2-Bay QVR Pro Network Video Recorder
QNAP QVP-21C Surveillance NVR
A compact two-bay diskless QVR Pro tower NVR with an Intel Celeron J6412 four-core processor, 8GB memory, eight embedded camera channels, a stated 16-channel maximum and dual 2.5GbE networking.
Compact two-bay surveillance with eight embedded channels
The QNAP QVP-21C provides centrally managed monitoring and recording in a compact two-bay tower. It combines QVR Pro OS, eight embedded camera channels, a stated 16-channel maximum, dual 2.5GbE ports, dual HDMI outputs and two M.2 slots for home, small-business and office surveillance.
Key features and benefits
Eight embedded channels
Eight IP camera channels are included, with a stated maximum of 16 channels.
Compact two-bay storage
Two hot-swappable SATA bays support the listed HDD and SSD options.
ONVIF camera support
The product is described as compatible with ONVIF cameras and cameras from more than 200 brands.
Dual 2.5GbE ports
Two 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet ports support surveillance data transfer.
Dual HDMI local display
Two HDMI 1.4b outputs support extended display for real-time multi-channel viewing.
AI surveillance expansion
The listed Intel OpenVINO engine and Edge TPU expansion through the M.2 slots support lightweight AI surveillance applications.
Who is this model best for?
A strong choice for
- Home and small-office surveillance
- Compact two-bay video storage
- Deployments starting with eight embedded channels
- Systems scaling toward 16 camera channels
- Sites using 2.5GbE networking
Consider another model if you need
- You need more than 16 camera channels
- You require more than two internal drive bays
- You need a rackmount surveillance appliance
Key specifications
- Operating system
- QVR Pro OS (QVP)
- Processor
- Intel Celeron J6412 4-core/4-thread processor, burst up to 2.6 GHz
- System memory
- 8GB
- Maximum memory
- 16 GB (2 × 8 GB)
- Camera channels
- 8 embedded; maximum 16
- Maximum throughput
- 200 Mbps
- Drive bays
- 2 × 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s
- Drive compatibility
- 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives; 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives
- M.2 slots
- 2 × M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 3 x2
- Networking
- two 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet ports
- HDMI output
- 2 × HDMI 1.4b, up to 4096 × 2160 at 30Hz
- Dimensions
- 169.2 × 102 × 220.5 mm
Full technical specifications
Surveillance platform and capacity
| OS | QVR Pro OS (QVP) |
|---|---|
| Max Live Cameras (Local Display) | 12ch @ All 720p,H.264, 30FPS 6ch @ All 1080p,H.264, 30FPS |
| Max Playback Cameras (Local Display) | 12 |
| Embedded Channel | 8 |
| Max Channel | 16 H264 / 1920x1080 / 30FPS |
Processor, memory and storage
| CPU | Intel® Celeron® J6412 4-core/4-thread processor, burst up to 2.6 GHz |
|---|---|
| CPU Architecture | 64-bit x86 |
| Graphic Processors | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Hardware-accelerated Transcoding | Supported |
| System Memory | 8GB |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB ( 2 x 8 GB) |
| Memory Slot | 2 x SO-DIMM DDR4 |
| Flash Memory | 4GB (Dual boot OS protection) |
| Drive Bay | 2 x 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s The system is shipped without HDD. For the HDD compatibility list |
| Drive Compatibility | 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives |
| Hot-swappable | Supported |
| M.2 SSD Slot | 2 x M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 3 x2 |
| File System: Internal Hard Drive | EXT4 |
Software and system features
| Max Concurrent Connection (Client) | 8 (4 live cameras / per remote client) *The number of client concurrent connection varies by live cameras |
|---|
Network, ports and switching
| Max Throughput | 200 Mbps |
|---|---|
| 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port | 2 |
| USB 2.0 port | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Port | 2 |
| HDMI™ Output | 2, HDMI™ 1.4b (up to 4096 x 2160 @ 30Hz) |
Physical, environmental and power
| Form Factor | Tower |
|---|---|
| LED Indicators | HDD 1-2, Status, LAN, USB port, M.2 port |
| Buttons | Power, Reset, USB Auto Copy |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 169.2 × 102 × 220.5 mm |
| Weight (Net) | 1.57 kg |
| Weight (Gross) | 2.57 kg |
| Operating temperature | 0 - 40 °C (32°F - 104°F) |
| Relative Humidity | 5-95% RH non-condensing, wet bulb: 27°C (80.6°F) |
| Power Supply Unit | 60W/65W adapter, 100-240V |
| Power Consumption: HDD Sleep Mode | 20.943 W |
| Power Consumption: Operating Mode, Typical | 24.238 W |
| Fan | 1 x 70mm, 12VDC |
| Sound Level | 15.4 db(A) |
| System Warning | Buzzer |
| Tray Locker | Yes |
Frequently asked questions about the QVP-21C
What is the QNAP QVP-21C?
It is a two-bay QVR Pro tower NVR with an Intel Celeron J6412 processor, 8GB memory, eight embedded camera channels and a stated 16-channel maximum.
Which processor does the QVP-21C use?
QVP-21C uses Intel Celeron J6412 4-core/4-thread processor, burst up to 2.6 GHz.
How much memory is included with the QVP-21C?
QVP-21C includes 8GB and lists a maximum memory capacity of 16 GB (2 × 8 GB).
How many drive bays does the QVP-21C have?
QVP-21C has 2 SATA drive bays.
Which drives are supported by the QVP-21C?
Its bays support 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives and 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives.
How many camera channels does the QVP-21C support?
QVP-21C includes 8 embedded channels and lists a maximum of 16 channels at H.264, 1920 × 1080 and 30 FPS.
Which network ports are built into the QVP-21C?
QVP-21C includes two 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet ports.
What local display capability is listed for the QVP-21C?
It lists up to 12 live 720p cameras or six live 1080p cameras at H.264 and 30 FPS, plus up to 12 playback cameras.
What are the dimensions of the QVP-21C?
The stated dimensions of the QVP-21C are 169.2 × 102 × 220.5 mm.
Which operating system does the QVP-21C use?
QVP-21C uses QVR Pro OS (QVP).
Important information
The system is shipped without HDDs.
The 16-channel maximum is stated for H.264 at 1920 × 1080 and 30 FPS.
The number of concurrent client connections varies with the number of live cameras.
The product is described as an extended-availability model supported up to 2029.
