DS-7608NI-Q2/8P 8-Channel PoE NVR with 4TB HDD
Includes a 4TB HDD for projects that need centralized recording, direct PoE camera connections, and flexible storage expansion.
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This DS-7608NI-Q2/8P configuration includes a 4TB hard drive, giving commercial surveillance projects both the recorder and recording storage in one purchase.
Eight built-in PoE ports allow compatible cameras to connect directly for power and data, while dual SATA support provides flexibility for future storage expansion.
Storage and Installation Benefits
- 4TB HDD Included – Includes a 4TB hard drive for local video storage.
- Direct PoE Connections – Eight built-in PoE ports help simplify camera power and network cabling.
- Storage Expansion – Dual SATA interfaces provide flexibility for future storage upgrades.
- Centralized Management – Keeps live viewing, recording, and playback in one system.
Recommended Applications
- Retail Stores
- Restaurants
- Small Offices
- Medical Offices
- Convenience Stores
- Small Warehouses
- Professional Service Locations
| Storage Configuration | |
|---|---|
| Included HDD | 1 × 4 TB HDD included |
| Internal Storage | 2 × SATA interfaces |
| Maximum HDD Capacity | Up to 8 TB per HDD |
| Maximum Supported Storage | Up to 16 TB across two supported HDDs |
| Video Input | |
|---|---|
| IP Camera Inputs | Up to 8 channels |
| Incoming Bandwidth | Up to 80 Mbps |
| Outgoing Bandwidth | Up to 80 Mbps |
| Video & Recording | |
|---|---|
| Maximum Recording Resolution | Up to 8 MP |
| Video Compression | H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264 |
| Intelligent Analytics | |
|---|---|
| Motion Detection | Motion Detection 2.0 |
| Human & Vehicle Analysis | Supported on up to 4 channels |
| Decoding & Playback | |
|---|---|
| Decoding Capacity | 1 × 8 MP at 30 fps or 5 × 1080p at 30 fps |
| Synchronized Playback | Up to 8 channels |
| Video Output | |
|---|---|
| HDMI Output | 1 × HDMI |
| Maximum HDMI Resolution | Up to 4K, 4096 × 2160 at 30 Hz |
| VGA Output | 1 × VGA, up to 1920 × 1080 at 60 Hz |
| Video Output Mode | Simultaneous HDMI and VGA output |
| PoE | |
|---|---|
| PoE Ports | 8 × RJ45 10/100 Mbps PoE ports |
| PoE Standards | IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at |
| Total PoE Power Budget | Up to 80 W |
| Network | |
|---|---|
| Network Interface | 1 × RJ45 10/100 Mbps self-adaptive Ethernet interface |
| Audio & USB | |
|---|---|
| Audio Output | 1 × RCA |
| Two-Way Audio | 1 × RCA interface |
| USB Interface | 2 × USB 2.0 |
| Power & Physical | |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 48 VDC, 2.5 A |
| Power Consumption | ≤ 15 W without HDD and with PoE off |
| Chassis | 1U |
| Dimensions | 385 × 315 × 52 mm (15.2 × 12.4 × 2.0 in) |
| Weight | ≤ 2.6 kg (5.7 lb) without HDD |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to 55°C (14°F to 131°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% |
Find answers to common questions about camera compatibility, channel capacity, PoE connectivity, recording, storage, remote viewing, and system installation.
What is the benefit of choosing the NVR with a 4TB HDD?
The included 4TB hard drive lets buyers purchase the recorder and local storage together. Actual recording retention depends on camera count, resolution, frame rate, bitrate, compression settings, and recording schedule.
Is the 4TB version suitable for a retail store?
Yes. An eight-camera system can cover areas such as entrances, checkout zones, stockrooms, offices, and selected exterior locations. The included 4TB HDD gives the system local storage from the start, while actual retention depends on recording settings.
Can this NVR be used in restaurants and small offices?
The eight-channel capacity is well suited to smaller commercial sites that need centralized recording across several important areas. Built-in PoE also helps keep camera wiring and network hardware simpler.
Is the DS-7608NI-Q2/8P with 4TB suitable for a small warehouse?
It can support smaller warehouse projects covering entrances, loading areas, storage aisles, offices, and other selected locations. Installers should verify camera count, PoE power requirements, bandwidth, and desired recording retention before finalizing the system.
What is the benefit of choosing the NVR with a 4TB HDD?
The included 4TB drive provides local recording capacity without requiring the buyer to source the initial hard drive separately. This makes the configuration useful for projects where the recorder and storage are being purchased together.
How long will a 4TB HDD record eight cameras?
Recording time cannot be determined by drive capacity alone. Retention depends on camera count, resolution, frame rate, bitrate, compression, scene activity, and whether the system records continuously or only during scheduled or event-based periods.
Can more storage be added later?
Yes. The recorder provides two SATA interfaces and supports up to 8TB per drive. This allows the storage configuration to be expanded later, subject to the recorder's supported drive capacities and the project's retention requirements.
Does this NVR have built-in PoE for all eight cameras?
Yes. Eight built-in PoE ports support compatible cameras using IEEE 802.3af or 802.3at, with a total PoE power budget of up to 80W. Installers should verify individual camera power requirements before deployment.
Does the DS-7608NI-Q2/8P support human and vehicle classification?
Motion Detection 2.0 supports human and vehicle analysis on up to four channels according to the current product specifications. This can help make motion-event review more focused when the system is configured with supported cameras.
What are the main specifications of this 4TB NVR configuration?
The recorder supports up to eight IP cameras, includes eight PoE ports, provides up to 80 Mbps incoming bandwidth, records resolutions up to 8MP, and has two SATA interfaces. This configuration also includes one 4TB hard drive.