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.
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.
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.
Password protection for privacy - gain peace of mind knowing that your data is protected from unauthorized access with password protection and encryption.
Highlights of the Western Digital 3TB My Book Essential USB 3.0
- Dual USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility
- Up to 3x faster transfer rates
- WD SmartWare software
- Automatic, continuous backup
- Password protection for privacy
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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. -
Massive capacity
There is plenty of room to store and protect your precious memories and important files. -
WD quality inside and out
Millions of people worldwide trust their data to WD hard drives. WD is successful because they understand the importance of your data and their first concern is keeping that data safe. -
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.
Specifications
Summary
- Product Description
- WD My Book Essential WDBACW0040HBK - hard drive - 4 TB - USB 3.0
- Type
- Hard drive - external (desktop)
- Capacity
- 4 TB
- Hardware Encryption
- Yes
- Interface
- USB 3.0
- Data Transfer Rate
- 5.0 Gbps (USB 3.0)
- Features
- Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), password authentication, hardware encryption, automatic backup, NTFS formatted
- Power Source
- Included AC adapter
- Dimensions (WxDxH)
- 13.5 cm x 16.5 cm x 4.8 cm
- Weight
- 1.03 kg
- Localisation
- United Kingdom
- Microsoft Certification
- Compatible with Windows 7
- Environmental Standards
- ENERGY STAR Qualified
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 2-year warranty
Detailed Specification
General
- Device Type
- Hard drive - external (desktop)
- Capacity
- 4 TB
- Hardware Encryption
- Yes
- Interface
- USB 3.0
- Features
- Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), password authentication, hardware encryption, automatic backup, NTFS formatted
- Width
- 13.5 cm
- Depth
- 16.5 cm
- Height
- 4.8 cm
- Weight
- 1.03 kg
Performance
- Interface Transfer Rate
- 5.0 Gbps (USB 3.0)
Expansion & Connectivity
- Interfaces
- 1 x USB 3.0
Power
- Power Source
- Included AC adapter
- Power Device
- Power adapter
- Voltage Required
- AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Software & System Requirements
- Software Included
- Smartware
- OS Required
- Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Vista, Apple MacOS X 10.6, Apple MacOS X 10.5, Windows 8
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included
- 1 x USB cable - external
- Compatible with Windows 7
- "Compatible with Windows 7" software and devices carry Microsoft’s assurance that these products have passed tests for compatibility and reliability with 32-bit and 64-bit Windows 7.
- Compliant Standards
- RoHS
- Localisation
- United Kingdom
- Package Type
- Retail
Environmental Standards
- ENERGY STAR Certified
- Yes
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support
- Limited warranty - 2 years
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature
- 5 °C
- Max Operating Temperature
- 35 °C
