Western Digital
Western Digital 16TB My Book Desktop HDD USB 3.0 Black
A 16 TB desktop hard drive with USB 3.0, password protection and included backup software for PC and Mac
- Massive 16 TB capacity stores photos, videos, music and documents
- Hardware encryption with password protection keeps files secure
- Works with PC and Mac right out of the box
- Included backup software runs on your schedule
- USB 3.0 interface provides SuperSpeed data transfer
16 TB Desktop Storage for Home Users
The Western Digital My Book provides 16 TB of external hard-disk capacity for storing photos, videos, music and documents. It connects via USB 3.0 and works with both Windows and macOS without additional drivers. The drive is designed for everyday desktop backup and personal file archives.
Password Protection and Backup Software Included
Hardware encryption and password protection secure the volume against unauthorised access. Bundled WD Backup software for Windows and Time Machine compatibility for macOS enable scheduled automatic backups to protect against data loss from hardware failure or malware. Social media and cloud import tools help consolidate online content onto the drive.
Verify USB Port and Power Requirements
Ensure your computer has an available USB 3.0 port for full SuperSpeed transfer rates. The desktop form factor requires a mains power outlet, so confirm a nearby socket is free. Check that your operating system version supports the supplied backup applications before ordering.
Highlights
- Massive 16 TB capacity stores photos, videos, music and documents
- Hardware encryption with password protection keeps files secure
- Works with PC and Mac right out of the box
- Included backup software runs on your schedule
- USB 3.0 interface provides SuperSpeed data transfer
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
Will the internal 16 TB hard drive need to be replaced after a certain period?
The drive is a sealed desktop HDD with no user-serviceable parts inside; replacement is only required if the unit itself fails.
What limit appears first when the drive runs continuous backups over USB 3.0?
Sustained write speed is capped by the USB 3.0 interface, so that bus becomes the bottleneck before the drive media saturates.
How much noise and heat does the enclosure produce during all-day operation?
The fanless enclosure relies on passive convection, so it runs silently and stays warm to the touch but within normal desktop HDD limits.
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