WESTERN DIGITAL

WD Purple 8TB 3.5" Surveillance Internal Hard Drive

8TB WD Purple surveillance drive (WD82PURZ) built for 24/7 recording in DVR and NVR systems, with AllFrame AI firmware, 7200 RPM class performance and a 256MB cache.

Capacity
8TB
Interface
SATA 6Gb/s (3.5-inch)
Sustained Transfer
Up to 245 MB/s
Cache
256 MB
Workload & MTBF
Up to 360 TB/Year | 1.5M Hours MTBF
Home & Small Business CCTV

Always-On Recording Around the Clock

Designed for 24/7 always-on surveillance, it keeps recording continuously in DVRs and NVRs watching homes, shops and offices.

Large Multi-Camera Systems

Up to 64 Cameras per Drive

Supports up to 64 cameras and deep-learning analytics on AI-capable NVRs, in systems with 16 or more drive bays.

WD Purple 8TB Capacity
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Colossal 8TB Surveillance

Months of High-Res Footage

Generous 8TB capacity stores extensive video archives for multi-camera business, enterprise, and smart facility setups.

WD Purple 8TB AllFrame
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AllFrame Technology

Fewer Dropped Frames

AllFrame AI firmware helps reduce frame loss, errors and pixelation, and improves video playback.

WD Purple 8TB AI Support
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Up to 64 Cameras + AI NVR Support

Advanced Surveillance AI

Built to work with AI-capable NVRs that run deep-learning analytics alongside standard high-definition recording from up to 64 cameras.

WD Purple 8TB Multi-Bay Reliability
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Multi-Bay Reliability

Built for Enterprise NVR Racks

Rated for systems with 16+ drive bays, with a 1.5 million hour MTBF, CMR recording and tarnish-resistant components.

Complete Your Surveillance Setup

Pair this drive with cameras, networking and storage from AHW Store.

Motherboards

Desktop Motherboards

Any motherboard with a SATA 6 Gb/s port can also run this 3.5-inch drive as bulk storage in a desktop PC.

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Smart Home

Smart Home & Security Cameras

Wi-Fi cameras and smart home devices to build out your monitoring system.

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Networking

Routers, Switches & Access Points

Reliable networking keeps IP cameras connected to your NVR.

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Storage

Hard Drives

More internal hard drives for extra recording capacity or backups.

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Technical Specifications

Manufacturer & Series Western Digital Purple Surveillance Series
Storage Capacity 8,000 GB (8TB)
Form Factor 3.5-Inch Internal SATA Hard Drive
Interface Speed SATA 6 Gb/s
Cameras Supported Up to 64 Cameras; deep-learning analytics on AI-capable NVRs
Cache Buffer 256 MB
Workload Rating Up to 360 TB/Year
Recording Technology CMR, 7200 RPM Class
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) 1,500,000 Hours
Official Warranty 3-Year Limited Manufacturer Warranty

Frequently Asked Questions & Store Policies

Can the WD Purple 8TB handle 4K surveillance cameras? +

Yes. It is built for continuous high-definition surveillance recording, with a 256MB cache and up to 245 MB/s sustained transfer rate. The number of 4K streams depends on each camera's bitrate and your NVR.

What makes the 8TB model different from lower capacities? +

WD lists the 8TB and larger WD Purple drives for deep-learning analytics on AI-capable NVRs, with a workload rating of up to 360 TB/year and support for systems with 16+ drive bays.

Can I use it in a regular desktop PC? +

Yes. It is a standard 3.5-inch SATA 6 Gb/s drive, but its firmware is tuned for continuous surveillance recording rather than everyday PC storage.

What is its operating temperature range? +

WD rates it for 0 to 65Β°C while operating, with average power of 8.6 W during read/write and 7.4 W at idle.

Is the drive covered by warranty in Egypt? +

Yes. WD gives this drive a 3-year limited warranty, and AHW Store provides local support in Egypt.

Is this product 100% genuine and backed by official warranty at AHW Store? +

Yes. Every hardware component and peripheral sold on AHW Store is 100% authentic, brand-new in factory-sealed packaging, and backed by the full official manufacturer warranty with direct local support across Egypt. For full terms, visit our Warranty Policy β†—.

What payment methods and installment options are accepted in Egypt? +

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How fast is shipping and delivery across Egypt? +

Orders are delivered within 2 to 7 business days across all Egyptian governorates in secure armored protective packaging (with pickup available from our 6th of October headquarters). Read full delivery details in our Shipping Policy β†—.

Can I pair this hardware with a complete custom PC build from AHW Store? +

Absolutely! Our specialized hardware engineers can help you build, optimize, and stress-test a complete custom gaming or workstation PC tailored to your budget and performance requirements. Explore our Custom PC Builder β†—.

What is the return and replacement policy at AHW Store? +

In full compliance with Egyptian Consumer Protection Law, unopened products in original factory-sealed packaging can be returned or exchanged within 14 days of purchase. In the rare event of a manufacturing defect, immediate warranty replacement or authorized repair is provided. Review our Return & Refund Policy β†—.