Western Digital My Book 8TB Desktop external HDD, Black

The Western Digital My Book 8TB is an external desktop hard drive designed for use at a workstation. It connects to a computer via a wired interface to provide extra storage for large media libraries and to facilitate regular system backups. As a single-drive unit, it consolidates files in one place. Because it is designed for desktop use, it requires an external power supply rather than drawing power from the host computer. The internal drive is protected by a standard black casing.

The drive features 256-bit AES hardware encryption and integrated password protection to keep files secure if the device is moved or accessed by unauthorized individuals. It is compatible with both Windows and macOS out of the box, without requiring reformatting. Bundled software is included to automate file backups. The drive connects to a computer via a rear-mounted Micro-USB B port. As it is a desktop unit, it must be connected to a wall outlet for continuous operation.

• Maximum data transfer rate: 5,000 Mbit/s for quick file transfers.
• USB specification: USB 3.2 Gen 1 for compatibility with modern systems.
• Operating temperature: 5 to 35 °C.
• Storage temperature: -20 to 65 °C.
• Unit weight: 1,010 g, which helps keep the drive stable on a desk.
• Fallback data rate: 480 Mbit/s for compatibility with legacy USB ports.