HIKVISION DS-96128NI-I16

Hikvision DS-96128NI-I16 (128 Channel 4K Ultra Series Network Video Recorder)

The Hikvision DS-96128NI-I16 is a high-performance 128-channel Ultra Series Network Video Recorder (NVR) designed for large-scale IP surveillance systems. It supports ultra-high-definition video recording, advanced RAID storage, and powerful decoding capabilities, making it ideal for enterprise-grade security installations.

This professional NVR is engineered for mission-critical surveillance environments such as smart cities, airports, industrial facilities, and large commercial infrastructures, where high reliability, scalability, and continuous recording are essential.

Key Features

• Supports up to 128 IP camera inputs
• Incoming bandwidth up to 576 Mbps (RAID mode dependent)
• Dual HDMI output supporting 4K ultra HD display
• 1 VGA output for additional monitor support
• Supports H.265+, H.265, H.264+, and H.264 video formats
• Advanced RAID support: RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and N+1 hot spare
• Up to 16 SATA HDDs support (high-capacity storage expansion)
• ONVIF and multi-brand IP camera compatibility
• Smart streaming for smooth playback in low network conditions
• Support for ANPR, fisheye, and people counting cameras

Technical Highlights

• IP Camera Input: 128 channels
• Incoming Bandwidth: up to 576 Mbps (RAID mode)
• Outgoing Bandwidth: up to 512 Mbps
• Video Output: Dual HDMI (4K) + VGA output
• Decoding Format: H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264, MPEG4, MJPEG
• Max Decoding Capacity: Multi-stream support up to 16 playback channels
• Storage Interface: Up to 16 SATA HDDs (up to 10TB per HDD)
• Network Interface: 4 × RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet ports
• USB Ports: USB 2.0 (front) + USB 3.0 (rear)
• Alarm I/O: 16 inputs / 8 outputs

Advanced Storage & RAID Features

• RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 support
• N+1 hot spare configuration for system redundancy
• High reliability storage architecture for data protection
• Stable recording even under disk failure conditions

Why Choose Hikvision DS-96128NI-I16?

• Enterprise-grade 128-channel surveillance management
• Ultra HD 4K output for professional monitoring centers
• Highly scalable storage with RAID redundancy
• Supports multiple camera brands via ONVIF
• Designed for 24/7 continuous security operation
• Ideal for large infrastructure and critical security projects

Applications

• Smart city surveillance systems
• Airports, railway stations, and transport hubs
• Industrial plants and manufacturing units
• Large corporate campuses and IT parks
• Shopping malls and commercial complexes
• Government and defense security installations

System Benefits

• Centralized management of large camera networks
• High bandwidth processing for smooth video streaming
• Reliable RAID storage for data protection
• Efficient multi-channel playback and monitoring
• Scalable architecture for future expansion

Important Notes

• Supports up to 16 hard drives (HDD not included)
• Performance depends on camera resolution and bitrate
• Professional installation recommended for enterprise systems
• Compatible with Hikvision and ONVIF-compliant devices

Conclusion

The Hikvision DS-96128NI-I16 is a powerful 128-channel Ultra Series NVR designed for large-scale surveillance systems. With 4K output, advanced RAID storage, and high decoding capacity, it delivers reliable and scalable performance for modern security infrastructures.