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WD 16TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive

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WD 16TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive
Key Features
  • 16TB 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 16TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive from WD provides users with up to 16TB 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 3.2 Gen 1 or 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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WD Desktop Overview

Preformatted NTFS for systems running Windows 10 or later, the 16TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive from WD provides users with up to 16TB 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 3.2 Gen 1 or 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 16TB, 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: 718037879048

WD Desktop Specs

Key Specs
Total Installed Storage
16 TB
Drive Type
3.5" HDD 
Default OS Support
Windows
*Alternate OS Support via Re-Format
System Connection
Micro-USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
Drive Type
3.5" HDD 
Default OS Support
Windows
*Alternate OS Support via Re-Format
Encryption Support
No
External Enclosure
System Connection
Micro-USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
Material
Plastic
Fan Cooled
No
Impact Resistance
No
Environmental Resistance
No
Electrical
Power Source
Included AC Adapter
Input Power
100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
General
Operating Conditions
41 to 95°F / 5 to 35°C 
Storage Conditions
-4 to 149°F / -20 to 65°C 
Dimensions
6.5 x 5.3 x 1.9" / 165.8 x 135 x 48 mm
Weight
1.98 lb / 0.9 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.75 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9 x 8 x 3.6"

WD Desktop Reviews

Works well

By Bryan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-06-19

It saved 14 TB of my photos as a backup disk. Perfect for storage.

I'm Sad

By Nic
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2025-06-05

Plugged in 21V into the 12V and fried it. I'm sad.

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Warranty details please?? Is from manufacturer ...

Warranty details please?? Is from manufacturer directly or your offering warranty from your side?
Asked by: Manjunath
Included with the WD 16TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive is a 2-year USA warranty with WD.
Answered by: Geoffrey
Date published: 2022-02-18

can i use this drive for mac without ...

can i use this drive for mac without reformatting?
Asked by: Frederick
No, the WD 16TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive is pre-formatted in a Windows specific format, so you would need to reformat the drive before you could use it with your Mac.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2023-07-19

I see it can work with OS X, Sierra and High ...

I see it can work with OS X, Sierra and High Sierra. Can this be formatted to run with OS X 13 Ventura?
Asked by: Kenn
The WD Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive is preformatted NTFS for Windows, but can be reformatted for MacOS.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2023-04-21

When the computer is off, how do I power off the ...

When the computer is off, how do I power off the drive?
Asked by: Edward
After you've properly ejected the WD 16TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive from your computer, you can turn off the drive by pressing the power button on the back of it.
Answered by: Michael S
Date published: 2024-08-29

Are the 16 & 18 TB models 5400 or 7200 RPM?

Are the 16 & 18 TB models 5400 or 7200 RPM?
Asked by: Thomas
The manufacturer of these drives does not specify the RPM on their 16TB and 18TB elements external drives.
Answered by: Daniel
Date published: 2020-12-29

Does this work with Mac?

Does this work with Mac?
Asked by: Kashi
Yes, the WD 16TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive BH #WEBWLG0160HB works with a Mac once it has been reformatted. It comes pre-formatted for Windows.
Answered by: Miguel M
Date published: 2021-10-27

How long is the power cord?

How long is the power cord?
Asked by: Edward
The WD 16TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive (B&H # WEBWLG0160HB) power cord is 1.5m long.
Answered by: Michael S
Date published: 2024-08-29

can I make a raid array out of two of these ...

can I make a raid array out of two of these drives?
Asked by: Jim
It would be possible to use a software solution to make a software raid from these external drives.
Answered by: Reuben K
Date published: 2022-07-08
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