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Western Digital launches Purple SC QD101 card for security cameras in Europe

This solution has been designed to meet the storage demand caused by the development and evolution of Artificial Intelligence and 4K video.

WD Purple SC QD101 microSD

As the use of Artificial Intelligence and 4K video increases, cameras need more storage capacity. Today's security cameras in smart cities and business environments often record video continuously in 1080p, but those that support 4K are expected to represent more of the 24 percent of all networked computers for the 2023.

WD Purple SC QD101 microSDThis means more bits of data generated, Until 5,7 for 4K video versus 1080p, and will mean an increase in the demand for secure storage in security cameras.

To meet this demand, Western Digital has launched its WD Purple SC QD101 microSD card to the European market, designed for OEMs (OEM) of security systems, integrators and installers for low-bitrate recordings or backup storage 24×7, in case a camera connected to an NVR loses connection due to weather.

"Users want high-strength storage, capacity and a sturdy material in your cameras so that they can be used in various uses of public safety and artificial intelligence analysis. Our solution offers storage technology optimized to cover new imaging workloads at the edge.", comments Stefaan Vervaet, Senior Manager, Smart Video Devices Division, Western Digital.

The WD Purple product family is the complement to Western Digital's WD Purple HDDs that have been designed and optimized for security NVR video.

Features:

Western Digital Video Surveillance Storage

  • Designed with ultra-resistance level for continuous operation.
  • Optimized for video surveillance cameras 24/7.
  • Capabilities of 32 GB to 512 GB for all types of uses.
  • Resistant to all types of weather, humidity and temperatures of -25 To 85 ℃.
  • Local storage backup in case of failure and continuous recording, even in case of a temporary disconnection of the camera.
  • Supports card status monitoring for preventive maintenance (on cameras that support this functionality).
  • Advanced 3D NAND technology from 96 Layers.

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By • 1 Oct, 2020
• Section: Computer security, Video surveillance