Dahua DHI-NVR4108HS-8P-EI - 8 Channel 8-Port PoE NVR with AI Face Recognition
Product Features
- 8-channel compact 1U NVR with 8 built-in PoE ports (IEEE 802.3af/at) for direct camera connection, no separate switch needed
- Supports IP camera resolutions up to 16MP with Smart H.265+/H.265/Smart H.264+/H.264 compression
- 1 SATA HDD bay supporting drives up to 20TB for long-term recording
- On-recorder AI: 1-channel face detection & recognition, 4-channel SMD Plus (smart motion detection), 2-channel perimeter protection
- Up to 256 Mbps incoming/recording/outgoing bandwidth, with decoding up to 16-channel 1080p@30fps
- 1 HDMI and 1 VGA video output for local monitoring, plus remote viewing via iOS/Android app
Dahua DHI-NVR4108HS-8P-EI — 8-Channel Compact 1U Network Video Recorder
The Dahua DHI-NVR4108HS-8P-EI is a compact 1U network video recorder built for 8-channel CCTV systems. It has 8 built-in PoE ports rated to IEEE 802.3af/at, so IP cameras can be powered and connected straight to the recorder without a separate PoE switch, and it supports IP camera resolutions up to 16MP. Its standout capability is on-board AI processing, giving you 1-channel face detection and recognition, 4-channel SMD Plus (smart motion detection) and 2-channel perimeter protection without needing AI-enabled cameras.
Who is it for?
A network video recorder (NVR) receives, records and manages footage from IP cameras over a network, giving you central storage, remote viewing and event-based alerts. The DHI-NVR4108HS-8P-EI's 8 channels and 8 built-in PoE ports make it well suited to small retail units, offices, warehouses or homes running up to 8 cameras, where the built-in PoE and on-recorder AI keep the installation simple and camera hardware costs down.
Key specification
| Channels | 8 |
|---|---|
| PoE Ports | 8 ports, 10/100 Mbps, IEEE 802.3af/at |
| Video Compression | Smart H.265+, H.265, Smart H.264+, H.264, MJPEG |
| Max IP Camera Resolution | 16 MP |
| Network Bandwidth | 256 Mbps incoming / 256 Mbps recording / 256 Mbps outgoing (AI disabled); 180 Mbps (AI enabled) |
| Storage | 1 SATA HDD bay, up to 20TB |
| Video Output | 1 x HDMI (up to 3840x2160), 1 x VGA (up to 1920x1080) |
| AI Features | 1-ch face detection & recognition, 4-ch SMD Plus, 2-ch perimeter protection (on recorder) |
| Network Port | 1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 |
| USB | 2 x USB 2.0 (1 front, 1 rear) |
| Power Supply | 53 VDC, 1.812 A (total PoE output up to 78 W) |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +55°C |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 260 mm x 232.7 mm x 47.6 mm |
What you will need
- Surveillance-grade hard drives (e.g. WD Purple or Seagate SkyHawk) rated for 24/7 recording, up to 20TB supported
- Standard network cabling for your PoE cameras — the 8 built-in PoE ports power and connect cameras directly, no separate PoE switch needed for up to 8 cameras
- An HDMI or VGA monitor for initial setup and local viewing
Frequently asked questions
How many cameras can the DHI-NVR4108HS-8P-EI support?
It has 8 channels and 8 built-in PoE ports, so it can record and power up to 8 IP cameras directly with no additional switch required.
Do I need special cameras to use the AI features?
No — face detection/recognition, SMD Plus and perimeter protection run on the recorder itself for a limited number of channels, so standard Dahua IP cameras can use them without paying for AI-enabled camera models.
Is there a monthly fee to use this NVR?
No. Recording, playback and mobile app access are included with no subscription — you only pay once for the recorder and storage.
Will it work with cameras from other brands?
Yes, it supports ONVIF 23.12 (Profile S, T and G) along with direct integration for Panasonic, Sony, Hanwha, Axis, Pelco, Arecont and Canon cameras.
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| Product Code | DHI-NVR4108HS-8P-EI |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dahua |
| Max No. of Channels | 8 ch |
| Video Compression | Smart H.265+, H.265, Smart H.264+, H.264, MJPEG |
| Recording Resolution | 16 MP, 12 MP, 8 MP, 6 MP, 5 MP, 4 MP, 3 MP, 1080p, 720p, 960p, D1, CIF |
| Display | 1 HDMI, 1 VGA |
| Storage Capacity | 1 SATA HDD bay, up to 20TB |
| Audio I/O | 1-channel RCA input, 1-channel RCA output |
| Interface | 1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port (RJ-45) |
| PoE Port | 8 ports, 10/100 Mbps, IEEE 802.3af/at |
| USB Port | 2 (1 front USB 2.0, 1 rear USB 2.0) |
| Smart Function | Face detection & recognition (1-ch), SMD Plus (4-ch), perimeter protection (2-ch) |
| Power | 53 VDC, 1.812 A; total PoE output up to 78 W |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +55°C (+14°F to +131°F) |
| Dimensions | 260 mm x 232.7 mm x 47.6 mm (W x D x H) |
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