DS-7608NXI-K1/8P 8-Channel AcuSense PoE NVR
A solid fit for small commercial systems that need direct camera connections, smarter event review, and centralized recording.
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The DS-7608NXI-K1/8P is an 8-channel AcuSense PoE NVR built for small commercial systems that need simpler camera connections and centralized recording.
Built-in PoE helps installers reduce separate network hardware, while intelligent human and vehicle analysis makes event review more focused and day-to-day system management easier.
Installation Efficiency Benefits
- Simpler Deployment – Built-in PoE helps reduce separate camera power and network hardware.
- Focused Event Review – Human and vehicle classification helps operators find relevant activity faster.
- Centralized Management – Keeps recording, playback, and camera access in one system.
Recommended Applications
- Retail Stores
- Small Offices
- Restaurants
- Medical Offices
- Convenience Stores
- Small Warehouses
- Professional Service Locations
| Video Input | |
|---|---|
| IP Camera Inputs | Up to 8 channels |
| Incoming Bandwidth | Up to 80 Mbps |
| Outgoing Bandwidth | Up to 80 Mbps |
| Video & Recording | |
|---|---|
| Recording Resolution | 12 MP / 8 MP / 6 MP / 5 MP / 4 MP / 3 MP / 1080p / UXGA / 720p / VGA / 4CIF / DCIF / 2CIF / CIF / QCIF |
| Video Compression | H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264 |
| Intelligent Analytics | |
|---|---|
| AcuSense | Supported |
| Motion Detection 2.0 | Supported on all channels with human and vehicle classification |
| Facial Recognition | 1-channel video stream analysis or up to 4-channel face picture comparison |
| Smart Search & Playback | Supported |
| Decoding & Playback | |
|---|---|
| Decoding Capacity | Up to 1 × 12 MP, 2 × 8 MP, 4 × 4 MP, or 8 × 1080p |
| Synchronized Playback | Up to 8 channels |
| Video Output | |
|---|---|
| HDMI Output | 1 × HDMI |
| Maximum HDMI Resolution | Up to 4K, 3840 × 2160 at 30 Hz |
| VGA Output | 1 × VGA, up to 1920 × 1080 at 60 Hz |
| Video Output Mode | Independent HDMI and VGA outputs |
| Storage | |
|---|---|
| Internal Storage | 1 × SATA interface |
| Maximum HDD Capacity | Up to 10 TB per HDD |
| PoE | |
|---|---|
| PoE Ports | 8 × RJ45 10/100 Mbps PoE ports |
| PoE Standards | IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at |
| Total PoE Power Budget | Up to 75 W |
| Network | |
|---|---|
| Network Interface | 1 × RJ45 10/100/1000 Mbps self-adaptive Ethernet port |
| API | ONVIF Profile S/G, SDK, ISAPI |
| Network Protocols | TCP/IP, DHCP, IPv4, IPv6, DNS, DDNS, NTP, RTSP, SADP, SMTP, SNMP, NFS, iSCSI, ISUP, UPnP, HTTP, HTTPS |
| Audio & USB | |
|---|---|
| Audio Output | 1 × RCA |
| Two-Way Audio | 1 × RCA interface using compatible external audio equipment |
| USB Interface | Front: 1 × USB 2.0; Rear: 1 × USB 2.0 |
| Power & Physical | |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 48 VDC, 1.875 A |
| Power Consumption | ≤ 10 W without HDD and with PoE off |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to 55°C (14°F to 131°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% |
| Dimensions | 320 × 240 × 48 mm (12.6 × 9.4 × 1.9 in) |
| Weight | ≤ 1 kg (2.2 lb) without HDD |
Find answers to common questions about camera compatibility, channel capacity, PoE connectivity, recording, storage, remote viewing, and system installation.
What commercial projects is the DS-7608NXI-K1/8P suitable for?
The DS-7608NXI-K1/8P is well suited for smaller commercial surveillance projects requiring up to eight IP cameras. Typical environments include retail stores, offices, restaurants, clinics, convenience stores, and small warehouses where centralized recording and straightforward camera installation are priorities.
Is the DS-7608NXI-K1/8P suitable for retail stores?
Its eight-camera capacity can support coverage around entrances, checkout areas, stockrooms, employee spaces, and exterior access points. Integrated PoE also helps installers keep smaller retail deployments organized without requiring separate power connections for each compatible camera.
Can this NVR be used in a small office or medical practice?
The recorder can support cameras positioned around reception areas, entrances, corridors, offices, storage rooms, and other selected business spaces. Its compact channel capacity makes it practical for sites that need professional recording without moving to a larger multi-drive recorder.
Can the DS-7608NXI-K1/8P replace an existing commercial recorder?
It can be considered for compatible recorder replacement and system upgrade projects. Installers should verify the existing cameras, firmware, network settings, recording requirements, PoE power needs, and supported intelligent functions before replacing an existing recording platform.
How does AcuSense help with event review?
AcuSense supports human and vehicle classification for compatible intelligent events, helping operators focus on more relevant activity during playback and event searches. This can reduce time spent reviewing motion caused by less important scene activity.
Does the DS-7608NXI-K1/8P support Motion Detection 2.0?
Yes. The official specifications list Motion Detection 2.0 support across the recorder's camera channels. Human and vehicle classification can help make motion-based event searches more useful for commercial security teams.
Does this NVR support facial recognition?
The official specifications list facial recognition functions, including analysis of one video stream and face picture comparison functions under supported configurations. Actual availability depends on camera compatibility, firmware, system settings, and how the analytics are configured.
Does the DS-7608NXI-K1/8P require a separate PoE switch?
The recorder includes eight built-in PoE ports, so compatible cameras can connect directly to the NVR in many standard installations. Installers should still verify individual camera power requirements and keep the complete deployment within the recorder's supported PoE power budget.
How much recording storage can be installed?
The base DS-7608NXI-K1/8P provides one internal SATA interface supporting a hard drive up to 10 TB. Actual recording retention depends on camera count, resolution, frame rate, compression settings, scene activity, and the selected recording schedule.
How many cameras and PoE ports does the DS-7608NXI-K1/8P support?
The recorder supports up to eight IP camera inputs and includes eight built-in PoE interfaces. It also provides up to 80 Mbps incoming bandwidth and supports recording and decoding of compatible high-resolution camera streams.