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Panasonic CANISTER-NX3/8TB 8TB NVR Hard Drive Canister
The Panasonic CANISTER-NX3/8TB is an enterprise-grade 8TB hot-swap hard drive canister designed specifically for the WJ-NX310, WJ-NX300, and WJ-HXE400 network video recorders. This expansion storage module delivers flexible capacity scaling for medium to large-scale surveillance deployments, allowing system upgrades and maintenance without interrupting critical security operations.
Key Features
- 8TB storage capacity per canister module
- Hot-swap design for non-disruptive installation and removal
- FIPS 140-2 Level 3 secure element certification for enterprise security compliance
- Compatible with WJ-NX310, WJ-NX300, and WJ-HXE400 NVR platforms
- Supports up to 4 HDD canister slots for maximum expandability
- 3.5-inch form factor HDD canister
- RAID1 software RAID support for data redundancy
- Integrated with i-PRO NX series high-security architecture
Technical Specifications
- Storage Capacity: 8TB per canister
- Form Factor: HDD Canister (3.5-inch)
- Maximum System Capacity: Up to 72TB with compatible multi-slot configuration
- Security Certification: FIPS 140-2 Level 3
- Compatible Models: WJ-NX310, WJ-NX300, WJ-HXE400
- Data Protection: RAID1 software RAID support
System Integration & Applications
The CANISTER-NX3/8TB integrates seamlessly with Panasonic's i-PRO NX series network video recorders, which are engineered for secure, large-scale video surveillance environments. The canister's hot-swap capability ensures minimal downtime during capacity expansions or component replacement, critical for continuous security monitoring in retail, transportation, government, and enterprise facilities.
The CANISTER-NX3/8TB represents a modular approach to NVR storage expansion. Its FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certification indicates compliance with rigorous federal cryptographic security standards, making it suitable for regulated environments requiring enhanced data protection. The 8TB capacity per slot, combined with support for up to 4 canister slots, provides organizations with a scalable path to 72TB total system storage without requiring complete hardware replacement.
The RAID1 redundancy option adds a critical layer of fault tolerance for mission-critical surveillance applications where data loss could have significant operational or legal consequences.
Panasonic CANISTER-NX3/8TB 8TB NVR Hard Drive Canister
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- Access fixed-scope support for rollout planning
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