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Western Digital 2TB WD Purple Surveillance Internal Hard Drive HDD - SATA 6 Gb/s, 64 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD23PURZ

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Style: Purple


Capacity: 2TB


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 180 TB/yr workload rate(3) | (3) Workload Rate is defined as the amount of user data transferred to or from the hard drive. Workload Rate is annualized (TB transferred (8760 / recorded power-on hours)). Workload Rate will vary depending on your hardware and software components and configurations.
  • Support for up to 16 bays(7) | (7) 1TB through 2TB support up to eight bays; 3TB and above support up to 16 bays.
  • Tarnish-resistant components(6) | (6) Tarnish resistant components for capacities 3TB and higher.

Description

WD Purple drives are designed to meet the challenges of 24x7 video surveillance recording. These 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 drives, you get reliable, surveillance-class storage that’s tested for compatibility in a wide range of security systems. Exclusive WD AllFrame technology helps reduce frame loss and improve overall video playback.

Digital Storage Capacity: 2000 GB


Hard Disk Interface: Serial ATA-600


Connectivity Technology: SATA


Brand: WD


Special Feature: Engineered for mainstream surveillance systems


Hard Disk Form Factor: 3.5 Inches


Hard Disk Description: Mechanical Hard Disk


Compatible Devices: Desktop


Installation Type: Internal Hard Drive


Color: Purple


Digital Storage Capacity: 2000 GB


Hard Disk Interface: Serial ATA-600


Connectivity Technology: SATA


Additional Features: Engineered for mainstream surveillance systems


Hard Disk Form Factor: 3.5 Inches


Compatible Devices: Desktop


Hard Disk Rotational Speed: 5400 RPM


Specific Uses For Product: Business


Read Speed: 180 Megabytes Per Second


Media Speed: 180 MB/s


Cache Memory Installed Size: 64


Form Factor: 3.5-inch


Hardware Connectivity: SATA 6.0 Gb/s


Hard-Drive Size: 2 TB


Item Weight: 0.99 Pounds


Number of Items: 1


Unit Count: 1.0 Count


Customer Package Type: Standard Packaging


Brand: WD


Model Number: WD23PURZ-SPC5HY0


Hard Disk Description: Mechanical Hard Disk


Built-In Media: Internal Hard Drive


Model Name: WD Purple HDD


Manufacturer: Western Digital Technologies, Inc.


Global Trade Identification Number: 99


UPC: 718037896199


Mfr Part Number: WD23PURZ-SPC5HY0


Item Type Name: Internal Hard Drive


Warranty Description: 3 Year Limited Warranty


Installation Type: Internal Hard Drive


Color: Purple


Enclosure Material: Aluminum


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    • Reliable drive for surveillance systems with plenty of storage
Style: Purple Capacity: 6TB
I purchased the Western Digital 6TB WD Purple Surveillance Hard Drive (WD64PURZ) for a security camera recording system, and it has performed exactly the way a surveillance drive should. WD Purple drives are designed specifically for DVR and NVR systems that run 24/7, and that’s the main reason I chose this model. Installation was simple and the drive was immediately recognized by the system with no issues. The 6TB capacity provides plenty of room for continuous recording and the drive runs quietly while handling multiple camera streams without any noticeable lag or dropped footage. One thing I appreciate about the WD Purple line is that it’s built for reliability under constant operation. Surveillance systems are always writing data, so having a drive designed for that workload makes a difference compared to standard desktop drives. The 256 MB cache helps keep performance smooth when multiple cameras are recording at the same time. It also feels like good value for the money considering the capacity and the fact that these drives are specifically engineered for security systems. While this particular model is the standard purple drive used in surveillance applications, Western Digital offers a variety of drives in different colors depending on the workload. For example, Blue drives are typically used for everyday computing, Black drives for performance workloads, Red drives for NAS systems, and Purple for surveillance systems. That color system actually makes it easier to choose the right drive for the job. Pros: - Designed specifically for 24/7 surveillance recording - Large 6TB capacity for long video retention - 256 MB cache helps handle multiple camera streams - Quiet and stable operation - Good value for the amount of storage - WD’s color lineup makes it easier to pick the right drive for the application Cons: - Not designed for typical desktop or gaming workloads Overall: If you’re setting up or expanding a DVR or NVR security system, the WD Purple series is a dependable choice. The drive is built for continuous recording, provides plenty of storage capacity, and offers solid reliability for surveillance applications. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2026 by Randall
    • Lorex NVR - worked perfectly
Style: Purple Capacity: 8TB
When I bought my Lorex system from Lorex, i got their 8TB HD (Seagate). It was a bad drive and failed to be recognized by my system. Lorex customer service made me remove, reinstall, remove, reinstall even though I had already told them I am tech-savvy and the HDD was dead. I returned it for a refund. I bought this one and it was $100 cheaper and worked flawlessly and instantly. If you have a Lorex and want the max size HDD (8TB), I'd recommend this purple. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2024 by depkat
    • Pricey but it’s quality
Style: Purple Capacity: 8TB
High definition easy to install. 8TB. I operate 7 cameras 24-7. I get about a month’s worth of recordings before it starts to record over.
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2026 by Kevin L. Cielec
    • Was good until now… less than a month with the drive half written on
Style: Purple Capacity: 6TB
WD has been in the drive business for ages. Drive is quiet, installs easily and works well in my NVR Edit: so after being installed for less than a month, drive starting to make some noise. An intermittent squeaking almost like a faint beep. To me sounds like something’s going on in the head as though it hit bad sectors on the drive platters. I turned off the recording feature on the NVR and the noise went away so now I know it’s not the machine itself….. bad sectors in less than a month and the drive was barely half written on…. I reformatted the drive and now it’s quiet again at the cost of losing all my data. Am I going to have to do this every month? ….. I chose this drive because of WD reputation in the HDD business, now that thought went down the drain….. Edit: after formatting the drive, noise went away for a few days, started to do the same thing again…. Returning this and ordering from different major manufacturer ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2025 by Dave
    • Very reliable
Style: Purple Capacity: 4TB
Seems sturdy. Perfect for my dvr.
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2026 by Patel
    • So Far So Good
Style: Purple Capacity: 2TB
So far so good.VERY HAPPY w product so far. Amazon was VERY helpful getting this item to us ASAP.
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2026 by Amazon Customer
    • Nice drive
Style: Purple Capacity: 6TB
Great drive for security system
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2025 by MARK
    • 2 plugs, 4 bolts and you're up
Style: Purple Capacity: 4TB
Two connectors, 4 bolts and drops right into your DVR - quick format and you're up. Make sure your DVR is compatible. Took longer to open and bolt the DVR case back up than the installation.
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2026 by Charles R Smith

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