WD Purple 3TB Surveillance Hard Drive
The WD Purple 3TB internal hard drive is specially designed for CCTV and video surveillance systems. Unlike a standard desktop hard drive, it is engineered for reliable 24/7 operation, making it ideal for home and small-to-medium business security systems.
Designed for CCTV Recording
WD Purple drives use AllFrame technology to help reduce dropped frames, video interruptions and playback issues. This helps ensure your security footage is recorded clearly and is available when you need it.
Why Choose a Surveillance Hard Drive?
Standard desktop hard drives are not designed for continuous video recording. WD Purple drives are built to withstand the heat, vibration and constant workload found inside CCTV recorders.
Key Features
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3TB storage capacity
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3.5-inch SATA internal hard drive
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Designed for continuous 24/7 recording
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Supports up to 32 HD security cameras
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Suitable for CCTV recorders with up to eight drive bays
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AllFrame technology helps reduce dropped frames
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Optimised for recording multiple video streams
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Low power consumption, noise and vibration
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Reliable playback of recorded footage
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Compatible with a wide range of CCTV and surveillance systems
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3-year limited manufacturer’s warranty
Reliable 24/7 Surveillance Storage
WD Purple uses IntelliSeek technology to optimise drive speeds, helping to reduce power consumption, noise and vibration. This improves reliability and helps extend the drive’s working life in always-on surveillance systems.
Recommended Use
Recommended for home and business CCTV systems supporting up to 32 HD cameras and eight hard drives.
This drive is intended for CCTV and surveillance recording. For NAS or RAID storage systems, a dedicated NAS drive such as WD Red is recommended.