- Description
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WD181PURP | Western Digital Purple Pro 18TB AI Video Surveillance Drive
The Western Digital Purple Pro WD181PURP is a 3.5" internal hard drive built for the latest AI-enabled video recorders, deep learning appliances, and smart video solutions. With 18TB of storage and a 550TB/year workload rating, this drive supports up to 64 HD single-stream cameras and 32 AI streams per drive, making it ideal for data-intensive, high-performance surveillance systems.
Ideal For:
AI-enabled video recorders and analytics appliances
Enterprise video surveillance and storage systems
24/7 smart video operations in multi-bay enclosures
Why You Should Use This:
✓ 18TB of storage with 550TB/year workload capability
✓ AllFrame™ AI technology for reduced frame loss and AI stream support
✓ Enterprise-class reliability with up to 2.5M-hour MTBF and HelioSeal™ tech
Key Highlights:
✓ Supports up to 64 HD camera streams and 32 AI streams per drive
✓ CMR recording with 7200 RPM and 512MB buffer
✓ Tarnish-resistant, RoHS compliant, and optimized for harsh environments
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What devices is this drive compatible with?
A: It supports servers, storage systems, and video surveillance systems using SATA interfaces.
Q: Is this drive designed for continuous 24/7 use?
A: Yes, it is engineered for always-on workloads in advanced AI surveillance systems.
