Dahua DHI-NVR5432-EI2 - 32 Channel 8K HDMI AI NVR
Product Features
- Records up to 32 IP cameras at resolutions up to 32MP each
- Dual 8K-capable HDMI outputs (7680×4320) plus 2 VGA outputs for monitoring
- 4 SATA HDD bays, each supporting drives up to 26TB for long retention
- Onboard AI: face detection & recognition, SMD Plus, perimeter protection and video metadata analysis without extra licence fees
- 448 Mbps incoming / recording / outgoing bandwidth with AI disabled
- iSCSI support and 40-channel 1080p@30fps decoding for large multi-screen setups
Dahua DHI-NVR5432-EI2 — 32-Channel 5 Series Network Video Recorder
The Dahua DHI-NVR5432-EI2 is a 32-channel network video recorder built for larger commercial installations. It accepts IP cameras up to 32MP in resolution, outputs to two 8K-capable HDMI ports (7680×4320) plus 2 VGA displays, and runs Dahua's onboard AI analytics — including face detection and recognition, SMD Plus vehicle/human filtering, and perimeter protection — directly on the recorder, so compatible cameras don't need their own AI licence. This unit does not have built-in PoE ports, so IP cameras are powered separately or via a PoE switch.
Who is it for?
An NVR is the central recording and management unit for an IP camera system, handling storage, playback, remote viewing and (on this model) AI-driven alerts. With 32 channels and 4 HDD bays supporting up to 26TB per drive, the DHI-NVR5432-EI2 suits larger retail units, warehouses, multi-site commercial premises or car parks where a single recorder needs to cover a full camera estate with long retention and on-recorder analytics.
Key specification
| Channels | 32 IP camera inputs |
|---|---|
| Camera Resolution Supported | Up to 32MP |
| Video Compression | Smart H.265+, H.265, Smart H.264+, H.264, MJPEG |
| Network Bandwidth | 448 Mbps incoming / 448 Mbps recording / 448 Mbps outgoing (AI disabled) |
| Decoding Capability | Up to 40-channel 1080p@30fps |
| Storage | 4 x SATA HDD bays, each up to 26TB |
| eSATA | 1 |
| Video Output | 2 x HDMI (up to 7680×4320), 2 x VGA |
| Audio I/O | 1 x RCA input, 2 x RCA output |
| Alarm I/O | 16 inputs / 6 outputs |
| USB | 3 ports (1 x USB 2.0 front, 2 x USB 3.0 rear) |
| Serial Interface | 1 x RS-232, 1 x RS-485 |
| Network Port | 2 x RJ-45 (10/100/1000Mbps) |
| AI Features | Face detection & recognition, SMD Plus, perimeter protection, video metadata, ANPR, AcuPick, WizSeek |
| Power | 100–240 VAC, 50/60Hz, ≤13W (without HDD) |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +55°C |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 440.0 x 415.6 x 76.0 mm |
What you will need
- Surveillance-grade hard drives (this NVR does not ship with HDDs) — rated for 24/7 read/write, up to 26TB per bay across the 4 bays
- The DHI-NVR5432-EI2 has no built-in PoE ports, so plan for a separate PoE switch to power and connect your IP cameras, plus standard Cat5e/Cat6 cabling
- An HDMI or VGA monitor for initial setup and local menu access
Frequently asked questions
How many cameras can the DHI-NVR5432-EI2 support?
Up to 32 IP cameras, with support for resolutions up to 32MP per channel depending on your total bandwidth budget.
Does this NVR have built-in PoE ports?
No — the DHI-NVR5432-EI2 is a non-PoE recorder, so cameras are connected and powered through a separate PoE switch rather than directly into the NVR.
Is there a monthly fee for the AI analytics?
No. Face detection, SMD Plus, perimeter protection and the other onboard AI features run locally on the recorder with no subscription required.
Will the DHI-NVR5432-EI2 work with non-Dahua cameras?
Yes, it supports ONVIF 25.12 (Profile S/T/G/M) along with direct integrations for Panasonic, Sony, Axis, Arecont, Pelco, Canon and Hanwha cameras, though the full onboard AI feature set is designed around Dahua's own camera range.
Browse the full Dahua range or all of our CCTV equipment online, or contact us on 01902 902251 for advice. You're also welcome to visit our Wolverhampton trade counter to see this NVR in person.
| Product Code | DHI-NVR5432-EI2 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dahua |
| Max No. of Channels | 32 ch |
| Video Compression | Smart H.265+, H.265, Smart H.264+, H.264, MJPEG |
| Recording Resolution | Up to 32MP |
| Display | 2 x HDMI (up to 7680x4320), 2 x VGA |
| Storage Capacity | 4 x SATA HDD bays, up to 26TB per disk |
| eSATA/Mini SAS | 1 x eSATA |
| Audio I/O | 1 x RCA in, 2 x RCA out |
| Alarm I/O | 16 in / 6 out |
| Interface | 2 x RJ-45 (10/100/1000Mbps) |
| USB Port | 3 (1x USB2.0 front, 2x USB3.0 rear) |
| Serial Interface | 1 x RS-232, 1 x RS-485 |
| Smart Function | Face detection & recognition, SMD Plus, perimeter protection, video metadata, ANPR, AcuPick, WizSeek |
| Power | 100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz, <=13W (without HDD) |
| Operating Temperature | -10C to +55C |
| Dimensions | 440.0 x 415.6 x 76.0 mm |
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