Dahua DHI-NVR5432-16HP-EI2 - 32 Channel 16-Port PoE AI NVR

Dahua DHI-NVR5432-16HP-EI2 — 32-Channel WizMind Network Video Recorder

The Dahua DHI-NVR5432-16HP-EI2 is a 32-channel network video recorder from Dahua's WizMind range, built with 16 integrated PoE ports (the first eight supporting ePoE for longer cable runs) so cameras can be powered directly from the recorder. It accepts IP cameras up to 32MP and runs AI analytics on the recorder itself, including face recognition, SMD Plus intelligent motion filtering and perimeter protection, alongside 8K HDMI output for high-resolution monitoring.

Who is it for?

An NVR receives, stores and plays back footage from networked IP cameras, freeing the cameras themselves from needing local storage. The DHI-NVR5432-16HP-EI2's 32-channel capacity and 16 built-in PoE ports make it well suited to mid-to-large sites — a busy retail unit, warehouse or multi-building commercial premises — where the first 16 cameras can be powered straight from the recorder. Four hot-swappable HDD bays, each rated for drives up to 26TB, give plenty of scope for extended retention even at high resolutions.

Key specification

What you will need

• Surveillance-grade hard drives (e.g. WD Purple or Seagate SkyHawk) — up to 26TB per bay across the 4 available bays
• This model has 16 built-in PoE ports, enough to power the first 16 cameras directly; for the remaining channels on a full 32-camera install you will need a PoE switch
• An HDMI or VGA monitor for initial setup, menu configuration and local live viewing
• Suitable IP cameras — Dahua or third-party ONVIF-compliant — to populate all 32 channels

Frequently asked questions

How many cameras can the DHI-NVR5432-16HP-EI2 support?

Up to 32 IP cameras, with each channel accepting resolutions up to 32MP. Actual decoding capacity per channel depends on the resolution and frame rate you choose — lower resolutions allow more simultaneous high-frame-rate channels.

Do I need special AI cameras to use the face recognition and perimeter protection features?

No. This recorder runs AI analytics itself on a number of channels (for example 4-channel face recognition and 8-channel perimeter protection), so standard IP cameras can still benefit. Pairing it with AI-capable Dahua cameras extends these features across more channels.

Is there a monthly fee to use this NVR?

No. Local recording, playback, live viewing and the Dahua mobile app all work without a subscription once the recorder is set up on your network.

Will this NVR work with cameras from other brands?

Yes. It supports ONVIF-compliant third-party cameras alongside specific brands including Panasonic, Sony, Axis, Arecont, Pelco, Canon and Hanwha, though full AI analytics performance is only guaranteed when paired with compatible Dahua cameras.

Zenith Security Co supplies the full Dahua range from trade counter stock in Wolverhampton, alongside all CCTV systems, with 1–2 working day nationwide delivery. Contact us on 01902 902251 for advice, or call in at our Wolverhampton trade counter.