Hikvision DS-9664NI-M16 64 Channel M-Series 8K Network Video Recorder

The Hikvision DS-9664NI-M16 is a high-performance 64-channel Ultra Series / M-Series NVR designed for demanding IP CCTV installations. It supports up to 64 IP camera inputs, making it suitable for large-scale sites that require centralised video recording, high-resolution live view, remote access and long-term storage.

With up to 400 Mbps incoming bandwidth and 400 Mbps outgoing bandwidth, the DS-9664NI-M16 is built to handle heavy camera loads, including multi-megapixel cameras, 4K cameras, panoramic cameras and specialist Hikvision analytics cameras. It is ideal for professional CCTV projects where a smaller 16-channel or 32-channel NVR is not enough.

Built for Large CCTV Systems

This NVR is suited to large systems where you need high channel count, high bandwidth and flexible storage. Common applications include:

• Warehouses and logistics centres
• Apartment buildings and body corporate CCTV systems
• Shopping centres and retail complexes
• Schools, campuses and childcare centres
• Industrial sites and factories
• Council, commercial and infrastructure projects
• Large residential estates and rural properties
• Sites using ANPR, fisheye, people counting or high-resolution cameras

64 Channel IP Camera Recording

The DS-9664NI-M16 supports up to 64 IP camera inputs, allowing installers to build a large Hikvision IP CCTV system from a single recorder. It is suitable for systems using a mix of fixed lens cameras, varifocal cameras, PTZ cameras, fisheye cameras, ANPR cameras and people-counting cameras.

For larger commercial projects, this helps keep the system centralised and easier to manage.

High Bandwidth Performance

With up to 400 Mbps incoming bandwidth, this NVR can support a large number of cameras recording at high resolution, depending on camera settings, frame rate, compression, bitrate and scene complexity.

The 400 Mbps outgoing bandwidth also assists with remote viewing, playback, live monitoring and multi-user access where the network has been designed correctly.

8K and Dual 4K Display Output

The DS-9664NI-M16 includes 2 HDMI outputs and 2 VGA outputs, supporting high-resolution display options including 8K or dual 4K video outputs.

This is useful for control rooms, monitoring stations and commercial sites where multiple camera views need to be displayed clearly on large monitors.

Strong Decoding Capacity

The NVR supports up to:

• 2-ch at 32 MP
• 2-ch at 24 MP
• 4-ch at 12 MP
• 8-ch at 8 MP
• 16-ch at 4 MP
• 32-ch at 1080p

This gives the system strong live view and playback capability when working with high-resolution Hikvision cameras.

16 Bay Storage Design

The DS-9664NI-M16 includes 16 SATA interfaces for surveillance hard drives. This makes it suitable for installations that need long recording retention, high camera counts or higher-resolution recording.

Hard drive capacity requirements will depend on:

• Number of cameras
• Camera resolution
• Frame rate
• Bitrate
• Recording schedule
• Motion/event recording settings
• Whether H.265/H.265+ is enabled
• Required retention period

For large sites, we recommend using surveillance-grade hard drives and calculating storage properly before installation.

RAID Support for Storage Protection

The DS-9664NI-M16 supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 and N+M hot spare, helping reduce the risk of data loss compared with a basic single-drive setup.

This is especially important for commercial and critical CCTV systems where recorded footage may be needed after an incident.

Advanced Streaming Technology

Hikvision’s advanced streaming technology helps maintain smoother live view performance in poor or limited network conditions. This is useful when viewing cameras remotely, across a site network or from monitoring workstations.

Supports Specialist Hikvision Cameras

The DS-9664NI-M16 supports specialist camera types including:

• People counting cameras
• ANPR / number plate recognition cameras
• Fisheye cameras
• High-resolution IP cameras
• Hikvision smart-event cameras

This makes it suitable for sites that need more than basic recording.

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Key Features

• Supports up to 64 IP camera channels
• Up to 400 Mbps incoming bandwidth
• Up to 400 Mbps outgoing bandwidth
• High decoding performance up to 2-ch at 32 MP
• 2 HDMI and 2 VGA outputs
• Supports 8K or dual 4K video output
• 16 SATA hard drive bays
• Supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 and N+M hot spare
• Supports Hikvision specialist cameras including ANPR, people counting and fisheye
• Advanced streaming for smoother live view in poor network conditions
• Suitable for large commercial and industrial CCTV systems
• No hard drive included

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Technical Specification Summary

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Recommended Use Cases

Large Commercial CCTV Systems

Ideal for large commercial buildings, offices, warehouses and retail sites requiring a centralised recorder with capacity for up to 64 IP cameras.

Apartment Buildings and Body Corporate Sites

The 64-channel capacity and large storage design make it suitable for apartment complexes with cameras across entries, lifts, car parks, lobbies, bin rooms, storage areas and perimeter locations.

Warehouses and Industrial Facilities

The high bandwidth and storage capacity make this NVR suitable for factories, logistics centres and industrial yards using many cameras across large areas.

Schools and Campuses

Suitable for education sites requiring multiple camera zones, central monitoring and long-term recording across buildings, car parks and playground areas.

Sites Using ANPR or Fisheye Cameras

The DS-9664NI-M16 supports specialist Hikvision cameras such as ANPR, fisheye and people-counting cameras, making it suitable for more advanced CCTV designs.

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Installer Notes

• This is a non-PoE NVR, so cameras will normally be powered via separate PoE switches or injectors.
• Use properly sized Gigabit PoE switches for camera networks.
• For 64-camera systems, avoid running everything through one overloaded switch unless the switch and uplinks are correctly specified.
• Plan bandwidth carefully, especially with 8MP, 12MP, panoramic, PTZ or ANPR cameras.
• Use surveillance-grade hard drives only.
• For commercial systems, consider RAID configuration for improved storage protection.
• Confirm required retention period before choosing hard drive sizes.
• For remote viewing, ensure the site has suitable upload speed and correct Hik-Connect/network configuration.
• For large jobs, separate the CCTV camera network from the general business network where practical.
• Use H.265 or H.265+ where appropriate to reduce storage usage.
• Ensure monitor selection matches the desired HDMI output resolution.

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Suggested Add-On Products

• Surveillance HDDs: 6TB, 8TB, 10TB, 12TB, 16TB or larger depending on retention requirements
• Hikvision PoE switches
• Rack cabinet or 3RU rack space
• UPS battery backup
• HDMI monitor or commercial display
• Hikvision 4MP, 6MP, 8MP or 12MP IP cameras
• Hikvision ANPR cameras
• Hikvision fisheye cameras
• Hikvision PTZ cameras

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FAQs

Does the Hikvision DS-9664NI-M16 include hard drives?

No. This listing is for the NVR only. Hard drives are not included unless selected separately.

How many cameras can the DS-9664NI-M16 support?

It supports up to 64 IP cameras.

Does this NVR have PoE ports?

No. The DS-9664NI-M16 is a large commercial NVR and does not include built-in PoE ports. Cameras are normally connected through external PoE switches.

What is the incoming bandwidth?

The DS-9664NI-M16 supports up to 400 Mbps incoming bandwidth, making it suitable for large high-resolution camera systems.

Can it support 8K output?

Yes. The NVR supports 8K or dual 4K video output through its HDMI/VGA display interfaces.

How many hard drives can it take?

It supports up to 16 SATA hard drives.

Does it support RAID?

Yes. It supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 and N+M hot spare.

Is this suitable for a 64-camera commercial system?

Yes, provided the camera bitrates, network design, storage capacity and switch infrastructure are properly planned.

Can it work with Hikvision ANPR cameras?

Yes. It supports specialist cameras including ANPR, people counting and fisheye cameras.

Is this suitable for home use?

It can be used in large residential properties, but it is generally designed for commercial, industrial and large-scale CCTV systems. For most homes, a smaller 8, 16 or 32-channel NVR is usually more appropriate.

What hard drives should I use?

Use surveillance-grade hard drives such as WD Purple or Seagate SkyHawk drives. The size required depends on camera count, resolution, recording settings and required retention period.

Can I view cameras remotely?

Yes. Remote viewing can be configured using Hik-Connect, provided the NVR is connected to the internet and network settings are configured correctly.