Western Digital Purple Pro 22TB SATA III Hard Drive

Western Digital WD22PURP 22TB Surveillance Pro HDD

The Western Digital Purple Pro internal hard drive 22 TB 7200 RPM 512 MB 3.5″ Serial ATA III delivers enterprise-class storage designed for AI-enabled surveillance systems and deep learning analytics. Built for 24/7 operation, this drive handles massive video workloads while maintaining reliability in demanding environments.

Purpose-built for AI surveillance systems

The WD Purple Pro drive integrates OptiNAND technology to deliver exceptional capacity and performance for video analytics servers. Supporting up to 64 HD cameras plus 32 concurrent AI streams, this drive enables comprehensive monitoring without compromising frame capture quality.

Advanced workload capability for continuous operation

Engineered to handle 550 TB of data annually, this drive keeps pace with 24/7 surveillance demands. The 7200 RPM spindle speed and 512 MB cache ensure smooth data throughput for multiple high-resolution camera streams simultaneously.

Enhanced reliability for mission-critical surveillance

With an MTBF of 2.5 million hours and tarnish-resistant components, this drive delivers dependable operation in large-scale deployments. The 5-year limited warranty provides confidence for long-term surveillance infrastructure investments.

Proactive health management with WDDA

Western Digital Device Analytics monitors drive health in real-time, providing early warnings of potential issues before they impact your surveillance system. This proactive approach minimises downtime and protects your critical video evidence.

Box contents

• Western Digital WD22PURP 22TB hard drive
• Standard SATA data and power cables (if included with purchase)

Check before you buy

• Confirm your surveillance system supports 3.5″ SATA III drives
• Verify your recorder can handle 22TB capacity
• Check if your system requires specific firmware versions for optimal performance
• Confirm power supply can support additional drive

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What surveillance systems is this drive compatible with?

A: Compatible with AI-enabled recorders, video analytics servers, and deep learning systems supporting SATA III drives.

Q: How many cameras can this drive support simultaneously?

A: Supports up to 64 single-stream HD cameras plus 32 concurrent AI streams.

Q: Is this drive suitable for home surveillance systems?

A: Best suited for enterprise surveillance systems; home systems may not require this capacity.

Q: What temperature range does this drive operate in?

A: Operates between 0°C and 65°C in typical surveillance environments.

Q: Does this drive support RAID configurations?

A: Supports JBOD configuration; verify RAID compatibility with your specific system.

The Consultant’s verdict & warranty

The WD22PURP represents enterprise-grade storage for demanding AI surveillance applications. Its combination of massive capacity, advanced workload handling, and proactive health monitoring makes it ideal for professional video analytics deployments. Covered by the standard Manufacturer Warranty.