The WD Purple WD63PURZ is an internal hard drive with a storage capacity of 6 terabytes, specifically designed for use in surveillance systems. With a 3.5-inch form factor and a SATA III interface, this hard drive offers a maximum rotational speed of 5400 RPM. The WD Purple is engineered to provide reliable performance during continuous operation, making it ideal for storing video surveillance data. It features a 256 megabyte cache that enhances data transfer efficiency. The hard drive is suitable for operation in demanding environments and can withstand temperatures of up to 65 degrees Celsius. With a maximum noise level of 27 decibels, it operates quietly, which is advantageous in surveillance applications.
Scope of application | Surveillance |
Interface | SATA |
Interface version | SATA III |
Cache | 256 MB |
Sustained Speed HDD | 175 MB/s |
Max. Speed | 5400 RPM |
Storage Technology | CMR |
Item number | 17468126 |
Manufacturer | WD |
Category | Hard drives |
Manufacturer No. | WD63PURZ |
Release date | 27.10.2021 |
Scope of application | Surveillance |
Interface | SATA |
Interface version | SATA III |
Form factor | 3.5" |
Storage capacity | 6 TB |
Cache | 256 MB |
Sustained Speed HDD | 175 MB/s |
Max. Speed | 5400 RPM |
Storage Technology | CMR |
Max. Workload Rate | 180 TB/J |
MTBF | 1000000 h |
Maximum operating temperature | 65 °C |
Max. noise level | 27 dB |
Power consumption | 4.60 W |
Power consumption (standby) | 0.30 W |
Country of origin | Taiwan |
Manufacturer commitment | SBTi |
CO₂ emissions | 14.17 kg |
Climate contribution | CHF 0.34 |
Scope of delivery | 1 piece(s) |
Length | 14.70 cm |
Width | 10.16 cm |
Height | 2.61 cm |
Weight | 570 g |
Length | 21.20 cm |
Width | 15.10 cm |
Height | 7.80 cm |
Weight | 652 g |
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