Trusted desktop storage designed to complement your personal style with a massive amount of space ...Trusted desktop storage designed to complement your personal style with a massive amount of space to store your photos, videos, music, and documents. Equipped with password protection and perfectly paired with backup software, My Book desktop storage helps keep your files safe. The My Book drive is your dependable desktop storage companion, dedicated to protecting your entire digital world. With capacities reaching up to 26TB, you'll have ample space to archive your photos, videos, music, documents, and even your computer system, helping ensure your memories remain preserved. This is a refurbished 16TB drive with USB 3.0/USB 2.0 and 256-bit AES hardware encryption.
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Product Information
Full details
The WD My Book Desktop External Hard Drive with 16TB of storage is ideal for anyone needing to back up and store large amounts of data, including photos, videos, and documents. The key benefit is its massive storage capacity combined with easy-to-use backup software and hardware encryption for data security. Keep in mind that this is a refurbished drive.
All features
Model Part Number
WDBBGB0160HBK-EESN
Brand
Western Digital
Extended Product Information
FAQs
How do I format the drive?
You can format the drive using Disk Management (Windows) or Disk Utility (Mac). Choose exFAT for cross-platform compatibility.
Can I use the drive with a gaming console?
Yes, but you may need to format it to a file system supported by your console, such as FAT32. Check your console's documentation.
What is the warranty period?
The My Book drive comes with a 3-year limited warranty.
How do I encrypt the drive?
Encryption is enabled through the WD Security software that comes with the drive. You set a password during the setup process.
Can I use the drive as a boot drive?
No, it is not designed to be a bootable drive. It is for data storage and backup.
How do I update the WD Discovery software?
The software usually checks for updates automatically. You can also manually check for updates within the WD Discovery application.
Troubleshooting
Drive not recognized by the computer.
Check the USB cable connection, try a different USB port, and ensure the power adapter is connected.
Slow transfer speeds.
Ensure you are using a USB 3.0 port on your computer and that the cable supports USB 3.0. Close unnecessary applications during transfers.
WD Backup software not working.
Ensure the latest version of the WD Backup software is installed. Check for any conflicts with other backup software.
Password not accepted.
Double-check your password and ensure Caps Lock is off. If forgotten, you may need to reformat the drive (which will erase the data).
Pros and Cons
Pros
Large 16TB capacity is great for extensive backups and archiving.
Built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption enhances data security.
Includes WD Backup software and is compatible with Apple Time Machine for easy backups.
Easy to set up and ready to use out of the box.
WD Discovery software streamlines importing files from social media and cloud services.
Cons
Being a refurbished drive, it may have a shorter lifespan than a new drive.
Requires an external power adapter.
Transfer speeds may vary depending on the USB connection (2.0 or 3.0).
Physical size may be larger than portable external drives.
Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup
Connect the power adapter to the drive and plug it into a power outlet.
Connect the USB cable to the drive and your computer.
The drive should automatically appear in your file explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac).
Install the WD Backup software (if using) or set up Time Machine (Mac).
Compatibility
Operating Systems: Compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Mac OS X 10.13 (High Sierra) and later.
File System: The drive comes formatted in exFAT, which is compatible with both Windows and Mac.
Care
Place the drive in a stable location, away from direct sunlight, extreme temperatures, and moisture.
Avoid physical shocks or drops.
Regularly back up your data to ensure its safety.
Use the WD Drive Utilities software to manage drive settings and check for potential issues.
Unplug the drive safely using the operating system's "eject" function before disconnecting the USB cable.
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