Overview



Massive capacity desktop RAID storage
The My Book™ Duo drive has massive capacity for storing photos, videos, documents and music. RAID-0 mode provides super-fast performance with up to 360MB's2 sequential read speeds (using the USB Type-C™ port). Switch to RAID-1 configuration for redundancy and to mirror data on the WD Red™ drives inside. A USB Type-C port with all cables included makes it universally compatible (supports USB 3.1 Gen 1/3.0/2.0). Two USB 3.0 Type-A hub ports deliver flexibility for additional accessories.

Massive Capacity
The My Book™ Duo drive has up to 28TB1 capacity with a single cable. Free up valuable space on all your computers. Store and back up your photo, video and music collections, and important documents in one reliable place.

RAID-0 Ready Out of the Box
Ready to perform at maximum speed and capacity in default mode, RAID-0. Reconfigure the drive to RAID-1 for redundancy (data mirroring), or use it as two independent drives (JBOD) with the included WD Drive Utilities™ software.

RAID-Optimized WD Red™ Drives
The My Book™ Duo drive comes with RAID-optimized WD Red™ drives inside to deliver high-speed, quality storage to rely on. RAID-optimized firmware is perfect for two-disk array systems with auto management of drive operations to help ensure read/write cycle data integrity.

It's an impressive drive
The My Book Duo drive has massive storage for your massive media collection. With super-fast transfer rates, you can store or archive all your large files from DSLRs, action cameras, drones, and other devices.

USB 3.1 Ready, Plus USB 3.0 Hub Ports
Compatible with USB 3.1 and USB 3.0/2.0, the My Book™ Duo drive works to deliver high-speed connectivity no matter the interface. Includes both USB Type-C™ to Type-C and Type-C to Type-A cables.
The My Book™ Duo drive can serve as a quasi-docking station with 2x USB 3.0 Type-A hub ports for accessories, including additional storage, keyboard, and mouse, card readers, USBs, or phone sync and charge.

256-Bit AES Hardware Encryption and Password Protection
The My Book™ Duo drive comes with 256-bit AES Hardware Encryption with WD Security™ software built in to help keep private content secure. Set a personalized password to activate hardware encryption and data protection.




At-a-glance



  • Massive capacity storage with auto and system backups

  • RAID-0 ready out of the box

  • RAID-optimized WD Red™ drives

  • USB 3.1 Gen 1 ready, USB 3.0 compatibility




Reasons to buy


  • Massive capacity storage with auto and system backups
  • RAID-0 ready out of the box
  • RAID-optimized WD Red™ drives
  • USB 3.1 Gen 1 ready, USB 3.0 compatibility

Specification


Technical Description: Western Digital My Book Duo external hard drive 24 TB Black

Features
Mac operating systems supported:Mac operating systems e.g. OS X can be used with the device.
Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra
Windows operating systems supported:Windows vesions wich can be used with the device.
Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8.1
LED indicators:
Yes
Plug and Play:Indicates whether this product supports is "plug and play". Plug and play is hardware or software that, after being installed ("plugged in"), can immediately be used ("played with"), as opposed to hardware or software which requires configuration.
Yes
Product colour:
Black

General
Type:Characteristics of the device.
External Hard Drives

Hard drive
File format system:
NTFS
RAID levels:RAID is a storage technology that combines multiple disk drive components into a logical unit for the purposes of data redundancy and performance improvement. Data is distributed across the drives in one of several ways, referred to as RAID levels, depending on the specific level of redundancy and performance required.
0, 1
RAID support:The device uses RAID, which is a storage technology that combines multiple disk drive components into a logical unit for the purposes of data redundancy and performance improvement. Data is distributed across the drives in one of several ways, referred to as RAID levels, depending on the specific level of redundancy and performance required.
Yes
Type:Characteristics of the device.
HDD
HDD capacity:
24 TB

Logistics data
Harmonized System (HS) code:
84717050

Operational conditions
Storage temperature (T-T):The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely stored.
-20 - 65 °C
Operating temperature (T-T):The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely operated.
5 - 35 °C

Other features
AC adapter included:
Yes
Chassis type:The type of rigid framework onto which is the hosuing for device components.
Desktop

Packaging data
Package type:The type of product package e.g. box.
Box
Bundled software:Software distributed with another product such as a piece of computer hardware or other electronic device, or a group of software packages which are sold together. A software suite is an example of bundled software, as is software which is pre-installed on a new computer.
WD Discovery™, WD Backup™, WD Security™, WD Drive Utilities™
User guide:
Yes
Cables included:
USB, USB Type-C

Ports & interfaces
Ethernet LAN:An Ethernet LAN (Local Area Network) interface is present, for a wired conection via a cable.
No
Wi-Fi:Popular technology that allows an electronic device to exchange data or connect to the internet wirelessly using radio waves.
No
Thunderbolt technology:
No
USB data transfer rates:
480,5000 Mbit/s
USB version:Universal Serial Bus (USB) is an industry standard developed in the mid-1990s that defines the interface used for connection, communication and power supply between computers and electronic devices. Every new version - for example 1.1, 2.0, 3.0 - is much faster than the previous one.
3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
USB connector:
USB Type-A / USB Type-C
Maximum data transfer rate:
5000 Mbit/s

Power
AC adapter output voltage:
12 V
External power adapter:
Yes
Bus powered:
No

Security
Cable lock slot type:
Kensington
Cable lock slot:Holes on the edge of devices through which a cable lock can be passed, so the device can be locked to a desk etc.
Yes
Password protection:The computer, smartphone etc. can only be used when the correct password is entered, therefore making it more secure.
Yes
Security algorithms:Security algorithms are used to provide authentication, cipher key generation, integrity and radio link privacy to users on mobile networks. The security algorithms supported are the ones that can be used with this product.
256-bit AES

Weight & dimensions
Weight:Weight of the product without packaging (net weight). If possible, the net weight is given including standard accessories and supplies. Please note that sometimes the manufacturer leaves out the weight of accessories and/or supplies.
2.29 kg
Height:The measurement of the product from head to foot or from base to top.
180 mm
Depth:The distance from the front to the back of something.
160 mm
Width:The measurement or extent of something from side to side.
100 mm


Product details


718037872131-XGY Western Digital 0718037872131

Western Digital My Book Duo external hard drive 24 TB Black

£780.60 and In stock

SKU718037872131-XGY


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Western Digital My Book Duo external hard drive 24 TB Black

Quick Code: Q1797465 MPN: 718037872131-XGY
£780.60

In Stock