Western Digital WD Purple 1TB Surveillance HDD User Manual

1. Pengenalan

Welcome to the comprehensive user manual for your Western Digital WD Purple 1TB Surveillance Hard Disk Drive. This document provides essential information for the proper installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your new surveillance-grade storage solution. The WD Purple series is specifically engineered for 24/7 surveillance systems, offering reliability and performance tailored for high-definition video streams.

Rajah 1: Depan view of the WD Purple 1TB Surveillance HDD, showing the distinctive purple label and branding.

2. Maklumat Keselamatan

Please read the following safety guidelines carefully before handling or installing your hard drive to prevent damage to the product or injury to yourself.

• Pencegahan Nyahcas Elektrostatik (ESD): Always handle the hard drive by its edges. Wear an anti-static wrist strap or frequently touch a grounded metal object (like the computer chassis) before touching the drive to discharge static electricity.
• Pemutusan Kuasa: Ensure your computer or surveillance system is completely powered off and unplugged from the power source before installing or removing the hard drive.
• Pengudaraan yang Betul: Ensure adequate airflow around the hard drive within your system to prevent overheating, which can lead to performance degradation or drive failure.
• Pengendalian Fizikal: Avoid dropping or subjecting the hard drive to sudden impacts, as this can cause irreparable damage to internal components.

3. Ciri-ciri Produk

The WD Purple Surveillance Hard Disk Drive is designed with specific features to meet the demands of modern surveillance systems:

• Engineered specifically for surveillance security systems.
• Supports up to 180 TB/yr. workload rate, ideal for continuous recording environments.
• Tuned for write-intensive, low bit-rate, high stream-count applications typical to most surveillance applications.
• Prioritized write-operations for maximized surveillance performance.

4. Spesifikasi

Below are the key technical specifications for the WD Purple 1TB Surveillance Hard Disk Drive (Model WD10PURZ):

Rajah 2: Belakang view of the WD Purple 1TB Surveillance HDD, showing the product label with model number, capacity, and certifications.

5. Panduan Pemasangan

Follow these steps to properly install your WD Purple Hard Disk Drive into a compatible system (e.g., desktop PC, Network Video Recorder - NVR):

1. Penyediaan: Power off your computer or surveillance system and unplug it from the power outlet. Open the system's casing to access the internal drive bays.
2. Memasang Pemacu: Locate an available 3.5-inch drive bay. Slide the WD Purple HDD into the bay and secure it using screws or the system's tool-less mounting mechanism. Ensure the drive is firmly seated.
3. Sambungkan Kabel Data: Connect one end of a SATA data cable to the SATA port on the hard drive and the other end to an available SATA port on your system's motherboard or NVR board.
4. Sambungkan Kabel Kuasa: Connect a SATA power cable from your system's power supply unit (PSU) to the power connector on the hard drive.
5. Tutup Casing: Carefully close the system's casing and secure it. Reconnect the power cable and any other peripherals.
6. System Power On & Initialization: Power on your system. Once the operating system or NVR software loads, you may need to initialize and format the new hard drive before it can be used for storage. Refer to your system's documentation for specific instructions on disk management.

For more detailed installation guides or technical support, visit our official support page: Western Digital Support

6. Operasi

The Western Digital WD Purple HDD is optimized for continuous, 24/7 operation in surveillance environments. Its firmware is designed to handle the unique demands of video recording, including:

• AllFrame 4K™ Technology: This technology works with ATA streaming to reduce frame loss, improve overall video playback, and increase the number of supported camera bays within a surveillance system.
• Kadar Beban Kerja Tinggi: Built to support high-definition, always-on security systems that operate continuously.
• Optimized for Write-Intensive Workloads: Prioritizes write operations to ensure smooth and uninterrupted video recording from multiple camera streams.

Once installed and formatted, the drive will function as the primary storage for your surveillance footage, managed by your NVR or DVR software.

7. Penyelenggaraan

To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your WD Purple Hard Disk Drive, consider the following maintenance tips:

• Maintain Proper Cooling: Ensure your system's fans are clean and functioning correctly to provide adequate airflow over the hard drive. Overheating can significantly reduce drive lifespan.
• Bekalan Kuasa Stabil: Use a reliable power supply unit (PSU) and consider a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) to protect against power fluctuations and outages, yang boleh merosakkan pemacu.
• Pemeriksaan Sistem Biasa: Periodically check your surveillance system's health monitoring tools for any warnings or errors related to the hard drive.
• Kemas kini Firmware: Semak sokongan Western Digital website for any available firmware updates for your drive model. Firmware updates can improve performance and stability.

8. Penyelesaian masalah

If you encounter issues with your WD Purple Hard Disk Drive, refer to the following common troubleshooting steps:

• Pemanduan Tidak Dikesan:
  • Verify that both the SATA data cable and power cable are securely connected to the drive and the motherboard/PSU.
  • Semak tetapan BIOS/UEFI sistem anda untuk memastikan port SATA didayakan dan pemacu dikenali.
  • Try connecting the drive to a different SATA port or using different cables.
• Performance Issues / Frame Dropping:
  • Ensure your system has sufficient RAM and CPU resources for the number of camera streams.
  • Check the drive's health using diagnostic tools provided by Western Digital or your system's software.
  • Verify that the drive is not overheating.
• Bunyi Luar Biasa:
  • Clicking, grinding, or repetitive beeping noises can indicate a failing drive. Immediately back up any critical data if possible and consider replacing the drive.
• Drive Not Formatting / Errors:
  • Ensure you are using the correct disk management tools for your operating system or NVR.
  • Run a disk check utility to identify and potentially repair bad sectors.

If these steps do not resolve your issue, please contact Western Digital support for further assistance.

9. Maklumat Waranti

This Western Digital WD Purple 1TB Surveillance Hard Disk Drive is a Certified Refurbished product. Please note the following regarding its warranty:

"This Certified Refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, a minimum 90-day warranty, and may arrive in a generic box. Only select sellers who maintain a high performance bar may offer Certified Refurbished products on Amazon.com"

For specific warranty claims or details, please refer to the documentation provided with your purchase or contact the seller directly.

10. Sokongan

For additional support, drivers, software downloads, or frequently asked questions, please visit the official Western Digital support website. You can find comprehensive resources and contact options there.

Western Digital Official Support: www.westerndigital.com/support

When contacting support, please have your product model (WD10PURZ) and any relevant serial numbers or purchase information ready.