Recording Accessories
Recording accessories extend capacity, improve reliability, and simplify service for DVRs and NVRs. Select surveillance-grade hard drives for 24/7 workloads, SD cards for edge recording, expansion bays and hot-swap cases for scalable storage and fast replacement, hard drive readers for off-line evidence export, and expansion cards when additional interfaces are required. Verify interface and form factor (SATA/SAS, 3.5"/2.5"), bay count and RAID options, workload/MTBF ratings, and environmental specifications to match retention and uptime targets. For a balanced system, pair accessories with the right NVRs, capture cards, and recording software.
Featured Recording Accessories Manufacturers
- $42,174.88SKU: VXS2-T0
Pelco VXS2-T0 VXS Raid Storage SVR, No HDD
- Up to 144TB of Raw Storage
- Intel Xeon Silver Scalable Processor
- Operating System: Windows Server 2016
- Remote Management
- Disaster Recovery
$42,174.88Low Price Guarantee - $41,439.90SKU: E1-VXS-72
Pelco E1-VXS-72 VideoXpert Storage 72TB Capacity
- Recording throughput up to 450 Mbps (300 Streams) meets demanding performance requirements for write-intensive applications
- Hardware designed to eliminate single points of failure, including RAID 6 Storage for optimum reliability
- Includes support for 3rd party cameras without a translation interface
- ONVIF compliant: Supports ONVIF S compliant cameras and devices
- Multicast recording support allows for recording of multicast data streams for restricted bandwidth scenarios
$41,439.90Low Price Guarantee - $40,447.98SKU: USS-ENT-288R6-256
Flir USS-ENT-288R6-256 2U Enterprise Server with 288TB RAID-6 (256TB Usable)
- Reliability and performance without the need for extra cooling
- Ability to connect to multiple networks in parallel
- Reduced unit count and Total
- Cost of Ownership (TCO)
- Reduced installation time, greater consistency
$40,447.98Low Price Guarantee - $38,999.00SKU: E1-VXS-00
Pelco E1-VXS-00 VideoXpert Storage No Drives
- Recording throughput up to 450 Mbps (300 Streams) meets demanding performance requirements for write-intensive applications
- Hardware designed to eliminate single points of failure, including RAID 6 Storage for optimum reliability
- Includes support for 3rd party cameras without a translation interface
- ONVIF compliant: Supports ONVIF S compliant cameras and devices
- Multicast recording support allows for recording of multicast data streams for restricted bandwidth scenarios
$38,999.00Low Price Guarantee - $38,914.95SKU: E1-VXS5300-48
Pelco E1-VXS5300-48 VideoXpert Storage Server, 48TB
- Hardware designed to eliminate single points of failure, including RAID 6 Storage for optimum reliability
- Includes support for third-party cameras without a translation interface
- Supports ONVIF S-compliant cameras and devices
- Multicast recording support allows for recording of multicast data streams for restricted bandwidth scenarios
- Failover and redundant recording maximizes system uptime for mission-critical applications
$38,914.95Low Price Guarantee - $38,634.94SKU: E1-VXS-48-EUK
Pelco E1-VXS-48-EUK VXS E1 RAID Storage Server, 48TB, EUK Power Cord
- Recording throughput up to 450 Mbps (300 Streams) meets demanding performance requirements for write-intensive applications
- Hardware designed to eliminate single points of failure, including RAID 6 Storage for optimum reliability
- Includes support for 3rd party cameras without a translation interface
- ONVIF compliant: Supports ONVIF S compliant cameras and devices
- Multicast recording support allows for recording of multicast data streams for restricted bandwidth scenarios
$38,634.94Low Price Guarantee - $38,006.86SKU: DSA-N2E8XG-12AT
Bosch DSA-N2E8XG-12AT Base unit 12x16TB
- Scale-up network storage solution: controller unit with 12 internal HDDs expandable via state-of-the-art SAS interface-connected expansion units
- Configurable hardware-based RAID/DDP protection (RAID-5, RAID-6 or DDP) for highest system performance
- Redundant hot-swappable power supplies and cooling fans
- Two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports for highest speed iSCSI connectivity
- Fully modular design for ease of service and protected by NetApp services, including a 3 years next business day on-site support
$38,006.86Low Price Guarantee - $37,970.95SKU: USS-ENT-272R6-240
Flir USS-ENT-272R6-240 2U Enterprise Server with 272TB RAID-6 (240TB Usable)
- Reliability and performance without the need for extra cooling
- Ability to connect to multiple networks in parallel
- Reduced unit count and Total
- Cost of Ownership (TCO)
- Reduced installation time, greater consistency
$37,970.95Low Price Guarantee - $37,970.95SKU: USS-ENT-272H5-240
Flir USS-ENT-272H5-240 2U Enterprise Server with 272TB -Hot Spare 5 (240TB Usable)
- Reliability and performance without the need for extra cooling
- Ability to connect to multiple networks in parallel
- Reduced unit count and Total
- Cost of Ownership (TCO)
- Reduced installation time, greater consistency
$37,970.95Low Price Guarantee
Recording Accessories Frequently Asked Questions
What are recording accessories for surveillance systems?
Recording accessories are components used to enhance the functionality and storage capacity of surveillance systems. These include hard drives, SD cards, and RAID storage solutions that enable the recording and retention of video footage from security cameras.
How do I choose the right hard drive for my surveillance system?
Selecting the right hard drive involves considering the storage capacity, speed, and compatibility with your surveillance system. Look for drives specifically designed for surveillance, as they offer enhanced performance and reliability for continuous recording and playback.
What is the difference between an SD card and a hard drive for surveillance?
An SD card is a compact storage device typically used for smaller video recordings, while a hard drive provides larger storage capacities suitable for extensive surveillance footage. Hard drives are ideal for systems requiring significant data retention, whereas SD cards are often used in portable or less demanding setups.
Can I use any hard drive with my surveillance system?
Not all hard drives are compatible with surveillance systems. It is essential to use drives designed for surveillance applications, as they are built to handle continuous writing and have features like enhanced workload ratings, ensuring reliability and performance.
What should I consider when buying storage solutions for my security cameras?
When purchasing storage solutions, consider factors like storage capacity, read/write speeds, reliability, and compatibility with your existing surveillance system. Additionally, evaluate the expected recording duration and the number of cameras to determine the appropriate storage size.
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