Specifications
- Storage Capacity20000 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeHDDInterface(s)Micro-USB Type B
- Key Specs
- Storage Capacity: 20000 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Storage Drive Type: HDD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Interface(s): Micro-USB Type B (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- General
- Brand: WD
- Model Number: WDBAMA0200HBK-NESN
- Product Name: easystore 20TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive
- Color: Black
- Capacity
- Storage Capacity: 20000 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Performance
- Storage Drive Type: HDD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Compatibility
- Internal Or External: External
- External Hard Drive Type: Desktop (Physical characteristics of the hard drive, including size, weight and how you connect to your device.)
- Interface(s): Micro-USB Type B (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Operating System Compatibility: Windows, Mac
- Minimum System Requirements: Formatted for Windows 8.1/10, Reformatting required for macOS
- Features
- Security Features: Software
- Data Encryption: true
- Usage: Backup, Everyday computing
- Power
- Power Source: AC adapter
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 6.7 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 2 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 2.04 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Included
- Included Software: Device management and backup software
- Other
- UPC: 718037896762
Back up important files securely with this black WD easystore desktop hard drive. The 20TB capacity provides ample space for archives and videos, while the USB 3.0 connectivity provides broad compatibility with most Windows and Mac devices. This WD easystore desktop hard drive features plug-and-play functionality for a quick, simple setup.
- USB 3.0 interface: Enables easy-to-use connection to devices. Backward compatible with USB 2.0 for simple connection to your computer.
- Rapid response: Offers data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps in the USB 3.0 mode and 480 Mbps in the USB 2.0 mode.
- Easy-to-use auto backup: Comes with the WD Discovery backup software that lets you set hourly, daily, or monthly backup schedules and makes it easy to back up high-capacity files to your drive.
- Compatible with PC and Mac*: For use with your existing computers.
- 20TB storage capacity: Provides ample space for storing documents, photos, music and more.
- Limited warranty: This portable hard drive comes with a two-year warranty.
- External design: The desktop storage features a USB cable and AC adapter, which makes it possible to work with most systems.
- Backup software**: Allows you to manage your WD portable hard drive and expands its capabilities.
Whats Included
- easystore 20TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive
- SuperSpeed USB-A cable (5Gbps)
- AC adapter
- Device management and backup software
- Owner's manual
Q: What is the storage capacity of this WD external hard drive?
A: This WD easystore desktop hard drive has a storage capacity of 20TB.
Q: What is the warranty period for this external hard drive?
A: This WD easystore desktop hard drive comes with a two-year warranty.
Q: How fast is the data transfer rate on this WD drive?
A: This WD easystore desktop hard drive offers data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps in USB 3.0 mode and 480 Mbps in USB 2.0 mode.
Q: Does this WD hard drive come with backup software?
A: Yes, this hard drive includes WD Discovery backup software for setting backup schedules.
Q: What kind of interface does this external hard drive use for connectivity?
A: This WD easystore desktop hard drive uses a USB 3.0 interface for easy connection to devices and is backward compatible with USB 2.0.
Q: Is this WD external hard drive compatible with both Windows and Mac computers?
A: This hard drive is compatible with both Windows and Mac computers, but reformatting is required for macOS.
A: The 20 TB is 20 trillion bytes. Historically, memory size was generally some power of 2 because of the addressing scheme. When we got to 1024 bytes (2^10) that was called 1 KB. The metric prefix "kilo" means 1000, so we have this disparity of 1024 vs. 1000. You knew which was meant by the context: if it was memory size, then it was 1024. As we increase to MB, GB, TB and upward, each step up is a factor of 1024 rather than 1000. So 1 TB memory would be (1024^4) bytes. The other piece of information to know is with hard drives, your operating system reports the capacity in terms of memory size (i.e. factors of 1024, not 1000), but marketing departments sell their harddrives with sizes using the definitions based on factors of 1000. Therefore a 20 trillion bytes drive will have its capacity reported by your operating system as 20E12 / (1024^4) = about 18.2 TB.
Q: What style power adapter (i.e. straight vs. angled-plug) is included?
A: It is at a 90 % angle from the power unit. Please see attached pictures.
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| Pros for WD - easystore 20TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive - Black | |||
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| Storage Capacity, Price, Reliability, Ease of use, USB | Storage, Performance | Storage Capacity, Ease of use, Price, USB, Speed | Storage, Reliability, Ease of use, USB, Price |
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Customers highly value the easystore 20TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive's massive storage capacity and its affordable price. Positive feedback also highlights its reliability and ease of use, with many praising its straightforward setup and operation. While some users noted occasional noise or elevated temperatures during extended use, these concerns were not universally reported.
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- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good backup drive - but needs a fan
I do regular image backups of my workstation, that has four NVMe m.2 drives . For this I need large capacity, external, hard drives. This 20TB drive is well suited for the task. Its only shortcoming is that it heats up to more than 50deg C during the long backup time, if left to its own devices. I have fixed this issue by positioning a pair of 80mm fans beneath it, to force cool air into its housing (see photo). The drive also performs well for a hard drive, as can be seen in the results of a Crystal Disk Mark speed test. The temperature at the start of the test was 24 deg C. At the end of the test it was 33 deg C, and dropped to 25 deg C just 3 minutes after the end of the test. The fans are very effective. I use two separate external hard drives for my backups, alternating between each one. This is good enough for my needs. I recommend this drive to anyone needing a simple, cost effective way to do large backups.
Posted by prof2000
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent drive
Excellent drive, moderate heat, Optimal transfer rates for the first 40% of the drive, but does dive to 140 MB/s at the end of the 20TB platter. It's a bit noisy compared to Seagate and Western Digital drives but overall the price is excellent. Overall still an great purchase especially when closer to $300. I highly recommend this as a stand alone vault but keep in mind 20TB is quite a bit of data and buying one and backing it up to another is peace of mind unless you plan to use hardware or software raid to guarantee it.
Posted by Kagetsu
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Chearp, reliable storage
I've used dozens of WD external hard drives over the years. This is the 2nd 20TB HD I picked up for backup redundancy. I've never had any fail on me.
Posted by cokumura