Hard Disk Installation - HIKVISION DS-96128NI-H16 Quick Start Manual

Quick Start Guide of Network Video Recorder
1. Use brackets for rack mounting.
2. Ensure there is ample room for audio and video cables.
3. When routing cables, ensure that the bend radius of the cables are no less than five times than its diameter.
4. Connect both the alarm and RS-485 cable.
5. Allow at least 2cm (≈0.75-inch) of space between racks mounted devices.
6. Ensure the NVR is grounded.
7. Environmental temperature should be within the range of -10 º C ~ 55 º C, 14º F ~ 131º F.
8. Environmental humidity should be within the range of 10% ~ 90%.

Hard Disk Installation

Before you start:
Disconnect the power from the NVR before installing a hard disk drive (HDD). A factory recommended HDD
should be used for this installation.
Up to 24 SATA hard disks can be installed on your NVR.
Tools Required: Screwdriver.
The following section introduces the HDD installation of DS-96128NI-H16 and DS-96128NI-H24 as the example.
Steps (for DS-96000NI-H16):
1. Fasten the hard disk mounting handle to the hard disk with screws.
2. Insert the key and turn in clockwise direction to open the panel lock.
3. Press the buttons on the panel of two sides and open the front panel.
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