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WD 16TB Elements Desktop External Hard Drive, USB 3.0 for plug-and-play storage - WDBWLG0160HBK-NESN

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Easy, add on storage
High capacity in a sleek design

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.

Improve PC performance

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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Transfer faster

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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Price
$409.99 $289.99 $679.99 $114.35
Capacity [1]
Up to 24TB Up to 24TB Up to 44TB Up to 6TB
Backup Software
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
Password Portection
  • 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.

  • 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.

  • The Elements Desktop drive is powered with the included AC adapter. There is no battery or battery replacement to worry about.

  • 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.

Legal Dislcaimer

[1] 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.

Product specifications subject to change without notice. Pictures shown may vary from actual products.

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