Specifications
Storage Capacity20000 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeHDDInterface(s)Micro-USB Type B
Key Specs
Storage Capacity20000 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeHDDInterface(s)Micro-USB Type B
General
Product Nameeasystore 20TB External USB 3.0 Hard DriveBrandWDModel NumberWDBAMA0200HBK-NESNColorBlackColor CategoryBlack
Capacity
Storage Capacity20000 gigabytes
Performance
Storage Drive TypeHDD
Compatibility
Internal Or ExternalExternalExternal Hard Drive TypeDesktopInterface(s)Micro-USB Type BOperating System CompatibilityMac, Windows
Features
UsageBackup, Everyday computing
Power
Power SourceAC adapter
Dimension
Product Height6.7 inchesProduct Width2 inchesProduct Weight2.04 ounces
Included
Included SoftwareDevice management and backup software
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts2 yearsManufacturer's Warranty - Labor2 years
Other
UPC718037896762
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.
* Reformatting required.
** Download and installation required. Terms and conditions apply. User account registration may be required.
What's Included
easystore 20TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive
SuperSpeed USB-A cable (5Gbps)
AC adapter
Device management and backup software
Owner's manual
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- A: AnswerThe 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.
Answered by FreeTruth
Q: QuestionWhat style power adapter (i.e. straight vs. angled-plug) is included?(3 answers)
A: AnswerIt is at a 90 % angle from the power unit. Please see attached pictures.Answered by Daneader
- A: AnswerHow many rocks can you fit in a bucket? Depends on the size of the rocks, no? Size of photos and documents can vary considerably. Why don't you determine an average size of the files you store and then divide the drive's capacity by that size. Make sure you use consistent size, i.e. if you're using the "memory size" of the file that would be reported by your operating system, then use the same for this drive (which would be about 18.2 TB, where this TB is 1024^4 bytes rather than 1000^4 bytes) ). So, for example, if average size of your files is, let me randomly say, 50 MB, then 18.2 TB / 50 MB = 954,204 files. If the average size doubles to 100 MB, then of course you the number would be cut in half. This is only an estimate, as it depends on how the drive is formatted and the cluster size used.
Answered by freetruth
Q: Questionwill this 20tb wd drive work with windows 8?(2 answers)
A: AnswerProbably yet windows accesses the hard drive frequently so I recommend an internal drive for that preferably a drive built for longevity or surveillance such as a purple black or red driveAnswered by Matthew
Q: QuestionIs it compatible with Mac?(2 answers)
A: AnswerHello, Please be informed that the WD Easystore External drive comes preformatted in NTFS format for Windows OS, However, Yes it will work on macOS. In order to use the drive for macOS you can reformat the drive with macOS supported HFS+J file system by using this link: https://support-en.wd.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/3879 .In order to use the drive with both Windows and MacOS you need to reformat the drive to exFAT file format by referring to the link: https://support-en.wd.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/20821 .Please be informed that reformatting is a data destructive process, please backup the data from the drive before reformatting it. In order to know more about the drive refer to the link: https://products.wdc.com/library/UM/ENG/4779-705169.pdf Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information. -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.Answered by Western Digital Team
Q: QuestionIs this HD networkable?(2 answers)
A: AnswerYes, plug it to your router and enable drive sharing on OS 13Answered by NOLAlove1
Q: QuestionDoes this hard drive work on the xbox series x?(0 answers)
Asked by Andrue
Q: QuestionWhere can I get a digital copy of the user manual?(2 answers)
A: AnswerThe manufacturer's website.Answered by freetruth
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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 77 reviews
4.6Rating by feature
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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
- 4.6Quality
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- 4.7Ease of Use
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
"We're going to need a bigger hard drive".
I am making a movie that once completed will exceed the 8Tb capacity of my iMac. So, I will need a safe place outside of the iMac to store large sections of the movie till they're all complete and then finish editing them together and save it on the easystore. I had some difficulty linking the WD easystore to my iMac till I was fortunate enough to speak with Natalia V at Western Digital whose advice rapidly solved the problem. So, beyond a very large, very capable appliance, I also got direct, succinct technical support. This was a very good experience for me. Gratitudes for your efforts.
Posted by GothamFilmwerks
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
I am trusting my data to WD
WD 20TB it’s a ok drive it quiet most of the time unless your really hammering it with a ton of read and writes. Just reading the data wow it’s darn near quite.
Posted by Chaz
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
WD easystore 20TB Shucked. Here's what's inside.
WD easystore 20TB Model: WD200EDGZ Date: 2022-04-29 and 2022-05-09 r/N: US7SAS200 P/N: 2W10655 Recording Technology: CMR Works great with Synology NAS with a message that its unsupported.
Posted by Corpse
