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WD Purple

18 TB, 3.5"
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Product details

Designed for continuous operation in HD security systems. With a workload of up to 180 TB/year and support for up to 64 cameras, WD Purple hard drives are optimized for surveillance systems. WD Purple drives with 10 TB and 12 TB are suitable for deep learning analytics in AI-capable NVRs, offering an enhanced workload rating of up to 360 TB/year as well as support for up to 16 AI channels for on-system analysis. WD Purple drives are specifically engineered to meet the extreme demands of thermally stressed surveillance systems in continuous operation. WD Purple is crafted by a world-leading storage company, providing you with high-quality playback when you need it most. WD Purple hard drives are optimized to support up to 64 cameras, giving you flexibility for upgrades or expansions of your security system.

Key specifications

Interface version
SATA III
Storage Technology
CMR
Scope of application
Surveillance
Cache
512 MB
Max. Speed
7200 RPM
Item number
14037499

General information

Manufacturer
WD
Category
Hard drives
Manufacturer no.
WD180PURZ
Release date
21.10.2020
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Data storage properties

Scope of application
Surveillance
Interface version
SATA III
Form factor
3.5"
Storage capacity
18 TB
Cache
512 MB
Max. Speed
7200 RPM
Storage Technology
CMR

Operating conditions

Maximum operating temperature
65 °C

Power supply

Power consumption (standby)
0.40 W
Power consumption
4.40 W

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
SBTi

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
HDD

Product dimensions

Length
14.70 cm
Width
10.16 cm
Height
2.61 cm
Weight
690 g

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Package dimensions

Length
33.60 cm
Width
21.40 cm
Height
8.20 cm
Weight
734 g

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Hard drives» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 2.Synology
    0,8 %
  • 4.HPE
    0,9 %
  • 5.Toshiba
    1,6 %
  • 5.WD
    1,6 %
  • 7.Seagate
    1,9 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.HPE
    2 days
  • 2.Seagate
    3 days
  • 2.Synology
    3 days
  • 2.Toshiba
    3 days
  • 2.WD
    3 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Hard drives» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Ubiquiti
    1,2 %
  • 2.Synology
    1,6 %
  • 3.WD
    2,3 %
  • 4.Toshiba
    2,6 %
  • 5.Seagate
    3,3 %
Source: Galaxus