WD Purple SC QD101 256GB microSDXC Memory Card for Surveillance

The WD Purple SC QD101 256GB microSDXC card is engineered specifically for security cameras and edge devices, delivering ultra endurance on a 24/7 continuous recording workload. Built on advanced 96-layer 3D NAND technology with a Class 10 / UHS-I U1 rating and up to 128 TBW endurance, it provides reliable high-capacity storage for always-on surveillance systems.

Ideal for homeowners, businesses, and installers deploying IP cameras, NVR systems, and security edge devices, this card handles both motion-triggered and continuous video recording across a wide range of resolutions including 4K. Its card health monitor functionality enables proactive storage management in compatible cameras, making it the smart choice for security integrators and facilities managers who demand dependable, long-life storage.

Western Digital backs the WD Purple QD101 with a 3-year limited warranty (or until the maximum endurance limit is reached, whichever comes first). The card is humidity resistant and rated for operation from -25 degrees C to 85 degrees C, ensuring reliable performance indoors or outdoors in extreme weather conditions. Western Digital is a market-leading storage brand with rigorous pre-launch testing standards and a comprehensive customer support knowledge base.

Key Features of the WD Purple QD101 256GB microSDXC

• Ultra Endurance: Up to 128 TBW endurance rating designed for the demanding 24/7 continuous recording workload of security cameras.
• 96-Layer 3D NAND Technology: Advanced NAND architecture delivers a cost-effective combination of high performance, longevity, and wide capacity range.
• Card Health Monitor: In compatible cameras, built-in card health monitoring provides pre-emptive alerts so you can perform proactive storage maintenance before failure occurs.
• Weather and Humidity Resistant: Operates reliably from -25 degrees C to 85 degrees C, suitable for both indoor and outdoor security installations in varied climates.
• Failover Local Storage: Continues recording locally even when the camera temporarily loses connection to the NVR, ensuring no footage gaps.
• Wide Capacity Range: Supports both motion-triggered and continuous recording across different camera counts, resolutions, and recording configurations.
• SDA 6.0 Interface: Compatible with standard microSD-equipped security cameras and edge devices via the SD Association 6.0 interface specification.

Technical Specifications

• Capacity: 256 GB
• Form Factor: microSDXC
• Interface: SDA 6.0 (UHS-I)
• Speed Class: Class 10 / UHS Speed Class 1 (U1)
• Endurance (TBW): Up to 128 TBW
• NAND Technology: 96-layer 3D NAND
• Operating Temperature: -25 degrees C to 85 degrees C
• Storage Temperature: -40 degrees C to 85 degrees C
• Humidity Resistant: Yes
• Warranty: 3-Year Limited (or max endurance limit, whichever comes first)
• Country of Origin: China
• Part Number: WDD256G1P0C-85AEL0