Ubiquiti Basic Capacity 3.5 inch HDD, 1 TB - SATA III 6Gb/s, 5400 RPM, 64MB Cache, Surveillance-Class Hard Drive for UniFi Protect NVR Systems

This 3.5-inch 1 TB hard disk drive from Ubiquiti delivers dependable, always-on storage for your UniFi Protect video surveillance system. With SATA III 6 Gb/s connectivity, a 5400 RPM spindle speed, and a 64 MB cache, it provides smooth recording and playback of high-definition camera streams. Engineered for 24/7 operation, this drive offers a workload rate of up to 180 TB per year and an MTBF of 1,000,000 hours, making it a reliable foundation for continuous video retention.

Advantages

Purpose-built for surveillance, the drive uses Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) technology to maintain consistent write performance across multiple camera feeds. Its low power consumption of approximately 3.5 W at idle reduces heat and energy costs, while the 70 Gs operating shock resistance helps protect data in busy rack environments. With a maximum sustained data transfer rate of up to 150 MB/s, it easily handles the bandwidth demands of modern IP cameras.

Suitable for

• UniFi Dream Machine Pro (UDM-Pro)
• UniFi Dream Machine Special Edition (UDM-SE)
• UniFi NVR (UNVR)
• UniFi NVR Pro (UNVR-Pro)
• Any compatible surveillance NVR requiring a 3.5" SATA drive

Key specifications

• Capacity: 1 TB
• Form factor: 3.5 inch
• Interface: SATA III (6 Gb/s)
• Spindle speed: 5400 RPM
• Cache: 64 MB
• Recording technology: CMR
• Workload rate: up to 180 TB/year
• MTBF: 1,000,000 hours
• Max sustained transfer rate: up to 150 MB/s
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 65°C
• Noise level (idle): 20 dBA

Recommendations

For a balanced mix of capacity, reliability, and cost-efficiency in a UniFi Protect deployment, this 1 TB drive is an excellent choice. It is ideal for smaller installations or as a dedicated storage volume for critical cameras, ensuring your surveillance footage remains secure and accessible around the clock.