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WD® Elements® 1TB External Hard Drive

WD® Elements® 1TB External Hard Drive

Item: 912602    Model: WDBAAU0010HBK

WD® Elements® 1TB External Hard Drive
4.5stars
( 41 reviews)
  • USB 2.0
  • Compact, durable metal case for extra data protection
  • PC and MAC compatibile
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Western DigitalWD� Elements� 1TB External Hard Drive
 
4.5

(based on 41 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (26)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (11)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (1)

92%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Quiet (34)
  • Easy to use (23)
  • Easy to set up (22)
  • Large capacity / good size (21)
  • Easy to install (14)

Cons

  • No power switch (6)

Best Uses

  • Back-up (23)
  • Additional storage (19)
  • Photo storage (11)
  • File transfer (8)
  • Video (7)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual user (15), Power user (12), Frequent user (9), Heavy duty user (4)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (31), Business (10)
    • Computer Platform:
    • PC (20), Mac (3)

Most Helpful Positive Review

 

Our 2nd WD 1TB Elements (both working)

Having replaced our DVR Dish recvr three times due to malfunctions (thus losing all recorded programs), we have now hooked up an Elements hard drive to each of our HD TVs to non-DVR Dish...Read complete review

Having replaced our DVR Dish recvr three times due to malfunctions (thus losing all recorded programs), we have now hooked up an Elements hard drive to each of our HD TVs to non-DVR Dish receivers. There is a one-time $40 installation fee that allows any number of USB hard-drive attachments to the TVs but no monthly charge for a DVR. Extremely easy to install and use.

VS

Most Helpful Negative Review

 

so far it has done the job

There were very few directions in English, the instalation was easy with pictures; but i had questions about using for back up that i found no where else but at the Staples store. So...Read complete review

There were very few directions in English, the instalation was easy with pictures; but i had questions about using for back up that i found no where else but at the Staples store. So far it has done the job of backing up my work files and that is all that i need for it to do. I was lucky that the young man at Staples Mt.Pleasant store understood my concerns and was very helpful. I will buy another one of these hard drives when I have saved enough funds. It seems like it will do everything that i need for it to do.

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1.0

Complete failure of hard drive

By Sick Over Loss

from PA

About Me Frequent User

This customer has reached Intern level on the Staples.com Leaderboard

Pros

  • Easy To Install
  • Quiet

Cons

    Best Uses

      Comments about Western Digital WD� Elements� 1TB External Hard Drive:

      This was a great, quiet, reliable external hard drive until one day it just crashed. It's only 7 months old. It locked up my computer several times, then my computer would not recognize it at all. I lost years of data and the only way to possibly recover it is to pay someone $500 - $1,000 or more for data retrieval. The hard drive is still under warranty, so I can get it replaced....but it should not have lost all my data after only 7 months of use.

      • Primary use:
      • Business

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      3.0

      so far it has done the job

      By DebsM

      from Pittsburg, Tx

      About Me Frequent User

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Install
      • Quiet
      • Reliable

      Cons

      • Directions Were Not Clear
      • Staples Store People Did

      Best Uses

      • Back Up Work Files

      Comments about Western Digital WD� Elements� 1TB External Hard Drive:

      There were very few directions in English, the instalation was easy with pictures; but i had questions about using for back up that i found no where else but at the Staples store. So far it has done the job of backing up my work files and that is all that i need for it to do. I was lucky that the young man at Staples Mt.Pleasant store understood my concerns and was very helpful. I will buy another one of these hard drives when I have saved enough funds. It seems like it will do everything that i need for it to do.

      • Primary use:
      • Business

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      5.0

      Works fine

      By Sue

      from Maine

      About Me Heavy Duty User

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Install
      • Quiet

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Western Digital WD� Elements� 1TB External Hard Drive:

          I set this up for Mac Time Machine backups. Seems to work just fine. Been using it for about 2 months now without a problem.

          • Primary use:
          • Business

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          5.0

          Very quiet

          By Sue

          from Maine

          About Me Heavy Duty User

          Verified Buyer
          This customer has reached Intern level on the Staples.com Leaderboard

          Pros

          • Easy To Install
          • Quiet

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Data Backup

            Comments about Western Digital WD� Elements� 1TB External Hard Drive:

            I bought this drive to replace a drive I was using for my Mac time machine that failed. I was pleasantly surprised that this one is so quiet. Been running 24X7 for weeks now. No problems.

            • Primary use:
            • Business

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            5.0

            It's workin'

            By Me

            from Saline, MI

            About Me Frequent User

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Install
            • Fast
            • Highly Compatible

            Cons

            • Runs Hot

            Best Uses

              Comments about Western Digital WD� Elements� 1TB External Hard Drive:

              Doing Windows or Norton Backups takes a lot of space these days. This unit has enough room for both, at least for now ;^)

              • Primary use:
              • Personal

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              14 Questions | 15 Answers
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              • Q:

                It states that software can be installed AFTER purchase. What software and what is the price?
                Asked on 12/6/2012 by Debbie Downer

                1 answer

                • A:

                  The Western Digital Elements 1TB External Hard Drive is plug-and-play so there is no software required. The software you may be asking about would link the Hard Drive to your Computer to automatically back up your files. It would come with the Hard Drive so it would not cost any extra.

                  Answered on 12/6/2012 by Community Answer from None
              • Q:

                Can this be formatted to run on both pc and Mac at the same time
                Asked on 1/25/2012 by Sean from Thousand oaks, ca

                1 answer

                • A:

                  The Western Digital Elements 1TB External Hard Drive can be partitioned into two logical drives, one formatted for Windows and the other formatted for Mac.

                  Answered on 1/30/2012 by Community Answer from None
              • Q:

                Can the drive be removed from the enclosure?
                Asked on 1/18/2012 by Anonymous

                1 answer

                • A:

                  The Western Digital Elements 1TB External Hard Drive does not have a removable hard drive (HD). The HD is sealed in the case.

                  Answered on 1/23/2012 by Community Answer from None
              • Q:

                What are the operating system requirements for a Mac?
                Asked on 1/16/2012 by Anonymous

                1 answer

                • A:

                  Mac operating system requirements are Tiger or Leopard, and for Windows, XP, Vista or 7

                  Answered on 1/18/2012 by Community Answer from None
              • Q:

                will this product work with my TiVo XL Premier (series 4 ) to store my movie on?
                Asked on 11/28/2011 by dennis from Nacogdoches, Tx.

                1 answer

                • CUSTOMER CARE

                  A:

                  For a definate answer to your inquiry, please contact TiVo directly.

                  Answered on 12/13/2011 by Darlene S from Staples
              • Q:

                Can this unit be mounted on its side?
                Asked on 11/1/2011 by Ed

                2 answers

                • CUSTOMER CARE

                  A:

                  This product does not have any type of mounting hardware, but could be placed on its side. To place an order for this item, please contact us by dialing 1-800-333-3330.

                  Answered on 11/4/2011 by Liz C from Staples
                • CUSTOMER CARE

                  A:

                  It is not recommended to mount this hard drive on its side.

                  Answered on 11/4/2011 by Dawn B from Staples
              • Q:

                Will this unit work with a Dish TV 722 DVR receiver for extra storage?
                Asked on 11/1/2011 by Anonymous

                1 answer

                • CUSTOMER CARE

                  A:

                  For assistance with your inquiry, please contact your satellite provider directly.

                  Answered on 11/4/2011 by Liz C from Staples
              • Q:

                NEED A CASE FOR THIS PRODUCT
                Asked on 10/21/2011 by Anonymous

                1 answer

                • CUSTOMER CARE

                  A:

                  Currently; we do not carry any Hard Drive cases large enough to hold this product, but we may be able to special order it for you. If you would like us to research this further, please contact us at 1-800-333-3330.

                  Answered on 11/1/2011 by Cara B from Staples
              • Q:

                This external hard drive will be used for the storage of computer games, online games, and games played from a disk.

                Will I be able to transfer programs from my hard drive to this external drive and be able to use them (games) like I do now, from the internal hard drive. Games such as Sid Meiers railroad, roller coaster, zoo tycoon, and many more.

                thanks.
                Asked on 9/6/2011 by feich101 from kY

                1 answer

                • A:

                  Yes, your PC will just see another storage device connected that is available for use. Games, music, data, etc, will not be proprietary as far as the storage location is concerned. As long as you reinstall the game, if need be, thereby making sure that the correct path is known you will have no issue using this for any data, games, music, etc.

                  Answered on 9/8/2011 by Anonymous from None
              • Q:

                Is this product compatable with an older computer: Dell Media Center Edition version 2002, 3.00 GHz CPU, 1.00 GB RAM, 700 GB Hard Drive?
                Asked on 8/12/2011 by Anonymous

                1 answer

                • CUSTOMER CARE

                  A:

                  This hard drive is external and there is no real compatibility issues with this product. As long as your current system allows for a device to be connected via USB, you should have no problems using this product. To place an order for this item, please contact us at 1-800-333-3330.

                  Answered on 8/17/2011 by Liz C from Staples
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