{"product_id":"western-digital-surveillance-2tb-3-5in-sata-hard-drive","title":"Western Digital Surveillance 2TB 3.5in SATA Hard Drive","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dc2626;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e\"Finally a drive that keeps up with my 16-camera setup 24\/7 — no dropped frames in over a year.\" Pieter V., Pretoria\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePurpose-Built Surveillance Storage for Continuous 24\/7 Recording\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Western Digital Purple 2TB is engineered specifically for security and surveillance applications. Unlike desktop drives that struggle under constant write cycles, this drive is optimised for the relentless demands of DVR and NVR systems — delivering reliable, uninterrupted footage capture day and night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy This Hard Drive Stands Out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurveillance-Optimised Firmware\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tuned for sequential write workloads typical of CCTV recording, reducing errors and drive failures compared to standard desktop HDDs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24\/7 Continuous Operation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rated for always-on environments — designed to handle the heat and workload of permanent installation in a DVR or NVR enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllFrame Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e: Reduces pixelation and video interruptions during playback, so your recorded footage stays clear and usable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2TB storage capacity — suitable for multiple cameras at standard resolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5-inch SATA interface — fits all standard DVR\/NVR bays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimised for up to 64 simultaneous camera streams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow power consumption with rotational vibration compensation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWestern Digital Purple series — the industry standard for surveillance storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrop it into your DVR or NVR and forget about it. The WD Purple is built to run continuously without the reliability issues that plague repurposed desktop drives. Whether you're installing a home system or a small business setup, this drive gives you the peace of mind that your footage is always being captured and stored correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-2px;margin-right:5px\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 2L3 7v5c0 5.25 3.75 10.05 9 11.25 5.25-1.2 9-6 9-11.25V7L12 2z\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"9 12 11 14 15 10\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Guarantee\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWestern Digital Purple drives carry a 3-year manufacturer's warranty. If anything arrives faulty or fails under normal use, we'll manage the replacement process for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-2px;margin-right:5px\"\u003e\u003crect x=\"1\" y=\"3\" width=\"15\" height=\"13\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003cpolygon points=\"16 8 20 8 23 11 23 16 16 16 16 8\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/polygon\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"5.5\" cy=\"18.5\" r=\"2.5\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"18.5\" cy=\"18.5\" r=\"2.5\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Delivery\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNationwide delivery via courier. Orders dispatch within 1–2 business days and arrive within 3–5 business days. Tracking is sent as soon as your order ships. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eView Shipping Rates →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-2px;margin-right:5px\"\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"1 4 1 10 7 10\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"23 20 23 14 17 14\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M20.49 9A9 9 0 0 0 5.64 5.64L1 10m22 4l-4.64 4.36A9 9 0 0 1 3.51 15\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Returns \u0026amp; Warranty\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSealed, unused items may be returned within 7 days of delivery. Contact support@apextradedynamics.co.za to initiate a claim. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/returns-policy\"\u003eFull Returns Policy →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-2px;margin-right:5px\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9.09 9a3 3 0 0 1 5.83 1c0 2-3 3-3 3\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cline x1=\"12\" y1=\"17\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"17\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e FAQ\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this drive in a desktop PC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt will work, but it's optimised for surveillance write workloads. For desktop use, a WD Blue or Black would be more appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many cameras can this 2TB drive support?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapacity depends on resolution and frame rate settings. At standard 1080p with 15fps, 2TB typically supports 4–8 cameras for 7–14 days of continuous recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this compatible with Hikvision DVRs and NVRs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — WD Purple drives are fully compatible with Hikvision recording devices and are the recommended storage choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\"\u003eView all FAQs →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hikvision","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61893542609266,"sku":"HDD-WD-2TB_C","price":3060.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.apextradedynamics.co.za\/products\/western-digital-surveillance-2tb-3-5in-sata-hard-drive","provider":"Apex Trade Dynamics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}