Overview
The Hikvision DS‑96128NI‑I24 is an enterprise 4U rackmount Network Video Recorder engineered for large IP CCTV deployments. It supports up to 128 IP channels, advanced H.265/H.265+ compression, and high‑capacity storage via 24 hot‑swappable SATA bays. Designed for continuous operation, it provides RAID and expansion options, dual independent 4K HDMI outputs and comprehensive network interfaces.

• Key selling points:
  • Supports up to 128 IP camera channels for large‑scale installations.
  • 24 hot‑swappable SATA HDD bays — up to 10 TB per bay (internal up to 240 TB).
  • Flexible RAID: RAID 0/1/5/6/10 plus N+1 hot spare for redundancy.
  • Dual independent 4K HDMI outputs (plus VGA) and high decode performance for multi‑monitor viewing.
  • Supports H.265/H.265+/H.264/H.264+ codecs and wide third‑party camera compatibility (ONVIF).

Use cases
Ideal for enterprise, city‑wide or large‑site CCTV systems requiring many channels, long‑term retention and high resolution. Suitable for control rooms, transport hubs, retail estate and municipal surveillance.

Installation & compliance

• Refer to Hikvision datasheet and local regulations for installation guidance and firmware/region variants.
• Given the scale and power requirements, installation by a qualified CCTV/network engineer is recommended.
• Product is marked as discontinued by the manufacturer — confirm availability, regional firmware and support/warranty terms before purchase.

Safety & notes
Check compatibility with your cameras and storage plan. For warranty, firmware updates and regional certifications (CE/UKCA), consult Hikvision product resources or authorised reseller documentation.