WD Purple Surveillance Hard Drive - Review

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Product Description And Specifications

WD Purple drives are built for 24/7, always-on, high-definition security systems. WD Purple surveillance storage features Western Digital’s exclusive AllFrame technology, so you can confidently create a security system tailored to the needs of your business. Using AllFrame technology, WD Purple drives improve video capturing and helps to reduce errors, pixelation, and video interruptions that could happen in a video recorder system. WD Purple drives have an enhanced workload rating that supports systems designed for 24x7 video recording with up to 64 cameras.

WD Purple drives have an enhanced workload rating that supports systems designed for 24x7 video recording with up to 64 cameras. WD Purple 8TB, 10TB, 12TB, and 14TB capacities feature AllFrame AI™ technology that enables an additional 32 streams for Deep Learning analytics within the system.

Industry-leading storage 

Surveillance you can trust. Western Digital is a worldwide leader in the hard drive industry. With WD Purple surveillance storage, you have a drive engineered for high temperature, always-on surveillance systems so you can rely on quality video playback when you need it most. Whether you’re protecting loved ones or monitoring your business, WD Purple offers performance you can trust.

Western Digital’s Exclusive AllFrame Technology 

All WD Purple drives are equipped with AllFrame technology, which improves ATA streaming to help reduce frame loss, improve overall video playback, and increase the number of hard drive bays supported within an NVR. Make your surveillance solution future-ready knowing that WD Purple drives are ready for ultra high definition cameras. 

WD Purple capacities up to 6TB* feature AllFrame 4K technology enabling high-quality recording for up to 64 cameras. WD Purple 8TB, 10TB, 12TB & 14TB capacities feature AllFrame AI technology that enables not only recording up to 64 cameras but also supports an additional 32 streams for Deep Learning analytics within the system.

Enhanced Workload Ratings 

WD Purple drives with AllFrame 4K technology feature a workload rating of up to 180TB/year - up to three times that of desktop drives - to handle the unique demands of modern video surveillance DVR and NVR systems. WD Purple drives with AllFrame AI technology feature a workload rating up to 360TB/year to support the Deep Learning analytics that is featured in AI capable NVRs.

Expand your view to 64 

Each WD Purple drive is optimized to support up to 64 cameras. With so many options, you have the flexibility to upgrade or expand your security system in the future.

Designed for Today’s and Tomorrow’s Surveillance Solutions 

With an MTBF of up to 1.5 million hours¹, WD Purple drives are engineered for mainstream surveillance DVRs and NVRs that operate 24/7. With support for more than eight bays² and tarnish resistant components², WD Purple drives deliver reliable operation in large scale surveillance systems in harsh environments.

Field-proven High Capacity 

Now on its 5th generation, field-proven HelioSeal™ technology delivers trusted high-capacity WD PurpleTM storage (10TB, 12TB, and 14TB*) for the massive storage needs of 4K surveillance video and Deep Learning analytics. 

Wide Compatibility 

Seamless Integration WD Purple hard drives are built with compatibility in mind, so you can quickly and seamlessly add capacity to your surveillance system. With a wide range of industry-leading enclosures and chipsets supported, you’re sure to find the DVR or NVR the configuration that’s right for you.

Low Power. High efficiency 

With our exclusive IntelliSeekTM technology, WD Purple drives are able to calculate optimum seek speeds. This keeps power consumption low so ambient noise and vibrations are at a minimum.

THE WESTERN DIGITAL ADVANTAGE
Western Digital puts our products through extensive Functional Integrity Testing (F.I.T.) prior to any product launch. This testing ensures our products consistently meet the highest quality and reliability standards of the Western Digital brand. Western Digital also has a detailed Knowledge Base with more than 1,000 helpful articles as well as software and utilities. Our customer support lines have longer operational hours to ensure you get the help you need when you need it. Our toll-free customer support lines are here to help, or you can access our Western Digital Support site for additional details.

WD Purple 1TB Surveillance Hard Drive - 5400 RPM Class, SATA 6 Gb/s, 64 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD10PURZ

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Product Information

Capacity:1TB | Style:Single

Technical Details
Summary
Hard Drive 1 TB mechanical hard drive
Wireless Type 802.11a
Number of USB 2.0 Ports 1

Other Technical Details

• Brand Name Western Digital
• Series WD10PURZ
• Item model number WD10PURZ
• Hardware Platform PC
• Operating System Windows/Mac
• Item Weight 15.8 ounces
• Product Dimensions 5.8 x 4 x 1 inches
• Item Dimensions L x W x H 5.79 x 4 x 1.03 inches
• Color Purple
• Flash Memory Size 1 TB
• Hard Drive Interface Serial ATA
• Hard Drive Rotational Speed 5400 RPM

WD Purple 2TB Surveillance Hard Drive - 5400 RPM Class, SATA 6 Gb/s, 64 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD20PURZ

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Product information

Capacity:2TB | Style:Single

Technical Details
Summary
Hard Drive 2 TB mechanical_hard_drive
Number of USB 2.0 Ports 1

Other Technical Details

• Brand Name Western Digital
• Series WD Purple 2TB Surveillance Hard Disk Drive - 5400 RPM Class SATA 6 Gb/s 64M
• Item model number WD20PURZ
• Operating System Windows/Mac
• Item Weight 1.32 pounds
• Product Dimensions 4 x 3 x 1 inches
• Item Dimensions L x W x H 4 x 3 x 1 inches
• Color Purple
• Flash Memory Size 2 TB
• Hard Drive Interface Serial ATA
• Hard Drive Rotational Speed 5400 RPM

WD Purple 3TB Surveillance Hard Drive - 5400 RPM Class, SATA 6 Gb/s, 64 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD30PURZ

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Product Information

Capacity:3TB | Style:Single

Technical Details
Summary
Hard Drive 3 TB mechanical_hard_drive
Number of USB 2.0 Ports 1

Other Technical Details

• Brand Name Western Digital
• Series WD30PURZ
• Item model number WD30PURZ
• Operating System Windows/Mac
• Item Weight 1.4 pounds
• Product Dimensions 5.8 x 4 x 1 inches
• Item Dimensions L x W x H 5.79 x 4 x 1.03 inches
• Color Purple
• Flash Memory Size 3
• Hard Drive Interface Serial ATA
• Hard Drive Rotational Speed 5400 RPM

WD Purple 4TB Surveillance Hard Drive - 5400 RPM Class, SATA 6 Gb/s, 64 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD40PURZ

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Product Information

Capacity:4TB | Style:Single

Technical Details
Summary

1. Screen Size 10.5 inches
2. RAM 4000 GB
3. Hard Drive mechanical_hard_drive
4. Wireless Type 802.11a/b/g/n
5. Number of USB 2.0 Ports 1

Other Technical Details

• Brand Name Western Digital
• Series WD40PURZ
• Item model number WD40PURZ
• Operating System Windows/Mac
• Item Weight 1.5 pounds
• Product Dimensions 5.8 x 1 x 4 inches
• Item Dimensions L x W x H 5.8 x 1 x 4 inches
• Color Purple
• Flash Memory Size 4 TB
• Hard Drive Interface Serial ATA
• Hard Drive Rotational Speed 5400 RPM
• Voltage 120 volts

WD Purple 6TB Surveillance Hard Drive - 5400 RPM Class, SATA 6 Gb/s, 64 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD60PURZ

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Product Information

Capacity:6TB | Style:Single

Technical Details
Summary
Hard Drive 6 TB mechanical hard drive
Number of USB 2.0 Ports 1

Other Technical Details

• Brand Name Western Digital
• Series WD60PURZ
• Item model number WD60PURZ
• Hardware Platform PC
• Operating System Windows/Mac
• Item Weight 1.65 pounds
• Product Dimensions 5.8 x 4 x 1 inches
• Item Dimensions L x W x H 5.79 x 4 x 1.03 inches
• Color Purple
• Flash Memory Size 6 TB
• Hard Drive Interface Serial ATA
• Hard Drive Rotational Speed 5400 RPM

WD Purple 8TB Surveillance Internal Hard Drive - 7200 RPM Class, SATA 6 GB/S, 256 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD82PURZ

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Product Information

Capacity:8TB | Style:Single

Technical Details
Summary
RAM 256 MB
Hard Drive 8 TB Mechanical Hard Disk

Other Technical Details

• Brand Name Western Digital
• Series WD Purple
• Item model number WD82PURZ
• Hardware Platform PC, Mac
• Item Weight 1.58 pounds
• Product Dimensions 5.8 x 4 x 1 inches
• Item Dimensions L x W x H 5.79 x 4 x 1.03 inches
• Flash Memory Size 256
• Hard Drive Interface Serial ATA
• Hard Drive Rotational Speed 7200 RPM

WD Purple 10TB Surveillance Hard Drive - 7200 RPM Class, SATA 6 Gb/s, 256 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD101PURZ

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Product Information

Capacity:10TB | Style:Single

Technical Details
Summary
Hard Drive 10000 Mechanical Hard Drive
Number of USB 2.0 Ports 1

Other Technical Details

• Brand Name Western Digital
• Series WD101PURZ
• Item model number WD101PURZ
• Hardware Platform PC
• Operating System Windows/Mac
• Item Weight 1.43 pounds
• Product Dimensions 5.8 x 4 x 1 inches
• Item Dimensions L x W x H 5.79 x 4 x 1.03 inches
• Color Purple
• Flash Memory Size 256
• Hard Drive Interface Serial ATA
• Hard Drive Rotational Speed 7200 RPM

WD Purple 12TB Surveillance Hard Drive - 7200 RPM Class, SATA 6 Gb/s, 256 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD121PURZ

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Product Information

Capacity:12TB | Style:Single

Technical Details
Summary
Hard Drive 12000 Mechanical Hard Drive
Number of USB 2.0 Ports 1

Other Technical Details

• Brand Name Western Digital
• Series Purple
• Item model number WD121PURZ
• Operating System Windows/Mac
• Item Weight 1.46 pounds
• Product Dimensions 5.8 x 4 x 1 inches
• Item Dimensions L x W x H 5.79 x 4 x 1.03 inches
• Color Purple
• Flash Memory Size 12
• Hard Drive Interface Serial ATA
• Hard Drive Rotational Speed 7200 RPM

Remarks

1. Engineered specifically for surveillance security systems.
2. Supports up to 360TB/yr workload rate1
3. Tuned for write-intensive, low bit-rate, high stream-count applications typical to most surveillance applications
4. Prioritized write-operations for maximized surveillance performance
5. TLER & ATA streaming support
6. Support for more than eight bays2
7. Some reported that Amazon does not allow the Drive to be return when faulty

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