Hikvision DS-7108HGHI-M1/T 08 Channel Mini 1U DVR

Hikvision DS-7108HGHI-M1/T 08 Channel Mini 1U DVR

The Hikvision DS-7108HGHI-M1/T is an 8-channel Turbo HD DVR from Hikvision's Value Series, designed for medium-sized shops, offices, and residential setups that need wider camera coverage than a 4-channel unit while staying compact and affordable. Built in the same Mini 1U housing as the rest of the value lineup, it combines hybrid camera support with efficient compression to keep both hardware and storage costs down.

Video Compression and Recording Performance

The DS-7108HGHI-M1/T supports H.265 Pro+/H.265 Pro/H.265/H.264+/H.264 video compression, cutting bandwidth and storage requirements significantly compared to standard H.264 recorders. It handles recording resolutions up to 1080p Lite at 25fps across all 8 channels, with continuous, motion-detection, scheduled, and smart-event recording modes available. Motion Detection 2.0 adds human and vehicle classification to reduce false triggers, and Smart Search lets users filter playback footage specifically by human or vehicle activity instead of reviewing full recordings manually.

Multi-Format Camera Compatibility

This DVR supports HDTVI, HDCVI, AHD, CVBS, and IP cameras on the same 8 channels, with 2 IP camera channels available by default and up to 10-ch total IP camera input (up to 5MP resolution) by converting analog channels. This hybrid flexibility means an existing analog camera setup can be expanded or gradually migrated to IP cameras without swapping out the recorder. All 8 channels also carry two-way audio over coaxial cable, useful for monitoring entrances or reception areas with voice communication.

Network Access and Remote Monitoring

Connectivity runs through a single RJ45 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port with full support for the Hik-Connect mobile app, enabling live viewing and playback from a smartphone or PC client from any location. The unit is ONVIF-compliant with P2P access via Hik-Connect cloud, and supports DDNS, SMTP, and HTTPS among other protocols. Up to 64 remote users can connect simultaneously, double the capacity of the 4-channel model, making it well suited for businesses where multiple staff members or branches need to monitor the same footage.

Storage, Playback and Backup

A single SATA interface supports hard drives up to 4 TB, giving enough capacity for extended continuous recording across all 8 channels depending on resolution and frame rate settings. Playback runs in full 8-channel synchronous mode with smart playback support, and backup is available through the two rear USB 2.0 ports or directly over the network. For 24/7 recording across 8 cameras, pairing this DVR with a surveillance-rated drive from Softlink BD's HDD collection is recommended to handle the higher write load reliably.

Design and Power Efficiency

The recorder is housed in the same compact Mini 1U chassis at 200 × 200 × 48 mm, weighing under 1.0 kg without a hard drive installed, so it fits easily into a shop counter or small equipment rack. It runs on a 12 VDC, 1.5 A power supply and draws 12 W or less without a drive, keeping it economical to run continuously. The white plastic-and-metal housing is rated for -10°C to 55°C operating temperatures, suitable for local conditions.

Buy from Softlink BD

The Hikvision DS-7108HGHI-M1/T is available at Softlink Computers BD, along with the full range of DVR recorders and compatible CCTV cameras needed to build a complete 8-channel surveillance system. This product comes with a 1-Year manufacturer warranty covering structural parts and labor, with hard drives sold separately and not covered under the default DVR bundle warranty.