Western Digital Purple 2TB / 4TB / 6TB / 8TB SATA 6Gb/s 3.5"Hard Drive
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About this product
This Western Digital Purple hard drive is available in multiple capacities (2TB, 4TB, 6TB, 8TB), featuring a 3.5-inch form factor and a SATA 6Gb/s interface. Designed specifically for surveillance, it operates at 7200 RPM and includes a cache ranging from 64MB to 256MB depending on the capacity chosen. Key features include a surveillance-rated design, low noise level, and a temperature sensor, making it compatible with DVRs, NVRs, and server environments. It comes with a 5-year manufacturer warranty.
Our take
When it comes to surveillance systems, specialized drives like this Western Digital Purple series are essential. The 7200 RPM speed is crucial for handling continuous video streams, and the 'surveillance rated' feature suggests optimized firmware for 24/7 operation and data integrity. The variable cache sizes (64MB to 256MB) across different capacities further aid performance. The 5-year manufacturer warranty is a significant plus, offering peace of mind for such critical applications. While it's pricier than a standard desktop drive, the features like low noise and a temperature sensor, alongside its robust build for DVR/NVR compatibility, justify the investment for professional or high-end home surveillance setups.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Available in large capacities up to 8TB
- Surveillance-rated for 24/7 operation
- Fast 7200 RPM rotation speed
- Long 5-year manufacturer warranty
- SATA 6Gb/s interface
Cons
- Higher price point
- Specific use case (surveillance)
- Cache varies by capacity
Specifications
- CAPASITY 4TB HARD DISK
- Features SURVEILLANCE RATED, 7200, In-Built Media Server, Low Noise Level, Temperature Sensor
- Manufacturer Warranty 5 Years
- MPN WESTERN DIGITAL
- Interface SATA
- Cache 64 /128/ 256 MB
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- Storage Capacity
- 2/4/6/8 TB
- Compatible With
- DVR, NVR, SERVER, Android, iOS, Laptop, PC
- Unit Type
- Unit
- Model
- WD82PURZ WD62PURZ WD60PURZ WD40PURZ WD20PURZ
- Product Line
- Western Digital
- Drive Type(s) Supported
- HDD
- Form Factor
- 3.5 in
- Unit Quantity
- 1
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WD00PURZ
- Brand
- Western Digital
- Color
- Purple
- Rotation Speed
- 7200 RPM
- Type
- Internal Desktop Drive
