Network Video Recorder AXIS S2216 Mk II 16 canali, HDD 4 TB, SSD 256 GB, RAID 0/1/10, FIPS 140-2 L2, 1U, nero

AXIS S2216 Mk II is a 1U rack-mounted network video recorder designed for on-premises surveillance in commercial and industrial environments. The unit supports 16 video input channels with a maximum input resolution of 7680 × 4320 and records commonly up to 1080p. It ships with a 4 TB hard drive and a 256 GB SSD, supports RAID 0/1/10 for storage redundancy, and includes integrated PoE ports and AXIS Camera Station Pro licenses to run a complete surveillance solution.

Advantages

The recorder is an all-in-one appliance that combines a built-in PoE switch, preloaded recording software and management tools, and included AXIS Camera Station Pro licenses to minimize setup time. It supports storage expansion with two available bays, RAID configurations for redundancy, and advanced cybersecurity features such as an encrypted operating system and FIPS 140-2 Level 2 certified TPM. A five-year hardware warranty and advance replacement service reduce operational downtime and simplify maintenance.

Suitable for

When it may not be suitable

The AXIS S2216 Mk II is optimized for on‑premises deployments in racks and may be oversized or more capable than necessary for small home or single-room setups. If a cloud-only, lightweight recorder or a tiny edge device is required, a dedicated cloud service or smaller edge recorder could be more appropriate.

Key specifications

How to use

Install the 1U appliance into a standard server rack and connect cameras to the built-in PoE ports. Use the preloaded AXIS Camera Station software and AXIS Recorder Toolbox to run the initial setup wizard for network configuration, hostname, date and time. Configure storage and RAID settings through the recorder interface, add Camera Station Pro licenses if required, and optionally enable cloud storage support. Maintain the system using the provided dashboard and PoE management tools and follow the vendor instructions for firmware updates and advanced replacement procedures.

What to consider before purchase

Recommendations

For reliable performance, install the recorder in a cooled server rack, connect cameras to the built-in PoE ports to centralize cabling, configure RAID for required redundancy, and enable secure boot and TPM protections. Regularly apply vendor firmware updates and use the advance replacement service to minimise downtime.