.1X Network Access Control
• Brute-Force Delay Protection
• Centralised Certificate Management

These features help provide a more secure foundation for professionally configured network surveillance systems.

USB Connectivity

The recorder includes:

• 1 × USB 2.0 – Front
• 1 × USB 3.0 – Rear

USB interfaces can be used for supported functions such as:

• Video Export
• System Backup
• Compatible Peripheral Devices

The rear USB 3.0 port provides faster transfer performance with compatible storage devices.

Professional 1U Design

The DS-7608NI-M2/8P uses a compact professional 1U chassis.

Approximate dimensions:

385 × 315 × 52mm

Weight without HDD:

≤ 3kg

Operating temperature:

-10°C to +55°C

This makes the recorder suitable for installation in compatible CCTV cabinets, communications rooms and equipment areas.

Main Specifications

• Model: DS-7608NI-M2/8P
• Product Type: Network Video Recorder
• Series: Hikvision M-Series
• Form Factor: 1U
• IP Camera Inputs: 8 Channels
• Maximum Camera Input Resolution: Up to 32MP
• Built-In PoE Ports: 8
• PoE Interfaces: 8 × RJ45 10/100Mbps
• PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3af/at
• PoE Power Budget: Up to 120W
• Incoming Bandwidth: 128Mbps
• Outgoing Bandwidth: 256Mbps
• Decoding: Up to 8 × 8MP @ 30fps
• Maximum HDMI Resolution: 8K – 7680 × 4320 @ 30Hz
• 4K HDMI: Up to 3840 × 2160 @ 60Hz
• VGA Output: Up to 1920 × 1080 @ 60Hz
• HDMI/VGA Independent Output: Supported
• CVBS Output: 1 × BNC
• Video Compression: H.265+ / H.265 / H.264+ / H.264
• Dual-Stream Recording: Supported
• Synchronous Playback: 8 Channels
• SATA Interfaces: 2
• Maximum HDD Capacity: Up to 16TB Per HDD
• Maximum Raw HDD Capacity: Up to 32TB
• Network Interface: 1 × Gigabit Ethernet
• Remote Connections: Up to 128
• IP Speaker Support: Up to 8 Compatible IP Speakers
• Audio Output: 1 × RCA
• Two-Way Audio: 1 × RCA
• Alarm Inputs: 4
• Alarm Output: 1
• USB: 1 × USB 2.0 Front + 1 × USB 3.0 Rear
• Hik-Connect: Supported
• ONVIF: Supported
• RTSP: Supported
• Dimensions: Approx. 385 × 315 × 52mm
• Weight: ≤3kg Without HDD
• Operating Temperature: -10°C to +55°C
• Application: Professional Residential & Commercial IP CCTV Systems

Ideal For

• 8-Camera CCTV Systems
• Residential Homes
• Large Residential Properties
• Retail Stores
• Offices
• Workshops
• Warehouses
• Restaurants & Cafes
• Apartment Common Areas
• Commercial Buildings
• Car Parks
• Small Industrial Sites
• Hikvision ColorVu Systems
• Hikvision ColorVu 3.0 Systems
• Hikvision AcuSense Systems
• Hikvision DarkFighter Systems
• Hikvision Smart Hybrid Light Systems
• 6MP CCTV Systems
• 8MP / 4K CCTV Systems
• Professional High-Resolution CCTV Installations

Benefits

• Professional 8-channel M-Series NVR
• 8 integrated PoE camera ports
• Up to 32MP IP camera input
• 128Mbps incoming bandwidth
• 256Mbps outgoing bandwidth
• 8-channel 8MP decoding at 30fps
• 8K HDMI output
• 4K HDMI up to 60Hz
• 8-channel synchronous playback
• H.265+ compression
• Dual-stream recording
• 2 HDD bays
• Up to 16TB per HDD
• Up to 32TB total raw storage
• 120W PoE power budget
• Gigabit networking
• Hik-Connect remote access
• ONVIF & RTSP integration
• Compatible intelligent camera functions
• Up to 8 compatible IP speakers
• Professional cybersecurity features
• Compact 1U chassis

The Hikvision DS-7608NI-M2/8P 8-Channel 8 PoE M-Series 8K Network Video Recorder provides an excellent balance of performance, storage and expansion capacity for modern professional CCTV systems.

With 8 built-in PoE interfaces, up to 32MP IP camera input, 128Mbps incoming bandwidth, 256Mbps outgoing bandwidth, up to 8-channel 8MP decoding at 30fps, 8K HDMI output, H.265+ compression, dual HDD storage and Hik-Connect remote access, it is an excellent foundation for high-resolution Hikvision ColorVu, AcuSense, DarkFighter and Smart Hybrid Light CCTV systems.

DS-7616NI-M2/16P

16-ch 1U 16 PoE 8K NVR

• H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264 video formats
• Up to 16-ch IP camera inputs
• Up to 16-ch@4MP decoding capacity
• Up to 256 Mbps incoming bandwidth
• Up to 8-ch IP speakers can be connected

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