WD Purple Pro

Professional surveillance drives for AI, NVR and video storage

WD Purple Pro is Western Digital's most advanced series of hard drives for professional surveillance systems, video management and AI-based video analytics. The series is designed for continuous 24/7 operation and can handle large amounts of video data from modern security cameras.

The drives are built with CMR technology and are optimized for NVR systems, video servers, AI analysis, and advanced surveillance environments where high reliability and long lifespan are crucial.

Developed for professional surveillance

WD Purple Pro is designed to handle high-resolution video streams from many cameras simultaneously.

Advantages of the series:

• Developed for surveillance systems
• Supports up to 64 HD cameras
• AllFrame AI technology for improved video recording
• CMR technology for stable and predictable performance
• Optimized for AI analysis and video management
• 24/7 continuous operation
• Workload up to 550 TB per year
• SATA 6 Gb/s interface
• 5-year manufacturer's warranty

Capacities in the series

WD Purple Pro 8TB

The entry-level model for small and medium-sized surveillance installations.

• 8 TB storage capacity
• 7200 rpm
• 256 MB cache
• Supports up to 64 cameras
• Workload up to 550 TB per year

WD Purple Pro 10TB

Suitable for larger surveillance systems with more cameras and longer storage time.

• 10 TB storage capacity
• 7200 rpm
• 512 MB cache
• AllFrame AI
• OptiNAND technology

WD Purple Pro 12TB

A popular choice for businesses, properties, and larger camera installations.

• 12 TB storage capacity
• 7200 rpm
• 512 MB cache
• Supports AI video analysis
• Designed for continuous operation

WD Purple Pro 14TB

For larger NVR systems with many high-resolution cameras.

• 14 TB storage capacity
• 7200 rpm
• 512 MB cache
• CMR technology
• AllFrame AI

WD Purple Pro 18TB

Suitable for larger security facilities and professional installations.

• 18 TB storage capacity
• 7200 rpm
• 512 MB cache
• Up to 64 cameras
• High operational reliability

WD Purple Pro 22TB

For extensive video storage and advanced security systems.

• 22 TB storage capacity
• 7200 rpm
• 512 MB cache
• Optimized for AI analysis
• Very high storage capacity

WD Purple Pro 24TB

One of the largest models in the series for professional video environments.

• 24 TB storage capacity
• 7200 rpm
• 512 MB cache
• AllFrame AI
• Supports large NVR systems

WD Purple Pro 26TB

The flagship model for maximum storage capacity.

• 26 TB storage capacity
• 7200 rpm
• 512 MB cache
• OptiNAND technology
• Workload up to 550 TB per year
• Adapted for the most demanding surveillance installations

Built for 24/7 operation

The WD Purple Pro series is developed for continuous year-round operation.

Common features:

• 24/7 operation
• MTBF up to 2.5 million hours
• 600,000 load/unload cycles
• Irrecoverable error rate of 1 per 10¹⁵ bits read
• High vibration and shock resistance
• Professional surveillance-rated construction

Perfect for

WD Purple Pro is excellent for:

• NVR systems
• DVR systems
• Ubiquiti UniFi Protect
• Synology Surveillance Station
• QNAP Surveillance
• Security companies
• Property surveillance
• Business surveillance
• AI-based video analysis
• Smart video
• Professional camera systems

Summary

WD Purple Pro is a professional series of surveillance drives developed for modern security systems with high demands on reliability, storage capacity, and continuous operation. With support for up to 64 cameras, AllFrame AI technology, and capacities from 8 TB to 26 TB, the series is an excellent choice for both smaller installations and large enterprise environments.

Available capacities:

• 8 TB
• 10 TB
• 12 TB
• 14 TB
• 18 TB
• 22 TB
• 24 TB
• 26 TB

WD Purple Pro is built for surveillance, video storage, and AI-based analysis, focusing on operational reliability, performance, and long lifespan.