Can it be installed vertical instead of horizontal inside my lorex nvr?

I don't see any reason why not. Mine is installed in a Lorex NVR, but as I recall, it mounts horizontally.

Will this work in a Desktop Computer ?

I had a bunch of issues with this in my desktop... I ended up sending it back and getting two of these Seagate FireCuda HDD 8TB Internal Hard Drive HDD - 3.5 Inch CMR SATA 6Gb/s 7200RPM 256MB Cache 300TB/year with Rescue Services (ST8000DX001)

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Western Digital 22TB WD Purple Pro Surveillance Internal Hard Drive HDD - SATA 6 Gb/s, 512 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD221PURP

Western Digital 22TB WD Purple Pro Surveillance Internal Hard Drive HDD - SATA 6 Gb/s, 512 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD221PURP

Product ID: 703064693

Details

Brand
Western
Colour
Purple
Compatible Devices
Server Storage
Connectivity Technology
SATA
Digital Storage Capacity
22000 GB
Hard Disk Description
Mechanical

⚡SATA 6 Gb/s ultra-fast interface

💾22TB massive capacity

🧠AI-optimized AllFrame tech

Description

🎥 Secure every frame with the ultimate AI-powered surveillance powerhouse!

HEAVY WORKLOAD READY - Handles up to 550TB/year workload—perfect for multi-camera smart systems.
MASSIVE 22 TB STORAGE - Store and analyze endless HD surveillance footage without compromise.
HIGH PERFORMANCE SPEED - 7200 RPM with SATA 6 Gb/s ensures rapid data access and smooth streaming.
ENTERPRISE GRADE DURABILITY - Built for a 2.5 million hour MTBF to keep your surveillance always-on.
AI ENHANCED VIDEO RELIABILITY - AllFrame AI tech reduces frame loss for flawless 24/7 video playback.

The Western Digital 22TB WD Purple Pro is a 3.5-inch internal hard drive engineered for advanced surveillance systems. Featuring OptiNAND technology and AllFrame AI, it supports up to 64 HD cameras with optimized video streaming and reduced frame loss. With a SATA 6 Gb/s interface, 512MB cache, and 7200 RPM speed, it delivers enterprise-class performance and reliability, boasting a 2.5 million hour MTBF and a 550TB/year workload rating for continuous 24/7 operation in demanding AI-enabled video analytics environments.

Specifications

ASIN	B0B5VYRJ6Q
Best Sellers Rank	#77,321 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #184 in Internal Hard Drives
Box Contents	Internal Hard Drive
Brand Name	Western Digital
Cache Memory Installed Size	22
Color	Purple
Compatible Devices	Server, Storage System, Video Surveillance System
Customer Reviews	4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (80)
Digital Storage Capacity	22000 GB
Enclosure Material	Information Not Available
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Global Trade Identification Number	00718037893532
Hard Disk Average Latency	4.17 Milliseconds
Hard Disk Form Factor	3.5 Inches
Hard Disk Interface	Serial ATA-600
Hard Disk Rotational Speed	7200 RPM
Hard Disk Type	Mechanical Hard Disk
Hard-Drive Size	22 TB
Hardware Connectivity	ATA
Installation Type	Internal Hard Drive
Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness	14.7L x 10.2W x 2.6Th Centimeters
Item Type Name	Hard Drive
Item Weight	671 g
Manufacturer	Western Digital Technologies, Inc.
Manufacturer Part Number	WD221PURP
Model Name	WD Purple Pro
Model Number	WD221PURP-SPB9SY0
Network Connectivity Technology	SATA
Number of Items	1
Product Features	Dust Resistant
Read Speed	445 Bytes Per Second
Specific Uses For Product	Surveillance
UPC	718037893532
Unit Count	1.0 Count

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