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.

Full support for Surveillance Station features
Surveillance Station provides a centralized, user friendly interface, letting you manage and monitor IP cameras in your shop or office.

On-the-go surveillance with the DS cam mobile app
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. 

Hardware Specifications
CPU
CPU Model	Embedded NVR SoC
CPU Architecture	32-bit
CPU Frequency	Dual Core 1.0 GHz
Memory
System Memory	1 GB DDR3
Storage
Drive Bays	2
Maximum Drive Bays with Expansion Unit	7
Compatible Drive Type*(See all supported drives)	3.5" SATA HDD
Maximum Internal Raw Capacity	20 TB (10 TB drive x 2) (Capacity may vary by RAID types)
Maximum Raw Capacity with Expansion Units	70 TB (10 TB drive x 7) (Capacity may vary by RAID types)
Maximum Single Volume Size	16 TB
External Ports
USB 2.0 Port	2
USB 3.0 Port	1
eSATA Port	1
COM Port	1
Video Outputs
Video Output	HDMI X 1
Supported Video Resolution	1080p 60Hz
Audio Input	3.5 mm Stereo Audio Jack x 1
Audio Output	3.5 mm Stereo Audio Jack x 1
Appearance
Size (Height x Width x Depth)	165 mm x 100 mm x 225.5 mm
Weight	0.9 kg
IP Camera Support
Maximum Channel Number	12 (including 4 Free License) (See All Supported IP Cameras)
Total FPS (H.264)*	360 FPS @ 720p (1280x720), 12 Channels  100 FPS @ 1080p (1920×1080), 10 Channels  60 FPS @ 3M (2048x1536), 6 Channels  40 FPS @ 5M (2591x1944), 4 Channels  30 FPS @ 4K (3840x2160), 3 Channels
Total FPS (MJPEG)*	120 FPS @ 720p (1280x720), 12 Channels  80 FPS @ 1080p (1920×1080), 8 Channels 60 FPS @ 3M (2048x1536), 6 Channel  40 FPS @ 5M (2591x1944), 4 Channel
Video Codec	MJPEG MPEG-4 H.264 H.265 (output via local display is not supported) MxPEG (output via local display is not supported)
Audio Codec	PCM ADPCM G711 G726 AMR AAC
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.
Others
RJ-45 1GbE LAN Port	1
Wake on LAN/WAN
System Fan	80 mm x 80 mm x 1 pcs
Fan Speed Mode	Cool Mode Quiet Mode
Power Recovery
Noise Level*	19 dB(A)
Scheduled Power On/Off
Power Supply Unit / Adapter	60W
AC Input Power Voltage	100V to 240V AC
Power Frequency	50/60 Hz, Single Phase
Power Consumption*	13.64 W (Access)  4.32 W (HDD Hibernation)
British Thermal Unit	46.57 BTU/hr (Access)  14.75 BTU/hr (HDD Hibernation)
Environment 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	FCC Class B CE Class B BSMI Class B
Warranty	3 Year Hardware Warranty, Extendable to 5 Year Coverage - EW201
Notes	Support for Wake on WAN needs switch and routers which recognize Magic Packet. Noise Level Testing Environment: Fully loaded with Seagate 1TB ST31000520AS hard drive(s) in idle; Two G.R.A.S. Type 40AE microphones, each set up at 1 meter away from the Synology NAS front and rear; Background noise: 16.49-17.51 dB(A); Temperature: 24.25-25.75˚C; Humidity: 58.2-61.8%
DSM Specifications ( See more )
File System
Internal Drives	EXT4
External Drives	EXT4 EXT3 FAT NTFS HFS+ (Read Only, with max. volume size 2TB)
Storage Management
Maximum Internal Volume Number	256
Supported RAID Type	Synology Hybrid RAID Basic JBOD RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 (with Expansion Unit) RAID 6 (with Expansion Unit)
RAID Migration	Basic to RAID 1 Basic to RAID 5 (with Expansion Unit) RAID 1 to RAID 5 (with Expansion Unit) RAID 5 to RAID 6 (with Expansion Unit)
Volume Expansion with Larger HDDs	Synology Hybrid RAID RAID 1 RAID 5 (with Expansion Unit) RAID 6 (with Expansion Unit)
Volume Expansion by Adding a HDD	Synology Hybrid RAID RAID 5 (with Expansion Unit) JBOD (with Expansion Unit)
Global Hot Spare Supported RAID Type	Synology Hybrid RAID (with Expansion Unit) RAID 1 (with Expansion Unit) RAID 5 (with Expansion Unit)
System Management
Maximum Local User Accounts	1024
Maximum Local Groups	256
Maximum Shared Folder	256
Windows Access Control List (ACL) Integration
Log Center
Syslog Events per Second	100
Add-on Packages
VPN Server
Maximum Connections	5
Environment & Packaging
Environment	RoHS Compliant
Packaging Content	Main Unit X 1 Accessory Pack X 1 AC Power Adapter X 1 AC Power Cord X 1 RJ-45 LAN Cable X 1 Quick Installation Guide X 1 HDD bracket X 1 USB installation dongle X 1
Optional Accessories	Surveillance Device License Pack Expansion Unit: DX517 X 1