WD My Book 8TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Desktop Hard Drive, Black
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WD My Book 8TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Desktop Hard Drive, Black

SKU: WDBBGB080HBK MFR: WDBBGB0080HBK-NESN
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Key Features

  • Safeguard memories & files with this reliable WD My Book 8TB external hard drive.
  • Enjoy rapid file transfers with the high-speed USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface on this drive.
  • Expand your PC or Mac storage using this WD 8TB external drive; plug and play ready!
  • Rely on WD Backup software to automatically preserve your photos, videos, and important files.
  • Keep your content private with WD Security features, including password protection on this drive.
  • This WD My Book offers massive capacity for creative projects, backups, and media collections.
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Shopper : What is the speed of this hard drive, 5,400 or 7,200 rpm?
Shopper : Is the 8tb drive noisy and if so how loud?JEFF M : Mine is very quiet.STEPHANIE C : Not noisy at all. When you first fire it up you can hear it but it’s not loud.WILLIAM P : I have never heard any noise from WD drives and I use a lot of them..MICHAEL R : You can hear it when the drive engages but I would not describe it as noisy.Blake D : It is not noisy. At times it will sound like a fan is running when it starts up, or if it has been sitting a while and you access it, but it is not constant. It is silent the majority of the time.
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?MICHAEL S : Need more store for my music and photos.DAVID M : Backup for WeddingsTHOMAS S : Price and review combinationKATHLEEN M : I purchase one every few years for photography backupJEANNETTE H : Friend recommended itHELEN D : Storage I Have a WB TBTYLER F : My Book has always been reliable in my experience. I back an extensive amount of photographs and videos.CAMON S : Size and speed.TONY K : WD's reputation for reliability, capacity and price.DANILO A : I have tons of portable hard drives, need to organize stuff XDKEVIN S : I've used other WD products the past. Never had a problem.JASON R : I buy drives in duplicate to archive my work when it is doneJIM M : I have four other WD My Book external hard drives. I've had no trouble with any of them. It seems a good buy considering how much memory this drive has.Jarid A : Sale PriceTERRY H : WD, has proven its self over the years.Rosa M : I needed more storage for photos, videos, etc.MAN HANG K : For back up use.WAYNE S : I've bought these before and have never had a problem with them.CHIEN-SHENG S : I need to keep all my digital photos into a backup HD.JAMES R : back up for businessChristopher F : A slower, less expensive drive to use a mirror for my G-Drive.Jose N : I chose this because of the price point, consistent reviews on several sites, and it comes Mac compatible.PHILIP T : Need to replace another manufacturers external 8 TB drive.Azat G : good reviews!ANTHONY C : I own a we driveKAREN T : I have always had great success with Western Digital portable and external hard drives. I trust their brand.Justin M : WD has a solid reputation, and 8TB for $160 ($20/TB) is a good deal in 2019.DAVID M : I have other WD units. They work exceedingly well. Needed another.Ron S : Good reputation. No sales tax. Free shipping.HOSSAM S : WD drives have been extremely reliable and easy to use for me.J L : The price/tb And I needed a large drive for backup.Martin M : I've used products like this in the past and needed another.CAILONG Z : Good reviewANDREW M : Good price for high capacity.

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Review Summary

2025-07-05T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Data is secure now

Greae storage device.provides enormous security in regards to data protectin and recovery. Wish I had it sooner.

Bharris

2025-07-03T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Glad I went with refurb. Good as new!

Works perfectly! No issues at all. Easily transfers media and runs Plex server.

FKRC

2025-06-10T20:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Not an easy install on MAC

The Drive seems to work fine but the install on a MAC has issues. Not clean at all. I skipped the final steps as I couldn't get the extensions to install. Appears to work fine with Timemachine so far

Mark D.

2025-06-07T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Could not be Happier with this purchase!!

Easy to use and is fast well fast for me anyways have no problem with a big file to transfer to this HD. I do lots of music transfers and this unit is great for me..

KonaBob

2025-06-02T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Shipping is crazy bad

I know this isn't amazon, but this order has been "preparing to ship" for 12 days now...

mhopeng

2025-05-27T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Problems with the drive I received (12 TB My Book)

Unfortunately the drive I received here is a bum. From day one, it made loud grinding noises. My other drives do not make these noises. When I checked the drive, it didn't show errors so I checked the cords with alternatives I knew to be working well. The noise was not consistent so I attempted to load files. The files wouldn't show correctly as if they weren't loading onto the drive. When I closed the folder and reopened, they were there. This is also not normal behavior. I also noticed intermittent behaviors were the drive would load much slower than the rest (including another 12 tb with matching files). Sometimes taking 15-20 minutes (I'd give up on it loading and go do something else only to come back and it's loaded). It has caused disk utility to crash and I haven't had that happen before. DU only crashes or loads very slowly when this drive is connected. Sometimes the drive doesn't connect at all. I reached out for support but will likely have to exchange under warranty. I feel there is something not right and I have numerous WD EHD's, this one is not behaving normally. I have a concern of being forced into a refurbished option but my drive is only 2.5 months old and has had this problem since day one. I wish I'd gone with my gut for the exchange before the first 30 days. I am also concerned I will now have additional shipping costs despite that this drive was sent to me like this.

Idon'tlistmynameusually

2025-05-25T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Good Product

Good product so far it is working for the time being, WD seems to be good product

mc12

2025-05-21T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

DECADES OF RELIABLE HARD DRIVES

We started using Western products for business in the late 1980's and had very few quality issues. Later in retirement we continued to use Western external hard drives as backup to our computer drives. In the last decade we began using the external hard drive for all things and no longer relied on the computer hard drive to backup of personal files. We have had only one Western drive unexplained failure some years ago so starting backing up on two or more drives. We still have that drive and when testes after sitting for more than five years it starting operating as if nothing was wrong. Unfortunately it did not last and when shut down would never boot up again. So we still trust in their product after many decades. However we also suggest you backup the backup.

From-1980"s-an-80yr o.

2025-04-20T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

MyBook 4TB external hard driver

Bought to replace my older (12+ year old) external hard drive. It finally quit.

Ed J.

2025-04-06T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Good External Drive

A large capacity external drive at a reasonable price. I purchased this drive as a second Time Machine backup drive for a Mac Studio Desktop computer. It is not as fast as my primary Thunderbolt drive pro, but I was surprised how much faster it was than my former usb 3 drives were. The power connection is inconsistent with some jiggline of the power plug into the drive, but I can get it to work. And the reasonable price of the refurbished drive is worth the slight power inconvenience.

Jay Z.

2025-03-15T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Initial thoughts

Really can not say a lot about the storage drive at this point, Haven't used it much yet. so far so good.

Joe O.

2025-02-10T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Reliable

With files getting larger and the amount of files needed to be stored I needed something very reliable. This 16 Tb should hold me for a while.

Alan M.

2025-02-03T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Reliable & Fast.

The My Book storage solution has always been a good investment for me. I've been using WD My Book for a long time, and have not had any problems with any of them.

WLE 1.

2025-01-24T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

WD My Book

I have 5 My Book external hard drives and this my 6th and 7th! I love them. I have had them for many many years and they are very reliable and easy to use. Price is great and I get good service too.

Sharm

2025-01-11T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Reliable HDD - get's the job done 'by the Book'

Bought a second WD 16TB My Book for my new Mac mini 2024 computer. The first one's still running on my iMac 2017. Easy to use, setup, and run diagnostics

jeffs17

2025-01-10T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Completely happy

Wonderful addition to my laptop. I wouldn't go anywhere else.

hr4you

2024-12-16T19:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Ridiculously slow, maybe broken, no repair app?

Windows first told me there were errors.A couple of days later, WD Utilities App too. I can see my files but the quck and complete tests are failing. I bough the My Vook 8TB 6 months ago, and has been sitting on my desk since then. Now what? There is no repair app? You can run diagnostics but what for, besides to jump ship and throw it out?

DisgustedAlso

2024-12-13T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Ny Book

Product works as it should, easy hookup, backup feature works great

Robert L.

2024-11-29T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Great until it was no longer

I was initially very satisfied with the performance of this external hard drive due to its ample storage capacity, which allowed me to download a significant number of images. However, it has since ceased functioning, and I am uncertain about the cause of this issue. I would greatly appreciate a resolution, as the device represented a substantial investment of nearly $200.

Mickeymichelle

2024-11-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Refurbished WD 14 TB drive is great

I was a bit skeptical buying a refurbished HD but am very satisfied with the product.

Peter M.

2024-11-10T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

So Far So Good

I have had a ton of WD drives on both Windows and Mac machines, and, for the most part, they have been great. Too early to tell how this WD 18TB My Book will fair. Recently, I had a 10TB drive fail in a MyBook Duo. Did not last near as long as previous drives. Did not replace the drive. Bought an enclosure for the 2nd drive and using it as a single now. Using the MyBook Duo enclosure as a way to route USB cables. :)

David S.

2024-11-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

My Book for DISH movie transfers if Hopper's full.

I had an Elements, trying a My Book this time, since it was a free upgrade. I'm not sure if there appears to be a difference, but DISH movies are fine with the transfer for external storage. The DISH Hopper holds 7 TB. It's too bad there aren't any 7 TB external hard drives. They seem to be 6 and 8 TB.

Camilla

2024-09-12T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Worst Product for the price!!!

Do not buy this . After a year it will randomly go out. I am having a constant issue with this crappy drive disconnecting and connecting. Save your money.

Quin H.

2024-08-11T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Failed, returned, refunded Do not put only copy on

Failed after couple of hours Ate 4 Tb Returned refunded promptly Still cost me $50 to get drive from Backblaze

Tote1940

2024-08-02T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

My Book

Great equipment really happy whit its worst every penny

Jose N.

2024-07-24T20:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Such a "sleepy" hard drive

I read a lot of reviews about this particular hard drive and felt comfortable about my purchase. I am REALLY starting to regret it, though. This hard drive is incredibly slow. It seems like it goes to sleep. When I click to go into it, for some reason it takes several seconds for it to react. And even when I do get in, if I click another folder, it also takes a few seconds to react. I use this for my business (sometimes with clients right next to me), and it is embarassing to have to sit there and wait for this thing to react. :-/

RichWasc

2024-07-23T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

All you need for storage

Everything I needed. Works just as expected. Great value of space for the money.

Swerm_steelberg

2024-07-01T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Avoid WD! Failed after 3 months.

After only 3 months, the drive started making a grinding noise while spinning down. I contacted support and started the RMA process but I still have not received the replacement drive. Multiple support agents have told me conflicting stories. Some say the replacement has been shipped, and others say it is preparing for shipment. I will not be purchasing from WD again.

tyler10001

2024-06-29T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The best drive

The drive is outstanding and the price is the best out there!

Brad A.

2024-06-24T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Small footprint, Large capacity

This is a great device to store and backup all of your work. Highly recommend

JerBear

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WD My Book Specifications

  • Capacity

    8TB

  • Interface

    USB 3.2 Gen 1

  • Operating temperature

    5 to 35 deg. C (41 to 95 deg. F)

  • Non-Operating temperature

    -20 to 65 deg. C (-4 to 149 deg. F)

  • System Compatibility

    Formatted exFAT for out-of-the-box compatibility with Windows and Mac
    Operating System: Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Mac OS X El Capitan, Yosemite or Mavericks
    May require reformatting for other operating systems

  • Backup Software

    WD Backup, WD Security and WD Drive Utilities

  • Dimensions (H x W x D)

    6.7 x 5.5 x 1.9" (17.02 x 13.97 x 4.83cm)

  • Weight

    2.12lbs (0.96kg)

  • UPC Code

    718037850764

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FEATURED REVIEWS

Perfect for saving photos etc.

By Lease

I take so many photos almost every day, that I don't want to store it on my actual desktop computer. I needed a removable hard drive to be able to save my photos and keep them safe. This Western Digital 4TB removable hard drive "My Book", has been so easy to use. Every week or so, I make a point to upload them and transfer to this hard drive. Once all is transferred, I eject it and keep it disconnected from my computer in case a virus should attack it. This happened once before and I lost ev...

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Robust and Reliable

By rmarcks

I have a 6TB unit I use on my Sailing Vessel primarily for recorded media. I've had this for probably 5 years or better. It is subject to extreme temperatures and humidity (I don't use air conditioning). It installation is such that it is not subject to cooling as much as I would like it to be. As I am sailing, especially in rough weather, it pounds along with the boat and everything else on the boat. This unit has lasted and has always been reliable. I'm certain there have been units t...

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When it comes to high-capacity storage solutions that are both trusted and loved, the My Book 8TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Desktop Hard Drive in sleek black stands out. This reimagined design is compact on the outside, yet powerful on the inside, providing ample space to store a massive collection of photos, videos, music, and documents.

This My Book desktop storage is not just about storage; it's about comprehensive backup too. It comes equipped with WD Backup software for Windows and is compatible with Apple Time Machine for Mac users, enabling you to back up your precious files with ease. Whether it's your favorite music tracks, memorable photos, or important documents, this desktop hard drive ensures they're all safe and secure.

In addition to its backup capabilities, the My Book desktop hard drive offers robust security features. It boasts built-in 256-bit AES Hardware Encryption with WD Security software, allowing you to set a personalized password to keep your content private and safe.

Reliability is a hallmark of the My Book desktop storage. It's a product that millions of people around the world trust with their data. It's designed to meet WD's stringent requirements for durability, shock tolerance, and long-term reliability.

The design of the My Book desktop storage is surprisingly compact, exuding a confidence reflective of its reliability. With an impressive storage capacity of up to 8TB, you can trust the My Book to be the reliable home of your digital life.

Ease of use is another key feature of this desktop storage. It's ready to use right out of the box, allowing you to start transferring files, saving memories, and backing up your data right away. The included WD Backup and WD Security software help protect your data, and the My Book desktop storage is also compatible with Apple Time Machine.

WD My Book Features

  • High-capacity 8TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Desktop Hard Drive for ample storage
  • Compact and powerful design, perfect for storing photos, videos, music, and documents
  • Equipped with WD Backup software for Windows and Apple Time Machine compatibility for Mac
  • Built-in 256-bit AES Hardware Encryption with WD Security software for enhanced data protection
  • Trusted by millions worldwide for its durability, shock tolerance, and long-term reliability
  • Ready to use out of the box, with included WD Backup and WD Security software

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 24 months.

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Key Features

  • Safeguard memories & files with this reliable WD My Book 8TB external hard drive.
  • Enjoy rapid file transfers with the high-speed USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface on this drive.
  • Expand your PC or Mac storage using this WD 8TB external drive; plug and play ready!
  • Rely on WD Backup software to automatically preserve your photos, videos, and important files.
  • Keep your content private with WD Security features, including password protection on this drive.
  • This WD My Book offers massive capacity for creative projects, backups, and media collections.

What's in the box:

  • WD My Book 8TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable External Desktop Hard Drive
  • USB Cable
  • AC Adapter
  • Quick Install Guide
  • WD 2 Year Limited Warranty

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