The maximum recommended number of encoders per server is 500 and 500 video streams simultaneously. This can be achieved by following the recommended HW configurations.
Customers looking to support more than 500 encoders should consider utilizing multiple servers – please refer to the following section Installing a multi-server installation using MSR.
Up to 20 encoders (stand-alone server)
Minimum server configuration:
Dual-Core 2.0GHz+ processor, Quad-core or Intel i3 or higher recommended
4GB RAM, 8GB recommended
At least 4GB free disk space
Up to 200 encoders
Minimum server configuration:
Intel i5/Xeon Quad-Core 2.5GHz+ processor (note that many mobile i5/i7 processors are only dual core)
8GB RAM
At least 4GB free disk space
Over 200 encoders
Minimum server configuration:
Intel i5/Xeon Quad-Core 2.5GHz+ processor (note that many mobile i5/i7 processors are only dual core)
16GB RAM
At least 4GB free disk space