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
- $3,934.76SKU: DIP-AIO-18HDD-T
IQsight by Bosch DIP-AIO-18HDD-T HDD 18TB for Divar IP All-In-One
- 18 TB HDD storage expansion
$3,934.76Low Price Guarantee - $3,913.55SKU: NVR-1820U
Sony NVR-1820U Promise iSCSI 2U Storage Rack Unit for NSR-1000 Series
- Preinstalled with Redundant Power Supply
- Supports up to 8 Drives
- RAID 6 Storage Capability
- No HDD included
$3,913.55Low Price Guarantee - $3,902.49SKU: VN1A-1008-80TB
InVid VN1A-1008-80TB Disk Enclosure, 80TB
- 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
$3,902.49Low Price Guarantee - $3,823.92SKU: 94-FO720-128
Geovision UVS-FO-U7B20-128 20-Bay 128 Channel Failover Server System Intel Core i7 Processor
- Supported by a powerful data storage capacity and designed for large-scale video surveillance deployments
- Comes with a selection of 4U (20-bay) or 3U ( 8-bay) and hot-swappable SATA mobile racks
- Store more than 60 terabytes of recorded data
- Records up to 128 IP streams from hosts GV-Systems
$3,823.92Low Price Guarantee - $3,796.20SKU: ADVC-WSPERF
American Dynamics ADVC-WSPERF Victor Client Workstation, WIN10, 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
$3,796.20Low Price Guarantee - $3,783.40$3,783.40Low Price Guarantee
- $3,643.11SKU: VN1A-1016-64TB
InVid VN1A-1016-64TB Disk Enclosure, 64TB
- High density
- Power protection
- Disk powered on sequentially during system startup, protection from impulse current
- Multistage fan speed and energy saving
- Redundant power supplies
$3,643.11Low Price Guarantee - $3,590.00SKU: USS-WKS-QM2-HPS
Flir USS-WKS-QM2-HPS High Performance Client Workstation with Quad Monitor, 1TB Drive
- Optimal performance and reliability
- Ability to connect to multiple monitors
- Reduced unit count and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
- Reduced installation time with more consistency
- Ease of use for technicians and easier problem solving
$3,590.00Low Price Guarantee - $3,590.00SKU: USS-WKS-QM2
Flir USS-WKS-QM2 Client Workstation with Quad Monitor Support, 1TB Drive
- Optimal performance and reliability
- Ability to connect to multiple monitors
- Reduced unit count and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
- Reduced installation time with more consistency
- Ease of use for technicians and easier problem solving
$3,590.00Low 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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