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
- $6,157.32SKU: ADVC-WSHIPERF
American Dynamics ADVC-WSHIPERF Victor Client Workstation, WIN10, High Performance Platform
- Windows 10 Operating System and victor Unified Client pre-installed for easy and fast commissioning
- Next business day onsite support with limited hardware warranty for 39 months included
- High Performance server ideal for large amounts of event and alarm activity while maintaining video display
- Targeted for single up to quad monitor deployments with displays supported up to 4K
$6,157.32Low Price Guarantee - $5,957.55SKU: PSTR-0201
ACTi PSTR-0201 2U 12-Bay eSATA RAID Storage Device
- 2U Rack Size / 12 Drive Bays
- RAID Levels: 0, 1, 10, 1E, 3, 5, 6, JBOD
- eSATA Interface to NVR
- Gigabit Ethernet Network Interface
- Hot Swappable
$5,957.55Low Price Guarantee - was $7,536.75 Special Price $5,570.81SKU: DW-BJ8NAS40TR
Digital Watchdog DW-BJ8NAS40TR 3U 16 Bay Chassis Storage for Blackjack Servers, 30TB
- Centralize your file storage and backup with excellent performance
- Expands recording capacity of any Blackjack NVR system
- Add and manage recording for your NAS station directly from the DW Spectrum IPVMS client software
- Seamless search via the DW Spectrum IPVMS client, including smart motion search, spyglass and calendar search options
- Add a NAS station to a Blackjack E-Rack server with up to 128 cameras to quickly expand local storage and backup capacity at up to 600Mbps throughput
was $7,536.75 Special Price $5,570.81Low Price Guarantee - $5,523.33SKU: USS-BSC-16R0-16
Flir USS-BSC-16R0-16 1U BSC Elite Server with 16TB None-RAID (16TB Usable)
- Greater consistency across installations
- Hot-swappable hard drives
- Easy for technicians to problem solve
- Interactive LCD diagnostics display screen
- Quad-pack LED
$5,523.33Low Price Guarantee - $5,274.54SKU: Mx-S-NAS8A-32
Mobotix Mx-S-NAS8A-32 Network Attached Storage Device with 8 Bays and 32 ONVIF-S Channels, 84TB
- Network Attached Storage device with 8 bays and 32 ONVIF-S channels
- Max. Storage capacity net (with redundancy): 84 TB
- Delivery without hard disks (not available at MOBOTIX)
- Incl. Power cable C13 with EU plug (cable with US / GB / AU plug available on request)
$5,274.54Low Price Guarantee$5,141.49SKU: WJ-HXE400-6000T6Panasonic WJ-HXE400/6000T6 H.265 Hard Disk Extension Unit, 6TB (6TBx1)
- Hard disk extension unit
$5,141.49Low Price Guarantee$4,342.38SKU: USS-EDGE-POE-16TBFlir USS-EDGE-POE-16TB Edge Server with 16TB Storage and 8-Port built-in POE
- View real-time video from different branches and remote offices
- IP video appliance functions as an independent VMS or as a remote archiver to an existing system
- An additional 8-port PoE switch allows system expansion (sold separately)
- Powerful solution at an affordable price point
- Reduced installation time with preloaded United VMS software
$4,342.38Low Price Guarantee$4,276.29SKU: WJ-HDE400/6000T6Panasonic WJ-HDE400/6000T6 Extension Unit for WJ-ND400 NVR Series, 6TB
- Extension Unit for WJ-ND400 NVR Series, 6 TB
$4,276.29Low Price Guarantee$4,100.00SKU: SHM-400ACTi SHM-400 300-Channel 1-Bay Rackmount Standalone System Health Management Server
- 1-bay Standalone System Health Management Server
- Rack Space: 1U
- Free License: 4
- Location-based management with e-Map
- Intel Core i7-6700TE, 8GB
$4,100.00Low 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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