Western Digital My Book Studio LX (1TB)
The My Book Studio LX from Western Digital is a desktop hard drive with an all-metal enclosure and FireWire-800 and USB 2.0 connectivity options. The drive features an LCD display which can be customized to remind you what type of data is stored on the drive, even when it is unplugged.
Designed for use with Mac OS X systems, the drive is preformatted with the HFS+ file system. It is compatible with Time Machine, allowing you to use it as an external backup drive. It includes the WD SmartWare software suite, and uses a WD GreenPower drive for reduced energy consumption.
- Smart Display allows you to create your own personalized drive label to remind you what's stored on the drive. You can even view the label when the drive is unplugged. The display also includes available capacity and security status
- Save and access data at top speeds with the high-performance FireWire-800 interface. Also includes USB 2.0 interface for maximum flexibility
- Formatted for Mac and compatible with Apple Time Machine, this drive is plug-and-play ready for Mac computer users
- Includes WD SmartWare suite, which offers an automatic backup application with an intuitive visual interface that shows your data being backed up. Easily customize the backups to protect the files and directories that you select, and restore files from backups with ease
- Gain peace of mind knowing that your data is protected from unauthorized access or theft with password protection and 256-bit hardware-based encryption
- Western Digital designed a small retail box from recycled materials to minimize waste. You are encouraged to recycle it
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| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Interface |
2x 9-Pin FireWire-800 1x USB 2.0 (mini-B) |
| Drive Speed | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Buffer | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Average Seek Time | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Sustained Data Transfer Rate | Up to 800Mbps |
| System Requirements |
Mac OS X Tiger, Leopard, Snow Leopard USB 2.0, FireWire-800, or FireWire-400 (via included adapter cable) 1 Please Note:Windows XP, Vista, and 7 Compatible with reformatting close |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Mounting | Desktop |
| Power Requirements | AC: 100-240VAC, 47-63Hz |
| Environmental Requirements |
Operating Temperature: 41-95°F (5-35°C) Storage Temperature: -4-149°F (-20-65°C) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 1.9 x 6.8 x 5.3" (4.8 x 17.1 x 13.5cm) |
| Weight | 2.6 lb (1.2kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 7 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Large capacity / good size (7)
- Quiet (7)
- Attractive (6)
- Easy to setup (6)
- Easy to use (6)
Cons
Best Uses
- Back-up (6)
- Additional storage (4)
- Photo storage (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Power user (4), Casual user (3)
- Primary use:
- Personal (4), Business (3)
- Computer Platform:
- Mac (6)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 7 customers
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
- Display works sometimes
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
Comments about Western Digital My Book Studio LX (1TB):
Very nice looking and beautifully designed external drive, works as it should for its main purpose. However, I do have a big issue with mine, and I don't know if this has happened to anybody else.
Whenever I wake up my computer from sleep, the display loses the capacity gauge and it only shows the name of the drive, in my case, TIME MACHINE.
To be able to see both the name AND the capacity and GB left, I have two options:
I have to start my computer from being completely off, or;
I have to wake up my computer from sleep, and THEN turn the drive off and back on manually using the button on the back of the drive.
It is important to note that the drive does wake up altogether with the computer every time and works as it should, but it doesn't display the gauge showing the amount of GB left in it, only the name.
This is really annoying since it happens EVERY time I put my computer to sleep and wake it up later.
I already reinstalled the software twice, and this happens with or without the security feature enabled, and with or without the virtual CD enabled.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about Western Digital My Book Studio LX (1TB):
I use this drive strictly for additional storage of RAW camera files. Since I didn't want to use it for a backup drive I didn't want to install the backup software. I found that I could set the drive up so that I could use the capacity gage and also set the name of the drive in the display window without installing all of the backup software. This worked out very well for me.
Since it's equipped with firewire 800 I am also able to use it for additional digital video file storage and editing.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- High Capacity
- Quiet
- Reliable
- Secure with password
Cons
Best Uses
- Backup
- Photo Storage
Comments about Western Digital My Book Studio LX (1TB):
I use the Western Digital Hard Drive to back up all my images. I keep all my images off my computer and on a separate hard drive. I use a LaCie Rugged Hard Drive as my primary drive and I have two Western Digital Drives to back up from the LaCie. These two drives are at two different locations for further security. This drive is great. I have a third Western Digital drive that I use with my MAC's Time Machine program.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
- Professional Apps
- Video
Comments about Western Digital My Book Studio LX (1TB):
I use this product for Professional Video Editing and to store my media.
Its fast, silent, remains at a cool temperature even when used all day long, also haves a cool compact design that matches my Mac Book Pro perfectly, the display provides useful information like remaining space and content.
I have no negative arguments on this tiny little buddy, but i would say that if you are looking for an indoor HDD you should go for this one.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Western Digital My Book Studio LX (1TB):
I love this product. It is my third harddrive that I have purchased from Western Digital and I am very satisfied with its reliability.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Backup
Comments about Western Digital My Book Studio LX (1TB):
[...] The product (a Western Digital WEWDBACH0010 My Book Studio LX (1TB), was competitively priced, [...] The unit is compact and works perfectly as a HD backup for my iMac. I use the iMac's Time Machine software instead of the WD software, and the WD unit performs scheduled backups quickly, quietly and reliably. As always, B&H completely fulfilled my expectations. Thanks, folks!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- Photo Storage
Comments about Western Digital My Book Studio LX (1TB):
easy to set up,looks good next to my mac,and I like the led readout of the available space.
- Primary use:
- Personal
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What's in the Box
- WD SmartWare Software (Pre-loaded)
- FireWire-800 Cable
- FireWire-800 to FireWire-400 Cable
- USB Cable
- AC Adapter
- Quick Install Guide
- 3-Year Limited Warranty
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