MORE CAMERAS. MORE CLARITY. MORE SURVEILLANCE.Built for 24/7, always-on, high-definition security systems. With a supported workload rate of up to 180 TB/yr and support for up to 64 cameras, WD Purple drives are optimized for surveillance systems.The Right Drive for the JobWD Purple drives have been engineered specifically for the extreme demands of high temperature, 24/7 surveillance systems.Performance You Can TrustFrom a worldwide leader in the storage industry, WD Purple is engineered for quality video playback when you need it most.Expand Your View to 64WD Purple drives are optimized to support up to 64 cameras, giving you flexibility to upgrade or expand your security system.What is the difference between a desktop drive and a WD Purple drive?The WD Purple drive is designed specifically for 24/7 DVR and NVR surveillance solutions and is optimized with AllFrame 4K™ technology for system playback and performance.WD Purple drives support 3x the workload rating of desktop drives, making them more capable of handling the higher demands of video surveillance systems.What capacity do you recommend for my surveillance?Higher capacity WD Purple drives allow you to store more footage, more high definition video, and more high quality frames per second. WD recommends 4TB or greater for your DVR or NVR surveillance solution.What types of systems is a WD Purple drive compatible with?The WD Purple drive is designed for both DVR and NVR security systems and is compatible with many of the leading surveillance and security manufacturers. We can help you find the perfect storage for your system.Easy backup and upgradeAcronis True Image WD Edition software, available as a free download, can clone drives and backup your operating system, applications, settings and all of your data.TRUST YOUR VIEWAll WD Purple drives are equipped with AllFrame 4K™ technology, which improves ATA streaming to reduce frame loss, improve overall video playback, and more.

MORE CAMERAS. MORE CLARITY. MORE SURVEILLANCE.Built for 24/7, always-on, high-definition security systems. With a supported workload rate of up to 180 TB/yr and support for up to 64 cameras, WD Purple drives are optimized for surveillance systems.The Right Drive for the JobWD Purple drives have been engineered specifically for the extreme demands of high temperature, 24/7 surveillance systems.Performance You Can TrustFrom a worldwide leader in the storage industry, WD Purple is engineered for quality video playback when you need it most.Expand Your View to 64WD Purple drives are optimized to support up to 64 cameras, giving you flexibility to upgrade or expand your security system.SEAMLESS INTEGRATIONWith a wide range of industry-leading enclosures and chipsets supported, you're sure to find the configuration and compatibility that's right for your NVR.LESS IS MORELow power consumption is a must in a high-temperature, always-on surveillance environment. IntelliSeek technology helps reduce damaging ambient noise and vibrations.

Uncompromising Storage with a WD Purple Surveillance Hard DriveWD Purple™ drives are engineered specifically for surveillance to help withstand the elevated heat fluctuations and equipment vibrations within NVR environments. An average desktop drive is built to run for only short intervals, not the harsh 24/7 always-on environment of a high-definition surveillance system. With WD Purple, you get reliable, surveillance-class storage that’s tested for compatibility in a wide range of security systems, and some of our latest models (WD22PURZ, WD42PURZ, and WD63PURZ) have improved power efficiency. Exclusive AllFrame™ technology helps reduce frame loss and improve overall video playback.Industry-Leading Storage. Surveillance You Can Trust.Western Digital is a worldwide leader in the hard drive industry. With WD Purple™ surveillance storage, you have a drive engineered for high temperature, always-on surveillance systems so you can rely on quality video playback when you need it most. Whether you’re protecting loved ones or monitoring your business, WD Purple™ offers performance you can trust.Western Digital's Exclusive AllFrame™ TechnologyAll WD Purple™ drives are equipped with AllFrame™ technology, which improves ATA streaming to help reduce frame loss and improve overall video playback, within a multitude of security video solutions.Enhanced Workload RatingsWD Purple™ drives feature a workload rating of up to 180TB/year2 - up to three times that of desktop drives - to handle the unique demands of mainstream video surveillance DVR and NVR systems. Multiple Cameras, Multiple StreamsModern recorders now support multiple video streams per camera. WD Purple™ drives support up to 64 single-stream HD cameras (6TB and above), and can also support many of the latest cameras that transmit multiple streams to enable basic AI functionality. With so many options, you have the flexibility to upgrade or expand your security applications in the future.Designed for Today's and Tomorrow's Surveillance SolutionsWith an MTBF of up to 1 million hours, WD Purple™ drives are engineered for mainstream surveillance DVRs and NVRs that operate 24/7. With tarnish-resistant components3 and support for more than eight bays, WD Purple drives deliver reliable operation even in harsh environments.Wide Compatibility. Seamless Integration.WD Purple™ hard drives are built with compatibility in mind, so you can quickly and seamlessly add capacity to your surveillance system. With a wide range of industry-leading enclosures and chipsets supported, you’re sure to find the DVR or NVR configuration that’s right for you.Proactive Storage Management with WDDAWestern Digital Device Analytics™ (WDDA) provides a wealth of storage device parametric operational and diagnostic data to the system; algorithms interpret the data and direct the system to alert system administrators of specific recommended actions to address potential issues. WDDA is intended to empower OEMs, system integrators, and IT professionals to better monitor and proactively manage supported storage devices to maintain optimal operation.