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WD - Purple 8TB Surveillance Internal Hard Drive

Model: WD85PURZ
SKU: 10117311
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Customers are delighted by the overall performance of this product. Users consistently highlight that the build quality feels exceptionally high.

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Storage Capacity

8000GB
Features

  • Industry-Leading Storage, Surveillance You Can Trust

    Western Digital has provided surveillance-grade storage for more than a decade. With WD Purple surveillance storage, drives are engineered for high temperature, always-on surveillance systems so you can rely on quality video when you need it most. WD Purple delivers smart video storage that you can trust and are backed by a 3-year limited warranty.

  • Western Digital's Exclusive AllFrame Technology

    All WD Purple drives are equipped with AllFrame technology, which helps reduce video frame drops and improves video recording and playback.

  • Enhanced Workload Ratings

    WD 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 Streams

    Modern recorders now support multiple video streams per camera. WD Purple drives support up to 64 single-stream HD cameras3. With so many options, you have the flexibility to upgrade or expand your security applications in the future.

  • Designed For Surveillance Solutions

    With 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 components5 and support in storage systems with more than eight drive bays6, 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.

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Specifications
  • Storage Capacity
    8000 gigabytes
    Storage Drive Type
    HDD
    Rotational Speed
    5400 revolutions per minute
    Maximum Read Speed
    215 megabytes per second
    Maximum Write Speed
    215 megabytes per second
    Form Factor
    3.5 in.
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Reviews

Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars with 15 reviews

5 star rating. 12 reviews1 star rating. 3 reviews
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Customers are sayingCustomers are delighted by the overall performance of this product. Users consistently highlight that the build quality feels exceptionally high.
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  • Overall Performance (7)

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works as expected

    I bought this HD for my security camera system after first trying a Seagate, which failed within one week. So far, so good. I'm running it in a Vantec Nexstar JX enclosure and it is doing a great job of handling the stream from 7 high def cameras

    This review is from WD - Purple 8TB Surveillance Internal Hard Drive

    Posted by TravelinMan

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Gets the job done

    Gets the job done. I would purchase again if needed.

    This review is from WD - Purple 8TB Surveillance Internal Hard Drive

    Posted by PurchasingAgent

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A tried-and true drive

    I needed a bigger drive for my NVR. WD Purple is a tried-and-true drive. Best Buy had it in stock (delivered via FedEx), and the price was better than Amazon's, which also had a 2-week delivery backlog.

    This review is from WD - Purple 8TB Surveillance Internal Hard Drive

    Posted by Whitie

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Quality security drive.

    Dive works very well for the application I needed. It runs read and write 24/7 and has worked flawlessly. The specs are perfect and the quality feels very high/

    This review is from WD - Purple 8TB Surveillance Internal Hard Drive

    Posted by Elijah

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works as expected

    I needed a 16TB space for my NVR. WD Purple is a tried-and-true drive. Best Buy had it in stock, and the price was better than Amazon's.

    This review is from WD - Purple 8TB Surveillance Internal Hard Drive

    Posted by Deno

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Questions & Answers

  • Does the hard drive have a warranty for both parts and labor?

    The hard drive has a three-year warranty for both parts and labor.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • What is the maximum number of HD cameras this hard drive can support?

    This hard drive can support up to 64 single-stream HD cameras.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • Why is the hard drive specifically designed for surveillance systems?

    WD Purple drives are designed to meet the challenges of 24/7 video surveillance recording because they are engineered to withstand the elevated heat fluctuations and equipment vibrations within NVR environments.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • What is the purpose of the AllFrame technology in the hard drive?

    AllFrame technology helps reduce frame loss and improve overall video playback.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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