WD Elements Overview
- 1 Description
- 2 General Features
- 3 USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) and USB 2.0 Compatibility
- 4 WD Quality
- 5 High Capacity, Compact Design
- 6 Improve System Performance
- 7 Plug-and-Play, Formatted for Windows
Preformatted NTFS for systems running Windows 10, 8.1, or 7, the 12TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive from WD provides users with up to 12TB of add-on storage for their photos, videos, music, documents, and other files. It features a 5 Gb/s micro-USB 3.0 interface, which is also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1, and is compatible with 480 Mb/s USB 2.0. It is powered using an 100-240 VAC power adapter and may be reformatted for use with macOS Sierra and High Sierra. Also included is a USB cable.
USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) and USB 2.0 Compatibility
With this 12TB drive, you get compatibility with 5 Gb/s USB 3.0 devices, which is also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1, as well as 480 Mb/s USB 2.0 devices.
WD Quality
WD knows your data is important to you, so they built the drive to their demanding requirements for durability, shock tolerance, and long-term reliability. The drive is also protected with a durable enclosure designed for style and protection.
High Capacity, Compact Design
The Elements' design offers a capacity of 12TB, making it well-suited for easy, add-on storage of all your important photos, music, videos, and files.
Improve System Performance
When your internal hard drive is almost full, your system slows down. Don't delete files, but free up space on your internal hard drive by transferring files to your WD Elements desktop storage and get your computer moving again.
Plug-and-Play, Formatted for Windows
This WD Elements drive is formatted NTFS and compatible with Windows 10, 8.1, and 7. It can also be reformatted for macOS Sierra and High Sierra.
UPC: 718037872070
In the Box
- WD 12TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive
- USB Cable
- AC Adapter
- Limited 2-Year Warranty (Worldwide)
- Limited 3-Year Warranty (China)
Table of Contents
- Description
- General Features
- USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) and USB 2.0 Compatibility
- WD Quality
- High Capacity, Compact Design
- Improve System Performance
- Plug-and-Play, Formatted for Windows
WD Elements Specs
Storage Capacity | 12 TB |
Connection Interface | 1 x USB 3.2 / USB 3.1 Gen 1 (USB Micro-B) |
Pre-Format | NTFS |
Internal Drive
Internal Interface | SATA (Unspecified) |
Type | Hard Disk Drive |
Form Factor | 3.5" |
Cache Memory | None |
External Enclosure
AC Input Power | 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz |
DC Input Power | 12 VDC |
Material | Plastic |
Environmental Resistance | None |
Green Certifications | None |
Operating Temperature | 41 to 95°F / 5 to 35°C |
Storage Temperature | -4 to 149°F / -20 to 65°C |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 5.3 x 1.9 x 6.5" / 13.5 x 4.8 x 16.5 cm |
Weight | 1.92 lb / 0.87 kg |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 2.685 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.9 x 7.9 x 3.6" |
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