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HDD Pre-Installed Kits

A ready-to-record kit ships with a surveillance-grade hard drive already installed and configured in the NVR — unbox it, mount the cameras, run the cable, and the system records straight away. There's no drive to buy, fit or format separately, which makes this the simplest path to a working system. The included drive is sized to give a sensible retention window for the kit's camera count and resolution.

Security Cameras Australia stocks the ready-to-record kit range. Every kit is genuine Australian stock with full manufacturer warranty, and footage records locally to the NVR — you own it, with no monthly subscription.

If you'd rather choose your own capacity, see the BYO HDD kits, or browse all kits in Security Camera Systems.

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Why a ready-to-record kit

  • Nothing to buy or fit separately. The surveillance-grade drive is already installed and configured in the NVR.
  • Recording out of the box. Mount the cameras, run the cable, and the system records straight away — no formatting step.
  • Records locally, no subscription. Footage stays on the NVR on your premises — you own it, with no monthly fee.

How much retention you get

The included drive is sized to give a sensible retention window for the kit's camera count and resolution — commonly around 30 days for typical residential setups with H.265+ compression. Higher resolution and more cameras use the space faster. If you need a specific retention period, tell us the configuration and we'll confirm the drive is sized for it — or point you to a BYO HDD kit so you can choose the capacity yourself.

Upgrading later

The drive can be replaced with a larger surveillance-grade drive, and many NVRs take a second drive for more capacity or redundancy. Surveillance-grade only (Seagate SkyHawk, WD Purple) — desktop drives don't survive the 24/7 write cycle. See CCTV hard drives.

Why buy from Security Cameras Australia

  • Authorised Australian dealer · genuine stock with full manufacturer warranty, not grey import.
  • Expert support · pre- and post-sale advice from people who configure these systems for a living, plus installer referrals.
  • Price-match · free shipping · 30-day returns.

Browse the kit range another way

By storage and power: BYO drive, backup power. By feature: AcuSense, ColorVu, active deterrence, Pro Series. By camera type: turret, bullet, dome, PTZ, panoramic. By camera count: 4, 6, 8, 16. See all in Security Camera Systems.

Frequently Asked Questions about HDD Pre-Installed Kits

What does "HDD pre-installed" mean?

The surveillance-grade hard drive is already fitted and configured inside the NVR when the kit ships. You don't buy, fit or format a drive separately — unbox the kit, mount the cameras, run the cable, and the system records straight away. It's the simplest path to a working system.

How much footage will the included drive hold?

It depends on camera count, resolution and frame rate, but the included drive is sized to give a sensible retention window for the kit's configuration — commonly around 30 days for typical residential setups using H.265+ compression. If you need a specific retention period, tell us the camera count and resolution and we'll confirm the kit's drive is sized for it.

Can I upgrade or add a larger drive later?

Yes. The NVR's drive can be replaced with a larger surveillance-grade drive, and many NVRs take a second drive for more capacity or redundancy. Use surveillance-grade drives only (Seagate SkyHawk or WD Purple) — desktop drives aren't built for the 24/7 write cycle. See the CCTV hard drives range.

When should I choose BYO HDD instead?

Choose BYO if you want to pick the exact capacity for a specific retention target, or already have a suitable surveillance-grade drive. Pre-installed is the simpler, one-purchase option; BYO gives you control over storage. See the BYO HDD kits.

Can I install a ready-to-record kit myself?

This is the easiest kit to get going — the drive's already in and configured, so there's nothing to format. Each camera runs on a single Cat6 cable from the NVR (PoE), and the cable run is the real work. Single-storey homes with accessible paths are a sensible DIY job; two-storey and commercial sites are usually better done professionally. We can refer a licensed installer.
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