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WD 8TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive

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WD 8TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive
Key Features
  • 8TB Storage Capacity
  • Micro-USB 3.0 Interface (USB 3.1 Gen 1)
  • AC Powered
  • USB 2.0 Compatible
Preformatted NTFS for systems running Windows 10 or later, the 8TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive from WD provides users with up to 8TB of add-on storage for their photos, videos, music, documents, and other files. It features a 5 Gb/s micro-USB 3.0 interface, which is also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1, and is compatible with 480 Mb/s USB 2.0. It is powered using an 100-240 VAC power adapter, includes a micro-USB to USB-A cable, and may be reformatted for use with other operating systems, such as macOS.
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Capacity
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$134.99
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WD Desktop External HDD Overview

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Preformatted NTFS for systems running Windows 10 or later, the 8TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive from WD provides users with up to 8TB of add-on storage for their photos, videos, music, documents, and other files. It features a 5 Gb/s micro-USB 3.0 interface, which is also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1, and is compatible with 480 Mb/s USB 2.0. It is powered using an 100-240 VAC power adapter, includes a micro-USB to USB-A cable, and may be reformatted for use with other operating systems, such as macOS.

General Features
High Capacity in a Compact Design
The compact design offers a capacity of 8TB, making WD Elements desktop storage the ideal solution for easy, add-on storage of all your important photos, music, videos, and files.
Improve Performance
When your internal hard drive is almost full, your system slows down. Don't delete files. Free up space on your internal hard drive by transferring files to your WD Elements desktop storage and get your computer moving again.
Plug-and-Play Simplicity
The WD Elements drive works right out of the box with Windows 10 and later. Just plug it into a USB port to instantly add storage to your system.
USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 Compatibility
With this single drive, you get compatibility with USB 3.0 devices and backward compatibility with USB 2.0 devices.
WD Quality Inside and Out
WD knows your data is important to you, so they built the drive inside to their demanding requirements for durability, shock tolerance, and reliability. Then, they protect the drive with a durable enclosure designed for style and protection.
Formatted for Windows 10 and Later
This WD Elements Desktop hard drive is formatted NTFS and compatible with Windows 10 and later. It may also be reformatted for Mac.
UPC: 718037863658

WD Desktop External HDD Specs

Host ConnectionMicro-USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
Storage Capacity8 TB SATA 3.5" HDD
BufferNone
Pre-FormatNTFS
External Enclosure
MaterialPlastic
Cooling SystemPassive
Electrical
Power SourceIncluded AC Adapter
AC Input Power100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
DC Input Power12 VDC
Environmental
Operating Temperature41.0 to 95.0°F / 5.0 to 35.0°C
Storage Temperature-4 to 149°F / -20 to 65°C
General
Dimensions6.53 x 5.31 x 1.89" / 16.59 x 13.49 x 4.8 cm
Weight1.9 lb / 0.86 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight2.75 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.95 x 7.95 x 3.6"

WD Desktop External HDD Reviews

initial issues with external hard drive.

By David
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-06-05

Upon receiving the hard drive I had a very difficult time getting the drive to install any folders. The computer recognized the hard drive but would not accept any items to be stored. It took several call sessions with Western Digital to finally correct the problem. the file system had to be changed. It now is working properly.

Easy to use, works flawlessly.

By Charles
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-30

No problems with performance. I've had many WD EHDs over the years and had no issues with any of them.

Good Drives

By Jack
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-29

I have a number of these. They just keep on working.

Do not power up after 2 months

By Philip
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-28

I had the bad unit I guess. It won't power up after 2 months. I lost all data. It's extremely hard to get in contact with western digital customer service people in India and so hard to follow their English. very disappointed and never buy this brand in future.

perfect

By Beat
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-25

I use this drive as an external backup for photo's. Works without a problem.

works as expected

By Bruce
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-21

It stores a lot of data. I had to upgrade my router, though. :( The old one only allowed 2TB partitions and I didn't want 8 partitions on my NAS.

Bricked within 6 months of purchasing

By Nicholas
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2023-06-03

It's unfortunate, the drive was fine until it died with no prior indication of it failing.

Lots of space

By Walter
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-06-01

Lots of room to store or transfer tons of files.

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Date published: 2020-10-16

is it working in 220 vatt?

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Asked by: yaniv
The specifications say "100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz".
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Date published: 2022-10-24

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Asked by: Tim
The unit is designed to be used in a vertical orientation for proper cooling.
Answered by: Reuben
Date published: 2020-01-30

Is it a 7200 rpm drive?

Is it a 7200 rpm drive?
Asked by: Harold
They do not specify the RPM of the enclosed drive.
Answered by: Reuben
Date published: 2019-08-15

Is any back-up software included?

Is any back-up software included?
Asked by: Thomas
no
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2019-11-07

My desktop Mac is 6 years old. I have all my ...

My desktop Mac is 6 years old. I have all my photos on one of four drives. I want to make a copy onto an external drive and use that in future. What should I use for this?
Asked by: Linda
It's a good choice, but because I didn't know if it would do what I bought it for, I made compact discs of all my photos. Sounds bothersome, but my wife and I had a wonderful time reminiscing as we went through all the pictures and made a fun project out of it. It took a little while (8,000+ pics) but we had a great time reminiscing and sorting the kids, grandkids, great-grandkids and pet photos so we had some nice moments to pass out at Christmas that year! All the photos are still on the WD8TB drive in great shape and we keep adding new pics so the next CD will be seamlessly updated with current history. I would strongly recommend this product! SEE THE RESPONSE AFTER THIS ONE (not mine) BUT IMPORTANT!! Have fun!!
Answered by: James
Date published: 2022-02-24
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