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Mobotix MOVE NVR-64 (Mx-S-NVR1A-64-POE)
Rackmount 64-CH NVR with 24-port PoE+, 8 hot-swap RAID bays and failover
SPECIFICATIONS · MOVE NVR-64 (MX-S-NVR1A-64-POE)
Full specifications
Specifications sourced from official manufacturer datasheet (link in hero).
About the Mobotix MOVE NVR-64 (Mx-S-NVR1A-64-POE)
The Mobotix MOVE NVR-64 (Mx-S-NVR1A-64-POE) is a 33-64 channel rack appliance built for commercial-scale CCTV — the channel headroom absorbs phased expansion without forcing a second unit. Internal HDD capacity covers the most common retention windows (30-60 days at typical SMB bitrates). For installations bound to longer holds, the unit accepts external storage via eSATA / iSCSI without sacrificing channel count. At 2U the unit balances density and serviceability — hot-swap bays sit on the front panel within reach for HDD replacement without removing the chassis from the rack. Partial built-in PoE (24 ports for 64 channels) handles the closest cameras directly and pushes the remainder onto an external PoE switch. This split is common when the NVR sits near a cluster of cameras and the far cameras are reached through a switch in another room or floor.
Best use cases for this recorder
Campus, factory, logistics & critical infrastructure
At 64 channels per chassis, the unit consolidates what would otherwise be 2-4 mid-range NVRs into a single rack appliance. Useful where licensing per-chassis matters and where consolidating storage onto one RAID set simplifies forensic retrieval.
4K/8MP camera deployments
Native support for 12 MP per-channel recording matches it to current-generation 4K cameras — useful when the install plan calls for fewer-but-higher-resolution cameras (typical of perimeter, parking, and identification-focused layouts).
Strengths
- •64-channel headroom absorbs phased expansion without forcing a second chassis
- •24 built-in PoE ports eliminate the need for an external switch on small installs
- •8 HDD bays support RAID protection for evidentiary recording
- •RAID 0/1/5/10 support protects archive against single-disk failure
- •H.265 codec roughly halves storage cost over legacy H.264 installs
Considerations
- •No notable limitations for the intended class of installations
Storage planning
Running all 64 channels at the industry-typical 4 Mbps/channel H.265 CBR (15 fps, 4 MP scene complexity), the MOVE NVR-64 (Mx-S-NVR1A-64-POE) produces roughly 2700 GB of footage per day — about 18900 GB/week, 81000 GB/month, and 243000 GB across a 90-day retention window. These figures are deterministic — derived from your bitrate assumption, the channel count, and the calendar — not estimated from a marketing data sheet.
Estimates assume 4 Mbps per channel H.265 CBR continuous recording. Motion-only recording typically reduces storage by 40-70%.
Bandwidth headroom
Input (ingest)
Avg 7.5 Mbps per channel — enough for all channels at full 4MP H.265 at 4 Mbps/channel.
Output (playback)
Sets the ceiling for simultaneous remote playback streams to mobile and web clients.
Installation tips for the MOVE NVR-64 (Mx-S-NVR1A-64-POE)
Install in a standard 19-inch rack cabinet on supported rack rails; allow at least 1U of clearance above and below the 2U for airflow and HDD-bay servicing.
Plan storage at roughly 2700 GB/day (≈81000 GB/month) for continuous H.265 recording at 4 Mbps/channel — match HDD capacity to the longest retention window the privacy policy or insurance contract demands.
Use RAID 5 (one-disk parity) for general-purpose archive or RAID 6 (two-disk parity) for evidentiary recording — RAID 10 is fastest but burns half the bays on mirroring, only worth it when write performance is the bottleneck.
Distribute high-power cameras (PTZ, heated housings) across the 24 built-in PoE ports — concentrating them on a single port group can exceed the per-port PoE budget even when the chassis total has headroom.
Power & rack
Power draw sits at roughly 70 W idle and around 70 W under full load (8-bay HDD activity). That dissipates approximately 239 BTU/hour of heat into the rack — size the comms-cabinet ventilation accordingly. Allow 2U of cabinet space for the chassis plus 1U of unobstructed airflow above and below; pair with a UPS sized for at least 15-minute hold-up so the recorder shuts down cleanly on mains failure.
Installer time & cost (rough estimate)
A typical EU integrator quotes 14-16 h of labour to commission the Mobotix MOVE NVR-64 (Mx-S-NVR1A-64-POE) (approximately €630-€720 excluding hardware), broken down as physical install, HDD population and RAID set-up, 64-channel discovery and IP/credential configuration, schedule + retention setup, motion / event rules per camera, mobile-app pairing, and a brief operator handover. Allow extra time for sites with non-standard network topology (multi-VLAN, multi-site bridges) or for migrations from a legacy DVR where camera streams must be re-addressed.
Indicative EU 2024-2025 pricing — actual quotes vary by region, network topology and migration scope. Excludes hardware, HDDs, transport, permits, and VAT.
Frequently asked questions
How many cameras can the Mobotix MOVE NVR-64 (Mx-S-NVR1A-64-POE) record?
Up to 64 IP camera channels per chassis. Total ingest bandwidth is 480 Mbps, which sets the practical ceiling — running every channel at 4K (typically 8 Mbps each) requires 512 Mbps, so verify whether your camera plan fits inside the bandwidth budget.
Does the Mobotix MOVE NVR-64 (Mx-S-NVR1A-64-POE) support third-party (ONVIF) cameras?
Yes — ONVIF Profile S/T support means the unit records from third-party cameras as well as the same-brand catalog. Most cameras supporting ONVIF 16.12 or newer plug-and-play; older firmware may require manual stream URL configuration in the NVR web UI.
How much storage does the Mobotix MOVE NVR-64 (Mx-S-NVR1A-64-POE) need for 30-day recording?
At the industry-typical 4 Mbps per channel H.265 CBR (15 fps, 4 MP scene), all 64 channels recording continuously for 30 days produces approximately 81000 GB (79.1 TB) of footage. Motion-only or event-triggered recording typically cuts that by 40-70 % depending on scene activity. Plan HDD capacity for the longest retention window your privacy policy or insurance contract demands.
What HDDs are recommended for the Mobotix MOVE NVR-64 (Mx-S-NVR1A-64-POE)?
Use surveillance-rated HDDs — WD Purple, Seagate SkyHawk, Toshiba S300, or equivalent. Desktop / consumer drives (WD Blue, Seagate Barracuda) are not validated for 24/7 write workloads and typically fail within 12-18 months in CCTV use. Match drive capacity across bays if planning RAID — mixed capacities default to the smallest disk size per stripe.
Does the Mobotix MOVE NVR-64 (Mx-S-NVR1A-64-POE) need its own PoE switch?
Not on small installs — 24 built-in PoE ports power and connect cameras directly to the recorder. On larger sites a dedicated managed PoE switch is still the cleaner architecture: separate failure domain, larger PoE budget, easier replacement.
What power and cooling does the Mobotix MOVE NVR-64 (Mx-S-NVR1A-64-POE) need?
Plan for 70 W idle and ~70 W under full load, dissipating roughly 239 BTU/hour into the rack or cupboard. Size the UPS for at least 15-minute hold-up so the unit can flush write buffers and shut down cleanly on mains failure — abrupt power loss is the leading cause of NVR file-system corruption in commercial installs.
Is the Mobotix MOVE NVR-64 (Mx-S-NVR1A-64-POE) suitable for evidentiary recording?
Yes — RAID 0/1/5/10 support protects archive against single-disk (or two-disk on RAID 6) failure, and channel headroom supports the typical 30-90 day retention required by Polish and EU evidentiary policies. Export footage via the web UI or front-USB; native hash signing ties the export to the source archive.
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System Budget Estimator
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CCTV Storage Planning Guide
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