Hikvision DS-9608NI-ST - 8-Channel Embedded NVR
The Hikvision DS-9608NI-ST is a professional 8-channel embedded Network Video Recorder (NVR) from the 9600 series. Engineered for medium to large CCTV installations, it records IP camera streams up to 6 MP, supports RAID 0/1/5/10 across 8 SATA bays, and offers dual gigabit network interfaces for resilient connectivity.
DS-9608NI-ST Specifications
| IP Video Input: | 8-ch |
| Two-way Audio Input: | 1-ch, BNC (2.0 Vp-p, 1kΩ) |
Network
| Incoming bandwidth: | 50 Mbps |
| Outgoing bandwidth: | 240 Mbps |
| Remote connections: | 128 |
Video / Audio Output
| CVBS Output: | 1-ch, BNC (1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω) Resolution: 704×576 (PAL); 704×480 (NTSC) |
| HDMI Output: | 1-ch, resolution: 1920×1080P/60Hz, 1920×1080P/50Hz, 1600×1200/60Hz, 1280×1024/60Hz, 1280×720/60Hz, 1024×768/60Hz |
| Recording Resolution: | 6MP/5MP/3MP/1080P/UXGA/720P/VGA/4CIF/DCIF/2CIF/CIF/QCIF |
| Audio Output: | 2-ch, BNC (Linear Electrical Level, 600Ω) |
| Synchronous Playback: | 8-ch |
| VGA Output: | 1-ch, resolution: 1920×1080P/60Hz, 1600×1200/60Hz, 1280×1024/60Hz, 1280×720/60Hz, 1024×768/60Hz |
Decoding
| Live view / Playback: | 6MP/5MP/3MP/1080P/UXGA/720P/VGA/4CIF/DCIF/2CIF/CIF/QCIF |
| Capability: | 16-ch @ 720P, 8-ch @ 1080P |
Hard Disk
| SATA: | 8 SATA interfaces for 4 HDDs + 1 DVD-R/W (default), or 8 HDDs |
| Interface Type: | 1 eSATA interface |
| Capacity: | Up to 6 TB capacity for each HDD |
Disk Array
| Array type: | RAID0, RAID1, RAID5, RAID10 |
| Number of arrays: | 8 |
External Interface
| Network Interface: | 2 RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps self-adaptive Ethernet interfaces |
| USB Interface: | 3, USB 2.0 |
| Serial Interface: | RS-232, RS-485, Keyboard |
| Alarm In: | 16-ch |
| Alarm Out: | 4-ch |
General
| Power Supply: | 100 ~ 240 VAC, 6.3 A, 50 ~ 60 Hz |
| Consumption (without HDD and PoE): | ≤ 35 W |
| Working Temperature: | -10 °C ~ +55 °C (+14 °F ~ +131 °F) |
| Working Humidity: | 10% ~ 90% |
| Chassis: | 19-inch rack-mounted 2U chassis |
| Dimensions: | 445 × 470 × 90 mm (17.5" × 18.5" × 3.5") |
| Weight: | ≤ 8 Kg (17.64 lb) |
Frequently Asked Questions - Hikvision DS-9608NI-ST NVR
Q1. How many cameras can the Hikvision DS-9608NI-ST NVR support?
The DS-9608NI-ST supports up to 8 IP video input channels and provides 50 Mbps incoming bandwidth, making it well-suited for medium-sized CCTV deployments.
Q2. What recording resolutions does the DS-9608NI-ST support?
The NVR records at 6MP, 5MP, 3MP, 1080P, UXGA, 720P, VGA, 4CIF, DCIF, 2CIF, CIF and QCIF resolutions, so it works with both legacy and modern Hikvision IP cameras.
Q3. Does the DS-9608NI-ST support RAID storage?
Yes. It supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10, with up to 8 arrays. It has 8 SATA interfaces (default configuration: 4 HDDs + 1 DVD-RW or 8 HDDs) plus 1 eSATA, supporting HDDs up to 6 TB each.
Q4. What video outputs are available on the DS-9608NI-ST?
The unit provides 1 HDMI output (up to 1920x1080P/60Hz), 1 VGA output (up to 1920x1080P/60Hz) and 1 CVBS BNC output for analog spot monitors, plus 2 audio output channels.
Q5. How many simultaneous remote users can connect to the NVR?
Up to 128 simultaneous remote connections are supported, with outgoing bandwidth of 240 Mbps. This allows central monitoring stations and remote viewers to access live and recorded video at the same time.
Q6. Where can I buy the Hikvision DS-9608NI-ST NVR in India?
Cybernetics Software Pvt. Ltd., based in Pune, supplies, installs and supports the Hikvision DS-9608NI-ST across India. Contact our team via the website for a quotation, demo and on-site installation.