WD My Book 6TB Desktop External Hard Drive
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About this product
The WD My Book 6TB Desktop External Hard Drive is a 6TB storage solution featuring a silver/aluminum aesthetic. It offers versatile connectivity options including FireWire 800, FireWire 400, eSATA, and USB 2.0. This model, from the My Book Studio Edition II line, is configurable with RAID 0/1, includes a capacity gauge, and is user-serviceable, making it suitable for both Mac and PC users who need flexible, robust desktop storage.
Our take
This WD My Book 6TB drive offers impressive versatility, especially with its multiple interface options like FireWire 800/400 and eSATA, alongside USB 2.0. While USB 2.0 is an older standard, the other interfaces provide professional-grade connectivity for Mac and PC users who might need them. The ability to configure it in RAID 0/1 is a significant advantage for those wanting either speed or redundancy, which is a rare feature in basic external drives. Its user-serviceable design and capacity gauge are also great for long-term maintenance and monitoring. The silver/aluminum aesthetic is a nice touch, giving it a premium look, though the older USB standard is a notable compromise.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 6 TB storage capacity
- Multiple interface options including FireWire 800
- RAID 0/1 configurable
- User-serviceable design
- Stylish silver/aluminum aesthetic
Cons
- Only USB 2.0 for a common interface
- Larger desktop form factor
Specifications
- Brand Western Digital
- Compatible With Mac, PC
- Type Desktop External HDD
- Color Silver/Aluminum Aesthetic
- Model My Book Studio Edition II (WD60000H2Q-00)
- Features RAID 0/1 Configurable, Capacity Gauge, User-Serviceable
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- Storage Capacity
- 6 TB
- Interface
- FireWire 800, FireWire 400, eSATA, USB 2.0
- Product Line
- My Book
