DAHUA DHI-NVR2108-8P-I2 (8 CHANNELS, 8 PoE) - IP VIDEO RECORDER
Description Dahua DHI-NVR2108-8P-I2
8 built-in PoE ports on the 8-channel I2 analytics series
DHI-NVR2108-8P-I2 combines 8 built-in PoE ports with the full I2 analytics set — face recognition and perimeter protection. Unlike the budget PoE version of the S3/H series, analytics is available right away here across all 8 channels.
Where this recorder is actually used
A compact plastic housing measuring 270×206.3×47.5 mm and a weight of just 0.7 kg fit well for a new system of 8 IP cameras where there's no existing PoE network infrastructure.
What problem this recorder actually solves
Choosing between PoE convenience and analytics functions often forces an owner into a compromise at the 8-channel level. DHI-NVR2108-8P-I2 solves this by combining both advantages: built-in power for 8 cameras and full I2 analytics in one compact device.
53V/1.8A power to support PoE
The recorder runs on a 53V/1.8A source — this power supplies both the recorder itself and energy for all 8 connected PoE cameras at once, with no need for separate adapters.
Face recognition and perimeter protection
Built-in face recognition complements perimeter protection (intrusion detection, line crossing) — the full I2 analytics set is available even in this compact 8-channel PoE version.
12 MP recording and a 144 MB/s input stream
Support for recording up to 12 MP per channel combined with a 144 MB/s input stream ensures steady reception of video from all 8 channels at high resolution with no frame-rate drop.
1 HDD up to 10 TB in a white housing
Support for one hard drive up to 10 TB gives sufficient archive capacity for 8 channels at high resolution, and the white finish is a fixed design for this model.
An operating range of -10°C to +55°C
An extended operating range gives a reliability margin for installation in rooms with no air conditioning during hot seasons.
When to pick the I2 PoE version over the base S3/H PoE
If both convenient built-in power for 8 cameras and face recognition are needed at the same time, this model removes the need to choose between them in one compact recorder.
A practical use case
A typical scenario is a fresh 8-camera install in a mid-size store or office, where the owner wants to identify visitor faces while also avoiding a separate switch.
25 fps and MJPEG format
A 25 fps frame rate combined with MJPEG support alongside Smart H.265+/Smart H.264+/H.265/H.264 provides compatibility with older software that expects this specific frame format.
A compact 0.7 kg weight for easy installation
The light weight lets you mount the recorder on a wall bracket or in a compact equipment cabinet with no extra fastening or structural reinforcement.
Who this recorder is for
DHI-NVR2108-8P-I2 is the pick for an owner of a new 8-IP-camera system who needs built-in PoE and face recognition with perimeter protection at the same time.
We can advise whether 8 channels are enough for your project, or whether a 16-channel version of the same series is worth considering — tell us the number of planned cameras and we'll suggest the optimal model.
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