Western Digital 12TB WD Purple Internal Hard Drive HDD - SATA 6 Gb/s WD121PURZ
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About this product
The Western Digital 12TB WD Purple internal hard drive (WD121PURZ) is a 3.5-inch mechanical HDD designed for surveillance systems. It features a SATA 6 Gb/s interface, a 7200 RPM rotational speed, and a 256 MB cache. This drive is optimized for continuous 24/7 operation and high write workloads typical of security camera footage, compatible with Windows/Mac systems.
Our take
For surveillance systems requiring robust and continuous recording, this Western Digital 12TB WD Purple drive is an excellent choice. The 'Purple' designation means it's specifically optimized for 24/7 operation and handling multiple video streams, which is crucial for security camera setups. A 12TB capacity offers extensive storage for high-definition footage, and the 7200 RPM with 256 MB cache helps maintain steady write performance. While it is pricier at $422.70, the specialized firmware and build quality tailored for surveillance workloads justify the cost, ensuring reliable operation where data integrity is paramount.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 12TB massive storage capacity
- Optimized for surveillance systems
- 7200 RPM and 256 MB cache for performance
- SATA 6 Gb/s interface
- Designed for 24/7 operation
Cons
- Higher price point for specialized use
- Mechanical HDD is slower than SSDs
Specifications
- Data Transfer Rate 750.0
- Item Package Quantity 1
- Size 12Tb
- Hardware Interface Sata 6 0 Gb
- Part Number Wd121Purz
- Style 256 Mb Cache
Show all 46 specifications
- Digital Storage Capacity
- 12.0
- Total Usb Ports
- 1
- Number Of Boxes
- 1
- System Requirements
- Windows
- Model Number
- Wd121Purz
- Memory Storage Capacity
- 12.0
- Write Speed
- 0
- Connectivity Technology
- Sata
- Included Components
- Hard Drive
- Model Name
- Purple
- Hard Disk Form Factor
- 3.5
- Flash Memory Installed Size
- 12.0
- Installation Type
- Internal Hard Drive
- Specific Uses For Product
- Business, Personal
- Hard Disk Rotational Speed
- 7200.0
- Hard Disk Size
- 12000.0
- Hard Disk Description
- Mechanical Hard Disk
- Hard Disk Interface
- Serial Ata
- Color
- Purple
- Read Speed
- 45.0
- Cache Memory Installed Size
- 256.0
- Wattage
- 6.6
- Compatible Devices
- Windows/Mac
- Unit Count
- 1.0
- EAN
- 0718037863726
- ISBN
- 0718037863726
- Package Dimensions LxWxH
- 8.15x6.5x3.82 Inches
- Weight
- 1.74 Pounds
- UPC
- 0718037863726
- Brand
- Western Digital
- Form Factor
- 3.5in, 3.5 in
- Type
- Internal Desktop Drive
- Model
- WD121PURZ
- Transfer Rate
- 6GB/S
- MPN
- WD121PURZ
- Storage Capacity
- 12TB
- Interface
- SATA III
- Cache
- 256MB
- Rotation Speed
- 7200RPM
- Product Line
- Purple
