Western Digital 8TB Blue Internal Hard Drive
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About This Item
- 8 TB capacity for extensive surveillance storage
- 5400 RPM speed for efficient 24/7 operation
- Serial ATA III interface for fast data transfer
- 1 million hour MTBF for reliable long-term use
- 256 MB buffer for smooth video streaming
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Western Digital WD Purple 8 TB Surveillance HDD
The Western Digital Blue Purple internal hard drive 8 TB 5400 RPM 256 MB 3.5″ Serial ATA III is engineered specifically for 24/7 surveillance systems, delivering reliable, high-capacity storage for continuous video recording.
| Metric | Spec |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 8 TB |
| Interface | Serial ATA III |
| Speed | 5400 RPM |
| Buffer Size | 256 MB |
| MTBF | 1,000,000 hours |
Built for 24/7 surveillance environments
This drive is designed to withstand the elevated heat and constant vibrations found in NVR and DVR systems. Unlike standard desktop drives, the WD Purple operates reliably in always-on surveillance environments, ensuring uninterrupted video capture and playback.
AllFrame™ technology for smooth playback
Western Digital’s exclusive AllFrame™ technology works with ATA streaming to reduce frame loss and improve overall video recording quality. This means fewer dropped frames and more reliable evidence capture when you need it most.
Enhanced workload for security applications
With a workload rating of up to 180TB/year, this drive handles the intensive demands of surveillance recording three times better than typical desktop drives. It’s built to manage multiple high-definition camera streams simultaneously without performance degradation.
Support for multiple camera configurations
The WD Purple supports up to 64 single-stream HD cameras, giving you flexibility to expand your security system as needed. Whether you’re monitoring a small office or large facility, this drive scales with your surveillance requirements.
Engineered for harsh conditions
Operating reliably between 0-65°C and surviving non-operating shocks up to 250G, this drive is built for challenging environments. The tarnish-resistant components and MTBF of up to 1 million hours ensure long-term reliability in your surveillance setup.
In the box
- Western Digital WD Purple 8 TB internal hard drive
- Installation guide
Before you order
- Confirm your surveillance system supports 3.5″ Serial ATA III drives
- Verify your NVR/DVR can handle 8 TB capacity
- Check available drive bays in your existing enclosure
- Ensure your system’s power supply can support additional drive
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Final thoughts
The Western Digital WD Purple 8 TB drive is the ideal choice for anyone building or upgrading a surveillance system that demands 24/7 reliability. Its surveillance-specific engineering, AllFrame™ technology, and high workload rating make it superior to standard desktop drives for security applications. Covered by the applicable manufacturer warranty.
| Weight | 0.75 kg |
|---|---|
| Type | HDD |
| Component for | Surveillance system |
| HDD sustained transfer rate | 210 MiB/s |
| HDD interface transfer rate | 6 Gbit/s |
| Start/stop cycles | 300000 |
| HDD speed | 5400 RPM |
| HDD size | 3.5″ |
| HDD capacity | 8 TB |
| Storage drive buffer size | 256 MB |
| Power consumption idle | 23 W |
| Operating voltage | 5, 12 V |
| Operating temperature T-T | 0 – 65 °C |
| Storage temperature T-T | -40 – 70 °C |
| Operating shock | 30 G |
| Non-operating shock | 250 G |
| Mean time between failures MTBF | 1000000 h |
| Width | 101.6 mm |
| Weight | 650 g |
| Height | 26.1 mm |
| Depth | 147 mm |
| Quantity per pack | 1 pc(s) |
| Interface | Serial ATA III |
| Compliance certificates | RoHS |
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