IP CCTV system network video recorders (NVRs) and servers are central components in modern digital surveillance setups, responsible for capturing, storing, managing, and processing video data from IP network cameras.
Network Video Recorders (NVRs):
NVRs are dedicated devices or software platforms that receive digital video streams directly from IP cameras over a network. They encode, compress, and store high-definition video footage on internal hard drives or connected storage arrays. NVRs offer features such as real-time monitoring, playback, event-based recording, motion detection, and video analytics integration. They often support multiple camera channels, scalable storage options, and remote access for centralized surveillance management.
Servers:
Surveillance servers are powerful computing systems that host video management software (VMS), enabling large-scale video processing, recording, and control across extensive IP CCTV networks. These servers provide advanced functionalities including multi-site monitoring, AI-based analytics (facial recognition, object detection), video indexing, and integration with other security or building management systems. Robust hardware and redundant configurations ensure high availability and performance.
Together, NVRs and servers form the backbone of IP CCTV systems, delivering reliable, scalable, and intelligent video surveillance solutions tailored to the needs of commercial, industrial, and critical infrastructure environments.