--- product_id: 650020056 title: "8TB WD Purple Pro Surveillance Internal Hard Drive HDD - SATA 6 Gb/s, 256 MB Cache, 3.5\" - WD8002PURP" brand: "western digital" price: "R16415" currency: ZAR in_stock: true category: "Western Digital" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/650020056-8tb-wd-purple-pro-surveillance-internal-hard-drive-hdd-sata store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # SATA 6 Gb/s blazing speed 8TB massive storage 2.5M hours MTBF ultra-reliable 8TB WD Purple Pro Surveillance Internal Hard Drive HDD - SATA 6 Gb/s, 256 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD8002PURP **Brand:** western digital **Price:** R16415 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🛡️ Power your surveillance with pro-grade storage that never blinks. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 8TB WD Purple Pro Surveillance Internal Hard Drive HDD - SATA 6 Gb/s, 256 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD8002PURP by western digital - **How much does it cost?** R16415 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/650020056-8tb-wd-purple-pro-surveillance-internal-hard-drive-hdd-sata) ## Best For - western digital enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted western digital brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Massive 8TB Capacity:** Store years of surveillance footage without compromise. - • **5-Year Limited Warranty:** Confidence backed by industry-leading support for long-term peace of mind. - • **Optimized for Surveillance:** AllFrame tech and AI video analytics ensure flawless video capture and playback. - • **Enterprise-Class Reliability:** 2.5 million hours MTBF means your data stays safe 24/7. - • **Blazing Fast SATA 6 Gb/s Interface:** Seamless data transfer at 267 MB/s keeps your analytics real-time. ## Overview The Western Digital 8TB WD Purple Pro is a 3.5-inch internal hard drive designed specifically for demanding video surveillance environments. Featuring SATA 6 Gb/s connectivity, 256 MB cache, and a 7200 RPM spindle speed, it delivers fast, reliable performance. With enterprise-class durability rated at 2.5 million hours MTBF and a 550TB/year workload rating, it supports continuous 24/7 recording. Enhanced with AI video analytics and AllFrame technology, it ensures smooth, high-quality video capture. Backed by a 5-year limited warranty, this drive is built to keep your surveillance data secure and accessible. ## Description WD Purple Pro delivers ultimate reliability and performance for the most demanding video recording and analytics environments. ## Features - Up to 24TB (1) capacity | (1) 1TB = one trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less, depending on operating environment. - Enterprise-class reliability and performance - 5-year limited warranty (5) |See Official Western Digital website for warranty details - 550TB per year workload rating (3) | Workload Rate is defined as the amount of user data transferred to/from the hard drive. - Up to 2.5 million hours Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0D1V1J2H6 | | Additional Features | AI Video Analytics, AllFrame Technology, Entreprise-class, Smart Vdeo Recording, Video surveillance | | Best Sellers Rank | #2 in Internal Hard Drives #69 in Computer Internal Components | | Brand | Western Digital | | Built-In Media | Internal Hard Drive | | Cache Memory Installed Size | 8 | | Color | Purple | | Compatible Devices | Video Recorder | | Connectivity Technology | SATA | | Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging | | Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 500 Reviews | | Data Transfer Rate | 267 megabytes_per_second | | Digital Storage Capacity | 8000 GB | | EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 5 years | | Enclosure Material | Aluminum | | Form Factor | 3.5-inch | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00718037896748 | | Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk | | Hard Disk Form Factor | 3.5 inches | | Hard Disk Interface | Serial ATA-600 | | Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 7200 rpm | | Hard-Drive Size | 8 TB | | Hardware Connectivity | SATA 6.0 Gb/s | | Hardware Platform | WD | | Installation Type | Internal Hard Drive | | Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 5.8"L x 4.2"W x 1.1"Th | | Item Weight | 0.8 kg | | Manufacturer | Western Digital Technologies, Inc. | | Media Speed | 267 megabytes per second | | Mfr Part Number | WD8002PURP-SPC9JY0 | | Model Name | WD Purple Pro | | Model Number | WD8002PURP-SPC9JY0 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Read Speed | 445 bytes_per_second | | Special Feature | AI Video Analytics, AllFrame Technology, Entreprise-class, Smart Vdeo Recording, Video surveillance | | Specific Uses For Product | Business, Personal, Surveillance | | UPC | 718037896748 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | 5 year limited warranty | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Western Digital - **Color:** Purple - **Compatible Devices:** Video Recorder - **Connectivity Technology:** SATA - **Digital Storage Capacity:** 8000 GB - **Hard Disk Description:** Mechanical Hard Disk - **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 3.5 inches - **Hard Disk Interface:** Serial ATA-600 - **Installation Type:** Internal Hard Drive - **Special Feature:** AI Video Analytics, AllFrame Technology, Entreprise-class, Smart Vdeo Recording, Video surveillance ## Images ![8TB WD Purple Pro Surveillance Internal Hard Drive HDD - SATA 6 Gb/s, 256 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD8002PURP - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61iSDo-1aZL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Frequently Bought Together - Western Digital 8TB WD Purple Pro Surveillance Internal Hard Drive HDD - SATA 6 Gb/s, 256 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD8002PURP - CyberPower CP1500PFCRM2U PFC Sinewave UPS System, 1500VA/1000W, 8 Outlets, AVR, Short Depth 2U Rackmount - CyberPower CPS1215RM Basic PDU, 100-125V/15A, 10 Outlets, 15ft Power Cord, 1U Rackmount --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/650020056-8tb-wd-purple-pro-surveillance-internal-hard-drive-hdd-sata](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/650020056-8tb-wd-purple-pro-surveillance-internal-hard-drive-hdd-sata) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-10-08*