Introduction to the HC/WORKSTATION/M/GPU — key features at a glance
TheHC/WORKSTATION/M/GPU(marketed as the HikCentral RTX 2060 Workstation) is a purpose‑built, mid‑performance tower workstation designed as a 3‑monitor VMS (video management system) client. Supplied with Windows 10 Pro and a discrete NVIDIA RTX 2060 GPU, the unit targets small‑to‑medium HikCentral deployments that need reliable live viewing, playback, GPU‑accelerated decoding and efficient export workflows. It ships preconfigured for HikCentral for a plug‑and‑play client experience and includes a mix of SSD and HDD storage to separate OS and archive tasks.
- Preconfigured for HikCentral — simple deployment for Hikvision VMS environments.
- NVIDIA RTX 2060 discrete GPU with multiple mini‑DisplayPort outputs for multi‑4K monitoring.
- 8th‑Gen Intel Core i5 processor delivering medium performance for client workloads.
- 8 GB DDR4 system memory in base configuration with SSD (OS) + internal HDD (archive).
- Dual Gigabit LAN, USB 3.0, and a DVD‑RW drive for legacy media support and exports.
Detailed specifications and benefits
The HC/WORKSTATION/M/GPU is specified to perform the routine but critical tasks required of a dedicated VMS client: live multi‑camera viewing, timeline playback, export of footage, and running analytics clients. Below are the technical highlights and how each contributes to real‑world benefits.
- Processor: 8th‑Gen Intel Core i5 — provides solid single‑thread and multi‑thread performance for workstation client tasks without entering the high‑end workstation price bracket.
- Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 2060 — a discrete GPU well suited to video decoding, accelerating analytics client workloads and driving multiple high‑resolution displays via 3 mini‑DisplayPort outputs (multi‑4K capable). GPU acceleration reduces CPU load during live viewing and playback and speeds up video export and rendering tasks.
- Memory: 8 GB DDR4 (base) — adequate for single‑client monitoring and moderate multitasking. For heavier playback, multiple concurrent analytic clients, or large export jobs, upgrading to 16 GB or more is recommended.
- Storage: OS on SSD + internal HDD for archival — separating the operating system and applications from archival footage improves responsiveness and reduces the chance of performance bottlenecks during simultaneous recording and export activities. Exact SSD/HDD capacities should be confirmed with the vendor.
- Networking & I/O: Dual Gigabit LAN provides network redundancy or segmented traffic (e.g., management and camera VLANs). USB 3.0 ports enable fast local exports; DVD‑RW supports legacy media workflows.
- Multi‑monitor readiness:The RTX 2060 and multiple mini‑DP outputs make the unit suitable as a 3‑monitor control client or for configurations requiring several independent 4K displays.
- GPU‑accelerated VMS tasks:Hardware decoding (NVDEC) and encoding (NVENC) reduce CPU utilization and accelerate tasks such as transcoding and exporting archived footage.
- Preconfigured for HikCentral:Time savings on initial setup and fewer configuration errors when integrating into Hikvision environments.
- Scalability:While the base RAM/storage are modest, the workstation’s desktop form factor typically allows for straightforward upgrades (RAM, drives, GPU replacement) to match evolving requirements.
Specifications (summary)
- Form factor:Mid‑tower desktop workstation (3‑monitor client)
- Processor:8th‑Gen Intel Core i5
- System memory:8 GB DDR4 (base)
- Graphics:NVIDIA RTX 2060 discrete GPU (multi‑4K outputs)
- Display outputs:3 × mini‑DisplayPort 1.4 — up to 4K
- Operating system:Windows 10 Pro 64‑bit
- Storage:OS installed on SSD; internal HDD for archive (capacities TBC)
- Network:Dual Gigabit LAN
- Optical drive:DVD‑RW included
- Manufacturer / Brand:Secure Logiq (branded for HikCentral/Hikvision deployments)
Note:Some specific fields provided on reseller listings (exact CPU SKU, SSD/HDD capacities, memory speed and expandability, PSU rating and physical dimensions) are marked as "INSUFFICIENT DATA". Procurement teams should confirm these details before purchasing, along with warranty terms (no warranty was listed on the supplied data).
Use cases and scenarios where the workstation excels
The HC/WORKSTATION/M/GPU is optimized for the control client role in medium‑sized CCTV and security installations. Typical scenarios include:
- Primary client station for operators who need to monitor multiple cameras across three displays, perform rapid timeline searches and export incidents. GPU acceleration improves responsiveness during busy periods.
- Dedicated monitoring station for on‑site guards or remote monitoring providers that require a stable, preconfigured HikCentral client and moderate compute power.
- Workstation handles multi‑camera playback, fast local exports and basic rendering/transcoding jobs. The SSD for OS and application load times paired with HDD archival storage makes export workflows smoother than single‑drive systems.
- Preconfigured system reduces setup time for demonstrations, site acceptance testing and commissioning tasks in environments running HikCentral.
How it compares with similar products on the market
Security‑focused client workstations fall into a few categories: OEM security workstations (like this HikCentral‑branded system), general workstation lines from major vendors (Dell Precision, HP Z series), and consumer/gaming PCs repurposed as VMS clients. Here’s how the HC/WORKSTATION/M/GPU stacks up.
- These enterprise workstations often offer higher certified component quality, ECC memory options and broader warranty/support packages. The HC/WORKSTATION/M/GPU is more focused on a cost‑effective, preconfigured HikCentral client role — it may lack enterprise‑grade service contracts and some hardware certification options but is usually less expensive to procure and deploy.
- Models with more powerful GPUs (RTX 2070 / RTX 3060 or higher) and faster CPUs will improve multi‑stream decoding, analytics throughput and allow more displays or higher concurrent video decode counts. For many small‑to‑medium deployments however, the RTX 2060 strikes a practical balance between cost and capability.
- Gaming PCs can offer comparable GPU performance but often lack the preconfiguration for VMS environments, dual‑NIC options and some stability/management features expected in security installations. The HC/WORKSTATION/M/GPU’s HikCentral integration and workstation form factor make it more suited for security operations out of the box.
Customer testimonials and feedback
No verified customer testimonials were included in the reseller data supplied. If you are evaluating this workstation, ask vendors for reference customers or deployment examples. That said, installers and operators evaluating comparable HikCentral workstations commonly comment on:
- Ease of setup when systems arrive preconfigured for the target VMS.
- Smoother multi‑monitor workflows when a discrete GPU with multiple display outputs is provided.
- The common need to upgrade base RAM and confirm storage capacities to match retention policies and concurrent playback requirements.
When requesting references, prioritise customers with similar camera counts, resolution mix (e.g., multiple 4K streams) and analytics usage to get realistic performance expectations.
Conclusion — why this workstation is a strong choice
TheHC/WORKSTATION/M/GPUis a pragmatic, purpose‑built option for organisations running HikCentral who need a dedicated client for multi‑monitor monitoring, playback and export tasks. Its main strengths are the RTX 2060 GPU for GPU‑accelerated decoding and multi‑4K output, the preconfigured HikCentral setup that reduces deployment time, and a sensible balance of components targeted at medium‑performance client roles.
Before purchase, confirm the missing specification details (exact CPU SKU, SSD/HDD sizes, RAM expandability, PSU and physical dimensions), verify warranty/support arrangements and consider upgrading RAM and storage to meet your operational needs. With those checks and modest upgrades where required, this workstation is well suited to serve as a reliable, cost‑effective control client in small to medium HikCentral security environments.
