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product_id: 400135516
title: "Western Digital WD 16TB My Book Desktop External Hard Disk Drive-3.5Inch, USB 3.0 with Automatic Backup,256 Bit AES Hardware Encryption,Password Protection,Compatible with Windows&Mac, Portable HDD"
brand: "western digital"
price: "4400.39 DT"
currency: TND
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Western Digital"
url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/400135516-western-digital-wd-16tb-my-book-desktop-external-hard-disk
store_origin: TN
region: Tunisia
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# USB 3.0 blazing transfer 16TB colossal capacity 256-bit AES encryption Western Digital WD 16TB My Book Desktop External Hard Disk Drive-3.5Inch, USB 3.0 with Automatic Backup,256 Bit AES Hardware Encryption,Password Protection,Compatible with Windows&Mac, Portable HDD

**Brand:** western digital
**Price:** 4400.39 DT
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💼 Secure your digital empire with WD My Book — storage that means business.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Western Digital WD 16TB My Book Desktop External Hard Disk Drive-3.5Inch, USB 3.0 with Automatic Backup,256 Bit AES Hardware Encryption,Password Protection,Compatible with Windows&Mac, Portable HDD by western digital
- **How much does it cost?** 4400.39 DT with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/400135516-western-digital-wd-16tb-my-book-desktop-external-hard-disk)

## Best For

- western digital enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted western digital brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rock-Solid Security:** 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection keeps your data locked tight.
- • **Cross-Platform Ready:** Formatted for Windows, easily reformatted for Mac or other OS—flexibility for every setup.
- • **Massive 16TB Storage:** Store your entire digital life without compromise—photos, videos, docs, and more.
- • **Blazing USB 3.0 Speeds:** SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port ensures fast data transfers up to 5Gbps, compatible with USB 2.0.
- • **Seamless Backup Automation:** WD Backup and Time Machine compatibility let you schedule effortless, reliable backups.

## Overview

The Western Digital WD 16TB My Book is a high-capacity 3.5-inch external hard drive featuring USB 3.0 connectivity for fast data transfer, 256-bit AES hardware encryption for robust security, and automatic backup software compatible with Windows and Mac. Designed for professionals needing reliable, massive storage with easy setup and cross-platform flexibility, it offers a 3-year warranty and trusted WD durability.

## Description

From the manufacturer The My Book drive is trusted desktop storage designed to complement your personal style with a massive amount of space to store your photos, videos, music and documents. Equipped with social media and cloud storage import, password protection and perfectly paired with WD Backup or Time Machine, My Book desktop storage helps keep your files safe. Auto backup with included WD Backup software and Time Machine compatibility* Password protection with hardware encryption WD Discovery software for WD Security, Social Media and Cloud Storage import and WD Drive Utilities Easy to use Trusted storage built with WD reliability Up to 18TB capacity USB 3.0 port; USB 2.0 compatible Complete Backup My Book desktop storage comes equipped with WD Backup software and Time Machine compatibility* to help make sure your photos, videos, music and documents don’t get lost. You can set it to run automatically to your schedule. Just pick the time and frequency to back up important files from your system. With the power of WD Backup and Time Machine compatibility*, you’ve got complete backup routine options to help recover data in the event of a computer virus, computer failure, or if you accidentally press “delete”. Password Protection with Hardware Encryption The My Book drive’s built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption with WD Security tools helps keep your content private and safe. Just activate password protection and set your own personalized password. For quick, convenient access, you can set WD Security tools to automatically unlock the drive on your computer, saving you the hassle of keying in your password every time. Massive Capacity With up to 18TB of capacity, there’s plenty of room to save the massive amounts of photos, videos, and music you love, plus your important documents. Do more with WD Discovery Included WD Discovery software connects to popular social media and cloud storage services, like Facebook, Dropbox and Google Drive.** Import your photos, videos and docs to the My Book drive to help preserve your online life. WD Discovery can also be used to manage your drive with WD Drive Utilities. Easy to Use My Book desktop storage is ready to use out of the box so you can start transferring files, saving your memories and backing up right away. It comes with all the software you need to help protect your data, including WD Backup and WD Security software and is compatible with Time Machine*. WD Quality Inside and Out Millions of people around the world trust their data to the My Book desktop hard drive. Designed to meet WD’s demanding requirements for durability, shock tolerance and long-term reliability.

Review: Western Digital 16TB My Book – A Powerhouse for Serious Storage Needs - Folks, this is Western Digital—and the name alone speaks volumes about performance, reliability, and industry reputation. I’ve been using the 16TB My Book external hard drive for the past two months, and I must say, it’s an absolute gem in the world of storage devices. There have been no performance issues whatsoever—no stalling, no bad sectors, nothing. While it naturally doesn’t match the speed of an SSD, the read and write speeds are quite impressive, especially considering its massive 16TB capacity. The build quality is excellent, crafted from premium materials, and it operates smoothly. However, one area for improvement is the packaging—it arrived slightly less intact than expected. Also, I feel the rubber feet could be made a bit taller to enhance ventilation. Although it already has a decent thermal management system, a slight design tweak could make it unbeatable. For those looking for extreme, reliable storage, this is a top-tier choice. Go for it without a second thought—very highly recommended.
Review: A decent product - Does not offer the transfer speeds they mention on website.

## Features

- Digital Storage Capacity: 16TB
- Form Factor: 3.5-inch | SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port |USB 2.0 compatible| Material: Plastic
- Formatted NTFS and compatible with Windows | Can be reformatted for Mac or other operating systems.
- Software for device management and automatic backup with password protection- 256-bit AES hardware encryption
- Warranty: 3 Year Warranty

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08SMCPP58 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #18,628 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #58 in External Hard Disks |
| Box Contents | Desktop hard drive, Power Adapter, Security and drive utilities, Quick install guide, USB 3.0 cable, WD Discovery software for backup |
| Brand | Western Digital |
| Brand Name | Western Digital |
| Color | black |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop, Laptop |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 59 Reviews |
| Data Transfer Rate | 5 Gigabits Per Second |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 16000 GB |
| Enclosure Material | plastic |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 3.5 Inches |
| Hard Disk Interface | USB 2.0/3.0 |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 7200 |
| Hard Disk Type | Mechanical Hard Disk |
| Hard-Drive Size | 16 TB |
| Hardware Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
| Hardware Platform | Mac, PC |
| Importer Contact Information | Rashi Peripherals Pvt Ltd.,Rashi Complex A Bldg, Survey 186, Dongaripada, Poman, Vasai-E,thane, Maharashtra-401208 |
| Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
| Item Type Name | External Hard Drive |
| Item Weight | 1000 Grams |
| Manufacturer | 236 Moo 2, TAMBOL, Nongchark, Amphur Banbung, Chonburi 20170, Thailand ", Western Digital UK Ltd |
| Manufacturer Contact Information | 236 Moo 2, TAMBOL, Nongchark, Amphur Banbung, Chonburi 20170, Thailand " |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WDBBGB0160HBK |
| Model Name | WD My Book |
| Model Number | WDBBGB0160HBK |
| Network Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Packer Contact Information | World Electric (Thailand) Limited, 236 Moo 2 , Ban Bueng , Ban Beueng District , ChonBuri 20170 , Thailand . |
| Product Features | Password Protection |
| Special Feature | Password Protection |
| Specific Uses For Product | Personal |
| UPC | 718037878836 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | 3 year |

## Product Details

- **Digital Storage Capacity:** 16000 GB
- **Hard Disk Interface:** USB 2.0/3.0
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Brand:** Western Digital
- **Special Feature:** Password protection
- **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 3.5 Inches
- **Hard Disk Description:** Mechanical Hard Disk
- **Compatible Devices:** Laptop, Desktop
- **Installation Type:** External Hard Drive
- **Colour:** black

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: My friend bought this drive and his lg smart tv failed to detect the drive. he repartitioned & also changed the format exfat and ntfs, still nothing?**
A: Use a network.

**Q: Works with Macbook Pro 2018 (15")?**
A: Yes

**Q: want to know if hardware warranty is 3 years or 1 year**
A: Yea

**Q: 5tb drive not available?**
A: CONTACT MANUFACTURERS.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Western Digital 16TB My Book – A Powerhouse for Serious Storage Needs
*by H***I on 12 June 2025*

Folks, this is Western Digital—and the name alone speaks volumes about performance, reliability, and industry reputation. I’ve been using the 16TB My Book external hard drive for the past two months, and I must say, it’s an absolute gem in the world of storage devices. There have been no performance issues whatsoever—no stalling, no bad sectors, nothing. While it naturally doesn’t match the speed of an SSD, the read and write speeds are quite impressive, especially considering its massive 16TB capacity. The build quality is excellent, crafted from premium materials, and it operates smoothly. However, one area for improvement is the packaging—it arrived slightly less intact than expected. Also, I feel the rubber feet could be made a bit taller to enhance ventilation. Although it already has a decent thermal management system, a slight design tweak could make it unbeatable. For those looking for extreme, reliable storage, this is a top-tier choice. Go for it without a second thought—very highly recommended.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A decent product
*by Y***R on 29 July 2025*

Does not offer the transfer speeds they mention on website.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good
*by S***R on 20 July 2025*

Super speed

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*Last updated: 2026-07-24*