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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Western Digital 18TB PURPLE PRO 512MB 3.5IN SATA 6GBS

Product ID: 401568345

Details

Brand
Western
Colour
Purple
Compatible devices
Server Storage
Connectivity technology
SATA
Digital storage capacity
18 TB
Hard disk description
Mechanical

⚡7200 RPM high-speed rotation

💾18TB massive storage

🔗SATA 6 Gb/s ultra-fast interface

Description

💜 Power your AI-driven surveillance with the ultimate 18TB Purple Pro workhorse!

ALL FRAME AI TECHNOLOGY - Minimizes frame loss and supports up to 32 AI streams for next-level video analytics.
SEAMLESS COMPATIBILITY - Plug-and-play with major surveillance systems like Blue Iris and enterprise servers.
ENTERPRISE GRADE RELIABILITY - Built to endure constant write cycles and operational vibrations in multi-drive setups.
DATA RECOVERY SERVICE INCLUDED - Peace of mind with professional recovery support to safeguard your critical footage.
UNMATCHED CAPACITY FOR AI SURVEILLANCE - Store up to 18TB of high-res video and AI data without compromise.

The Western Digital 18TB Purple Pro is a 3.5-inch SATA 6 Gb/s hard drive designed for high-end AI-enabled video surveillance and deep learning applications. Featuring 7200 RPM speed, 512MB cache, and AllFrame AI technology, it delivers enterprise-class reliability, supports up to 32 AI streams, and ensures smooth multi-camera recording. Ideal for professional-grade security systems and cloud solutions, it includes data recovery service for added protection.

Specifications

ASIN	B0966TBDRZ
Additional Features	Data Recovery Service
Best Sellers Rank	#49,375 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #148 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	512
Color	Purple
Compatible Devices	Server, Storage System, Video Surveillance System
Connectivity Technology	SATA
Customer Package Type	Deposit Crate
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (145)
Data Transfer Rate	272 Megabits Per Second
Digital Storage Capacity	18 TB
EU Spare Part Availability Duration	2 Years
Enclosure Material	Information Not Available
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Global Trade Identification Number	00718037889481
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	18 TB
Hardware Connectivity	SATA 6.0 Gb/s
Hardware Platform	Desktop
Installation Type	Internal Hard Drive
Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness	14.7L x 10.2W x 2.6Th centimeters
Item Type Name	Hard Drive
Item Weight	794 g
Manufacturer	AutoStyle
Media Speed	up to 150 MB/s
Mfr Part Number	WD181PURP
Model Name	WD Purple Pro Surveillance Hard Drive
Model Number	WD181PURP-SPB6HY0
Number of Items	1
Specific Uses For Product	Business, Personal
UPC	718037889481
Unit Count	1 Count

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