Dahua DHI-NVR4108HS-8P-AI/ANZ 8 Channel 8PoE Up to 16MP WizSense Network Video Recorder
The DHI-NVR4108HS-8P-AI/ANZ is a powerful 8-channel AI NVR from Dahua’s WizSense series, built for smart CCTV systems that need reliable recording plus practical AI alerts.
With 8 integrated PoE ports for clean plug-and-play installs, 4K Ultra HD output, and support for up to 16MP IP cameras, it’s ideal for Melbourne homes, retail sites, offices and small warehouses.
Onboard analytics include face detection & recognition, perimeter protection, and SMD Plus to focus notifications on people and vehicles instead of noise.
A$286.00 +GST
A$356.00 +GST · Includes 3-year warranty & support.
Dahua Warranty + Support
8 PoE Ports, Clean Installs
Plug cameras straight into the NVR for power + data over one cable, ideal for tidy Melbourne installations.
WizSense AI Analytics
Face recognition, perimeter protection and SMD Plus to reduce false alarms and speed up review.
4K Output, Up to 16MP Input
Supports 4K HDMI viewing and high-resolution cameras for detailed evidence when it matters.
High Throughput Recording
Up to 256 Mbps bandwidth (180 Mbps with AI) for smooth multi-camera recording and playback.
Melbourne Setup Tip: Storage planning matters. This NVR supports 1 × SATA HDD (up to 10TB). We size the drive based on camera count, resolution, motion rules and how many days of footage you want to keep.
For installation help or a quote, use the form below or visit our Contact page.
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Technical Specifications
Specs Snapshot
Channels
8 IP camera channels
PoE Ports
8 × PoE for plug-and-play camera power
Max Camera Input
Up to 16MP supported
Bandwidth
256 Mbps (AI Off) · 180 Mbps (AI On)
HDD Bays
1 × SATA HDD bay (up to 10TB)
Decoding
Max. 16 × 1080p @ 30fps (adaptive decoding)
Compression
Smart H.265+/H.265 · Smart H.264+/H.264 · MJPEG
Cybersecurity
Security Baseline 2.3 for enhanced system protection
Full Specifications Table
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 8CH |
| PoE Ports | 8 × PoE |
| Maximum Resolution Support | Up to 16MP |
| Network Bandwidth | 256 Mbps (AI Off), 180 Mbps (AI On) |
| Hard Disk Bays | 1 × SATA (up to 10TB) |
| Decoding Capability | Max. 16 × 1080p @ 30fps (adaptive decoding) |
| Compression | Smart H.265+, H.265, Smart H.264+, H.264, MJPEG |
| AI by NVR | 1‑channel face recognition, 2‑channel perimeter protection, 4‑channel SMD Plus |
| Third‑Party Support | ONVIF-compatible IP cameras |
Datasheet: DHI-NVR4108HS-8P-AI/ANZ Datasheet
Key Features & Benefits
WizSense AI Series
1
AI analytics built into the recorder
Run key analytics directly from the NVR: face recognition, perimeter protection and SMD Plus—ideal when you want smarter alerts without overcomplicating the system.
2
Quick Pick search for faster review
Find human and vehicle events quickly instead of scrubbing timelines. Great for incident review, retail loss events and perimeter alerts.
3
Clean PoE install and easy expansion planning
8 PoE ports simplify wiring. We can plan spare channels, storage days and camera placement so the system grows cleanly with your site.
4
Flexible camera ecosystem
Use Dahua WizSense cameras for advanced features (people counting, heat maps, ANPR on supported models) and still support ONVIF third‑party IP cameras.
Ideal Melbourne Applications
Residential + Commercial
1
Retail, clinics and small offices
Entry and counter coverage with practical AI alerts to reduce noise and speed up incident export.
2
Homes and townhouses
Driveway, entry and backyard recording with mobile viewing and people/vehicle focused alerts.
3
Small warehouses and yards
Perimeter rules and fast search for deliveries, after-hours activity and boundary breaches.
4
Shared parking and gated access
Reliable recording plus smart filtering for movement events where general motion detection creates too many notifications.
How the AI Features Help Day to Day
Smarter Alerts
1
Face Recognition
Supports up to 10 face databases and up to 20,000 face images to help identify and match people quickly for controlled areas and smart monitoring.
2
SMD Plus
Focuses detection on humans and vehicles to cut false alarms from shadows, animals, rain and lighting changes.
3
Perimeter Protection
Tripwire and intrusion rules for boundary monitoring. Ideal for driveways, side access, car parks and back doors.
4
Quick Pick Search
Shortens investigation time by surfacing human/vehicle events and helping you locate the moment you need with far less timeline scrubbing.
Request Your Melbourne Installation Quote
Melbourne Service
Tell us how many cameras you want now (and later), where the recorder will be installed, and how many days of storage you want. We’ll recommend the right HDD size, camera mix and configuration for a clean, reliable setup in Melbourne. You can also reach us via the Contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
10 FAQs
Yes. It has 8 built-in PoE ports, so compatible IP cameras can be powered and connected with a single Ethernet cable (power + data).
You can connect up to 8 IP cameras (8 channels). It also supports third‑party ONVIF cameras for flexible system design.
It supports up to 16MP IP camera input, so you can run high‑detail cameras and still keep smooth recording and playback.
Yes. The recorder can run AI by NVR such as 1‑channel face recognition, 2‑channel perimeter protection and up to 4‑channel SMD Plus. With compatible WizSense cameras, you unlock additional AI by camera features.
SMD Plus (Smart Motion Detection) filters alerts to focus on humans and vehicles, reducing false alarms from pets, shadows, rain and moving branches.
Quick Pick helps you find human and vehicle events faster by filtering recordings based on target type and attributes, cutting down manual scrubbing.
Up to 256 Mbps for access, storage and forwarding, or up to 180 Mbps when AI functions are enabled, which is ideal for small–medium multi‑camera deployments.
It has 1 SATA bay and supports up to 10TB (drive capacity depends on the installed HDD). We can size storage based on camera count, resolution and retention days.
Yes. When installed and configured, you can view live video, playback and alerts remotely through Dahua apps (e.g., DMSS) and desktop software.
Yes. It’s a common choice for homes, retail, offices and small warehouses where you want simple PoE wiring plus smart AI alerts and fast search.
Price & Value Notes
Warranty Included
Current price for DHI-NVR4108HS-8P-AI/ANZ is A$286.00 +GST (was A$356.00). This is the recorder only and supports a single SATA surveillance HDD up to 10TB. If you want a complete system supplied and installed in Melbourne (NVR + cameras + cabling + HDD sizing + app setup), we can quote based on your property layout and retention requirements.
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