64-Channel Network Video Recorder
64-channel NVR for multi-camera commercial projects: 8 SATA bays, H.265+ recording, dual Ethernet, free P2P remote access.
Product Overview
A network video recorder (NVR) is the recording brain of an IP camera system — it stores, manages and plays back footage from every camera on the network. This 64-channel NVR centralizes recording, playback and remote access for large camera fleets, from one building to an entire campus. Built for 24/7 commercial duty with multi-bay storage, H.265+ bandwidth efficiency and ONVIF compatibility across mixed camera brands. Factory-direct with OEM/ODM options — learn the basics in our complete network video recorder guide.
Key Features
- 64-Channel CapacityOne recorder for an entire site or campus
- 8 SATA BaysUp to 128TB for 30-90 day retention
- H.265+ CodecRoughly half the storage of H.264 at the same quality
- Dual EthernetFailover and port aggregation for zero-downtime recording
- ONVIF CompatibleWorks with mixed camera fleets
- Free Remote AppLive view + playback anywhere, no subscription
- Commercial GradeRack-mount design for 24/7 projects
- 6KV SurgeSurvives outdoor camera runs in storms
Applications
Factory-direct: OEM/ODM/private label supported
CE / FCC / RoHS certified
2-year warranty with documented RMA process
MOQ from 10 units; samples available
Lead time 3-7 days on stock, 2-4 weeks OEM
WHY 64 CHANNELS
When a 64-Channel NVR Is the Right Call
1
One site, one recorder
A warehouse, school or retail chain with 30-60 cameras gets one interface, one app, one storage pool. Multiple small recorders mean multiple logins, fragmented footage and more failure points.
2
Room to grow
A 16ch recorder at 14 cameras is a replacement project. A 64ch at 40 cameras has 24 channels of headroom — adding cameras costs a camera, not a new recorder. That is the single biggest long-term saving.
3
Enterprise recording duty
8 SATA bays, dual Ethernet failover and rack-mount design are built for 24/7 operation — the difference between a recorder that survives a decade and one that dies at the first expansion.
CHANNEL SIZING
Which Channel Count Fits Your Site
Count the cameras you need today, add 25-50% headroom, then match the chart. Most buyers either overbuy (paying for unused channels) or underbuy (replacing the recorder in year two).
| Channels | Typical site | Camera mix example |
|---|---|---|
| 4ch | Small shop, apartment, single office | 4 bullet/dome covering entrances and tills |
| 8ch | Retail store, small warehouse | 6-8 cameras: entrances, aisles, yard, cash office |
| 16ch | Medium business, school wing, parking lot | 12-16 cameras with 2 spare channels |
| 32ch | Factory floor, multi-zone warehouse | 24-32 cameras across zones and shifts |
| 64ch | Campus, large facility, multi-site consolidation | 40-64 cameras, often clustered per building |
Rule of thumb: buy one size up from your current plan. The price gap between 32ch and 64ch is small relative to the cost of replacing a recorder mid-project. New to NVRs? Our complete network video recorder guide covers NVR vs DVR, storage math and setup step by step.
STORAGE MATH
Storage, Bandwidth and Retention
Daily footprint per camera
- • 1080p H.265+ @ 15fps ≈ 20-25 GB/day
- • 4MP H.265+ @ 15fps ≈ 35-43 GB/day
- • 4K H.265+ @ 15fps ≈ 60-80 GB/day
- • Motion-only recording: 40-70% less than continuous
Retention on 8 × 16TB (128TB)
- • 32 cameras @ 4MP: ~90 days continuous
- • 64 cameras @ 4MP: ~45 days continuous
- • 64 cameras motion-only: ~90-135 days
- • RAID 5: add one drive's capacity as parity cost
Bandwidth note: at 64 × 4MP H.265+, sustained recording uses 130-260 Mbps. The dual Gigabit Ethernet ports (with aggregation) handle this comfortably — a single port would be near its ceiling.
KEY SPECS DEEP DIVE
What the Spec Sheet Actually Means
H.265+ codec
H.265+ (smart encoding) dynamically reduces bitrate on static scenes — the parking lot at 2am costs a fraction of the H.264 daytime rate. Real-world storage savings: 40-60% vs H.264 at identical quality. This is the spec that decides whether 8 bays is enough.
Dual Ethernet
Two modes: network fault tolerance (link A dies → recording continues on link B with zero gaps) and port aggregation (both ports bonded for high-bitrate fleets). TP-Link VIGI and Hikvision Ultra Series both ship this on their 64ch units — it is the enterprise reliability standard.
ONVIF Profile S/T
Profile S covers streaming/discovery, Profile T adds the newer H.265 and analytics metadata. ONVIF compliance means you can add any brand's camera later — you are not locked into one vendor's ecosystem. For integrators, this is the interoperability guarantee.
4K HDMI + VGA output
Plug a monitor straight into the recorder for a local live-view grid — no PC, no software. Useful for the security desk and for on-site troubleshooting when the network is down. Dual output supports split-screen layouts for 64 channels.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT NVR
64-Channel vs 32-Channel: Which NVR to Buy
The most common sizing question we get from integrators: is 64 channels overkill when 32 would cover today's camera count? The honest answer:
| Decision factor | 32-Channel NVR | 64-Channel NVR |
|---|---|---|
| Camera ceiling today | 24-32 cameras | 40-64 cameras |
| Growth headroom | 0-8 channels left | 24+ channels left |
| Storage bays | 4-8 SATA | 8 SATA (up to 128TB) |
| Upgrade path | Replace recorder at ~32 cameras | Add cameras only — no recorder swap |
| Best for | Fixed-scope sites unlikely to grow past 32 | Sites with expansion plans, campuses, consolidation |
Rule of thumb: if your site could plausibly add 10+ cameras over the next 3 years, the 64-channel unit pays for itself by avoiding a mid-project recorder replacement. If the scope is fixed, a 32-channel unit is the tighter spend. Either way, both recorders share the same app, ONVIF support and P2P remote access.
FACTORY DIRECT
OEM / ODM for Resellers and Integrators
FULLCOLORCAM is an NVR manufacturer and factory, not a trading company. That changes what you can do with the recorder line — and what our OEM partners can offer their customers:
- Private label: your brand on the recorder, box and app
- OEM on existing lines: 2-4 weeks, MOQ from 10 units
- ODM customization: firmware options, UI, logo splash
- Volume pricing 30-50% below retail brands at container scale
- Samples before volume, pre-shipment inspection available
- CE / FCC / RoHS documentation for your market compliance
Technical Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Channels | 64-channel NVR (64 cameras, one recorder) |
| Compatibility | ONVIF Profile S/T cameras, mixed brands OK |
| Storage | 8 SATA bays (up to 16TB each), RAID optional |
| Codec | H.265+ / H.265 / H.264 per channel |
| Network | Dual RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet (failover / aggregation) |
| Output | HDMI 4K + VGA, local live-view grid |
| Remote | Free P2P app: iOS / Android / Windows, no port forwarding |
| Surge | 6KV network surge protection on outdoor paths |
| Power | Rack-mountable, redundant PSU option |
| Warranty | 2-year baseline, RMA process documented |
* Specifications subject to change. Contact us for the current datasheet.
FAQ
Questions Buyers Ask
How many cameras can I connect to this NVR?
64 channels at once. That means 64 cameras recording simultaneously, or fewer cameras at higher bitrates. For sites that need more, multiple 64-channel units can be deployed per building and aggregated in the app.
Can it record cameras from different brands?
Yes. The NVR is ONVIF Profile S/T compliant, so any ONVIF camera from any brand connects — including mixed fleets of bullet, dome and PTZ units. This is the main reason integrators choose it over brand-locked recorders.
What about an HVR (hybrid video recorder)?
An HVR records both IP and analog cameras on one box — useful when migrating an existing coax site to IP gradually. If your site is all-IP, a pure NVR is simpler; if you are mid-migration with mixed coax and Ethernet, an HVR bridges both worlds.
How long will 8 SATA bays hold recordings?
At 64 cameras × 4MP H.265+ (roughly 43 GB/day per camera), 8 × 16TB drives (128TB raw) holds about 45 days of continuous recording. With motion-only recording that extends to 90-135 days. RAID adds redundancy at a storage cost.
Does remote viewing require a subscription or port forwarding?
No. The free P2P app connects through the vendor relay — no port forwarding, no static IP, no DDNS, no monthly fee. Live view and playback work anywhere on iOS, Android or Windows.
What is the dual Ethernet for?
Two modes: network fault tolerance (if one link fails, recording continues on the other — zero downtime) and port aggregation (doubles throughput for high-bitrate 4K fleets). This is the reliability feature that matters most for 24/7 commercial duty.
Is it rack-mountable?
Yes. The 2U rack-mount chassis fits standard server racks, with a redundant PSU option for data-center-style deployments. Ideal for multi-site consolidation in a single server room.
Do you support OEM/ODM for resellers?
Yes. Private label (your brand on the box and app), custom firmware options and volume pricing from MOQ 10 units. We ship to distributors, installers and system integrators worldwide.
What is the warranty and support?
2-year baseline warranty with a documented RMA process. We also publish firmware updates and security patches — ask for the update policy before ordering.
REAL FOOTAGE
See It in Action
Unedited recordings from FULLCOLORCAM full-color night vision cameras — no IR black & white, no post-processing.
Full-Color at Night — real low-light recording
Color Night Vision — detail you can identify
Interested in 64-Channel Network Video Recorder?
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