Dahua DHI-NVR5216-16P-EI2 - 16 Channel 16-Port PoE NVR with AI Face Recognition & SMD Plus
Product Features
- 16-channel NVR with 16 built-in PoE ports for direct camera connection
- Supports IP cameras up to 32MP resolution with Smart H.265+ compression
- 8K HDMI output plus VGA for high-resolution monitoring
- 2 SATA HDD bays, each supporting drives up to 26TB
- On-board AI: face detection & recognition, SMD Plus, perimeter protection and video metadata
- ONVIF compatible for third-party camera integration
Dahua DHI-NVR5216-16P-EI2 — 16-Channel Network Video Recorder
The Dahua DHI-NVR5216-16P-EI2 is a 16-channel network video recorder with 16 built-in PoE ports, so IP cameras can be plugged in directly without a separate PoE switch. It supports IP cameras up to 32MP with Smart H.265+ compression, and its standout capability is on-board AI: face detection and recognition, SMD Plus motion filtering and perimeter protection, all processed locally on the recorder.
Who is it for?
An NVR receives, records and manages footage from network (IP) cameras, giving you centralised local storage, live viewing and remote access from one box. With 16 channels and 16 PoE ports built in, this model suits medium-sized sites — retail units, warehouses, multi-room offices or larger residential properties — that need a full 16-camera system powered directly from the recorder, without the cost or complexity of a separate PoE switch.
Key specification
| Channels | 16 |
|---|---|
| PoE Ports | 16 ports, 10/100 Mbps, IEEE 802.3af/at (ports 1–8 support ePoE for longer cable runs) |
| Video Compression | Smart H.265+, H.265, Smart H.264+, H.264, MJPEG |
| Resolution Support | Up to 32MP IP cameras (32MP down to QCIF) |
| Network Bandwidth | 448 Mbps incoming/recording/outgoing (AI disabled); 200 Mbps (AI enabled) |
| Storage | 2 SATA HDD bays, each up to 26TB |
| Video Output | 1 VGA, 1 HDMI (up to 7680×4320 8K) |
| AI Features | Face detection & recognition, SMD Plus, perimeter protection, video metadata, AcuPick |
| Alarm I/O | 4 inputs, 2 outputs |
| Power | 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Operating Temperature | –10°C to +55°C |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 375.0 × 329.6 × 53.0 mm |
What you will need
- Surveillance-grade hard drives (up to 26TB per bay across the 2 HDD bays) — standard desktop drives are not rated for 24/7 recording
- Cat5e/Cat6 cabling to run from each PoE camera to the recorder — no separate PoE switch is needed as all 16 channels are powered directly from the unit's built-in ports
- An HDMI or VGA monitor for initial setup and local viewing
Frequently asked questions
How many cameras can the DHI-NVR5216-16P-EI2 support?
Up to 16 IP cameras, with all 16 channels powered directly through the recorder's built-in PoE ports.
Does it support AI face recognition and motion filtering?
Yes. Face detection and recognition run on up to 4 channels, alongside SMD Plus motion filtering and perimeter protection across additional channels, all processed on the recorder itself.
Is there a monthly subscription fee?
No. Recording, playback and remote viewing all run locally with no ongoing subscription cost.
Will it work with cameras from other brands?
Yes, ONVIF (Profile S, T, G and M) support allows connection to compatible third-party IP cameras, though AI features are optimised for use with Dahua cameras.
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| Product Code | DHI-NVR5216-16P-EI2 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dahua |
| Max No. of Channels | 16 ch |
| Video Compression | Smart H.265+, H.265, Smart H.264+, H.264, MJPEG |
| Recording Resolution | Up to 32MP (32MP down to QCIF) |
| Display | 1 VGA, 1 HDMI (up to 7680x4320) |
| Storage Capacity | 2 SATA HDD bays, up to 26TB each |
| Audio I/O | 1-channel RCA in / 1-channel RCA out |
| Alarm I/O | 4 inputs / 2 outputs |
| Interface | ONVIF, CGI, SDK; HTTP/HTTPS/RTSP/RTMP |
| PoE Port | 16 ports, 10/100 Mbps, IEEE 802.3af/at (ports 1-8 support ePoE) |
| USB Port | 2 (1 front USB 2.0, 1 rear USB 3.0) |
| Serial Interface | 1 RS-232, 1 RS-485 |
| Smart Function | Face detection & recognition, SMD Plus, perimeter protection, video metadata, AcuPick |
| Power | 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Operating Temperature | -10C to +55C |
| Dimensions | 375.0 x 329.6 x 53.0 mm (WxDxH) |
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