For a NAS which records security cam feeds, should I get the Red or the Purple drive? Thank you for your help.
Both are great units.
Since you are going to be using it on a Surveillance system, the WD Purple will be the best choice since it was designed for that purpose.
Link to unit:
http://support.wdc.com/product/install.asp?groupid=622&lang=en
Thank you so much :o)