AXIS S2108 2 TB 8-Channel NVR Appliance

Description
Detailed Specifications

Description

AXIS S2108 Appliance – Affordable 8-Channel NVR With PoE and VMS

The AXIS Camera Station S2108 is an affordable all-in-one appliance that puts an AXIS Camera Station Pro client/server, 2 TB of surveillance storage and an 8-port PoE switch in one compact box. It is validated for reliable, basic surveillance up to 1080p and includes 8 AXIS Camera Station Pro Core Device licenses and 10 AXIS Audio Manager Pro licenses. AXIS Recorder Toolbox gets it running quickly, making it a simple, budget-friendly start for small shops and offices.

Key Specifications

Video channels / doors	8 video channels and 16 doors; up to 128 Mbit/s recording
Included licenses	8 AXIS Camera Station Pro Core Device NVR + 10 AXIS Audio Manager Pro
Storage	2 TB surveillance-class HDD (1 bay)
PoE switch	8x 10/100 Mbps PoE ports, IEEE 802.3at Class 4
PoE power	105 W consumption limit (125 W class allocation)
Processor / memory	Intel Celeron (Elkhart Lake), 8 GB
Operating system	Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 on 128 GB SSD
Live view	Up to 4 split x 1080p at 30 fps; 9 split x 720p at 15 fps
Video output	1x HDMI
Cybersecurity	FIPS 140-2 Level 2 TPM 2.0, encrypted OS and recording drives
Dimensions	310 x 230 x 44 mm (12.21 x 9.06 x 1.74 in)
Operating temperature	0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

Full specifications are listed in the Detailed Specifications tab.

Why Choose the AXIS S2108?

Lowest-cost Axis all-in-one: server, storage and PoE switch
8 AXIS Camera Station Pro licenses included, no extra purchase to start
10 AXIS Audio Manager Pro licenses for network speakers
Validated for basic surveillance up to 1080p
Quick setup with AXIS Recorder Toolbox and AXIS Site Designer
TPM 2.0 (FIPS 140-2 Level 2) with encrypted drives
Slim 44 mm high desktop casing
5-year hardware warranty with advance replacement

All-in-One for Basic Surveillance

The S2108 integrates an unmanaged 8-port PoE switch (IEEE 802.3at Class 4, 105 W consumption limit) so up to eight Axis cameras connect with a single cable each. The AXIS Camera Station Pro server records them at up to 128 Mbit/s in total, and the appliance also manages up to 16 doors. All hardware, including the switch and hard drive, is validated by Axis for 1080p surveillance.

Preloaded Software and Licenses

AXIS Camera Station Pro, Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 and AXIS Recorder Toolbox come preinstalled on a 128 GB SSD, with 8 Core Device licenses and 10 AXIS Audio Manager Pro licenses tied to the hardware. Additional licenses can be bought separately. Note that the AXIS Camera Station free text search feature is not supported on this model because of its 8 GB RAM.

Viewing on Site

One HDMI output and the Windows client show a single 1080p stream at 30 fps, a 4-way split of 1080p at 30 fps or a 9-way split of 720p at 15 fps, with the same layouts for playback. Front USB 3.0 and audio line in/out ports sit beside rear USB 2.0, server RJ45 and switch uplink ports. Axis tested the appliance with two live view clients and one playback client.

Security and Warranty

A FIPS 140-2 Level 2 certified TPM 2.0 supports encryption of both the OS drive and the recording drive, and built-in OS recovery helps restore the system. The datasheet lists TAA compliance. Axis covers the S2108 and its drive with a 5-year warranty and advance replacement service.

Typical Applications

Small retail shops and convenience stores
Small offices and reception areas
Cafes and small restaurants
Basic 1080p coverage of entrances and registers
Small sites adding network speakers and door access

Compatible Accessories

Compatible accessories for the AXIS S2108, available at Affinitech Store:

Compare AXIS Camera Station S21 and S22 Appliances

Model	Channels / storage / PoE	Type	Best for
AXIS S2108 (this appliance)	8 channels; 2 TB; 8 PoE ports	Compact all-in-one appliance, Intel Celeron	Basic surveillance up to 1080p
AXIS S2208 Mk II	8 channels; 4 TB; 8 PoE ports	Silent standalone appliance, 1 free bay	Coffee shops, retail stores, offices
AXIS S2212 Mk II	12 channels; 6 TB; 12 PoE ports	Silent standalone appliance, 1 free bay	Larger shops and office floors
AXIS S2216 Mk II	16 channels; 8 TB; 16 PoE ports	1U rack appliance, RAID 0/1/10, 2 free bays	Manufacturing sites, commercial buildings
AXIS S2224 Mk II	24 channels; 12 TB; 24 PoE ports	1U rack appliance, RAID 0/1/10, 2 free bays	Large commercial and industrial sites

Need 4K viewing, Smart search 2 or room for a second drive? See the AXIS S2208 Mk II (02807-004) with 4 TB and Intel Core i3.

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Frequently Asked Questions About AXIS S2108

How many cameras does the AXIS S2108 support?

Eight video channels with a total recording bitrate of up to 128 Mbit/s, plus up to 16 doors.

Which licenses are included?

8 AXIS Camera Station Pro Core Device NVR licenses and 10 AXIS Audio Manager Pro licenses, tied to the hardware.

How much storage does it have?

One 2 TB surveillance-class hard drive. There are no free drive bays.

What resolution is it designed for?

Axis validates the S2108 for reliable, basic surveillance up to 1080p.

Does it have PoE?

Yes. It has 8 integrated PoE ports, IEEE 802.3at Class 4, with a 105 W power consumption limit.

Which operating system does it use?

Microsoft Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 on a 128 GB SSD, with built-in OS recovery.

Does it support free text search?

No. AXIS Camera Station free text search is not supported on the S2108 because of its limited RAM.

How many monitors does it support?

It has one HDMI output, with live view up to a 4-way split of 1080p at 30 fps.

Can it be rack mounted?

Yes, with the optional AXIS TW8100 Rack Mount.

What security features does it have?

A FIPS 140-2 Level 2 certified TPM 2.0 with support for encrypted operating system and recording drives.

What warranty does it have?

A 5-year hardware warranty on the appliance and drive, with advance replacement service.

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Detailed Specifications

AXIS S2108 Specifications

Specification	Details
Product
Model	AXIS Camera Station S2108 Appliance
Preloaded software	AXIS Camera Station Pro, AXIS Recorder Toolbox
Licenses
Included licenses	8 AXIS Camera Station Pro Core Device NVR licenses and 10 AXIS Audio Manager Pro licenses, tied to the hardware
Upgrade	Can be upgraded with additional licenses (sold separately)
System Scalability
Doors and video channels	16 doors and 8 video channels
Total recording bitrate	Up to 128 Mbit/s
Audio	25 simultaneous audio streams using AXIS Audio Manager Pro
Tested with	2 live view clients; 1 client performing playback or scrubbing operations
Hardware
Processor	Intel Celeron (Elkhart Lake)
Memory	8 GB
Graphics card	Intel UHD Graphics
Storage
Drive type	Surveillance Class HDD
Total HDD slots	1
Free HDD slots	0
Out-of-the-box storage	2 TB (1x 2 TB)
Switch
PoE ports	8 integrated
Total power budget class allocation	125 W
Power consumption limit	105 W
PoE standard	IEEE 802.3at Class 4
Power
Maximum power	Max 180 W, 105 W PoE
Input	100-240 V AC, 2.3 A, 50/60 Hz
Output	54 V DC, 3.3 A
Power adapter	External
Power consumption	Recording only 24 W; typical use case 27 W; worst use case 30 W
Connectors
Front	1x USB 3.0; 1x audio line in; 1x audio line out
Rear, switch	8x PoE ports 10/100 Mbps; 1x RJ45 10/100/1000 Mbps
Rear, server	1x RJ45 10/100/1000 Mbps; 2x USB 2.0; 1x HDMI
Video Streaming
Live view	1 stream x 1080p at 30 fps; 4 split x 1080p at 30 fps; 9 split x 720p at 15 fps
Playback	Same split scenarios as live view; playback at high speeds can affect video performance
AXIS Camera Station
Free text search	Not supported due to limited RAM
Approvals
Product markings	RCM, FCC, VCCI, UL/cUL, Taiwan RoHS, CE, NOM, KC, UKCA, BIS
Supply chain	TAA compliant
EMC	EN 55035, EN 55032 Class A, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3; Australia/New Zealand: RCM AS/NZS CISPR 32 Class A; Canada: ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A); Japan: VCCI Class A; Korea: KS C 9832 Class A; USA: FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A
Safety	IEC/EN 60950-1, IEC/EN/UL 62368-1, IS 13252, NOM-019-SCFI-1998
Cybersecurity	FIPS 140
Cybersecurity
Hardware security	Support for encrypted operating system drive and recording drive; FIPS 140-2 Level 2 certified Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0)
Documentation	AXIS OS Hardening Guide, Axis Vulnerability Management Policy, Axis Security Development Model
General
Operating system	Microsoft Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024
Built-in OS recovery	Yes
Operating system drive	128 GB SSD
Operating conditions	0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F); humidity 10-90% RH (non-condensing)
Storage conditions	-40 °C to 65 °C (-40 °F to 149 °F); humidity 10-90% RH (non-condensing)
System tools	AXIS Site Designer, AXIS Device Manager, product selector, accessory selector
Dimensions and Weight
Size	310 x 230 x 44 mm (12.21 x 9.06 x 1.74 in)
Weight	3.5 kg (7.72 lb)
Box Content
Included	Recorder, installation guide, power adapter, power cord, rubber feet
Optional Accessories
Optional accessories	AXIS TW8100 Rack Mount, Axis workstations, Axis Ethernet surge protector, Axis joysticks and control boards
Sustainability
Substance control	RoHS per EU RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and EN 63000:2018
Warranty
Warranty	5-year warranty on recorder and hard drive
Service	Advance replacement service
Export Control
Export control	Subject to export control regulations