{"product_id":"western-digital-surveillance-6tb-3-5in-sata-hard-drive","title":"Western Digital Surveillance 6TB 3.5in SATA Hard Drive","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dc2626;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e\"Upgraded from a desktop drive and the difference is night and day — no more recording gaps.\" Thabo M., Johannesburg\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Capacity Surveillance Storage for Multi-Camera Systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Western Digital Purple 6TB delivers the storage headroom that serious security installations demand. Engineered for around-the-clock operation in DVR and NVR environments, it handles the constant write demands of multiple high-resolution cameras without breaking a sweat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy This Hard Drive Stands Out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6TB Surveillance Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Store weeks of continuous high-resolution footage across multiple cameras — ideal for businesses and larger residential installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllFrame Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e: WD's firmware optimisation reduces video errors, dropped frames, and pixelation during recording and playback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24\/7 Workload Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e: Designed for the sustained write cycles of security recording, unlike desktop drives that degrade rapidly under continuous load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6TB storage capacity for extended multi-camera retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5-inch SATA — standard fit for all DVR\/NVR bays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports up to 64 simultaneous HD camera streams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotational vibration compensation for stable multi-drive enclosures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWestern Digital Purple surveillance-grade platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 6TB onboard, you can configure longer retention periods without constantly overwriting footage — critical for compliance, insurance claims, and incident investigation. Install it once and rely on it. The WD Purple is the go-to choice for installers across South Africa who need a drive that simply works.\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\u003eHow many days of footage does 6TB hold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt 1080p 15fps, 6TB can store 4–8 cameras for approximately 3–5 weeks of continuous recording, depending on motion activity and compression settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this fit in any standard NVR?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — 3.5-inch SATA is the universal standard for DVR and NVR storage bays. Compatible with all major brands including Hikvision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the WD Purple better than a regular hard drive for CCTV?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSignificantly. Desktop drives are not rated for 24\/7 continuous writes and fail much sooner in surveillance applications. The WD Purple is purpose-built for this workload.\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":61893542642034,"sku":"HDD-WD-6TB_C","price":6870.29,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.apextradedynamics.co.za\/products\/western-digital-surveillance-6tb-3-5in-sata-hard-drive","provider":"Apex Trade Dynamics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}