Dahua DHI-NVR5416-16P-EI - 16 Channel 16-Port PoE AI NVR
Product Features
- 16-channel network video recorder with 16 built-in PoE ports (ports 1-8 support ePoE for extended cable runs)
- 4 HDD bays, each supporting up to 20TB, giving up to 80TB of onboard storage
- 4K HDMI output plus a second HDMI and dual VGA outputs for flexible monitor setups
- Onboard AI: 2-channel face detection & recognition, 8-channel SMD Plus, 4-channel perimeter protection and 8-channel video metadata
- Supports IP cameras up to 32MP with 384 Mbps incoming/recording/outgoing bandwidth (AI disabled)
- N+M cluster and iSCSI support for resilient, scalable storage
Dahua DHI-NVR5416-16P-EI — 16-Channel 16-Port PoE Network Video Recorder
The Dahua DHI-NVR5416-16P-EI is a 16-channel network video recorder with 16 built-in PoE ports, so most installations can connect Dahua PoE cameras directly without a separate switch. It supports IP cameras up to 32MP, outputs 4K over HDMI, and runs onboard AI including face detection and recognition, SMD Plus and perimeter protection - all without needing a dedicated AI camera.
Who is it for?
An NVR (network video recorder) receives, records and manages footage from networked IP cameras, giving you central storage, live viewing and remote playback from one device. With 16 channels and 16 onboard PoE ports, the DHI-NVR5416-16P-EI suits medium-sized sites - offices, warehouses, retail units or multi-camera residential installs - where every camera can be powered and connected straight into the recorder. The 4 HDD bays (up to 20TB each) give plenty of headroom for long retention periods at higher resolutions.
Key specification
| Channels | 16 |
|---|---|
| PoE Ports | 16 ports, 10/100 Mbps, IEEE 802.3af/at (ports 1-8 support ePoE) |
| Video Compression | Smart H.265+, H.265, Smart H.264+, H.264, MJPEG |
| Camera Resolution Support | Up to 32MP |
| Network Bandwidth | 384 Mbps incoming/recording/outgoing (AI disabled); 200 Mbps (AI enabled) |
| Storage | 4 SATA bays, each up to 20TB (80TB total) |
| eSATA | 1 port |
| Video Output | 2 HDMI (up to 4K), 2 VGA |
| AI Features | 2-ch face detection & recognition, 8-ch SMD Plus, 4-ch perimeter protection, 8-ch video metadata, 16-ch AcuPick |
| Alarm I/O | 16 inputs, 6 outputs |
| Audio I/O | 1-channel RCA in, 2-channel RCA out |
| USB | 3 ports (1x USB 2.0 front, 2x USB 3.0 rear) |
| Serial Interface | RS-232 x1, RS-485 x1 |
| Power | 100–240 VAC, 50/60Hz; ≤13W excl. HDD; PoE output 150W total (25.5W max per port) |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +55°C |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 440.0 × 415.1 × 70.0 mm |
What you will need
- Surveillance-grade hard drives rated for 24/7 recording - up to 20TB per bay across the 4 available bays
- Standard Cat5e/Cat6 cabling run to each PoE camera - no separate PoE switch needed for the first 16 cameras
- An HDMI or VGA monitor for initial setup and local viewing
Frequently asked questions
How many cameras can I connect to the DHI-NVR5416-16P-EI?
It supports up to 16 IP cameras, each up to 32MP resolution, and can power up to 16 PoE cameras directly from its built-in ports without any additional switch.
Do I need special AI cameras to use the face detection and analytics features?
No - this recorder runs AI by Recorder, giving you 2-channel face detection & recognition, 8-channel SMD Plus and 4-channel perimeter protection using standard cameras. Pairing it with Dahua AI cameras extends these features across more channels.
Is there a monthly fee to use this NVR?
No. Recording, playback and local viewing are all handled on the device itself with no subscription required. Remote viewing via the Dahua app is also free.
Will the DHI-NVR5416-16P-EI work with cameras from other brands?
Yes, it supports ONVIF (Profile T/S/G/M) along with direct integration for Panasonic, Sony, Axis, Arecont, Pelco, Canon and Hanwha cameras, though PoE power and full feature support are guaranteed only with Dahua cameras.
The DHI-NVR5416-16P-EI is part of our wider Dahua range, alongside the full CCTV lineup we stock. For advice on matching cameras, storage or PoE cabling to this recorder, contact us on 01902 902251, or visit our Wolverhampton trade counter to see it in person.
| Product Code | DHI-NVR5416-16P-EI |
|---|---|
| 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/24MP/16MP/12MP/8MP/6MP/5MP/4MP/3MP/1080p/720p/960p/D1/CIF/QCIF) |
| Display | 2 HDMI (up to 4K), 2 VGA |
| Storage Capacity | 4 SATA bays, each up to 20TB (80TB total) |
| eSATA/Mini SAS | 1 eSATA port |
| Audio I/O | 1-channel RCA in, 2-channel RCA out |
| Alarm I/O | 16 inputs, 6 outputs |
| Interface | 1x RJ-45 (10/100/1000 Mbps) |
| PoE Port | 16 ports, 10/100 Mbps, IEEE 802.3af/at, ports 1-8 support ePoE |
| USB Port | 3 ports (1x USB 2.0 front, 2x USB 3.0 rear) |
| Serial Interface | RS-232 x1, RS-485 x1 |
| Smart Function | 2-ch face detection & recognition, 8-ch SMD Plus, 4-ch perimeter protection, 8-ch video metadata, 16-ch AcuPick |
| Power | 100–240 VAC, 50/60Hz; ≤13W excl. HDD; PoE output 150W total, 25.5W max per port |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +55°C |
| Dimensions | 440.0 × 415.1 × 70.0 mm (W×D×H) |
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