AXIS S1228 Rack AI 12 TB 32-Channel AI Recording Server, 03334-001
Description
AXIS S1228 Rack AI 12 TB AI-Optimized Recording Server – Fast Smart Search
The AXIS S1228 Rack AI is a 1U AXIS Camera Station Pro server built for AI-based analytics, pairing an NVIDIA A series GPU with a dedicated 960 GB SSD for the Smart search database. It classifies up to 3,000 objects per minute at 1080p (5,500 at 720p), which makes free text search in Smart search fast even in busy scenes, and it ships with 12 TB of storage, 28 Camera Station Pro licenses and 10 AXIS Audio Manager Pro licenses. Ideal for schools, retail and traffic environments where investigators need answers quickly.
Key Specifications
| AI acceleration | NVIDIA A series GPU for object classification |
| Smart search capacity | Up to 3,000 classifications per minute at 1080p, 5,500 at 720p |
| Smart search database | Dedicated 960 GB SSD |
| Storage as shipped | 12 TB (1x 12 TB enterprise SATA HDD, 7200 rpm), 1 free bay |
| RAID | Not configured at factory; supports RAID 0, 1 |
| Licenses included | 28 AXIS Camera Station Pro Core Device NVR licenses + 10 AXIS Audio Manager Pro licenses |
| Validated capacity | 32 video channels and 64 doors; recording bitrate up to 300 Mbit/s |
| Processor / memory | Intel Xeon E processor; 2x 16 GB RAM |
| Software requirement | AXIS Camera Station Pro 6.8 or higher |
| Power | 450 W Platinum supply; 130 W typical, 210 W max |
| Form factor | 1U rack, 483.14 mm (19.02 in) deep without bezel |
| Security | FIPS 140-2 level 2 TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, TAA compliant |
Full specifications are listed in the Detailed Specifications tab.
Why Choose the AXIS S1228 Rack AI?
- Optimized for free text search in AXIS Camera Station Pro Smart search
- NVIDIA A series GPU handles object classification in busy scenes
- Separate SSDs for the operating system and the Smart search database
- 28 AXIS Camera Station Pro and 10 AXIS Audio Manager Pro licenses included
- 12 TB enterprise drive plus one empty bay
- FIPS 140-2 level 2 TPM 2.0, Secure Boot and SBOM
- Next Business Day Onsite Support, Keep Your Hard Drive and 5-year warranty
Faster Answers From Smart Search
Smart search with free text lets operators describe what they are looking for and get results across recorded video. On standard servers that can take time in scenes with many moving objects; the S1228 Rack AI processes classification in the background on its GPU and CPU, so the search database stays current. Axis rates it at approximately 3,000 classifications per minute at 1080p and 5,500 per minute at 720p for the whole system.
Hardware Tuned for Analytics
An Intel Xeon E processor, 2x 16 GB of memory and an NVIDIA A series graphics card do the heavy lifting. A 480 GB SSD holds the operating system and a second 960 GB SSD holds the Smart search database, which keeps performance high and spreads wear across drives. The server needs AXIS Camera Station Pro 6.8 or higher.
Recording and Licenses
The S1228 is qualified for 32 video channels, 64 doors and 300 Mbit/s of recording. It includes 28 AXIS Camera Station Pro Core Device NVR licenses and 10 AXIS Audio Manager Pro licenses, and one 12 TB enterprise drive with a second bay free for a mirror or more capacity.
Cybersecurity and Compliance
A FIPS 140-2 level 2 certified TPM 2.0 protects encrypted operating system and recording drives, and Secure Boot and an SBOM are provided. The datasheet lists the server as TAA compliant. Dell Ready Rails 1U static rails are included, and iDRAC 9 handles remote server management.
Typical Applications
- K-12 schools and campuses with busy hallways
- Retail stores and shopping centers
- Traffic and parking environments
- Transit stations and public venues
- Investigations teams that search large video archives
- Security teams reviewing incidents across many cameras
Compatible Accessories
Compatible accessories for the AXIS S1228 Rack AI. Linked items are available at Affinitech Store; contact us for the others:
- AXIS Enterprise Hard Drive 4 TB
- AXIS Enterprise Hard Drive 8 TB
- AXIS Enterprise Hard Drive 12 TB (03317-001)
- AXIS Camera Station Pro Core Device NVR License
- AXIS Camera Station Pro Universal Device NVR License
- AXIS S9301 Mk II Workstation
- AXIS S9302 Mk II Workstation
- AXIS TU9001 Control Board
- AXIS TU9002 Joystick
- AXIS TU9003 Keypad
- AXIS S3008 Mk II Recorder
- AXIS S3016 Recorder
- AXIS S4000 Rack Recorder
- AXIS T8516 PoE+ Network Switch
- AXIS T8524 PoE+ Network Switch
- AXIS D8248 Managed PoE++ Switch
Compare AXIS S12 Recording Servers
| Model | Storage / capacity | Type | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXIS S1216 Tower Mk II | 8 TB; 16 licenses; up to 32 channels | Compact tower server and client | Small sites that view video locally |
| AXIS S1224 Rack | 12 TB; 24 licenses; up to 32 channels | 1U rack server with one free bay | Small to mid-size systems in a rack |
| AXIS S1228 Rack AI (this server) | 12 TB; 28 licenses; up to 32 channels | 1U AI-optimized server with NVIDIA GPU | Busy scenes and fast Smart search |
| AXIS S1232 Tower | 32 TB; 32 licenses; up to 64 channels | Tower server and client with GPU | Mid-size sites without a server rack |
| AXIS S1232 Rack | 16 TB / 32 TB; 32 licenses; up to 64 channels | 1U rack server, redundant power | Mid-size systems in a server room |
| AXIS S1264 Rack | 24 TB / 64 TB / 144 TB; 64 licenses; up to 96 channels | 2U rack server with 12 drive bays | Large sites, campuses and districts |
| AXIS S1296 Rack | 96 TB / 192 TB; 96 licenses; up to 150 channels | 2U rack server with 10 GbE and SAS drives | Enterprise and high-bitrate systems |
Don’t need GPU-accelerated search? The AXIS S1224 Rack 12 TB offers the same 1U, 12 TB, 32-channel platform without the GPU.
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Frequently Asked Questions About AXIS S1228 Rack AI
What makes the AXIS S1228 Rack AI different from other S12 servers?
It adds an NVIDIA A series GPU and a dedicated 960 GB Smart search database SSD, optimized for AI-based object classification and free text search in Smart search.
How fast is object classification?
Axis rates the system at approximately 3,000 classifications per minute at 1080p and 5,500 per minute at 720p. Actual performance may vary.
Which software version is required?
AXIS Camera Station Pro 6.8 or higher.
How many cameras can it record?
It is qualified for 32 video channels and 64 doors, with total recording bitrate up to 300 Mbit/s.
How many licenses are included?
28 AXIS Camera Station Pro Core Device NVR licenses and 10 AXIS Audio Manager Pro licenses, tied to the hardware.
How much storage does it come with?
One 12 TB enterprise SATA drive (7200 rpm), with a second bay free. RAID 0 and 1 are supported; RAID is not configured at the factory.
Can I view video locally on the server?
It is not intended for local viewing; Axis recommends using an Axis workstation as the client.
How much power does it use?
Typical consumption is 130 W and maximum 210 W, from a 450 W Platinum power supply.
Is it TAA compliant?
Yes. The datasheet lists it as TAA compliant, with a FIPS 140-2 level 2 certified TPM 2.0.
What warranty and support does it include?
A 5-year warranty with Next Business Day Onsite Support and Keep Your Hard Drive.
Detailed Specifications
AXIS S1228 Rack AI Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | |
| Product | AXIS Camera Station S1228 Rack AI-Optimized Server |
| Model / part number | AXIS S1228 Rack AI 12 TB, 03334-001 |
| Product type | 1U rack AI-optimized recording server |
| Licenses | |
| Included licenses | 28 AXIS Camera Station Pro Core Device NVR licenses and 10 AXIS Audio Manager Pro licenses, tied to the hardware |
| Upgrades | Additional licenses available, sold separately |
| System | |
| Scalability | 64 doors and 32 video channels |
| Total recording bitrate | Up to 300 Mbit/s |
| Expansion | More devices possible with AXIS S30 Recorder Series |
| Audio | 200 simultaneous audio streams using AXIS Audio Manager Pro |
| Access control | Up to 1,000 doors with access control only |
| Tested with | 20 live view clients; 2 clients performing heavy playback or scrubbing operations |
| Software requirement | AXIS Camera Station Pro 6.8 or higher |
| Capacity | |
| Smart search classification, 1080p | 3,000 per minute |
| Smart search classification, 720p | 5,500 per minute |
| Note | Approximate for the entire system; actual performance may vary |
| Hardware | |
| Processor | Intel Xeon E processor |
| Memory | 2x 16 GB |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA A series |
| Video streaming | Not intended for local viewing; Axis workstations recommended |
| Storage | |
| Storage type | Cold-swappable enterprise-class SATA HDD, 7200 rpm |
| Total HDD slots | 2 |
| Free HDD slots | 1 |
| Out-of-the-box storage | 12 TB (1x 12 TB HDD) |
| Smart search database | 960 GB SSD |
| Factory RAID level | Not configured |
| Supported RAID levels | 0, 1 |
| General | |
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 |
| Built-in OS recovery | Yes |
| Operating system drive | 480 GB SSD |
| Remote server management | iDRAC 9 basic license |
| Power | |
| Power supply | 450 W Platinum |
| Power input | 100-240 V AC, 6.5-3.5 A, 50/60 Hz |
| Power consumption, typical | 130 W (443.6 BTU/h) |
| Power consumption, maximum | 210 W (716.6 BTU/h) |
| Connectors | |
| Front | 1x USB 2.0; 1x iDRAC direct port |
| Rear | 1x USB 2.0; 1x USB 3.2; 1x VGA; 4x Mini DisplayPort; 1x serial port; 1x iDRAC dedicated Ethernet port; 2x RJ45 1 Gbps |
| Cybersecurity | |
| Edge security | Encrypted operating system drive and recording drive supported; FIPS 140-2 level 2 certified TPM 2.0; SBOM; Secure Boot |
| Approvals | |
| Supply chain | TAA compliant |
| EMC | EN 55035, EN 55024, EN 55032 Class A, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3; RCM AS/NZS CISPR 32 Class A (Australia/New Zealand); ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A) (Canada); VCCI Class A (Japan); KS C 9835, KS C 9832 Class A (Korea); FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A (USA); CNS 15936 (Taiwan) |
| Safety | CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1 ed. 3; KC-Mark; IEC/EN/UL 62368-1 ed. 3; RCM AS/NZS 62368.1:2018; IS 13252 |
| Environment | |
| Operating temperature | 10 °C to 35 °C (50 °F to 95 °F) |
| Operating humidity | 8-80% RH (non-condensing) |
| Storage temperature | -40 °C to 65 °C (-40 °F to 149 °F) |
| Storage humidity | 5-95% RH (non-condensing) |
| Dimensions and Weight | |
| Height | 42.8 mm (1.69 in), 1U chassis |
| Width | 482 mm (18.98 in) |
| Depth without bezel | 483.14 mm (19.02 in) |
| Depth with bezel | 496.8 mm (19.56 in) |
| Product installation depth | 461.14 mm (18.16 in) |
| Rack rails | Static, square hole; minimum rail depth 622 mm (24.49 in); adjustability range 608-879 mm (23.94-34.61 in) |
| Weight | 8.5 kg (18.7 lb) |
| Box Content | |
| Included accessories | Dell Ready Rails 1U static rails; C13 to C14 power cord for rack PDU (wall plug power cords not included) |
| Optional Accessories | |
| Optional accessories | Axis workstations, enterprise hard drives |
| Services and Warranty | |
| Services | Next Business Day Onsite Support; Keep Your Hard Drive |
| Warranty | 5-year warranty |
| Export control | Subject to export control regulations |
| Sustainability | |
| Substance control | RoHS (EU Directive 2011/65/EU, as amended by 2015/863/EU); REACH (EC No 1907/2006) |
| Materials | Recycled plastics content: 65.0% (post-consumer) |
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