The Hikvision DS-7716NI-M4 is a 16-channel M Series 8K network video recorder without built-in PoE ports, offering the same true 8K video output and Ultra HD decoding as its /16P sibling, for sites that already have PoE switching in place or prefer to power cameras separately.
Hikvision DS-7716NI-M4 16-Channel 8K NVR
Up to 16 IP camera channels are supported, with resolution up to 32MP per channel and up to 8 channels at 32MP/24MP when Ultra HD mode is enabled. HDMI 1 supports true 8K output at 30Hz alongside 4K, 2K and 1080p fallback resolutions, with independent HDMI and VGA outputs and dual 4K HDMI capability when full 8K isn't required.
With 256 Mbps incoming and outgoing bandwidth and up to 4 SATA interfaces for on-board storage, this recorder is well matched to a 16-camera site that needs genuine high-resolution monitor output. Because it has no built-in PoE, it's typically a more cost-effective choice where camera power is already handled by existing network infrastructure.
8K Video Output
HDMI 1 supports resolutions up to 8K (7680 × 4320) at 30Hz, with 4K, 2K and 1080p fallback options, and dual 4K HDMI output when full 8K isn't required.
No Built-In PoE
Unlike the DS-7716NI-M4/16P, this model has no built-in PoE ports, suiting sites with existing PoE switching in place or wanting to avoid paying for unused built-in ports.
Storage & AI-Assisted Encoding
Up to 4 SATA interfaces support on-board storage. Guanlan AI Encoding, along with See Clearer and See Smarter technologies, underpin the recorder's image processing performance.
KEY BENEFITS
- True 8K video output, or dual 4K when full 8K isn't required
- Ultra HD mode supports up to 8 channels at 32MP/24MP simultaneously
- Up to 4 SATA interfaces for substantial on-board storage
- Cost-effective for sites with existing PoE switching infrastructure
- Guanlan AI Encoding helps optimise storage use for key scene content
KEY FEATURES
- 16-channel IP camera input
- No built-in PoE (compare DS-7716NI-M4/16P)
- Decoding up to 16-ch@4MP; up to 8-ch@32MP/24MP with Ultra HD mode
- H.265+ / H.265 / H.264+ / H.264 video compression
- HDMI 1: up to 8K@30Hz, 4K@60/30Hz, 2K@60Hz, 1080p@60Hz
- Independent HDMI and VGA outputs; dual 4K HDMI supported
- Up to 4 SATA interfaces
- 256 Mbps incoming / 256 Mbps outgoing bandwidth
- Up to 8-ch IP speaker connections
IDEAL FOR
- Sites with existing PoE switching infrastructure already in place
- Control rooms needing true 8K video output on a 16-channel system
- Sites with several very high-resolution (32MP) cameras alongside standard ones
- Installations needing substantial on-board storage (up to 4 SATA drives)
- Installers avoiding the cost of built-in PoE ports they won't use
- Sites standardising on Hikvision's M Series platform for consistent management
- Retail, office or light industrial sites needing 16-channel 8K recording
- Installers wanting dual 4K HDMI output as an alternative to full 8K
| Specification |
Details |
| Brand |
Hikvision |
| Model |
DS-7716NI-M4 |
| Product Type |
M Series 8K Network Video Recorder |
| IP Video Input |
Up to 16 channels |
| Built-In PoE |
None (compare DS-7716NI-M4/16P) |
| Decoding Capacity |
Up to 16-ch@4MP; up to 8-ch@32MP/24MP with Ultra HD mode |
| Video Compression |
H.265+ / H.265 / H.264+ / H.264 |
| HDMI 1 Output |
8K@30Hz, 4K@60/30Hz, 2K@60Hz, 1080p@60Hz |
| Video Output |
Independent HDMI & VGA; dual 4K HDMI supported |
| Storage |
Up to 4 SATA interfaces |
| Bandwidth |
256 Mbps incoming, 256 Mbps outgoing |
| Audio |
Up to 8-ch IP speaker connections |
| Power / Dimensions / Weight |
Not confirmed from the pages reviewed — verify before publishing |
| Warranty |
Manufacturer standard warranty (confirm current term before publishing) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between this and the DS-7716NI-M4/16P?
They share the same 16-channel, 8K-capable platform. This base model has no built-in PoE ports, while the /16P variant adds 16 built-in PoE ports matching its channel count for direct camera power delivery.
Can it output true 8K video?
Yes, HDMI 1 supports 7680 × 4320 at 30Hz.
What does "Ultra HD mode" do?
When enabled, it allows up to 8 channels to run at 32MP or 24MP resolution simultaneously, reducing the decoding budget available for lower-resolution channels.
How much storage can it support?
Up to 4 SATA interfaces for on-board drives.
Is this a good fit if I already have PoE infrastructure?
Yes, since it has no built-in PoE ports, this model avoids paying for ports you won't use if your site already has PoE switching in place.
Can it drive two separate displays?
Yes, independent HDMI and VGA outputs are provided, with dual 4K HDMI output supported as an alternative to full 8K.
What is Guanlan AI Encoding?
Hikvision's advanced vision-model-based encoding technology, which prioritises clarity for key objects while compressing redundant background content more aggressively.
Does it support IP speakers?
Yes, up to 8 channels of IP speakers can be connected for audible alerts.
