Network Video Recorder NVR1218
Network Video Recorder NVR1218
Synology Network Video Recorder NVR1218 is an all-in-one, energy efficient private surveillance solution with HDMI output for PC-less management and live monitoring.
All-in-one, stand-alone surveillance solution
Offering an effortless surveillance experience, Synology Network Video Recorder NVR1218 has the ability to display and record up to 12 IP cameras1 while being extremely energy-efficient.

Maximum 12 IP cameras

Energy efficiency
1080p HDMI output for local display
Watch surveillance feeds and manage cameras/recordings without using a computer. NVR1218 is equipped with a dedicated HDMI output providing 1080p display resolution on a monitor, while supporting 720p at up to 12 channels/30FPS.
Flexible deployment
Setup and deploy NVR1218 in remote or secure locations with no external network access required2. The support for Point of Sales (POS) systems allows NVR1218 to be integrated with transaction systems to enable video indexing capability against transaction records.

Expandable recording storage, up to 7 drives
NVR1218 can be connected to Synology DX5173 expansion unit to expand from 2 to 7 drives, allowing you to create RAID 5 volumes and find the ideal balance for your storage strategy. Once connected via eSATA with a specially designed locking cable, NVR1218's raw capacity can reach 70TB4.

Intuitive Surveillance Station to streamline deployment
Supporting powerful features from Surveillance Station and its mobile app, everything can be done without a PC.
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Full support for Surveillance Station features
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Surveillance Station provides a centralized, user friendly interface, letting you manage and monitor IP cameras in your shop or office. Learn more
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On-the-go surveillance with the DS cam mobile app
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DS cam is the mobile extension of Surveillance Station, allowing you to access Live View, playback recordings, adjust PTZ, and receive push notifications on your mobile device. Learn more
Notes:
- NVR1218 comes with 4 camera licenses pre-installed. Please check the specification page.
- To set up NVR1218 without Internet connection, an HDMI monitor, USB mouse, and the bundled USB installation required. In this scenario, NVR1218 supports up to 4 IP cameras with the pre-installed camera licenses. Please refer to the Quick Installation Guide for details.
- NVR1218 supports one Synology DX517, sold separately.
- Learn more about the compatibility of hard drives, please click here.
Hardware Specifications |
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CPU |
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CPU |
CPU Model | Embedded NVR SoC |
CPU Architecture | 32-bit | |
CPU Frequency | Dual Core 1.0 GHz | |
Memory |
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Memory |
System Memory | 1 GB DDR3 |
Storage |
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Storage |
Drive Bays | 2 |
Maximum Drive Bays with Expansion Unit | 7 | |
Compatible Drive Type* (See all supported drives) |
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Maximum Internal Raw Capacity | 32 TB (16 TB drive x 2) (Capacity may vary by RAID types) | |
Maximum Raw Capacity with Expansion Units | 112 TB (16 TB drive x 7) (Capacity may vary by RAID types) | |
Maximum Single Volume Size* | 16 TB | |
External Ports |
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External Ports |
RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port | 1 |
USB 2.0 Port | 2 | |
USB 3.0 Port | 1 | |
eSATA Port | 1 | |
COM Port | 1 | |
Video Output |
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Video Output |
Video Output | HDMI X 1 |
Supported Video Resolution | 1080p 60Hz | |
Audio Input |
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Audio Input |
3.5 mm Stereo Audio Jack x 1 | |
Audio Output |
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Audio Output |
3.5 mm Stereo Audio Jack x 1 | |
Appearance |
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Appearance |
Size (Height x Width x Depth) | 165 mm x 100 mm x 225.5 mm |
Weight | 0.9 kg | |
Others |
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Others |
Wake on LAN / WAN | |
System Fan | 80 mm x 80 mm x 1 pcs | |
Fan Speed Mode |
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Power Recovery | ||
Noise Level* | 19 dB(A) | |
Scheduled Power On / Off | ||
Power Supply Unit / Adapter | 60 W | |
AC Input Power Voltage | 100 V to 240 V AC | |
Power Frequency | 50/60 Hz, Single Phase | |
Power Consumption* |
13.64 W (Access) 4.32 W (HDD Hibernation) |
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British Thermal Unit |
46.57 BTU/hr (Access) 14.75 BTU/hr (HDD Hibernation) |
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Temperature |
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Temperature |
Operating Temperature | 5°C to 45°C (40°F to 113°F) |
Adapter Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) | |
Storage Temperature | -20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F) | |
Relative Humidity | 5% to 95% RH | |
Certification |
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Certification |
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Warranty |
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Warranty |
3 Years | |
Notes | The warranty period starts from the purchase date as stated on your purchase receipt. (Learn more) | |
Environment |
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Environment |
RoHS Compliant | |
Packaging Content |
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Packaging Content |
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Optional Accessories |
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Optional Accessories |
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DSM Specifications |
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File System |
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File System |
Internal Drives |
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External Drives |
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Notes | HFS+ is read only, max 2TB volume size. | |
Storage Management |
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Storage Management |
Maximum Internal Volume Number | 256 |
Supported RAID Type |
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RAID Migration |
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Volume Expansion with Larger HDDs |
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Volume Expansion by Adding a HDD |
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Global Hot Spare Supported RAID Type |
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File Services |
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File Services |
File Protocol | CIFS/AFP/NFS/FTP/WebDAV |
Maximum Concurrent CIFS/AFP/FTP Connections | 100 | |
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NFS Kerberos Authentication | ||
Account & Shared Folder |
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Account & Shared Folder |
Maximum Local User Accounts | 1,024 |
Maximum Local Groups | 256 | |
Maximum Shared Folder | 256 | |
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Log Center |
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Log Center |
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Syslog Events per Second | 100 | |
General Specifications |
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General Specifications |
Networking Protocols | SMB1 (CIFS), SMB2, SMB3, NFSv3, NFSv4, NFSv4.1, NFS Kerberized sessions, iSCSI, HTTP, HTTPs, FTP, SNMP, LDAP, CalDAV |
Supported Browsers |
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Supported Language | English, Deutsch, Français, Italiano, Español, Dansk, Norsk, Svenska, Nederlands, Русский, Polski, Magyar, Português do Brasil, Português Europeu, Türkçe, Český, ภาษาไทย, 日本語, 한국어, 繁體中文, 简体中文 | |
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Surveillance Station |
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Surveillance Station |
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Maximum IP cam (Licenses required) | 12 (including 4 Free License) (See All Supported IP Cameras) | |
Total FPS (H.264)* |
360 FPS @ 720p (1280x720), 12 Channels 100 FPS @ 1080p (1920x1080), 10 Channels 60 FPS @ 3M (2048x1536), 6 Channels 40 FPS @ 5M (2591x1944), 4 Channels 30 FPS @ 4K (3840x2160), 3 Channels |
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Total FPS (MJPEG)* |
120 FPS @ 720p (1280x720), 12 Channels 80 FPS @ 1080p (1920x1080), 8 Channels 60 FPS @ 3M (2048x1536), 6 Channels 40 FPS @ 5M (2591x1944), 4 Channels |
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Video Codec |
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Audio Codec |
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Notes | In our test environment, live view streams are delivered via Local Display; video live-viewing and recording share the same video stream from the camera. Surveillance Station throughput is tested with an Axis network camera, using continuous recording with live view from Surveillance Station and motion detection by camera. | |
VPN Server |
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VPN Server |
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Maximum Connections | 5 |
Notes:
- Model specifications are subject to change without prior notice.