DS-7632NI-K2/16P 32-Channel 16-Port PoE NVR with Dual-Bay Storage
A practical option for larger camera systems that need direct PoE connections, centralized recording, and flexible local storage.
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The DS-7632NI-K2/16P is designed for larger commercial surveillance systems that need centralized recording for up to 32 IP cameras while keeping many camera connections directly at the recorder.
Sixteen built-in PoE ports help simplify power and network cabling for compatible cameras, while dual-drive storage gives installers flexibility when planning retention for growing multi-camera systems.
Installation and Recording Benefits
- Direct PoE Connections – Sixteen built-in PoE ports help reduce separate power and switching hardware.
- Higher Camera Capacity – Supports up to 32 IP cameras for larger commercial deployments.
- Flexible Storage – Two internal drive bays provide room for retention planning and future expansion.
- Centralized Management – Keeps live viewing, recording, playback, and camera management in one platform.
Recommended Applications
- Warehouses
- Distribution Centers
- Commercial Offices
- Schools
- Retail Properties
- Light Industrial Facilities
- Multi-Tenant Buildings
| Video Input | |
|---|---|
| IP Camera Inputs | Up to 32 channels |
| Incoming Bandwidth | Up to 256 Mbps |
| Outgoing Bandwidth | Up to 160 Mbps |
| Video & Recording | |
|---|---|
| Maximum Recording Resolution | Up to 12 MP |
| Video Compression | H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264 |
| Smart Camera Integration | |
|---|---|
| VCA Events | Supports compatible VCA events from connected cameras |
| Special Camera Functions | Supports compatible motion, line crossing, intrusion, ANPR/LPR, and other camera-side smart functions |
| Decoding & Playback | |
|---|---|
| Decoding Capacity | Up to 1 × 12 MP, 2 × 8 MP, 4 × 4 MP, or 8 × 1080p |
| Synchronized Playback | Up to 16 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 | 2 × SATA interfaces |
| Maximum HDD Capacity | Up to 10 TB per HDD |
| PoE | |
|---|---|
| PoE Ports | 16 × RJ45 10/100 Mbps PoE ports |
| PoE Standards | IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at |
| Total PoE Power Budget | Up to 200 W |
| Network | |
|---|---|
| Network Interface | 1 × RJ45 10/100/1000 Mbps self-adaptive Ethernet interface |
| Remote Connections | Up to 128 |
| Audio | |
|---|---|
| Audio Input | 1 × RCA |
| Audio Output | 1 × RCA |
| Two-Way Audio | 1 × RCA interface using the audio input |
| Alarm & USB | |
|---|---|
| Alarm Input | 4 channels |
| Alarm Output | 1 channel |
| USB Interface | Front: 1 × USB; Rear: 1 × USB |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | ≤ 15 W without HDD and with PoE off |
| Physical & Environmental | |
|---|---|
| Chassis | 1U |
| Dimensions | 385 × 315 × 52 mm (15.2 × 12.4 × 2.0 in) |
| Weight | ≤ 3 kg (6.6 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 size commercial projects is the DS-7632NI-K2/16P suitable for?
The DS-7632NI-K2/16P is designed for commercial surveillance systems requiring up to 32 IP cameras. It is a practical option for warehouses, distribution centers, offices, schools, retail properties, and light industrial facilities that need centralized recording with built-in PoE connectivity.
Is the DS-7632NI-K2/16P suitable for warehouse surveillance?
Its 32-camera capacity can support coverage around loading docks, warehouse aisles, entrances, shipping areas, offices, and exterior locations. Sixteen built-in PoE ports can also simplify installation for cameras that terminate directly at the recorder.
Can this NVR be used in a school or commercial office building?
Yes. Compatible cameras can be deployed around entrances, corridors, offices, common areas, parking areas, and other selected locations. The final network and storage design should be based on the number of cameras, recording settings, and required retention.
Can the DS-7632NI-K2/16P be used for an existing system expansion?
It can be considered for compatible system upgrades where additional camera capacity, built-in PoE connections, or dual-drive storage is needed. Installers should verify camera compatibility, network settings, firmware, bandwidth, and storage requirements before deployment.
Why does this 32-channel NVR have only 16 PoE ports?
The recorder supports up to 32 IP camera channels but includes 16 direct PoE connections. Additional compatible cameras can connect through external PoE switches or other network infrastructure, subject to the recorder's channel and bandwidth limits.
What is the benefit of the built-in PoE ports?
The 16 PoE ports can provide network data and power to compatible cameras through the recorder, helping reduce separate switching and power hardware for cameras connected directly to the NVR.
Does the DS-7632NI-K2/16P support smart camera events?
The recorder can receive supported VCA events and selected smart functions from compatible cameras, including functions such as motion detection, line crossing, intrusion detection, and ANPR/LPR. Available features depend on the connected camera and configuration.
How much storage can be installed in the DS-7632NI-K2/16P?
The recorder provides two internal SATA interfaces and supports hard drives up to 10TB per bay. Actual recording retention depends on camera count, resolution, bitrate, frame rate, compression settings, scene activity, and recording schedule.
What should installers consider when using all 16 PoE ports?
The built-in PoE interfaces share a total power budget of up to 200W. Installers should calculate the power draw of each connected camera and keep the combined requirement within the supported PoE budget.
What are the main specifications of the DS-7632NI-K2/16P?
The recorder supports up to 32 IP cameras, includes 16 built-in PoE ports, provides up to 256 Mbps incoming bandwidth, includes two SATA drive bays, supports 4K HDMI output, and provides up to 16-channel synchronized playback.