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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8TB WD Purple Pro Surveillance Internal Hard Drive HDD - SATA 6 Gb/s, 256 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD8001PURP

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Details

Brand
Western
Color
Purple
Compatible Devices
Server Storage
Connectivity Technology
SATA
Digital Storage Capacity
8 TB
Hard Disk Description
Mechanical

⚡SATA 6 Gb/s ultra-fast interface

💾8TB high-capacity storage

🧠Supports 32 AI streams per drive

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Description

🎥 Power your AI surveillance with unstoppable storage.

MASSIVE 8 TB STORAGE - Store endless high-res surveillance footage without compromise.
AI OPTIMIZED PERFORMANCE - Handles up to 32 AI streams for next-gen video analytics and deep learning.
BLAZING FAST SATA 6 GB S - Seamless data transfer at 245 MB/s keeps your analytics real-time.
BUILT FOR HARSH ENVIRONMENTS - Tarnish-resistant components ensure durability in multi-bay setups.
ENTERPRISE GRADE RELIABILITY - Supports 550 TB/year workload with 5-year warranty for peace of mind.

The Western Digital 8TB WD Purple Pro is a 3.5-inch internal hard drive designed specifically for high-end AI-enabled surveillance systems. Featuring SATA 6 Gb/s connectivity, 256 MB cache, and a 7200 RPM speed, it supports up to 32 AI video streams and a 550 TB/year workload. Engineered with tarnish-resistant components and enterprise-grade reliability, it ensures seamless, high-capacity storage for advanced video analytics and deep learning applications.

Specifications

ASIN	B0966W3JPS
Additional Features	Data Recovery Service
Best Sellers Rank	#26 in Internal Hard Drives
Brand	Western Digital
Built-In Media	3.5" WD Purple Pro SATA 6 Gb/s Hard Drive, Mounting Screws, Quick Install Guide
Cache Memory Installed Size	256
Color	Purple
Compatible Devices	Server, Storage System, Video Recorder, Video Surveillance System
Connectivity Technology	SATA
Customer Reviews	4.5 out of 5 stars 768 Reviews
Data Transfer Rate	245 megabits_per_second
Digital Storage Capacity	8 TB
Enclosure Material	Information Not Available
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Global Trade Identification Number	00718037862682, 00718037889382
Hard Disk Description	Mechanical Hard Disk
Hard Disk Form Factor	3.5 inches
Hard Disk Interface	Serial ATA
Hard Disk Rotational Speed	7200 rpm
Hard-Drive Size	8 TB
Hardware Connectivity	SATA 6.0 Gb/s
Installation Type	Internal Hard Drive
Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness	5.79"L x 4"W x 1.03"Th
Item Type Name	Hard Drive
Item Weight	1.8 pounds
Manufacturer	Western Digital Technologies, Inc.
Mfr Part Number	WD8001PURP
Model Name	WD Purple Pro Surveillance Hard Drive
Model Number	WD8001PURP-SPB6RY0
Number of Items	1
Read Speed	245 megabytes_per_second
Special Feature	Data Recovery Service
Specific Uses For Product	Business, Personal
UPC	718037862682 718037889382
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	Five year limited-warranty

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