Western Digital WD 26TB Elements Desktop External Hard Drive, USB 3.0 External Hard Drive for Plug-and-Play Storage - WDBWLG0260HBK-NESN
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Wednesday, Dec 17
Style: Desktop
Capacity: 26TB
Features
- (1) 1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.
- Store up to 26TB for archiving photos, videos, music, important and historical documents, and more
- Plug-and-play expandability
- SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (5Gbps)
- 2-Year Limited Warranty
Description
Experience the dependability and spacious storage of the WD Elements desktop hard drive. Benefit from fast data transfers and effortless connectivity with USB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 devices, making backups of your photos, videos, and essential files a breeze.
Digital Storage Capacity: 26 TB
Hard Disk Interface: USB 2.0/3.0
Connectivity Technology: USB
Brand: WD
Special Feature: Plug-and-play
Hard Disk Form Factor: 3.5 Inches
Hard Disk Description: Mechanical Hard Disk
Compatible Devices: USB
Installation Type: External Hard Drive
Color: Black
Hard Drive: 26 TB Mechanical Hard Disk
Brand: WD
Series: Elements Desktop
Item model number: WDBWLG0260HBK-NESN
Item Weight: 1.98 pounds
Package Dimensions: 8.98 x 8.07 x 3.54 inches
Color: Black
Hard Drive Interface: USB 2.0/3.0
Hard Drive Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM
Manufacturer: Western Digital Technologies, Inc.
Date First Available: February 27, 2025
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