8-Channel NVR · Dahua WizSense AI · 8× PoE · 4K HDMI · SMD+
Dahua DHI-NVR4108HS-8P-AI/ANZ — 8-Channel 4K WizSense AI NVR with 8 Built-In PoE Ports
The Dahua DHI-NVR4108HS-8P-AI/ANZ is the go-to 8-channel NVR for Australian homes and small businesses that want genuine AI-powered surveillance without the complexity of enterprise systems. Eight built-in PoE ports power and connect your cameras over a single Cat6 cable each — no separate switches, no power injectors, no cable clutter. The WizSense AI engine delivers Smart Motion Detection Plus (SMD+), face detection and recognition, and perimeter protection, so you only get alerted when a real person or vehicle is detected — not every time a leaf blows past.
Recording at up to 4K (16MP) with Smart H.265+ compression, this compact 1U NVR suits any environment — living room, comms cabinet, or retail back-office. Remote access via the free DMSS app (iOS/Android) requires no port forwarding or static IP. Supports up to 16TB HDD (not included). ANZ-certified firmware, Australian stock, local technical support.
Channels
8CH · Up to 16MP
PoE
8× Built-In · 72W
AI
SMD+ · Face Recognition
Output
4K HDMI + VGA
Remote
DMSS App · P2P
Storage
1× SATA · Up to 16TB
ANZ-Certified Firmware
Australian Stock · Fast Dispatch
Expert Australian Tech Support
Key Features
8 Built-In PoE Ports — One Cable Per CameraEach of the 8 PoE ports (IEEE 802.3af/at) delivers both power and video over a single Cat6 cable — no separate PoE switch, no power boards. Total PoE budget is 72W with up to 25.5W per port, supporting high-power cameras including PTZ and multi-sensor models.
WizSense SMD+ — Eliminates False AlertsDahua’s Smart Motion Detection Plus uses deep learning to classify motion as human or vehicle only — ignoring animals, foliage, rain, and passing headlights. 4-channel SMD+ by recorder, 8-channel by camera. You only get alerted when a real person or vehicle is detected.
Face Detection & Recognition — Know Who’s There1-channel face detection and recognition by recorder (video stream, 12 face images/s). Supports up to 10 face databases with 200,000 face images. Attributes include gender, age group, glasses, expressions, face mask, and beard. Search footage by face similarity instantly.
Perimeter Protection — Tripwire & Intrusion Zones2-channel perimeter protection by recorder (10 IVS rules per channel), 8-channel by camera. Draw virtual lines or zones on any camera view — alerts only trigger when a classified human or vehicle crosses the boundary. Filters out animals, lights, and weather.
4K Recording — Up to 16MP Camera SupportRecords at up to 4K UHD (16MP). With AI disabled: 4-channel 8MP@30fps, 8-channel 4MP@30fps. With AI enabled: 3-channel 8MP@30fps, 8-channel 1080p@30fps. 4K HDMI output for crystal-clear local monitoring.
Smart H.265+ — Store More, Spend LessSmart H.265+ compression reduces storage consumption by up to 75% versus standard H.264. Supports up to 16TB HDD (1× SATA bay, not included). 256 Mbps bandwidth with AI off, 180 Mbps with AI on.
Quick Pick & AI Search — Find Anyone in SecondsQuick Pick lets you pick human/vehicle targets from SMD events and find every matching clip instantly. AI Search supports metadata search and face picture upload for similarity comparison across all channels and long durations.
ANPR by Camera — Licence Plate RecognitionSupports ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) via compatible Dahua cameras on up to 4 channels. Create blocklists and allowlists of up to 20,000 plate numbers. Search recorded footage by plate number instantly.
DMSS Remote Access — No Port Forwarding RequiredThe free DMSS app (iOS/Android) connects via Dahua’s P2P cloud — no static IP, no DDNS, no port forwarding. Live view, playback, and push notifications from anywhere. Also supports web viewer, SmartPSS, and CGI/SDK integration.
ONVIF & Third-Party Camera SupportONVIF 21.12 (Profile T, S, G) compliance plus native support for Panasonic, Sony, Samsung, Axis, Pelco, Arecont, and Canon cameras. Ideal for mixed-brand upgrades or adding AI capability to an existing camera installation.
Recommended For
Residential Homes8 channels covers the typical home — front door, driveway, side gates, backyard, and garage. SMD+ means you only get alerted when a person or vehicle is detected, not every time a possum walks past.
Small Retail & Convenience StoresFace recognition logs every person who enters. ANPR tracks vehicle plates. Quick Pick finds any incident in seconds. Perimeter protection secures after-hours entry points.
Small Offices & Commercial PremisesCompact 1U desktop form factor suits office environments. DMSS remote access lets owners monitor from anywhere. 72W PoE budget handles all 8 cameras without a separate switch.
Warehouses & Workshops8 PoE ports handle large coverage areas with a single NVR. Supports up to 16MP cameras for wide-area coverage with enough detail to identify faces and licence plates.
Upgrading an Existing SystemONVIF support means you can reuse existing third-party cameras while upgrading to a modern AI NVR. Add Dahua WizSense cameras progressively as budget allows.
Childcare Centres & SchoolsFace detection and AI search speed up incident review for duty-of-care compliance. SMD+ reduces nuisance alerts in busy environments with constant movement.
What HDD Do I Need?
HDD Not Included — Choose Your CapacityThe NVR has 1 × SATA HDD bay supporting drives up to 16TB. We recommend a WD Purple or Seagate SkyHawk surveillance-grade drive — purpose-built for 24/7 NVR workloads with vibration compensation and extended write cycles.
Estimated Retention (8 × 4MP @ 15fps, H.265+, Motion-Only)1TB ≈ 7–10 days · 2TB ≈ 14–20 days · 4TB ≈ 30–40 days · 8TB ≈ 60–80 days. Continuous 24/7 recording will reduce these estimates. Contact our team for a precise calculation.
Technical Specifications
DHI-NVR4108HS-8P-AI/ANZ — Full Specifications
Model
DHI-NVR4108HS-8P-AI/ANZ
Channels
8 IP channels
Max Camera Resolution
16MP · 12MP · 8MP · 5MP · 4MP · 3MP · 1080p · 720p
Decoding (AI off)
2× 16MP@30fps · 4× 8MP@30fps · 8× 4MP@30fps
Decoding (AI on)
1× 16MP@30fps · 3× 8MP@30fps · 8× 1080p@30fps
Network Bandwidth
256 Mbps in/record/out (AI off) · 180 Mbps (AI on)
Video Output
1× HDMI (4K UHD) · 1× VGA · Simultaneous heterogeneous
Multi-screen Display
1/4/8/9 split (both screens)
Compression
Smart H.265+ · H.265 · Smart H.264+ · H.264 · MJPEG
Audio Compression
G.711a · G.711u · PCM · G.726
SMD Plus
4-channel by recorder · 8-channel by camera
Face Detection
1-channel by recorder · 8-channel by camera · 12 images/s
Face Recognition
Up to 10 databases · 200,000 face images · 2.5GB capacity
Face Attributes
Gender · Age group · Glasses · Expressions · Face mask · Beard
Perimeter Protection
2-channel by recorder (10 IVS rules/ch) · 8-channel by camera
ANPR by Camera
4 channels · Up to 20,000 plates · Blocklist/allowlist
Built-in PoE
8× PoE · IEEE 802.3af/at · 72W total · 25.5W max per port
HDD Bays
1× SATA (up to 16TB)
USB Ports
1× front USB 2.0 · 1× rear USB 2.0
Network Port
1× RJ45 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit
Audio
1× RCA audio in · 1× RCA audio out
Remote Access
DMSS app (iOS/Android) · Web viewer · SmartPSS · P2P
Third-Party Support
ONVIF 21.12 (Profile T/S/G) · Panasonic · Sony · Axis · Pelco · Canon
Browser Support
Chrome · Firefox · IE9+
Form Factor
Compact 1U · Rack or desktop
Dimensions
260 × 232.7 × 47.6 mm
Net Weight
0.92 kg (without HDD)
Power Supply
53V DC · 1.812A · <10W NVR · 72W PoE
Operating Temp
−10°C to +55°C
Storage Temp
−20°C to +60°C
Operating Humidity
10%–93% RH
Certifications
FCC Part 15 Class A · CE-EMC · CE-LVD · ANZ firmware
Downloads
Product Documents
Datasheet — DHI-NVR4108HS-8P-AI/ANZ
User Manual — Dahua NVR V2.3.0
Quick Start Guide
HDD Installation Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this NVR include a hard drive?No — the NVR has 1× SATA bay supporting up to 16TB. We recommend WD Purple or Seagate SkyHawk surveillance-grade drives. Add one at checkout or contact our team for a sizing recommendation.
What cameras work with this NVR?All Dahua IP cameras work natively. ONVIF Profile T/S/G cameras (Hikvision, Uniview, Axis, Pelco, Sony, Canon, etc.) also work. For full AI features (SMD+, face recognition, perimeter protection), use Dahua WizSense cameras.
Do I need a separate PoE switch?No — the NVR has 8 built-in PoE ports with a 72W total budget and 25.5W max per port. Each camera connects directly to the NVR with a single Cat6 cable. No separate switch or power injectors needed.
How do I access it remotely?Download the free DMSS app on iOS or Android. The NVR connects via Dahua’s P2P cloud — no port forwarding, no static IP, no DDNS required. Also accessible via web browser (Chrome, Firefox) and SmartPSS desktop software.
What is SMD+ and why does it matter?Smart Motion Detection Plus uses AI to classify motion as human or vehicle only. You only get alerted when a real person or vehicle is detected — not animals, foliage, or weather. 4-channel SMD+ by recorder, 8-channel when using WizSense cameras.
How many faces can the face database store?Up to 10 face databases with a total of 200,000 face images (2.5GB capacity). Each face record can include name, gender, birthday, address, credential type, and more.
Does it support licence plate recognition?Yes — ANPR is supported via compatible Dahua cameras on up to 4 channels. Create blocklists and allowlists of up to 20,000 plate numbers and search recorded footage by plate instantly.
Can I use this NVR with my existing cameras?Yes — ONVIF 21.12 support means it works with most third-party IP cameras. Note that AI features like SMD+ and face recognition require Dahua WizSense cameras to function at full capability.
What’s the warranty?Dahua manufacturer warranty, supported locally by CCTV Guru’s Australian technical team. ANZ-certified firmware ensures full local compliance and support.
Do you ship Australia-wide?Yes — fast dispatch to every state and territory from Australian stock. Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 2pm AEST (business days).
Order the Dahua DHI-NVR4108HS-8P-AI/ANZ from CCTV Guru
CCTV Guru is an authorised Australian distributor of Dahua surveillance products. Order the Dahua 8-Channel 4K WizSense AI NVR today for fast Australia-wide dispatch, expert pre-sales advice on camera compatibility and HDD sizing, and full local warranty support. Contact our Australian team to build a complete camera kit around this NVR.
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