What are the performance specs including RPM and cache?

It features 7200 RPM spindle speed, 512 MB cache, and sustained transfer rates up to 287 MB/s via SATA 6 Gb/s interface. CMR recording technology optimizes for reliable sequential writes in high-throughput video environments.

Is this drive suitable for multi-bay surveillance systems?

Yes, with RV sensors, tarnish-resistant components, and support for unlimited drive bays in RAID/JBOD. It tolerates 40G operating shock and operates from 5°C to 65°C, ideal for robust enterprise deployments.

What reliability metrics does it offer?

MTBF of 2.5 million hours, <1 in 10^15 non-recoverable read errors, and 600,000 load/unload cycles. AllFrame AI firmware prevents frame loss, supporting 32 AI streams for advanced analytics.

What is the power consumption profile?

Average read/write power is 6.2W, idle 5.7W, and standby/sleep 1.1W. Low acoustics (25 dBA idle, 32 dBA seek) make it efficient for large-scale, always-on surveillance racks.

What cameras and streams does it support?

Up to 64 single-stream HD cameras and 32 AI streams, enhanced by OptiNAND technology for data integrity. Perfect for modern NVRs requiring high-capacity, performance-driven storage.

WD260PURP - WD WD260PURP 26TB 7200RPM SATA Surveillance HDD

Name: WD WD260PURP 26TB 7200RPM SATA Surveillance HDD
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: WD260PURP
Price: 1850 USD
Availability: InStock

WD260PURP - WD WD260PURP 26TB 7200RPM SATA Surveillance HDD | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Western Digital WD Purple Pro WD260PURP is a 26TB 3.5-inch SATA 6 Gb/s internal hard drive designed for enterprise surveillance applications. It operates at 7200 RPM with a 512 MB cache, delivering transfer rates up to 287 MB/s using CMR recording technology. Engineered for advanced AI-enabled recorders, video analytics servers, and deep learning systems, it supports a workload rating of up to 550 TB/year and an MTBF of 2.5 million hours. Features include AllFrame AI firmware for up to 64 HD cameras and 32 AI streams, RV sensors for multi-bay reliability, and tarnish-resistant components for harsh environments. Compatible with RAID and JBOD configurations, it ensures continuous 24/7 operation in surveillance systems, providing high-capacity storage with robust performance and low power consumption of 6.2W read/write.

26TB CMR storage at 7200 RPM, 287 MB/s transfers
550 TB/year workload, 2.5M hours MTBF reliability
512 MB cache, supports 64 HD cams & 32 AI streams
SATA 6 Gb/s, 3.5-inch for RAID/JBOD compatibility
RV sensors, tarnish-resistant for harsh multi-bay use
6.2W read/write power, 5-65°C operation range

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	WD260PURP
Brand	Western Digital
Condition	New
Model	WD260PURP
Disk Speed	7200 RPM
Product Line	WD Purple Pro
Product Type	Smart Video Surveillance Hard Drive
Workload Rating	up to 550 TB/year
Cameras Supported	up to 64 single-stream HD cameras
AI Streams Supported	32 concurrent AI streams
Recording Technology	CMR (Conventional Magnetic Recording)

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Best for

Surveillance Systems
Optimized for 24/7 video recording with 550 TB/year workload and support for up to 64 HD cameras, ensuring reliable high-capacity storage in multi-bay NVRs.
AI Video Analytics
AllFrame AI handles 32 AI streams at 7200 RPM and 287 MB/s transfers, minimizing frame loss in analytics servers.
Deep Learning Servers
Enterprise-grade with 2.5M hours MTBF and CMR technology supports intensive data capture in RAID/JBOD setups.
Cloud Storage
Helium-based design with RV sensors enables robust performance in harsh multi-drive environments up to 550 TB/year.

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7200 RPM SATA Hard Drives 3.5-inch SATA Hard Drives Enterprise SATA Hard Drives 3.5-inch (LFF) Server Hard Drives

Depth	147 mm
Width	101.6 mm
Height	26.1 mm
Weight	720 g
Cache Size	512 MB

Operating Temperature	0° C to 65° C
Non-operating Temperature	-40° C to 70° C

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