WD Elements Desktop External Hard Drive 8TB USB 3.0 - Black (WDBWLG0080HBK-NESN)
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About this product
The WD Elements Desktop External Hard Drive offers 8TB of storage via a USB 3.0 interface, designed primarily for PC users. This 3.5-inch HDD operates at a rotation speed of 5400 RPM and includes a 256 MB cache for efficient data handling. Encased in a black shell, it's a straightforward, high-capacity solution for desktop backup and storage needs, backed by a 2-year manufacturer warranty.
Our take
For robust, no-frills storage, the WD Elements 8TB drive is a solid contender. It delivers a massive 8TB capacity which is perfect for archiving large photo and video collections or extensive PC backups. The USB 3.0 interface is standard and provides decent speeds for general use, and the 256MB cache helps smooth out data transfers. While the 5400 RPM speed is typical for a high-capacity HDD, don't expect it to compete with an SSD for performance-intensive tasks. The 2-year warranty provides good peace of mind for a drive in this category.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Huge 8 TB storage
- USB 3.0 connectivity
- 256 MB cache for performance
- 2-year manufacturer warranty
- Affordable bulk storage
Cons
- 5400 RPM rotation speed
- Desktop 3.5-inch form factor
Specifications
- Compatible With PC
- USB Specification USB 3.0
- Color Black
- MPN WDBWLG0080HBKNESN
- Rotation Speed 5400 RPM
- Brand Western Digital
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- Form Factor
- 3.5 in
- Type
- Desktop External HDD
- Drive Type(s) Supported
- HDD
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 2 Years
- Maximum Fan Speed
- 7000 RPM
- Model
- WDBWLG0080HBK-NESN
- Storage Format
- HDD Only
- Storage Capacity
- 8 TB
- Country of Origin
- Thailand
- Interface
- USB
- Product Line
- Elements
- Cache
- 256 MB
- UPC
- 0696392576652
