Technical specs
Cache memory	64 MB
RPM	5400 rpm


Features
Features	for video surveillance


General
Size	147x102x26 mm
Official Website	westerndigital.com
Added to E-Catalog	June 2023

E-Catalog UK editor, Hard Drives (HDD)

Valerii Lenko, edited 20.03.2026

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	Western Digital WD23PURZ Upgrade your security infrastructure with the WESTERN DIGITAL WD WD23PURZ 3.5´´ 2TB HDD, a hard drive engineered from the gro... moreund up for the demanding environment of 24/7, always-on surveillance systems. Designed for uncompromising reliability and superior video capture, this drive is the cornerstone of a robust security setup, ensuring that you never miss a critical moment.The WD Purple series is renowned for its specialized design, and the WD23PURZ is a prime example of this focused engineering. It is built to withstand the continuous operational stresses of modern DVR and NVR systems. Unlike standard desktop drives that are designed for short bursts of activity, this 2 TB surveillance drive thrives on constant data writing. Its enhanced workload rating of up to 180 TB per year is a testament to its durability, making it a dependable choice for both residential and commercial security applications. This means you can trust it to handle the constant flow of data from multiple high-definition cameras without faltering.At the heart of its performance is Western Digital´s exclusive AllFrame™ technology. This advanced firmware works to reduce frame loss, improve video playback, and optimize the drive to manage multiple simultaneous video streams with precision. This is crucial in a multi-camera environment, as it ensures smooth, clear, and uninterrupted footage. With support for up to 64 cameras, this SATA drive provides the scalability needed to expand your surveillance network without compromising performance. The 5400 RPM class is carefully chosen to balance performance with low power consumption and reduced operational noise, making it an efficient and quiet component within your system.As part of the leading family of Hard disks for surveillance, the WD Purple WD23PURZ offers peace of mind through its exceptional longevity, boasting a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of up to 1 million hours. This incredible reliability minimizes the risk of drive failure and data loss, protecting your valuable security recordings. Whether you are building a new surveillance system or upgrading an existing one, the Western Digital Purple drive provides the capacity, performance, and endurance required to protect what matters most.Western Digital Purple WD23PURZ.HDD size: 3.5´´, HDD capacity: 2000 GB.Specifications:-Maximum number of cameras supported: 64.-HDD size: 3.5´´.-HDD capacity: 2 TB.-Interface: SATA.-Type: Hard Drive.-Component for: Surveillance system.-Noise level (rest): 21 dB.-Average time between failures: 1000000 h.-Workload rate limit: 180 TB/year.-Power consumption (read): 3.8 W.-Power consumption (write): 3.8 W.-Power consumption (standby): 3.2 W.-Harmonization System (SA) code: 84717050.-Width: 101.6 mm.-Height: 26.1 mm.-Depth: 147 mm.-Weight: 450 g.-Quantity 1 Tradeinn.com Delivery: in United Kingdom Report	£152.99 Buy in shop

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