Specifications
Storage Capacity16000 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeHDDInterface(s)Micro-USB Type B
Key Specs
Storage Capacity16000 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeHDDInterface(s)Micro-USB Type B
General
Product Nameeasystore 16TB External USB 3.0 Hard DriveBrandWDModel NumberWDBAMA0160HBK-NESNColorBlackColor CategoryBlack
Capacity
Storage Capacity16000 gigabytes
Performance
Storage Drive TypeHDD
Compatibility
Internal Or ExternalExternalExternal Hard Drive TypeDesktopInterface(s)Micro-USB Type BOperating System CompatibilityWindows, MacMinimum System RequirementsFormatted for Windows 8.1/10, Reformatting required for macOS
Features
Security FeaturesSoftwareData EncryptionYesUsageBackup, Everyday computing
Power
Power SourceAC adapter
Dimension
Product Height6.7 inchesProduct Width2 inchesProduct Weight32.64 ounces
Included
Included SoftwareWD Discovery
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts2 yearsManufacturer's Warranty - Labor2 years
Other
UPC718037884455
Carry and preserve important files wherever you go with this Western Digital easystore desktop hard drive. The 16TB capacity offers ample storage space for your files, while the USB interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of devices. This Western Digital easystore external hard drive has a compact profile for increased portability, and the included WD Discovery software makes backing up data easy.
USB 3.0 interface
Enables easy-to-use connection to devices. Backward-compatible with USB 2.0 for simple connection to your computer.
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 Apple Time Machine (requires reformatting).
Get More Out of WD Discovery™
Included WD Discovery™ software makes it easy to back up your photos, videos, and documents to the easystore™ desktop storage.
Compatible with PC and Mac*
For use with your existing computers.
16TB storage capacity
Provides ample space for storing documents, photos, music and more.
Limited warranty
This desktop hard drive comes with a two-year warranty.
External design
The desktop storage features a USB cable and AC adapter to work with most systems.
WD Discovery™ software
Allows you to manage your WD desktop hard drive and expands its capabilities.
* Reformatting required.
What's Included
WD easystore 16TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive
USB cable
AC adapter
WD Discovery software
Owner's manual
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- A: AnswerHere is how I would do it: I am assuming this is a Windows computer to which the old drive is attached 1. Power off computer 2. Remove any “unnecessary” USB devices attached to the computer - those devices will be reconnected when data migration (copy data from old drive to new drive) is complete. 3. Connect only the old drive (SOURCE, or the drive with the data on it) to the computer 4. Power on the computer 5. Once the computer is fully booted, and you have logged on, Open the “My Computer” or “This PC” application by double clicking the icon 6. Make a note of the drive letter assigned to the SOURCE drive 7. Connect the new drive (TARGET) to the computer. When you do this, a new icon should appear in the My Computer or This PC application window for the new drive - make note of the drive letter assigned new (TARGET) drive 8. Double click the icon associated with the old (SOURCE) drive - this will reveal the contents (data) of the old drive. If the drive appears empty, you have likely opened the wrong drive 9. Once you see the contents of the old drive, hold down the Ctrl key, and hit A - this will select all contents of the old drive 10. Once all the contents of the old drive are selected, click the RIGHT mouse button on the selected contents of old drive - this will bring up a menu - look for the option: Send To, and move the mouse cursor over it - do not click...yet 11. This will bring up another menu, and one of the options should contain the drive letter/designation for the new, or TARGET drive. Click that option. The data should now start COPYING from the old drive SOURCE to the new drive TARGET. This process could take several hours depending on how much data is stored on the SOURCE drive. A progress indicator should appear on the screen, with an estimate to how long the copy process will take. 12. When the copy process is completed, power off or shutdown the computer, and disconnect the old, or SOURCE drive. Data will remain on old drive. Do not erase or format drive until you verify that all data on the old drive has been successfully copied to the new drive 13. Reconnect any USB devices disconnected in step 2 - leave new drive connected. 14. Power on the computer 15. Once booted, and you have logged on, verify that the data has indeed been copied to the new drive. If so, the process is complete
Answered by Stephen
Q: QuestionIs this hard SMR? Are you a PMR?(2 answers)
A: AnswerThis is not a shingled drive, it is conventional (CMR, which is the same as PMR)Answered by DJTimyD
Q: QuestionDoes this drive have Smr or Cmr?(2 answers)
A: AnswerCMR. At this size it is rare to find a shingled drive. Larger drives than this will use heat, magnetic or “energy” assisted magnetic recording, but for now, this one is conventional.Answered by DJTimyD
- A: AnswerMy Samsung smart TV recognizes the 16TB easy store drive and allows me to browse files on it. I just tried it to answer your question. So it is possible to use it with your TV, but it may depend on the your TV's operating system.
Answered by Hello
- A: AnswerIf they are sold out, presumably there HAVE been purchases. Probably pre-sold, before they were in stock.
Answered by luislast
- A: AnswerHello Marv, WD Easystore External is making noise there could be several possible reasons. We would request you to refer the mentioned link: https://support-en.wd.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/16588/kw/noise .We would recommend you to perform a health test on the drive .Please follow the link to test the drive :https://downloads.wdc.com/wdapp/WDDriveUtilitiesSetup_for_web_2.0.0.76.zip .If you see any inconclusive results, please replace your drive if it is in warranty. Please refer the mentioned link for RMA:https://support-en.wd.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/10336/kw/rma Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.
Answered by Western Digital Team
Q: QuestionWhat type of power adapter would be need if I took this to Australia?(2 answers)
A: AnswerHi Espo, We have mentioned the power adapter information. Please follow the specification. Part Number: WDSC009RNN 5 Volt 2.4 Apms USB PSU Refer to the link to know more about the drive: http://products.wdc.com/library/AAG/ENG/4078-705144.pdf -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for informationAnswered by Western Digital Team
Q: QuestionI've misplaced my ac adapter. I know it's a 12v, but what amp do I need?(4 answers)
A: Answer12v, 1.5Amp https://www.ebay.com/c/4015342227 Hope this helpsAnswered by Stephen
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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 237 reviews
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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
- 4.5Quality
Rating 4.5 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
BIG WD Easystore 16TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive
This ext hard drive has been great as I'm able to store on it a lot of MP4 videos, WAV & MP3 audio files that I work with for my marketing and sales job. Otherwise my 2 GB SSD would have filled up a long time ago. It does need some time (3-4 seconds) to 'spin up' if you haven't accessed it in a while. And it does make some soft 'sounds' at points in the day but nothing distracting or loud enough that ambient office noise doesn't drown out. Would buy another one again as this fills up! 3TB used so far w/ 12 TB left.
Posted by Jbell
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Another good western digital hard drive
I liked my Western digital 14TB Easystore so much that I ended up purchasing the 16TB version as well. Usable space after formatting with NTFS was 12.5TB. This 16TB drive runs slightly faster on average then my 14TB version according to CrystalDiskMark. It was on sale when I purchased it on 4/2021 at $267. As of 6/2021 it is on sale at $450. So glad I purchased it when I did.
Posted by maaachuuun
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Tons of storage for extra games movies and more
Tons of storage for all your videos music pictures and more. I have this as a backup storage on my gaming pc. Best part about this HD, it's very quite and works on both mac OS and PC. Also easy to install.
Posted by Strykerx
