VERKADA HARDWARE Verkada CD63 Network Dome Surveillance Camera 4K 3840x2160 PoE+ H.265 H.264 GbE Wireless Audio Auto Iris 120‑day Onboard Storage (CD63-3TB-HW)

The VERKADA CD63 Network Dome Surveillance Camera is an indoor-ready security camera that captures 4K (3840×2160) video and supports H.265 and H.264 compression. Designed for continuous monitoring in offices, retail environments and institutional spaces, the camera offers Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+), Gigabit Ethernet connectivity and integrated wireless capability. Onboard storage provides up to 120 days of local recording for continuous or event-based retention. Physical protections include an impact-resistant dome and an automatic iris for improved exposure control across varying lighting conditions.

Advantages

The camera delivers high-resolution 4K imagery suitable for detailed scene analysis while using efficient H.265/H.264 codecs to reduce bandwidth and storage needs. PoE+ simplifies installation by delivering power and data over a single cable, and Gigabit Ethernet ensures stable network throughput. Built-in wireless and audio support increase deployment flexibility. Onboard storage for up to 120 days allows reliable local retention without immediate reliance on external NVR or cloud storage. An auto iris and selectable focal options improve image quality across different indoor lighting situations.

Suitable for

• Office common areas, corridors and meeting rooms
• Retail sales floors, stockrooms and checkout zones
• Educational and institutional indoor spaces such as lobbies and hallways
• Sites requiring local retention of footage for extended periods (up to 120 days)

When it may not be suitable

This dome camera is intended for indoor use; it is not specified for outdoor-exposure conditions such as prolonged rain or direct exterior mounting. Installations that require specialized environmental ratings or extreme temperature tolerance may need a device designed for outdoor or industrial environments. Very long-term retention beyond the onboard capacity or centralized enterprise storage requirements will require external storage or cloud integration.

Key specifications

• Resolution: 4K (3840×2160)
• Video compression: H.265 and H.264
• Power and connectivity: PoE+ (Power over Ethernet Plus) and Gigabit Ethernet
• Wireless: integrated wireless capability for flexible deployment
• Audio: built-in audio support for two-way or ambient audio capture
• Optics: automatic iris and selectable focal lengths for indoor scenes
• Impact resistance: dome design with impact-resistant construction
• Onboard storage: up to 120 days of local recording (continuous or event-based)

How to use

Mount the dome camera on a ceiling or secure indoor surface following local electrical and building codes. Connect the unit to your network using a PoE+ enabled switch or injector to provide both power and data over a single Ethernet cable, or configure the integrated wireless interface if network cabling is not available. Use the management interface to set resolution, compression, and recording schedules, and to select focal length and iris settings appropriate for the scene. Verify audio settings and test recording to onboard storage to confirm retention and playback functionality.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended installation location: indoor mounting only
• Network infrastructure: PoE+ switch or injector and Gigabit-capable network recommended
• Storage needs: onboard retention up to 120 days; plan for external storage if longer retention or centralized archiving is required
• Audio and wireless usage: verify local regulations and privacy policies for audio recording
• Environmental requirements: check that indoor thermal and ambient conditions match the camera's operational range

Usage recommendations

For optimal results, install the camera with a clear, unobstructed view of the monitored area, configure H.265 compression to balance image quality and bandwidth, and use PoE+ for a single-cable connection. Regularly verify onboard storage health and export critical footage to external storage to meet retention policies.