6-Bay QVR Pro Network Video Recorder
QNAP QVP-63B Surveillance NVR
A six-bay tower NVR with QVR Pro OS, a four-core Intel Core i3 processor, 16 GB DDR4 memory, eight embedded camera channels, support for up to 36 channels and dual 2.5GbE networking.
High-throughput surveillance storage for smaller deployments
The QNAP QVP-63B combines QVR Pro OS with six hot-swappable drive bays, an Intel Core i3 processor and 16 GB memory. It includes eight embedded camera channels, lists a maximum of 36 channels and 1188 Mbps throughput, and provides dual 2.5GbE networking for secure, centrally managed video surveillance in small businesses and offices.
Key features and benefits
Eight embedded channels
Eight IP camera channels are included in the QVR Pro configuration.
Up to 36 channels
The stated maximum is 36 channels at H.264, 1920 × 1080 and 30 FPS.
Six hot-swappable bays
The six SATA bays support the listed 3.5-inch HDDs, 2.5-inch HDDs and 2.5-inch SSDs.
High listed throughput
A stated maximum throughput of 1188 Mbps supports the appliance’s surveillance workload.
Dual 2.5GbE networking
Two 2.5GbE ports provide multi-gigabit network connectivity.
ONVIF and client access
It supports ONVIF cameras and management from Windows, Mac and mobile devices.
Who is this model best for?
A strong choice for
- Small-business and SOHO surveillance
- Six-bay central video storage
- Deployments starting with eight embedded channels
- Systems scaling toward 36 camera channels
- Sites using 2.5GbE networking
Consider another model if you need
- You need more than 36 camera channels
- You require eight internal drive bays
- You need a rackmount NVR
Key specifications
- Operating system
- QVR Pro OS (QVP)
- Processor
- Intel Core i3, 4-core/8-thread
- System memory
- 16 GB SODIMM DDR4 (1 × 16 GB)
- Maximum memory
- 64 GB (2 × 32 GB)
- Camera channels
- 8 embedded; maximum 36
- Maximum throughput
- 1188 Mbps
- Drive bays
- 6 × 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s
- M.2 slots
- 2 × M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 4 x4
- Networking
- 2 × 2.5GbE
- Dimensions
- 188.2 × 264.3 × 280.8 mm
Full technical specifications
Surveillance platform and capacity
| OS | QVR Pro OS (QVP) |
|---|---|
| Max Live Cameras (Local Display) | 50ch @ All 720p,H.264, 30FPS 30ch @ All 1080p,H.264, 30FPS |
| Max Playback Cameras (Local Display) | 16 |
| Embedded Channel | 8 |
| Max Channel | 36 H264 / 1920x1080 / 30FPS |
| Max Throughput | 1188 Mbps |
Processor, memory and storage
| CPU | Intel® Core™ i3 4-core/8-thread Processor |
|---|---|
| CPU Architecture | 64-bit x86 |
| Graphic Processors | Intel® UHD Graphics 730 |
| Hardware-accelerated Transcoding | Supported |
| System Memory | 16 GB SODIMM DDR4 (1 x 16 GB) |
| Maximum Memory | 64 GB ( 2 x 32 GB) |
| Memory Slot | 2 x SO-DIMM DDR4 |
| Flash Memory | 5GB (Dual boot OS protection) |
| Drive Bay | 6 x 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s The system is shipped without HDD. For the HDD compatibility list |
| Drive Compatibility | 3.5-inch bays: 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives 2.5-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 Gen4 x4 slots |
| File System: Internal Hard Drive | EXT4 |
Software and system features
| Max Concurrent Connection (Client) | 16 (4 live cameras / per remote client) *The number of client concurrent connection varies by live cameras |
|---|
Network, ports and expansion
| 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port | 2 |
|---|---|
| PCIe Slot | 2 Slot 1: PCIe Gen 4 x16 Slot 2: PCIe Gen 4 x4 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Port | 1 x Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps 2 x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps |
| HDMI™ Output | 1, HDMI™ 1.4b (up to 4096 x 2160 @ 30Hz) |
Physical, environmental and power
| Form Factor | Tower |
|---|---|
| LED Indicators | HDD 1-6, Status, LAN, USB port, M.2 port |
| LCD Display/ Button | Yes |
| Buttons | Power, Reset, USB Copy |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 188.2 × 264.3 × 280.8 mm |
| Weight (Net) | 6.32 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 | 250W, 100-240V |
| Power Consumption: HDD Sleep Mode | 39.911 W |
| Power Consumption: Operating Mode, Typical | 79.363 W With WD10EFRX drives fully populated |
| Fan | System fan: 2 x 92mm, 12VDC CPU fan: 1 x 60mm, 12VDC |
| Sound Level | 23.8 db(A) |
| System Warning | Voice prompts or Buzzer |
| Tray Locker | Yes |
Frequently asked questions about the QVP-63B
What is the QNAP QVP-63B?
It is a six-bay QVR Pro tower NVR with a four-core Intel Core i3 processor, 16 GB memory, eight embedded channels and a stated maximum of 36 channels.
Which processor does the QVP-63B use?
The QVP-63B uses an Intel Core i3 four-core, eight-thread processor.
How much memory is included with the QVP-63B?
It includes 16 GB SODIMM DDR4 memory as one 16 GB module and supports a stated maximum of 64 GB.
How many drive bays does the QVP-63B have?
It has six 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s drive bays.
Which drive types are supported by the QVP-63B?
Its 3.5-inch bays support 3.5-inch SATA HDDs, 2.5-inch SATA HDDs and 2.5-inch SATA SSDs.
Which network ports are built into the QVP-63B?
It includes two 2.5GbE ports.
What expansion options does the QVP-63B provide?
It provides two M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 4 x4 slots, two PCIe Gen 4 slots, three USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports and one HDMI output.
What form factor is the QVP-63B?
It is a tower network video recorder.
What are the dimensions of the QVP-63B?
Its stated dimensions are 188.2 × 264.3 × 280.8 mm.
How many camera channels does the QVP-63B support?
It includes eight embedded channels and lists a maximum of 36 channels at H.264, 1920 × 1080 and 30 FPS.
Important information
The system is shipped without HDDs.
The 36-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 stated 79.363 W operating figure was measured with WD10EFRX drives fully populated.
