Western Digital WD85PURU-64C2EYO – 8TB 5400 RPM SATA 6Gb/s 3.5-Inch Surveillance Hard Drive (WD Purple Series)
The Western Digital WD85PURU-64C2EYO is an 8TB 3.5-inch surveillance-class hard drive from the WD Purple series, designed for continuous write-heavy video recording in security and surveillance DVR/NVR systems. It suits system integrators and surveillance distributors building recorder environments that support up to 64 cameras and 32 AI streams. As with all surveillance drives, confirm workload and enclosure airflow fit the intended recording configuration before deployment.
Key specifications (table)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | WD85PURU-64C2EYO |
| Capacity | 8 Terabytes (TB) |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Spindle Speed | 5400 RPM (IntelliPower; rotational speed managed by WD, not a fixed single rating) |
| Cache | 256 MB |
| Workload Rate | Up to 180 TB/year (guidance for sustained write volume) |
| Recording Technology | AllFrame™ AI for enhanced streaming and recording stability |
| Camera / AI Support | Up to 64 cameras and 32 AI streams (per WD rating) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 65°C |
| MTBF | 1 million hours |
Good to know
- WD Purple drives are positioned for surveillance workloads, sitting alongside IronWolf (NAS) and Exos (enterprise) in WD’s family portfolio; always verify NVR/DVR firmware compatibility and thermal conditions in multi-bay enclosures.
- Within the Purple lineup, this model supports up to 64 cameras and 32 AI streams, making it appropriate for AI-enabled recording systems rather than basic entry-level setups.
- As a 5400 RPM-class (IntelliPower) HDD, it prioritizes sequential streaming capacity over random I/O — compare the 180 TB/year workload rating against your recording and retention requirements before sizing the order.
For tray and reel pricing, current stock by part number and date code, and volume discounts on bulk orders, request a bulk quotation.
The Western Digital WD85PURU-64C2EYO is an 8TB 3.5-inch surveillance-class hard drive from the WD Purple series, designed for continuous write-heavy video recording in security and surveillance DVR/NVR systems. It suits system integrators and surveillance distributors building recorder environments that support up to 64 cameras and 32 AI streams. As with all surveillance drives, confirm workload and enclosure airflow fit the intended recording configuration before deployment.
Key specifications (table)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | WD85PURU-64C2EYO |
| Capacity | 8 Terabytes (TB) |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Spindle Speed | 5400 RPM (IntelliPower; rotational speed managed by WD, not a fixed single rating) |
| Cache | 256 MB |
| Workload Rate | Up to 180 TB/year (guidance for sustained write volume) |
| Recording Technology | AllFrame™ AI for enhanced streaming and recording stability |
| Camera / AI Support | Up to 64 cameras and 32 AI streams (per WD rating) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 65°C |
| MTBF | 1 million hours |
Good to know
- WD Purple drives are positioned for surveillance workloads, sitting alongside IronWolf (NAS) and Exos (enterprise) in WD’s family portfolio; always verify NVR/DVR firmware compatibility and thermal conditions in multi-bay enclosures.
- Within the Purple lineup, this model supports up to 64 cameras and 32 AI streams, making it appropriate for AI-enabled recording systems rather than basic entry-level setups.
- As a 5400 RPM-class (IntelliPower) HDD, it prioritizes sequential streaming capacity over random I/O — compare the 180 TB/year workload rating against your recording and retention requirements before sizing the order.
For tray and reel pricing, current stock by part number and date code, and volume discounts on bulk orders, request a bulk quotation.
