Can it be installed vertical instead of horizontal inside my lorex nvr?

I don't see any reason why not. Mine is installed in a Lorex NVR, but as I recall, it mounts horizontally.

Will this work in a Desktop Computer ?

I had a bunch of issues with this in my desktop... I ended up sending it back and getting two of these Seagate FireCuda HDD 8TB Internal Hard Drive HDD - 3.5 Inch CMR SATA 6Gb/s 7200RPM 256MB Cache 300TB/year with Rescue Services (ST8000DX001)

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🎥 Secure every frame with pro-level power and reliability!

MASSIVE 12 TB CAPACITY - Store years of high-res surveillance footage without compromise.
BLAZING 7200 RPM SPEED - Ensures rapid data access and smooth video streaming for real-time analytics.
AI OPTIMIZED PERFORMANCE - Perfectly tuned for AI-enabled recorders and deep-learning video analytics.
ENTERPRISE GRADE WORKLOAD - Handles up to 550 TB/year—built for nonstop, mission-critical surveillance.
TARNISH RESISTANT DURABILITY - Engineered to thrive in harsh environments and multi-bay setups.

The Western Digital 12TB WD Purple Pro is a high-performance surveillance HDD designed for advanced AI-driven video solutions. Featuring a robust 7200 RPM speed, 256 MB cache, and a workload rating of 550 TB/year, it delivers reliable, long-term storage in harsh environments and multi-bay enclosures, making it ideal for business and personal smart video applications.

Specifications

Hard Drive	12 TB Mechanical Hard Disk
Brand	Western Digital
Series	WD Purple Pro Surveillance Hard Drive
Item model number	WD121PURP-SPB5SY0
Item Weight	1.45 pounds
Product Dimensions	5.79 x 4 x 1.03 inches
Item Dimensions LxWxH	5.79 x 4 x 1.03 inches
Color	Purple
Flash Memory Size	12 TB
Hard Drive Interface	Serial ATA
Hard Drive Rotational Speed	7200 RPM
Department	unisex
Manufacturer	Western Digital Technologies, Inc.
Language	English, English, English, English, English
ASIN	B0966V6YJB
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Date First Available	May 7, 2021

Reviews

N**Y

Works perfectly with my Unifi NVR

The Western Digital 10TB WD Purple Pro Surveillance drive is an excellent choice for anyone looking to upgrade their surveillance storage system. Built specifically for 24/7 operation, this drive offers reliable, high-capacity storage designed to handle multiple camera streams simultaneously, making it perfect for large-scale or demanding setups.One of the standout features is the AllFrame AI technology, which reduces frame loss and improves video playback quality, even in high-stress environments. It also supports AI workloads for those integrating advanced analytics into their security systems. The 10TB capacity is more than enough for long-term storage of high-definition video footage, which is ideal for businesses, commercial properties, or even home users with more comprehensive surveillance needs.The drive operates quietly and efficiently, with minimal heat output even during heavy use. The added benefit of being optimized for NVRs (Network Video Recorders) ensures seamless integration with most modern security setups. Additionally, the three-year limited warranty provides peace of mind that this drive is built to last.In summary, the WD Purple Pro 10TB is a solid, dependable investment for any surveillance system. Its robust design, massive storage capacity, and performance under continuous workloads make it an industry-leading solution. Highly recommended for anyone serious about security and data integrity.

23.10.2024

M**L

10tb

Bought this for a NVR and it's been going strong for the past year with no hiccups or errors. Would def recommend.

16.08.2025

S**P

Durability

Was loud in my old box, I cannot hear it in my Fractal Define 7 case but these are known to be loud. Working after 1 year. Constant write from Blue Iris.

16.03.2025

S**X

WD purple 12g drive..

Super drive, works super quiet, I record 8 cameras 24/7 on 2 of these drives. No failure yet.

20.04.2025

L**H

Reliable drive, but loud.

Works well, but this is the loudest HD I've owned. I needed to move my surveillance computer into a spare room with the door closed.

29.06.2025

C**G

Good drive for an NVR security system

Ordered a Network Video Recorder without the HD because of the price the vendor wanted. I saved about $30 on this and got free shipping. It didn't have mounting screws but, I had plenty of extras. It was easy to mount to the bottom screw holes. You can capture a lot of video with 10TB of storage capacity. I like the SATA III speed. This drive is also designed with a 512MB cache which is nice. It has a spin rate of 7200RPM so this is a well designed drive. It is a good alue for the money and I will not hesitate to buy another one.

31.07.2025

R**Y

Works perfect

Love it. Worked perfect on my gw security system.

8.08.2025

A**R

Very Noisy and Thumping Sound

These drives are not quiet. My old 4 TB Purple drive is silent. When I installed the new 12 TB Purple drive, as soon as I applied power, it started thumping. Once the NAS booted, the drive started reading and got very loud and kept thumping. Returned it for a replacement. The replacement does the same, but not quite as loud. Maybe it's the Pro version that's loud, but this one is being returned too. I'll try a non-Pro version or another brand.UPDATE: After some additional research, I found that the thumping noise is a "feature?" called PWL (Preventative Wear Leveling). It will thump every 5 seconds when the drive is idle. Apparently it's a feature/irritant in larger capacity drives. :(

23.03.2023

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