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Black rectangular desktop hard drive with USB 3.0 Micro-B port and AC adapter

Western Digital

Western Digital WDBWLG0040HBK-NESN 4TB external hard drive

SKU CH-HYWA-EMK7W MPN WDBWLG0040HBK-NESN

Adds 4 TB of plug-and-play USB 3.0 desktop storage with an AC adapter and compact 6.50 x 1.90 x 5.30 inch design

  • ColorBlack
  • InterfaceUSB 3.0, Micro-B
  • Capacity4TB
  • FeaturesHigh capacity in a compact design The compact design offers
  • System RequirementsFormatted NTFS for Windows 10, 8.1 and 7 Reformatting may be
  • Dimensions6.50" x 1.90" x 5.30"

Capacity 4TB

  • High-capacity add-on storage with 4TB space
  • Fast data transfers via USB 3.0 interface
  • Plug-and-play ready for Windows 10, 8.1 and 7
  • Compact desktop design measuring 6.50 x 1.90 x 5.30 inches
  • Includes AC adapter and USB cable for immediate setup

4 TB desktop external storage

The Western Digital Elements drive provides four terabytes of add-on capacity in a compact desktop form factor. It connects through a USB 3.0 Micro-B interface and arrives formatted NTFS for Windows 10, 8.1 and 7. The unit is ready for immediate plug-and-play use on compatible PCs.

Build integration and connectivity

The drive requires an AC adapter and the supplied USB cable, so a free mains socket and a USB 3.0 or 2.0 port are needed. It frees space on the internal boot drive by offloading photos, music, videos and large files. Reformatting is required before use with operating systems other than Windows.

Thermals, noise and power

The enclosure relies on passive cooling with no internal fan, so operation is silent. Power is drawn from the external adapter rather than the host USB port, leaving the computer’s own power budget unaffected. The drive runs at typical desktop hard-drive temperatures during normal file transfers.

Highlights

  • High-capacity add-on storage with 4TB space
  • Fast data transfers via USB 3.0 interface
  • Plug-and-play ready for Windows 10, 8.1 and 7
  • Compact desktop design measuring 6.50 x 1.90 x 5.30 inches
  • Includes AC adapter and USB cable for immediate setup

Specifications

BrandWD
SeriesElements
ModelWDBWLG0040HBK-NESN
ColorBlack
InterfaceUSB 3.0, Micro-B
Capacity4TB
FeaturesHigh capacity in a compact design
The compact design offers up to 10TB capacity, making WD Elements desktop storage the ideal solution for easy, add-on storage of all your important photos, music, videos and files.
Improve PC performance
When your internal drive is almost full your PC slows down. Don't delete files. Free up space on your internal drive by transferring files to your WD Elements desktop storage and get your computer moving again.
USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility
With this single drive you get compatibility with the latest USB 3.0 devices and backward compatibility wit
System RequirementsFormatted NTFS for Windows 10, 8.1 and 7
Reformatting may be required for other operating systems
Dimensions6.50" x 1.90" x 5.30"
Weight2.10 lbs.
Package ContentsExternal hard drive
USB cable
AC adapter
Quick Install Guide
Shipping weight1.27 kg
Package size229 × 201 × 91 mm

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Questions about this item

What limits sustained transfer speed on this WD Elements 4TB drive?

The USB 3.0 Micro-B interface caps maximum transfer rates; the drive delivers ultra-fast speeds only when connected to a USB 3.0 port.

How much heat or noise does the drive produce during all-day operation?

The compact desktop enclosure has no fan; it runs silently and relies on passive cooling, so heat stays low during continuous use.

What must I already own for this drive to work out of the box?

A Windows 10, 8.1 or 7 PC with a USB 3.0 or 2.0 port and a free mains socket for the included AC adapter.

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