Dahua DHI-NVR5216-EI2 WizSense 16-channel 1U 2HDDs NVR

Dahua DHI-NVR5216-EI2 WizSense 16-channel 1U 2HDDs NVR

The Dahua DHI-NVR5216-EI2 is a professional 16-channel Network Video Recorder (NVR) from Dahua's WizSense series, designed to deliver intelligent video management, advanced AI analytics, and reliable recording for medium to large-scale IP surveillance systems. Supporting up to 16 IP cameras, 4K recording, and intelligent AI functions such as facial recognition, perimeter protection, and AcuPick search technology, this NVR provides a powerful centralised platform for modern security deployments. Its compact 1U chassis accommodates two hard drives for substantial storage capacity while supporting high-performance video processing and efficient H.265+ compression.

AI-Powered WizSense Functions

The DHI-NVR5216-EI2 integrates Dahua's WizSense deep-learning technology to enhance surveillance efficiency and accuracy through:

• Facial recognition and face comparison
• Human and vehicle classification
• Intrusion and tripwire detection
• Smart Motion Detection Plus (SMD Plus)
• AcuPick intelligent target search
• Quick event retrieval and forensic investigation
• Reduced false alarms caused by animals, weather, or irrelevant motion

Storage and Recording

The recorder supports two SATA hard drives with capacities of up to 20TB each, providing up to 40TB of total storage. Advanced H.265+ compression significantly reduces bandwidth and storage requirements while maintaining high image quality.

• Applications
• Commercial buildings
• Retail environments
• Warehouses and logistics facilities
• Educational institutions
• Healthcare facilities
• Corporate offices
• Industrial sites
• Residential estates
• Government facilities
• Enterprise security systems

Features:

• 16-channel IP camera support
• Dahua WizSense AI technology
• Facial recognition functionality
• AcuPick intelligent target search
• Perimeter protection analytics
• Human and vehicle classification
• Smart Motion Detection Plus (SMD Plus)
• Supports up to 4K video recording and playback
• AI search and event retrieval
• H.265+, H.265, H.264+, and H.264 compression
• Two SATA HDD bays
• Intelligent video management platform
• HDMI and VGA simultaneous video output
• Remote monitoring via web browser and mobile app
• ONVIF compatibility
• Compact 1U rack-mount design
• Supports third-party IP cameras

Specifications:

Product Type: Network Video Recorder (NVR)

Manufacturer: Dahua

Series: WizSense

Model: DHI-NVR5216-EI2

Video Channels: 16 IP Channels

AI Technology: WizSense

Operating System: Embedded Linux

Maximum Incoming Bandwidth: 384 Mbps

Maximum Recording Resolution: 32MP

Video Compression: H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264, MJPEG

HDMI Output: Up to 4K UHD

VGA Output: Supported

Simultaneous Playback: Up to 16 Channels

Face Recognition: Yes

Face Database Capacity: Up to 20 Databases

Face Image Capacity: Up to 100,000 Face Images

Perimeter Protection: Yes

AcuPick Search: Yes

SMD Plus: Yes

Human & Vehicle Classification: Yes

Audio Support: Two-Way Audio

HDD Bays: 2 SATA

Maximum HDD Capacity: Up to 20TB per HDD

Total Storage Capacity: Up to 40TB

USB Ports: USB 2.0 and USB 3.0

Network Interface: 1 × Gigabit Ethernet Port

ONVIF Support: Yes

Power Supply: 12V DC

Chassis: 1U Rack Mount

Dimensions Approx. 375 × 282.9 × 53mm