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WD64PURZ

Western Digital Purple 6TB 3.5" 256MB Cache SATA3 6Gb/s Surveillance Hard ..

Western Digital - Western Digital Purple 6TB 3.5" 256MB Cache SATA3 6Gb/s Surveillance Hard Disk Drive Western Digital Purple 6TB 3.5" 256MB Cache SATA3 6Gb/s Surveillance Hard Disk Drive, Intellipower speed management, 256MB Cache, Up to 175MB/s transfer rate, CMR recording technology, AllFrame Firmware technology, Up to 64 HD cameras compatibility
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WD64PURZ

Western Digital Purple 6TB 3.5" 256MB Cache SATA3 6Gb/s Surveillance Hard Disk Drive

Western Digital Purple 6TB 3.5" 256MB Cache SATA3 6Gb/s Surveillance Hard Disk Drive, Intellipower speed management, 256MB Cache, Up to 175MB/s transfer rate, CMR recording technology, AllFrame Firmware technology, Up to 64 HD cameras compatibility

Overview Summary:

The Western Digital Purple 6TB surveillance hard drive is built for reliable 24/7 video recording in compatible DVR and NVR security systems. With 6TB capacity, CMR recording, 256MB cache and SATA connectivity, it provides dependable storage for demanding surveillance environments.

Designed to support up to 64 HD cameras, this WD Purple drive is a practical choice for expanding security storage at home or in business. Buy now or shop now for reliable surveillance storage from Western Digital.

What tier does this fall into?

Surveillance-grade

What is this best for?

CCTV recording, NVR systems, DVR systems, security camera storage, 24/7 video surveillance

Overview:

The Western Digital Purple 6TB 3.5" 256MB Cache SATA3 6Gb/s Surveillance Hard Disk Drive is designed for reliable 24/7 video surveillance recording. It features Intellipower speed management, a 256MB cache, transfer rates of up to 175MB/s, CMR recording technology, AllFrame Firmware technology and compatibility with up to 64 HD cameras.

Description:

Built specifically for surveillance environments, the WD Purple 6TB hard drive is designed to handle the demanding workload of continuously recording and storing security footage. Unlike standard desktop hard drives, WD Purple storage is engineered for always-on DVR and NVR systems where heat, vibration and constant read and write activity are part of everyday operation.

The 6TB capacity provides substantial space for surveillance footage, making this drive suitable for home security installations, small businesses and larger monitoring systems. AllFrame technology helps reduce video frame loss and supports smoother recording and playback, while CMR recording technology provides consistent performance for surveillance workloads.

Features:

Reliable 24/7 Surveillance Storage
WD Purple drives are purpose-built for high-definition surveillance systems that operate around the clock. They are tested for compatibility with a wide range of security systems and are designed to cope with the elevated temperatures and equipment vibrations commonly found inside NVR and DVR environments.

With a surveillance-focused design, the WD Purple 6TB is a practical choice when dependable video recording is more important than the characteristics of a standard desktop hard drive.

AllFrame Technology for Smoother Video Recording
Western Digital AllFrame technology is designed to help reduce video frame loss and improve the reliability of video recording and playback. This is particularly useful in surveillance systems where multiple cameras may be recording continuously at the same time.

The drive supports up to 64 single-stream HD cameras, giving system installers additional flexibility when building or expanding a surveillance solution.

Built for High Surveillance Workloads
Surveillance recorders can generate significantly higher workloads than typical desktop computers. WD Purple drives are designed for these demanding operating conditions and support workload ratings of up to 180TB per year.

Key technical details include:

  • 6TB storage capacity
  • 3.5 inch internal hard drive format
  • SATA3 6Gb/s interface
  • 256MB cache
  • Up to 175MB/s transfer rate
  • CMR recording technology
  • Intellipower speed management
  • AllFrame Firmware technology
  • Support for up to 64 HD cameras
  • Designed for 24/7 surveillance operation
  • MTBF of up to 1 million hours

Designed for DVR and NVR Systems
The WD Purple range is designed for mainstream surveillance DVR and NVR applications that operate continuously. Tarnish-resistant components help support reliable operation, while the drive is also suitable for storage systems with more than eight drive bays.

Its broad compatibility with industry-leading enclosures and chipsets makes the WD Purple 6TB easier to integrate into new surveillance installations or existing security recording systems.

6TB Surveillance Hard Drive for Security Cameras
With 6TB of storage, this Western Digital Purple hard drive offers a useful balance of capacity and performance for surveillance applications. It can be used for recording footage from multiple HD security cameras while providing room for future system expansion.

The drive is suitable for applications where continuous recording, dependable storage and compatibility with surveillance hardware are key considerations.

Western Digital Purple 6TB Part Number
This surveillance hard drive is supplied under part number / SKU WD64PURZ. The WD64PURZ is a 6TB Western Digital Purple 3.5 inch SATA hard drive designed specifically for surveillance DVR and NVR systems.

Ideal Applications
The WD Purple 6TB is suitable for:

  • 24/7 CCTV recording systems
  • NVR and DVR surveillance systems
  • Home security camera installations
  • Business security monitoring
  • Multi-camera HD surveillance systems
  • Security systems requiring additional storage capacity

A Practical Choice for Continuous Video Recording
For surveillance installations that require dependable storage around the clock, the WD Purple 6TB combines high capacity with technologies designed specifically for continuous video workloads. Its AllFrame technology, CMR recording, 256MB cache and support for up to 64 HD cameras make it well suited to modern multi-camera security systems.


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Product CodeWD64PURZspacer
Features Engineered for mainstream surveillance systems
WD AllFrame technology delivers optimizations for write-intensive, low bit-rate, high stream-count workloads typical to mainstream surveillance applications
Supports up to 180TB/yr workload rate and up to 16 bays
Capacity 6TB
Form Factor 3.5-Inch
Connector SATA
Compatibility Up to 64 HD cameras
Up to 16 drive bays
AllFrame firmware technology
Interface SATA
Transfer Rate up to 175MB/s
Recording Technology CMR
Cache Size 256MB
Dimensions (L x W x H) 5.79" x 4" x 1.03"
Weight 570gms
Model Number WD64PURZ
Operating Temperature 0degreesC to 65degreesC
Non-Operating Temperature -40degreesC to 70degreesC
Certifications BSMI, ICES-003/NMB-003, CE, FCC, KC, Maghreb, RCM, UKCA, VCCI, CB-Scheme, TUV, UL

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