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WD My Book 3TB External Hard Drive Storage USB 3.0 File Backup and Storage

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  • Up to 4 TB capacity
  • Dual USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility
  • Automatic, continuous backup or file backup option
  • Password protection and hardware encryption
  • 2-year limited warranty
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Customer Ratings
Storage Capacity
4.6
4.6
4.3
4.5
4.7
Portability
4.3
4.6
5.0
4.6
4.4
Tech Support
3.6
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storage capacity
4000 GB
320 GB
2 TB
1 TB
2 TB
3000 GB
hardware interface
usb3.0
usb2.0, usb1.1
usb
usb c, solid state drive
usb3.1 c
usb3.0
compatible devices
Tablet, Smartphone
Laptop, Desktop, Television, Mac computer, Chromebook
Laptop, Desktop
Gaming Console, Laptop, Camera, Tablet
Laptop, Desktop, Tablet
Desktop
form factor
3.5-inch
Portable, 2.5-inch
Portable
Portable
Portable
write speed
480 megabits per second
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1000 megabits per second
read speed
480 megabytes per second
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1050 megabytes per second

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    Product Description

    Product Description

    Put your digital life on the sleek, high capacity My Book Essential external hard drive. With WD quality and USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 connectivity, this drive is designed for today with tomorrow in mind. Visual backup software and password protection with hardware encryption ensure your data is protected. Lightweight and easy to carry, this drive is ideal for fast storage to go.Dimension: 6.5 x 5.3 x 1.9 Inches.

    From the Manufacturer

    My Book External Hard Drive –Ultra-fast backup and storage.

    Put your digital life on the high capacity My Book desktop hard drive with ultra-fast USB 3.0 connectivity. WD SmartWare automatic backup software and password protection with hardware encryption ensure your data is protected.

    Massive capacity. Sleek design.
    My Book features ultra-fast USB 3.0 connectivity and up to 4 TB capacity to store and protect all the chapters of your digital life.

    Automatic backup.
    WD SmartWare automatic backup software works quietly in the background to help protect your data using minimal PC resources. Whenever you add or change a file, it’s instantly backed up.
    Password protection secures your drive.
    Use WD Security to set password protection and hardware encryption and protect your files from unauthorized use or access.

    Dual USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 interface- A single drive with universal compatibility today and next-generation speed for tomorrow. Use it with USB 2.0 now and step up to USB 3.0 speed when you're ready.

    Up to 3x faster transfer rates - When connected to a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port this drive lets you access and save files up to 3 times faster than USB 2.0. Transfer a 2-hour HD movie in just 3 minutes instead of 13 minutes.*

    *Performance may vary based on user's hardware and system configuration.

    Massive capacity - With up to 4 TB capacity, there is plenty of room to store and protect your precious memories and important files.

    WD SmartWare software - You're in control of your backup. Install all the features, select just the components you need, or if you prefer, choose not to use the software at all.

    Automatic, continuous backup - Works quietly in the background to protect your data using minimal PC resources. Whenever you add or change a file it's instantly backed up.

    Password protection for privacy - Gain peace of mind knowing that your data is protected from unauthorized access with password protection and encryption.

    WD quality inside and out - For over 20 years, millions of people worldwide have trusted their data to WD hard drives. We are successful because we understand the importance of your data and our first concern is keeping that data safe.

    Ideal for

    • Transferring files up to three times faster when connected to a USB 3.0 port
    • Connecting with your USB 2.0 port today and using with USB 3.0 when you're ready
    • Protecting your data with automatic, continuous backup
    • Adding extra storage space for photos, videos and music
    • Securing private or sensitive data with password protection and hardware encryption

    What's in the box
    External hard drive, USB cable, WD SmartWare software, AC adapter, Quick Install Guide.

    Compatibility
    Formatted NTFS
    Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 or Windows 8
    Mac OS X (requires reformatting)
    Note: Compatibility may vary depending on user's hardware configuration and operating system.

    Features at a glance

    • Dual USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility
    • WD SmartWare software
    • Automatic, continuous backup
    • Password protection and hardware encryption

    For more great WD products, visit the Western Digital Store at Amazon.com



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    Customer reviews

    4.5 out of 5 stars
    4.5 out of 5
    2,380 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality, ease of use, speed, value, and storage space of the computer drive. For example, they mention it has run flawlessly, it's ready to go no formatting needed, and it offers a huge amount of storage for the price.

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    964 customers mention710 positive254 negative

    Customers like the quality of the hard drive. They say it has performed well, is a pretty good hard drive, and has run flawlessly. Some say it's a great little drive and has ample storage for the price. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance, design, and looks of the product.

    "...I was thinking of getting a metal casing but nah, this plastic is top notch. I leave it on for big transfers and heck, it doesn't get so hot at all...." Read more

    "...The Western Digital 3.0 ran flawlessly with a noticeable difference in speed compared to my old 2.0 USB external drive...." Read more

    "...While I don't have "long term" experience with it, it is working well and if it has the durability of all my older WD drives, I'll be very pleased..." Read more

    "...NOT use the security password utility to lock the drive, it sometimes just won't function!..." Read more

    310 customers mention236 positive74 negative

    Customers like the speed of the computer drive. They mention that it's reasonably fast at USB 3.0 and not bad at 2.0, the file transfer seems very quick, and the performance is good to great on USB 2.0 at 23MB / sec write, 35MB - sec read.

    "...With its superfast performance the drive will significantly alter your expectations for external hard drives...." Read more

    "...this is a great performer especially the USB 3.0, it is 4 times faster than USB 2.0 (see the images I've uploaded on the product page), I love the..." Read more

    "...Speed, a reputable company and large storage capacity make this a perfect choice if you already have a media server and want to increase it's..." Read more

    "...It is taking awhile to backup my main HD - but hey - we live in a world where people expect things way too fast...." Read more

    305 customers mention248 positive57 negative

    Customers like the ease of use of the computer drive. They mention that it is extremely easy to setup, takes less than an hour to complete, and the formatting process is pretty quick. The drive attaches easily to an available USB 2.0 or 3.0 port, and it starts up. It has built-in software and a well-illustrated quick-setup poster. Overall, customers are satisfied with the ease and simplicity of use.

    "...USB 3.0 cable, a power adapter, built-in software and a well-illustrated quick-setup poster...." Read more

    "...fact that huge file transfers (i'm talking 100's of GB) takes less than an hour to complete!..." Read more

    "...Pros:* Attaches easily to an available USB 2.0 or 3.0 port* Starts up when the computer is started up*..." Read more

    "...fully supported under newer (2.6-32+) Linux kernels so installation went without a hitch...." Read more

    279 customers mention263 positive16 negative

    Customers appreciate the value of the computer drive. They say it is good value for the money, with good price for the amount of storage. Customers also mention that the upgrades are easy and the difference is well worth it.

    "...What you should expect for this order:Solid build. Not so cheap. But it is plastic with air vents at the top...." Read more

    "...than its USB 2.0 counterpart, however, I feel it's difference is well worth it...." Read more

    "...there, this model has the least amount of problems or flaws at a reasonable price. OH and I just saw that the price dropped too...." Read more

    "...Pros:1. Good Price for the amount of storage, disc size and speed...." Read more

    212 customers mention199 positive13 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the storage space provided by the hard drive. They mention that it offers a huge amount of storage for the price, is suitable for any and all external storage needs, and is great for storing all your photos and videos. Some say that the drive is quiet and a good solution for both storage and backup. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...Meet my expectation (besides some of my dislikes shown above). Lots of storage...." Read more

    "...all my movie collection and this just seemed to be a good solution for both storage and backup!..." Read more

    "...With it's 2GB storage space it accomodates most of mine precious data, it's much fater than old USB 2.0 MyBook when used with USB 3.0 controller ......" Read more

    "...Operates silently and transparently* Good capacity for the $$Cons:..." Read more

    102 customers mention86 positive16 negative

    Customers like the noise level of the computer drive. They say it's quiet, has no clicking noise, and operates silently and transparently.

    "...Starts up when the computer is started up* Operates silently and transparently* Good capacity for the $$Cons:..." Read more

    "...These new drives are very fast and quiet...." Read more

    "...The drive is very silent, you hear nothing even when files are written on the disc. The file transfer seems very quick...." Read more

    "...At first I thought it was NICE! It ran quiet, my games transferred rather quickly and the color scheme matched my Xbox One's! ;)..." Read more

    70 customers mention53 positive17 negative

    Customers like the size of the hard drive. They mention it's stylish, has a reasonable compact size, and fits the bill perfectly. Some appreciate that it uses a standard sized power supply. Overall, most are happy with the size and functionality of the product.

    "...Digital My Book isn't just its thundering capacity, it's the size and portability...." Read more

    "The goodFast, quite, big and affordable...." Read more

    "...It has more space than my previous 3 hard drives combined. It is compact, and about the same size as my 4 year old WD My Book 640 GB hard drive...." Read more

    "...The drive is a bit large compared to their "Elements" series...." Read more

    114 customers mention6 positive108 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the performance of the hard drive. They mention that it connects to their USB-2 PC, but not reliably, it complete fails, and it freezes and shuts down. The automatic backup function began to freeze, and the drive is always running. Movies crash when playing direct from the drive, and there is no way to stop it.

    "...agent that is included and branded by WD is super limited, and almost useless unless you just want a very simple backup of everything...." Read more

    "...If you don't have enough RAM in your PC or laptop, your computer will freeze up, just plugging in the USB, or will work sometimes, and will freeze..." Read more

    "...* The included backup software is very, very poor -- in fact, it is worse than useless...." Read more

    "...The software that comes with this drive is both terrible and unnecessary...." Read more

    Great performing drive - USB 3.0 is blazing fast but the software and utilities not so much!
    4 Stars
    Great performing drive - USB 3.0 is blazing fast but the software and utilities not so much!
    I bought this to back up my newly built system to and also I was planning on digitizing all my movie collection and this just seemed to be a good solution for both storage and backup! I've had it for 2 months and I think I have had enough insights to write a review! So here it is!Speed: As a storage drive this is a great performer especially the USB 3.0, it is 4 times faster than USB 2.0 (see the images I've uploaded on the product page), I love the fact that huge file transfers (i'm talking 100's of GB) takes less than an hour to complete! Backup also is blazing fast especially if you have set the utility to incremental (don't use the software that this comes with, more on that in a second)!Reliability: It has weathered 2.5 months of daily use and extensive use very well so far, but it is too early for me to comment on this! Hopefully it would fare better than the Seagate I had before, that is junk!Format: It is primarily designed to work with Win 7, and hence the the file format is NTFS, which is the best format for a hard drive this big, but for whatever reason you are buying this for a FAT32 system (like a PS3), then don't because it is going to be a PITA, and also you would not be utilizing this drive as it is designed to be used! So for PS3 owners you are better of buying a much smaller HDD and then reformatting that to FAT32 - there are utilities out there which would do that for you!Enclosure: I'm not the biggest fan of WD enclosures, but this one is not bad! However I had a terrible issue trying to get this to be recognized by my ASUS LGA 1155 Intel Z68 DDR3 2200 SATA 6Gbps and USB 3.0 Supported ATX Motherboard P8Z68-V motherboard! I did read on WD forums that I was not the only one with this problem and neither was this a problem with ASUS MoBo's, it did recognize other USB 3.0 devices without any issues! So one star down for that! I finally had to disable the legacy USB 3.0 support in BIOS to get this to work well with the MoBo (that was counter intuitive, disable the very service you want to use and then it works)! It gets a little loud and hot when you have used it continuously for a few hours!Included Software: I would not recommend anyone to use the provided backup software along with this drive, it is far from being finished as a product and has a lot of bugs, also DO NOT use the security password utility to lock the drive, it sometimes just won't function! If you are worried about someone stealing your data, use an encryption tool and not the password. Maybe this was a rare instance but why take the chance and be left with all your data in your hand but inaccessible because the drive is locked with a password you provided! WD should really invest some time and money in developing their software that is bundled with the hardware or should just tie up with Acronis or another back up software developer to bundle the products! This was my biggest crib and criticism with this drive!Value for Money: I got the 3TB for $135, 2 months back, thankfully before the floods in Thailand and the skyrocketing of the HDD prices, they estimate it might be months before the prices come down! So I am pretty happy with the value - that is roughly 4 cents for a GB (WOW...!), that is awesome! Right now since the supply for HDD's are limited due to a halt in production, the price is huge and not the best value for money proposition, so unless you need the drive extremely urgently, postpone your buying decision for a few more months and you would get much better bang for your buck!So overall I'm pretty happy with this purchase and I have had no data losses so far, which is the worst thing that can happen to a backup drive. Hope this helps someone who is planning a similar investment - check the WD forums for the USB 3.0 connectivity problems with your motherboard!
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