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- Your Rescue Plan documents will be delivered to you via email only to the address associated with your Amazon.com account and can be found in your account message center within the Buyer/Seller Messages.
- If your drive stops working, the Rescue data recovery plan will attempt to recover the data from the failed drive and recovered data will be returned on a media storage device or via secure cloud-based data storage.
- Covers new single-disk external hard drives of any brand when purchased within 30 days (receipt must be retained for purchases not on the same transaction).
- Free shipping for in–lab data recovery; 24/7 online case status tracking
- If your data isn’t recovered, you get your money back
- Your Rescue Plan documents will be delivered to you via email only to the address associated with your Amazon.com account and can be found in your account message center within the Buyer/Seller Messages.
- If your drive stops working, the Rescue data recovery plan will attempt to recover the data from the failed drive and recovered data will be returned on a media storage device or via secure cloud-based data storage.
- Covers new single-disk external hard drives of any brand when purchased within 30 days (receipt must be retained for purchases not on the same transaction).
- Free shipping for in–lab data recovery; 24/7 online case status tracking
- If your data isn’t recovered, you get your money back
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Digital Storage Capacity | 20000 GB |
Hard Disk Interface | USB 1.1 |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Brand | Western Digital |
Special Feature | Plug-and-play simplicity, Fast transfer rates |
Hard Disk Form Factor | 3.5 Inches |
Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk |
Compatible Devices | PC, Mac |
Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
Color | Black |
About this item
- High-capacity add-on storage.Compatibility : Windows 10 plus, Reformatting required for use with MacOS.
- Fast data transfers
- Plug-and-play ready for Windows PCs
- WD quality inside and out
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storage capacity | 20000 GB | 22000 GB | 12 TB | 8 TB | 2 TB | 2 TB |
hardware interface | usb | usb | usb | usb, usb2.0, usb3.0 | usb3.0 | usb3.0 |
compatible devices | PC, Mac | Desktop, Laptop, PC, Mac | Desktop | Laptop, Desktop | Desktop, Laptop, Gaming Console | Desktop, Laptop |
form factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | Desktop | Desktop | 3.5-inch | Portable |
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Generous Capacity
Experience seamless storage expansion with up to 24TB[1] of space. Elevate your storage capabilities with easy access to your cherished photos, music, videos, and files, seamlessly archived and readily accessible in one reliable device.
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Plug-and-play expandability
Simplify your data backup routine with a plug-and-play hard drive. Archive your important files and documents effortlessly, helping to keep your valuable data protected.
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Experience fast data transfer speeds with USB 3.2 Gen 1, enabling you to quickly transfer and access your files with ease.
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USB 3.2/USB 3.0 Compability
With this single drive, you get compatibility with the latest USB 3.2 devices and backwards-compatibility with USB 3.0 devices as well.
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Capacity [1]
| Up to 24TB | Up to 24TB | Up to 44TB | Up to 6TB |
Backup Software
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Great for
| Plug-and-play storage | Backup and restore | RAID backup | Portable storage |
Interface
| SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1/3.0 | SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen1/3.0 | SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen1/3.0 | SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1/3.0 |
Compatibility
| Windows; Mac w/Reformat | Windows; Mac w/Reformat | Windows; Mac w/Reformat | Windows; Mac w/Reformat |
Hardware Encryption
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Password Portection
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Will this drive work with my Xbox or PS4? What about my Mac or PC?
Yes, however, it’s best suited for PC or Mac. For the best gaming experience, we recommend the WD_BLACK D50, which is designed for optimal compatibility with Xbox/PS5/PS4.
I'm not computer savvy, is the set-up easy?
Setup is simple! Plug the drive into a USB Type-A 3.0 or 2.0 port using the included USB Type-A cable and open your device’s file manager, such as File Explorer or Finder.
Do you need a battery for the drive to work?
The Elements Desktop drive is powered with the included AC adapter. There is no battery or battery replacement to worry about.
What needs to be done to format this device for mac?
To easily reformat to Mac, plug in the drive, open your Mac’s Disk Utility application, and follow the steps from there. Please note, this will erase any data on the drive.
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[1] 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.
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Technical Details
Brand | Western Digital |
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Series | Elements Desktop |
Item model number | WDBWLG0200HBK-NESN |
Hardware Platform | PC, Mac w/ Reformat |
Item Weight | 1.98 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 5.31 x 1.89 x 6.53 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.31 x 1.89 x 6.53 inches |
Color | Black |
Hard Drive Interface | USB 1.1 |
Manufacturer | Western Digital Technologies, Inc. |
ASIN | B09VCXWPQG |
Country of Origin | Thailand |
Date First Available | April 5, 2022 |
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Best Sellers Rank | #39 in External Hard Drives |
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WD Elements desktop HDD storage with USB 3.0 offers reliable, high-capacity, add-on storage, fast data transfer rates, and universal connectivity with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 devices.
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Customers like the performance, value, and capacity of the computer drive. For example, they mention it runs well, offers good value, holds all of your games and work files, and is easy to use. That said, some complain about the cord length and disagree on quality and noise.
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Customers like the performance of the computer drive. They say it works well, dissipates heat to ensure reliable performance, and encounters no problems. Some say it's a great product and does its job efficiently.
"...The firmware is good enough that it doesn't need to be hacked right out of the gate which is a big plus for a WD product." Read more
"...It works perfectly with the iPad Pro 12.9. Of course it's new, so I can't say anything about its longevity...." Read more
"...Yes it does take a few seconds to wake up if you haven't been using it in a while, but it's not that long, again not enough to be complaining about...." Read more
"...to shuck them and place them into a Raid configuration but this drive runs so well that I haven't even attempted to enter the shell...." Read more
Customers like the value of the computer drive. They say it's easy to use, has good quality, and is worth the purchase. Customers also mention that the price per gigabyte is very low, and they get a lot of storage for their money.
"...that has a very large storage capacity, is relatively portable, and is cheap, then look no further. Are there better and faster drives out there?..." Read more
"...Capacity, price and quality is what it's all about. Easy setup for my Mac computer." Read more
"...use a lot of video files and need lots of storage, then this is worth the purchase...." Read more
"...The hard drive is also a great value for its price, offering an incredible amount of storage space at a competitive price point...." Read more
Customers like the capacity of the computer drive. They say it offers an incredible amount of storage space at a competitive price point. They also say it holds all of their games, work files, and everything else. Customers also mention that it handles the workload and short-term storage requirements nicely. They like the look, size, feel, color, and that it's fairly easy to set up. Overall, customers are happy with the capacity and recommend it to others.
"...It even allows for creation of folders for sorting! Overall I think it's fine, though a tad slow with the iPad (I'm sure it's faster on a computer)." Read more
"Really like this external hard drive. Has oodles of storage space, and basically installed itself...." Read more
"The space of the area, the storage space of the drive. Both are excellent. 👍👍..." Read more
"I like the look, size, feel, color, etc. Fairly easy to set up. Just registered the product...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the computer drive. They say it's easy to plug and play, convenient, and has a lot of storage space. Some mention that the drive can be shucked for direct computer installation and that there's no special software to install. They also say the power supply is easy to connect anywhere and that the drives are always plug in ready right from the box.
"...So far this HD has worked fine, it was plug and play with no need of a software download...." Read more
"...Bought the WD 10TB unit and plugged it into the router - WORKS. Truly plug and play. Faster than older HDD with more capacity." Read more
"...Has oodles of storage space, and basically installed itself...." Read more
"I like the look, size, feel, color, etc. Fairly easy to set up. Just registered the product...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the computer drive. They say it's sleek, elegant, and minimalist. Some customers also mention that it looks like a white helium disk.
"I like the look, size, feel, color, etc. Fairly easy to set up. Just registered the product...." Read more
"...The design of the Elements Desktop External Hard Drive is sleek and minimalist, making it a great addition to my workspace...." Read more
"...Attractive unit (more so than my 8TB Easystore) Smaller, rounded corners.3) Disk access light on front of case." Read more
"...All of your data is gone for good. It's one of if not the worst design flaw of any product I've ever worked with...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the quality of the computer drive. Some mention it's incredibly reliable, stable, and has a sturdy build quality that can withstand everyday wear and tear. However, others say that it'll eventually become corrupted and cannot be trusted beyond 2 years.
"...This gave me the best of both. I have always found WD to be highly reliable." Read more
"...i have a 12TB drive from them and that one too is already showing signs of failure. i've had that drive for no more than 5 months...." Read more
"...No loss of data or any issues reading, especially considering all of the files and data that I have on mine." Read more
"...interact with it return with "the request failed due to a fatal device hardware error."..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the noise the computer drive makes. Some find it very quiet, while others say it makes a lot of noise and is obnoxious. Some customers also mention that the drive makes some sounds when spinning, though these are hardly intrusive.
"...The drive is noisy, a little clunky, but fast." Read more
"...I have noticed practically no noises from my HD at all. Certainly none that I would put into the category of annoying...." Read more
"...Kind of obnoxious sounding but other than that it works fine.Also keep in mind that it does require external power so it's not very portable." Read more
"...The drive was having problems saving data and was beeping. Windows reported that the drive was not saving correctly and data loss may occur...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the cord length of the computer drive. They mention that the supplied USB cable is fairly short, and can be a problem if you do not have a plug within. They also say that the data cord is short, so it only reaches their USB 2.0 port. Customers also mention that there is a small connector that they must cover with some tape. They say the unit requires an AC cable as well, and the connector is USB-3, so they have to use a multi-port adapter.
"...the unit requires AC cable as well which I don't have the space for it." Read more
"...It's hard to describe them, but they are very short, intermittent bursts that almost sound like the motor is trying to spin up for a fraction of a..." Read more
"...Emits a "clunk" sound at regular intervals3) Supplied USB cable is fairly short (@3ft)...." Read more
"...The cables are quite short and can be a problem if you do not have a plug within a few feet..." Read more
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Here's the full timeline breakdown. Bought drive, it sat for a month before I got around to using it, transferred about 3TB of data to it, let it more-or-less sit for a couple of months (unplugged on my desk) with the occasional removal of a piece of software or movie/music (not used hard, I'd estimate less than 3 hours of use after the initial transfer), plugged it in about 3 days ago and moved some pictures to it, plugged it in today and it returns uninitialized without recognizing any of the drive space. It's been less than 5 months since I bought this drive. Attempts to interact with it return with "the request failed due to a fatal device hardware error." I've tried several different cables to see if that was the issue; it was not.
Well s***. I've done some data recovery before, it's part of what prompted me to get this drive and start the process of consolidating and backing everything up. But before I go hog-wild stripping the case of, running diagnostics, and trying to recover everything myself I figured I'd at least give WD customer support a call to see if they can do it. I'm not really looking for an extra project right now and, for me at least, this will be a project (maybe someone more knowledgeable would have no issues).
Anyway, called customer support. They were friendly. When I asked about data recovery, they kindly informed me that it would cost $400-700, had to be through one of their contracted data recovery companies, and came with no guarentees. When I asked what I could do to the drive, they kindly told me that almost anything I did would void the warranty and they wouldn't be able to replace the drive. They also, very nicely, told me that any drive I got in return for this one would actually be a refurbished drive and may or may not have cosmetic wear, may or may not have factory packaging, and had no guarantees of having less than any certain amount of drive hours on it. That's right the "warranty" replaces your drove with another, already once defective drive! "Sorry the drive we sent you broke, we'll happily send you a different drove that also broke!"
To summarize: my drive broke after five months of light use and proper treatment and then their customer service told me they'd be happy to send me a second hand drive in exchange for the POS one they sent me in the first place, with no assistance at all with recovering any data.
I'll ultimately end up keeping the drive, stripping it out of its case, and seeing if plugging in directly to the drive gets around the "hardware error" (though I doubt it will). Amy replacement is as good as worthless as I have no faith in it lasting more than a few months; I'll just have to take the loss.
You can do what you like with your money, but I'll no longer be giving any of mine to Western Digital. Crooks.
UPDATE: I took the drive apart and it interfaced directly with the HDD with a $16 SATA adapter I have; had no problem accessing the drive. The failure was entirely the fault of the Western Digital enclosure.
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Es prematuro hablar del tiempo que me dure ya que tengo semana y media de instalarlo.
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Muy buen articulo, ya que lo tengo desearia comprar uno de mayor capacidad. Ademas de que llegó mucho antes de la fecha esperada.
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i always thought they'd be slow until i realized the external power plug takes the weight off the computer
this is super fast!
and a lovely bonus is i can run steam games off it. Gigabyte large steam games. it can become a permentant part of my pc setup!
Thank you so much!
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Very disappointed!!!