WD 8TB Purple Surveillance Internal Hard Drive - 7200 RPM Class

The WD 8TB Purple Internal Surveillance Hard Drive operates at 7200 RPM and utilizes a SATA III interface. It is specifically engineered to endure the demands of high-definition surveillance systems that run continuously, 24/7, making it ideal for environments with an unlimited number of drive bays. This hard drive can support the connection of up to 64 high-definition cameras, resulting in substantial data storage capability and facilitating easy upgrades and expansions of your security system.

One of the key features of this drive is its AllFrame AI technology, which enhances video capture by minimizing errors, pixelation, and interruptions that might occur during recording. This is critical for maintaining the integrity of surveillance footage. The hard drive also boasts a SATA III interface allowing data transfer speeds of up to 245 MB/s, supported by a 256MB cache, which ensures that data transfers remain smooth and uninterrupted.

In terms of durability, the WD Purple drive is built for longevity. It supports 600,000 load/unload cycles, has an annual workload rating of up to 360TB, and achieves a mean time between failures (MTBF) rating of 1.5 million hours, alongside a limited number of non-recoverable read errors—only 15 per bit read. These specifications contribute to the drive's robust performance and operational life.

The hard drive is perfectly sized at 5.79 inches long, 4 inches wide, and 1.03 inches high, weighing 1.58 lbs. This makes it a suitable choice for a variety of surveillance setups. With its design tailored for 24/7 operation, it can manage high stream-count applications that are commonplace in surveillance scenarios, such as write-intensive and low bit-rate environments.

Furthermore, the WD Purple drive is compatible with many existing systems, which makes it easier for users to expand their surveillance capabilities. With support for a range of enclosures and chipsets, integration into your current DVR or NVR configurations is seamless.

In summary, the Western Digital WD 8TB Purple Surveillance Internal Hard Drive is an optimal solution for modern surveillance needs, engineered to handle substantial workloads and provide reliable performance in an always-on environment. Whether your system requires enhanced storage for multiple high-definition cameras or prioritizes write speeds for better operational efficiency, this hard drive promises to meet your expectations and elevate your security setup.

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