Western Digital My Book 8TB 3.5" Desktop external HDD, Black
Key Specifications
Choose one or multiple features to search for items that have the same specifications.| Hard drive | |
| Drive capacity | 8 TB |
| Interface | Serial ATA III |
| Type | HDD |
| HDD interface | SATA III |
| HDD size | 3.5" |
| Device type | HDD |
| File format system | exFAT |
| System requirements | |
| Mac compatibility | ![]() |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 5000 Mbit/s |
| Ethernet LAN | ![]() |
| USB connector type | Micro-USB B |
| Wi-Fi | ![]() |
| USB data transfer rates | 480,5000 Mbit/s |
| USB version | 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) |
| USB connectivity | ![]() |
| Thunderbolt technology | ![]() |
| USB connector | Micro-USB B |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Weight | 960 g |
| Height | 170.6 mm |
| Width | 49 mm |
| Depth | 139.3 mm |
| Energy management | |
| AC adapter output voltage | 12 V |
| USB powered | ![]() |
| External power adapter | ![]() |
| Bus powered | ![]() |
| Operational conditions | |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 65 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 35 °C |
| Storage | |
| Number of storage drives supported | 1 |
| Number of storage drives installed | 1 |
| Installed storage drive type | HDD |
| Packaging data | |
| Bundled software | WD Backup, WD Security, WD Drive Utilities |
| Package weight | 960 g |
| Cables included | USB |
| User guide | ![]() |
| Security | |
| Security algorithms | 256-bit AES |
| Cable lock slot | ![]() |
| Fingerprint reader | ![]() |
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Password protection | ![]() |
| Other features | |
| USB required | ![]() |
| Design | |
| Chassis type | Desktop |
| Cable lock slot | ![]() |
| Performance | |
| Data transfer rate | 5000 Mbit/s |
| Features | |
| Plug and Play | ![]() |
| Product colour | Black |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks |
| Logistics data | |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84717050 |
| EAN | 7180378506960 |
| Warranty | 3 years |
The WD My Book is an external desktop hard drive that provides 8TB of storage capacity. It is designed for users who need to expand their local storage for large collections of documents, photos, and videos. The drive connects to a computer using a USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface, supporting data transfer rates up to 5000 Mbit/s, and is backward compatible with USB 2.0 ports. As a 3.5-inch desktop drive, it requires the included external AC adapter for power and is not bus-powered through the USB connection.
For data security, the device is equipped with 256-bit AES hardware encryption and password protection features, which can be configured with the included software. This software also allows users to schedule automatic data backups. The drive is pre-formatted with the exFAT file system, enabling out-of-the-box compatibility with both Windows and macOS operating systems without reformatting. The physical enclosure is designed to stand vertically on a desk and includes a slot for a security cable lock.
Key Features:- Provides 8TB of storage capacity
- Functions as a desktop external hard drive
- Connects via a USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface
- Secures data with 256-bit AES hardware encryption
- Requires an external AC power adapter for operation
- Compatible with Windows and macOS systems
- Measures 170.6 mm x 49 mm x 139.3 mm
- Weighs 960 g
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- Quick Installation Guide (English)
- Product Overview (English)
- PDF document (English)
- PDF document (English)


