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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12TB WD Purple Pro Surveillance Internal Hard Drive HDD - SATA 6 Gb/s, 256 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD121PURP

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Brand
Western
Color
Purple
Compatible Devices
Server Storage
Connectivity Technology
SATA
Digital Storage Capacity
12 TB
Hard Disk Description
Mechanical

⚡SATA 6 Gb/s ultra-fast interface

💾12TB massive storage

🧠Supports 32 AI streams

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Description

🎥 Elevate your surveillance game with storage that thinks ahead!

WORKLOAD CHAMPION - Supports up to 550 TB/year workload—perfect for demanding business environments.
MASSIVE 12 TB CAPACITY - Store years of high-res surveillance footage without compromise.
AI OPTIMIZED PERFORMANCE - Handles up to 32 AI streams to power next-gen deep learning surveillance.
BLAZING SATA 6 GB S SPEED - Seamless data transfer for real-time video analytics and playback.
ENTERPRISE GRADE RELIABILITY - Built with tarnish-resistant components and vibration tolerance for multi-bay setups.

The Western Digital 12TB WD Purple Pro is a 3.5-inch internal hard drive engineered for high-end AI-enabled surveillance and video analytics systems. Featuring SATA 6 Gb/s connectivity, 256 MB cache, and support for up to 32 AI streams, it delivers enterprise-class reliability and performance with a 550 TB/year workload rating. Designed for harsh environments and multi-bay enclosures, it ensures seamless, high-capacity storage for professional-grade video solutions.

Specifications

ASIN	B0966V6YJB
Additional Features	Data Recovery Service
Best Sellers Rank	#22 in Internal Hard Drives
Brand	Western Digital
Built-In Media	3.5" WD Purple Pro SATA 6 Gb/s Hard Drive, Mounting Screws, Quick Install Guide
Cache Memory Installed Size	256
Color	Purple
Compatible Devices	Server, Storage System, Video Surveillance System
Connectivity Technology	SATA
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (768)
Data Transfer Rate	245 megabits_per_second
Digital Storage Capacity	12 TB
Enclosure Material	Information Not Available
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Global Trade Identification Number	00718037889344
Hard Disk Description	Mechanical Hard Disk
Hard Disk Form Factor	3.5 inches
Hard Disk Interface	Serial ATA
Hard Disk Rotational Speed	7200 rpm
Hard-Drive Size	12 TB
Hardware Connectivity	SATA 6.0 Gb/s
Installation Type	Internal Hard Drive
Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness	5.79"L x 4"W x 1.03"Th
Item Type Name	Hard Drive
Item Weight	0.66 kg
Manufacturer	Western Digital Technologies, Inc.
Mfr Part Number	WD121PURP
Model Name	WD Purple Pro Surveillance Hard Drive
Model Number	WD121PURP-SPB5SY0
Number of Items	1
Specific Uses For Product	Business, Personal
UPC	718037889344
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	Five year limited-warranty

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