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av products
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Discussions on WindowsForum.com about AV products focus on hard drives optimized for audio and video streaming, such as Western Digital's AV-GP series. These drives feature technologies like Silkstream for smooth streaming, PWL (Perfectly Aligned Write) for reduced vibration, and IntelliPark for power efficiency. Users share experiences with models like the WD30EURS, noting their suitability for video archiving and media server use. Topics include comparing AV drives to standard desktop drives, reliability for 24/7 operation, and performance in DVR or surveillance systems. The tag covers hardware recommendations, technical specifications, and real-world usage tips for AV storage solutions.
The prices have come down to the point that I'm thinking of buying another 3TB hard drive for video archiving. I was thinking of the regular 5400 RPM green label drive, which is what I already have several of, but looking at the description of the WD30EURS, something caught my eye...Silkstream...
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