Hikvision DS-A81024S 24-Slot Single Controller Storage

Buy Hikvision DS-A81024S 24-Slot Single Controller Storage, a reliable, high-capacity video surveillance storage system designed for large-scale security and monitoring applications. Built on an economical and stable hardware platform, this 24-slot storage solution delivers exceptional performance, data protection, and energy efficiency, making it ideal for demanding CCTV storage environments.

The DS-A81024S supports direct streaming and IP SAN modes, ensuring smooth, scalable, and secure video storage for IP camera networks. It’s equipped with advanced RAID management, HDD health monitoring, and redundant power design — ensuring continuous system uptime and data integrity.

Key Features

• High-Capacity Surveillance Storage – Supports up to 24 HDD slots with capacities up to 16 TB per drive, providing massive scalable storage.
• Powerful Data Protection – Features RAID 0, 1, 3, 5, 6, 10, 50, JBOD, and Hot-Spare configurations for enhanced reliability.
• Optimized for Video Surveillance – Supports Direct Streaming and IP SAN modes for seamless integration with Hikvision NVRs and IP cameras.
• Advanced Disk Management – Includes HDD detection, repair, and RAID optimization for uninterrupted operation.
• High-Performance Recording – Handles up to 512 video channels and 200 picture channels simultaneously.
• Secure Backup System – Synchronous backup of critical system information for improved data recovery.
• User-Friendly Management – Web-based GUI, centralized management, and alarm notifications via sound, light, email, and message.
• Energy-Efficient Design – Redundant 550W power supply ensures stability and reduced power consumption.

Technical Specifications

Model: DS-A81024S
Type: 24-Slot Single Controller Storage

Performance

• Recording Mode: Video (2 Mbps) + Picture
• Video Performance: 512 channels
• Picture Performance: 200 channels

Network & Interfaces

• Protocols: iSCSI, RTSP, ONVIF, PSIA
• USB Ports: 2 × USB3.0, 1 × USB2.0
• Network Interfaces: 4 × 1000M Ethernet (expandable to 4 × GbE or 2 × 10GbE)
• MiniSAS: 1
• COM Port: 1
• Management Network: 1 × 1000M Ethernet

Storage

• HDD Slots: 24
• Supported HDD Capacity: 1 TB to 16 TB (SATA, Enterprise-grade)
• Hot-Swapping: Supported
• Supported RAID Levels: RAID 0, 1, 3, 5, 6, 10, 50, JBOD, Hot-Spare

Hardware & Structure

• Processor: 64-bit multi-core processor
• Cache: 4 GB (expandable to 64 GB)
• Chassis: 4U (19-inch rack-mountable)
• Power Supply: Redundant 550W
• Consumption (with HDDs): ≤ 480W

Recording & Management

• Modes: Timing, Manual, Alarm
• Protection: Lock key video, N+1 service protection, ANR, video loss detection
• Search: By time and event
• Download Options: Quick, batch, segmented, or merged downloads
• Management: Web GUI, serial CLI, centralized control

Application Areas

• Large-Scale Video Surveillance Systems
• Data Centers and Control Rooms
• Government and Public Security Projects
• Corporate and Industrial Facilities
• Airports, Railways, and Transport Hubs
• Smart City Surveillance Networks
• Financial and Healthcare Institutions