ACTi CONFIG-PHDD-001 NVR Hard Drive Configuration Service
Overview
The CONFIG-PHDD-001 is a factory configuration service from ACTi that provisions and tests physical hard drives (PHDDs) for installation into ACTi Network Video Recorders. Rather than managing drive arrays, RAID configuration, and storage protocols on-site, this service pre-stages drives at the factory — meaning your NVR arrives ready to record without IT staff handling low-level storage setup. This eliminates configuration errors, reduces deployment risk, and compresses time-to-recording when drives are procured separately from the NVR chassis.
Compatibility
This service applies to ACTi NVR systems with physical hard drive slots in the ACTi NVR catalog. Confirm your specific NVR model supports PHDD installation by referencing the unit's technical documentation. This service is not applicable to appliances using only internal solid-state storage or network-attached storage (NAS) backends without physical drive bays. Contact ACTi or your integration partner with your NVR model number to verify eligibility before purchase.
Deployment Context
Use CONFIG-PHDD-001 when (a) you are sourcing drives separately from the NVR, (b) on-site IT resources are constrained during commissioning, or (c) your NVR deployment timeline requires factory-provisioned storage to meet site handover dates. This is particularly relevant for multi-camera installations where drive configuration errors can delay recording across dozens of cameras. The service is a labor-saving bridge between procurement and live deployment — not a required component, but a risk mitigation choice for teams prioritizing rapid, error-free installation.
