Dahua NVR2108HS-8P-4KS3 – 8-Channel NVR with 8 PoE, 12MP, 1 HDD up to 20TB, SMD AI

The Dahua NVR2108HS-8P-4KS3 is a compact 8-channel network video recorder from the Lite series (NVR2-4KS3) in a 1U housing with 8 built-in PoE ports. IP cameras can be connected and powered over a single cable, which makes installation simpler. The recorder supports cameras up to 12MP, has one HDD bay and includes SMD Plus analytics to reduce false alarms.

Key features

• Channels: 8 IP channels, 8 PoE ports for direct camera connection
• Camera resolution: up to 12MP (12/8/6/5/4/3MP, 1080p, 960p, 720p, D1, CIF, QCIF)
• Bandwidth: AI disabled 144 Mbps incoming, 144 Mbps recording and 72 Mbps outgoing; AI enabled 72/72/36 Mbps
• Decoding: up to 6 × 1080p@30 fps
• Compression: Smart H.265+
• AI by recorder: 4-channel SMD Plus
• AI by camera: perimeter protection and SMD Plus supported
• Storage: 1 SATA port, HDD up to 20TB (limit depends on ambient temperature)
• Playback: up to 8 channels at once; instant, general, event, tag and smart playback
• Record modes: general, motion detection, intelligent and alarm
• Backup: to a USB device and over the network
• Audio: 1 RCA input and 1 RCA output
• Alarms: optional 2 alarm inputs and 1 × 12 V 1 A output; linked actions are recording, snapshot, buzzer, log, preset, email and tour
• USB: 2 × USB 2.0 (1 front, 1 rear)
• Housing: compact 1U

This recorder is a reliable, cost-effective choice for shops, offices, small sites and homes that need simple PoE camera installation and smart detection of people and vehicles.