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
- $50,138.10SKU: VXS2-E168-N12S
Pelco VXS2-E168-N12S VideoXpert RAID Storage Server, 168 TB
- 168TB of Raw Storage
- Intel Xeon Silver Scalable Processor
- Operating System: Windows Server 2019
- SSD & 24/7 Duty Cycle SAS Drives
- Redundant Power
$50,138.10Low Price Guarantee - $50,110.00SKU: VXS2-E216-12S
Pelco VXS2-E216-12S VXS Raid Storage SVR SAS, 216TB
- Up to 216TB of Raw Storage
- Intel Xeon Silver Scalable Processor
- Operating System: Windows Server 2016
- Remote Management
- Disaster Recovery
$50,110.00Low Price Guarantee - $1,904.52SKU: 02021-021
Axis 02021-021 Surveillance Micro SDXC Card 256GB 10PCS
- Optimized for surveillance cameras
- Health monitoring ready
- SD card adapter included
$1,904.52Low Price Guarantee - $12,214.60SKU: SA3400
Synology SA3400 12-Bay SAS NAS Enclosure
- A highly scalable rackmount NAS to aptly accommodate large businesses' needs for scalability, suitable for video post-production and massive surveillance deployment
- TCO-optimized storage companion, offering various and flexible support for both SAS and SATA drives
- Scale up to 180/96 drives when connected with 7 RX2417sas/RX1217sas1
- Built-in dual 10GbE and quad 1GbE ports with failover and Link Aggregation support
- Elastic expandability with dual PCIe 3.0 x8 slots for installing additional 10/25GbE network interface cards
$12,214.60Low Price Guarantee - $2,880.40SKU: VN1A-1008-32TB
InVid VN1A-1008-32TB Disk Enclosure, 32TB
- High density
- Power protection
- Disk powered on sequentially during system startup, protection from impulse current
- Multistage fan speed and energy saving
- Fans with multistage speed are configured in the hot swappable frame in redundancy mode
$2,880.40Low Price Guarantee - $2,664.96$2,664.96Low Price Guarantee
- $345.19SKU: WD-HUH728080AL5200
Western Digital WD-HUH728080AL5200 HGST 8TB 7.2K Ultrastar SAS 12G LFF Hard Drive
- 24x7 continuous operation
- 7Stac
- Advanced Format technology
- HelioSeal 2
- Instant Secure Erase (ISE)
$345.19Low Price Guarantee - $209.95SKU: IHDDS-4TB
InVid IHDDS-4TB High Performance Skyhawk 4TB Hard Drive
- High Performance Skyhawk 4TB Hard Drive
$209.95Low Price Guarantee - $113.00SKU: MSD-256G
IQsight by Bosch MSD-256G IP Security MicroSD Card 256GB
- Industrial microSD card with compact design
- Extreme endurance
- Health Status Monitoring allowing proactive maintenance
- Compatible with Bosch cameras with microSD card slots for local recording
$113.00Low 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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