INR-407 - Video recorder ACTi - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Network Video Recorder (NVR)
Brand	ACTi
Model	INR-407
Max Channels	256
Hard Drive Bays	8 (3.5-inch SATA, hot-swappable)
Form Factor	Rackmount, 2U
RAID Support	Hardware RAID (0, 1, 5, 10) via utility
Operating System	Windows-based
Video Output	HDMI, DVI, DisplayPort
Network Interface	Ethernet (RJ-45)
Power Supply	250W (typical, internal)
Dimensions (H x W x D)	3.5 x 19 x 20 inches (approx, 2U rack)
Weight	15 kg (33 lbs) approximate without disks
Compatible Cameras	ACTi, ONVIF, and other brands
Recording Modes	Continuous schedule and event-based recording
Remote Access	Web client (NVR interface)
Included Accessories	Rail kit, power cord, universal converter, disk screws, warranty card
Certified Hard Drives	ACTi HDD list at www.acti.com/hddselector
Cooling	Front-to-back airflow, min 5 cm clearance

Frequently Asked Questions - INR-407 ACTi

How many cameras can the INR-407 support?

The INR-407 supports up to 256 channels of network cameras.

What type of hard drives are compatible?

Use ACTi-certified 3.5-inch SATA hard disks. Check the certified list at www.acti.com/hddselector.

How do I install hard drives?

Turn off the unit, remove the tray by sliding the lock tab, mount the disk with provided screws (connector facing SATA contacts), then insert tray and press hinge tab until it clicks.

How do I set up RAID?

On Windows, double-click the RAID utility. Log in with server IP and credentials, then create a virtual drive in Simple mode, selecting RAID level and capacity.

How do I assign a static IP address?

Enter Windows, go to Network and Sharing Center, and manually configure the network settings for a static IP.

How do I add cameras?

Go to Setup > Devices > Cameras > Add. Use Hybrid Search for automatic discovery, ONVIF Search for ONVIF cameras, or manual entry for cameras on different networks.

How do I set recording schedules?

In Setup > Schedule, select the camera. Choose Schedule Recording for continuous or Event Recording for trigger-based. Drag on the timetable to define sessions, then click Apply.

How do I create users and groups?

In Setup > Users > User Groups, add a group. Then in Users panel, add user with account, password, email, and assign group.

How do I set the admin password?

Open NVR3 Administrator Tool from Windows search, go to Account page, click Password Setup, type password, and apply.

What should I do if I have issues during installation?

Contact ACTi support via Customer Help Desk at www.acti.com/CHD or refer to the system administrator manual at www.acti.com/downloadcenter.

USER MANUAL INR-407 ACTi

Quick Installation Guide

INR-406

128-Channel 8-Bay Rackmount Standalone NVR

INR-407

256-Channel 8-Bay Rackmount Standalone NVR

BEFORE YOU START

Thank you for purchasing ACTi Standalone Network Video Recorder. This guide contains all the information you need to quickly set up ACTi INR server system via local interface.

For detailed instructions on installation, operation and how to log in to INR as a web client, please refer to the product manuals provided on ACTi corporate website.

The items below are prerequisite for installation:

• Network cameras
• Network cables
- Network switch
• Monitor (with HDMI, DVI or Display Port cable)
- USB mouse
• At least one ACTi-certified 3.5-inch SATA hard disk

Find the certified disk models at http://www.acti.com/hddselector

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

UNPACK

This package contains:

• INR
- Rail Kit
- Power Cord
• Universal Converter

- Disk Screws Pack - Warranty Card

Front view of a silver rack-mounted server with multiple drive bays (no visible text or labels)

AT A GLANCE

Front Panel

Rear Panel

RACKMOUNT THE UNIT

This unit is designed to be mounted on a standard server rack, which occupies 2U (3.5") of vertical space.

1. Allow a minimum of 5 cm clearance at the front and the rear for front-to-back airflow of the unit.

2. Use the bundled rail kit, and install that to support the entire unit.

3. Secure the unit onto the rack.

Two metallic cylindrical metal components with mounting flanges and mounting holes (no visible text or symbols)

INR Sliding Rail Kit

Interior view of a server rack with open doors and a blue arrow pointing to a rack unit, labeled 'I2U' in red (no text on cabinet or equipment)

HARD DISK INSTALLATION

Make sure this unit is turned off, and insert the hard disks into the disk bays following the sequence of tray numbers.

REMOVE THE TRAY

Step 1

Slide the lock tab aside, and the hinge tab will pop out by itself.

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Step 2

Hold the tab lever and pull out the tray.

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INSTALL THE TRAY

Step 4

Place your thumb on the lock to push the tray into position in the chassis.

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Step 5

Press the hinge tab until it clicks into place.

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MOUNT THE DISK

Step 3

Loosen the two screws on the tray to remove the dummy disk. Secure the hard disk on the tray with the provided disk screws. Make sure the disk connector faces towards the SATA contacts inside the unit.

Two views of a hard disk drive showing internal components and mounting holes, with arrows indicating motion direction (no text or symbols present)

CONNECT THE DEVICES

The example below displays a network consisting of only INR, network cameras and required peripherals. Please remember to enable the DHCP service on your router for INR to obtain an IP address automatically.

Note

To assign a static IP address to INR, enter Windows and configure the network settings in Network and Sharing Center.

USB Devices

START-UP

1. On the front panel, press the Power Button to turn on the unit.
2. On the Windows login screen, follow the on-screen instructions to setup your login password. This will be used in succeeding Windows login. It is strongly recommended not to leave the password blank.

CREATE HARDWARE RAID (OPTIONAL)

As this unit supports hardware RAID configuration, you can make disk arrays using the bundled software utility.

1. On Windows Desktop, double-click on the shortcut to initialize the RAID management utility.
2. On Remote servers list, select the IP address of this server and click on "Login". On the login window, input the credentials and click "Login".

1. On the Dashboard page, click on "Create virtual drive".

1. Choose "Simple" mode and then click on "Next".

1. Select the RAID level, number of Virtual drives (arrays) and the Capacity of the array, and then click on "Next".

1. On confirmation window, click on "Finish".

SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION

CREATE DISK VOLUMES

Use Windows Disk Management to create disk volumes so that INR can access the available storage space.

1. On Windows Search Box, search and enter "computer management".

1. Select "Disk Management", right-click on a disk title and select "Initialize Disk", choose "GPT" as the partition style and click on "OK".

1. Right-click on the initialized disk and select the volume type to make a new volume.

1. Follow the on-screen Wizard to complete. Make sure you assign the desired drive letter and give a proper label name to this volume.

1. After the volume is created, it is shown on Volume List and is ready for recording.

Note

To make a Striped volume, a Mirrored volume or a RAID-5 volume, it is recommended that you select disks of the same model and capacity.

Note

For detailed instructions on choosing the RAID types and troubleshooting hard disk issues, please refer to System Administrator's manual provided on ACTi Download Center at http://www.acti.com/downloadcenter

SET ADMIN PASSWORD

For first-time use, make sure to setup the administrator password.

1. On Windows Search Box, search and enter "administrator tool".
2. Click NVR3 Administrator Tool to open the application.

1. On the tool interface, go to the Account page, then click the Password Setup button.

1. Type the preferred password, and then click Apply.

LOG IN

On Windows Destop, double-click on to enter NVR interface.

Type the Account and Password, and click Login.

CREATE USERS

On NVR screen, click Setup button to enter Setup page and then Users tab.

1. Select "User Groups", click "Add" to start adding a new user group.

2. Input group ID, Name, and click "Apply".

1. Click on the Users panel, click "Add" to start adding a new user.
2. Input the user's Account, Password, Email address and select its User Group, and then click "Apply".

SELECT STORAGE DRIVES

1. Go to Setup page and then Storage tab.
2. On Disk Drive List, de-select C Drive, and select other storage drives.
3. Click "Apply".

ADD CAMERAS

1. Go to Setup page and then Devices tab.
2. Select the Camera panel, and then Click "Add".
3. Choose a search method based on your network environment and camera brand.

Search Cameras

Use "Hybrid Search" to automatically search the network for all cameras, or click "ONVIF Search" for ONVIF-compliant cameras of any brand.

After selecting your desired cameras, click "Apply".

Add Camera Manually

If you are adding a camera located in another network, use "Add Camera Manually". Fill in Media Type, Protocol, IP Address, HTTP Port, Account and

Password. Finally, click "Get Device Settings" and then "Apply".

Add Mobile

Use "Add Mobile" to search for mobile device cameras in the network. Select the device and click "Accept".

CONFIGURE CAMERA SETTINGS

1. Go to Setup page and then Devices tab. Choose the camera from the Camera List.

2. Select Basic, Video, Audio, PTZ, or Preset Tour tab to configure related settings.

3. Click "Apply" to save the settings.

Note

Availability of page tabs depend on camera capabilities.

SET RECORDING SCHEDULE

The recording service automatically starts full-time recording for a newly added camera. You can modify the recording schedule to suit your needs.

1. Go to Setup page and then Schedule tab. Select the camera from Camera List.

2. Choose a recording mode: or Schedule Recording Event Recording

Schedule Recording: Records video continuously during the scheduled session.

Event Recording: Records video based on specific triggers such as when a motion is detected by the camera.

1. Drag on the time table to define the time session.

2. Click "Apply".

Note

If you have any question during system installation, please feel free to contact our engineers via ACTi Customer Help Desk platform at http://www.acti.com/CHD

CUSTOMIZE VIEWS

1. Go to Live View page. On top of the screen, click on ☐ on the View Tool Bar to create a new layout, then click on ☐ to enter edit mode.
2. Select a layout style.
3. To add a camera view, pull a camera from Camera List to a channel. To add a map view, mouse over a channel and click on upload the map. Drag the lower right corner to adjust the channel size.
4. On the View Tool Bar, click on to save this view.
5. You can set this view as default view by clicking on .

VALIDATION

To check live streaming of all channels, go to Live View page, double-click on 📄 camera List.

To check recording, go to Playback page, and then select (double-click) a view from View List or a camera from Camera List. Drag on the time bar to see the recorded video.

Due to continuous product improvements, some contents may have changed from the time this documentation was printed. You can download the latest user documentation, which shall prevail over the printed version provided in the package, from http://www.acti.com/downloadcenter.