Western Digital My Book 12TB Desktop external HDD, Black
Key Specifications
Choose one or multiple features to search for items that have the same specifications.| Hard drive | |
| Drive capacity | 12000 GB |
| Type | HDD |
| Device type | HDD |
| File format system | NTFS |
| System requirements | |
| Mac compatibility | ![]() |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 5000 Mbit/s |
| Ethernet LAN | ![]() |
| 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 | 0.97 g |
| Height | 170.6 mm |
| Width | 49 mm |
| Depth | 139.3 mm |
| Energy management | |
| Power consumption (typical) | 120 W |
| 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 Discovery™, WD Backup™, WD Security™, WD Drive Utilities™ |
| Package weight | 960 g |
| Cables included | USB |
| Package type | Box |
| User guide | ![]() |
| Security | |
| Security algorithms | 256-bit AES |
| Cable lock slot | ![]() |
| Fingerprint reader | ![]() |
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Password protection | ![]() |
| Other features | |
| Chassis type | Desktop |
| AC adapter included | ![]() |
| 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, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra |
| Logistics data | |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84717050 |
| EAN | 7180378721486 |
| Warranty | 3 years |
The Western Digital My Book is an external desktop hard drive with a 12TB storage capacity, intended for stationary use. It connects to a host system via a USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface, which provides a maximum theoretical data transfer rate of 5000 Mbit/s. For data security, the drive integrates 256-bit AES hardware encryption and supports user-set password protection to prevent unauthorized file access. This combination of high capacity and security features makes it suitable for backing up large volumes of personal or professional data.
This drive is pre-formatted for immediate use with Windows operating systems and can be reformatted for macOS compatibility. The black enclosure is designed as a desktop unit and requires an external power source for operation, with an adapter included. The package also contains the necessary USB cable for connecting the drive to a computer. Its plug-and-play functionality ensures a simple setup process on supported systems without the need for manual driver installation.
Key Features:- Offers 12TB of storage capacity
- Functions as a desktop hard disk drive
- Connects via a USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface
- Powered by an external AC adapter
- Secures data with 256-bit AES hardware encryption
- Supports password protection for file access
- Compatible with Windows and macOS systems
- Features a physical cable lock slot
- Measures 170.6 mm × 49 mm × 139.3 mm
- Weighs 960 g
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Today: 10:00 - 18:00
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Today: 10:00 - 17:00
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Estimated delivery time: 30.01 - 02.02
Estimated delivery time: 30.01 - 01.02
Estimated delivery time: 29.01 - 02.02
Estimated delivery time: 29.01 - 02.02
Estimated delivery time: 30.01 - 01.02
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