Add 8TB of USB 3.0 cloud storage to your Windows, Mac, iOS, or Android device in a 2 x 4TB configuration with the My Cloud Home Duo 8TB 2-Bay Personal Cloud NAS Server from WD. The My Cloud Home Duo provides a one-stop solution for saving digital content, backing up photos and videos on your phone, and wirelessly backing up and syncing your Windows and Mac computers with cloud accounts. This personal storage device plugs directly into your Wi-Fi router using its Gigabit Ethernet port so you can access, upload, and share photos and videos using the My Cloud Home apps for mobile, desktop, and web platforms as well as stream videos using Plex Media Server. Using the two USB 3.0 Type-A ports, you'll be able to import photos, videos, music, documents, and more from other devices, such as USB flash drives and external hard drives.

This NAS supports RAID functionality. It comes pre-configured in RAID 1, which mirrors the data on one drive to the other for 1:1 data redundancy, but at the cost of performance. It may also be configured as RAID 0, which provides performance gains, but no data redundancy.

The My Cloud Home Duo is powered by a 1.4 GHz Realtek RTD1295PB-CG A53 Quad-Core processor and 1GB of DDR3L RAM. It operates on 90-260 VAC at 47-63 Hz and includes an Ethernet cable and an AC adapter. It is compatible with Windows 10 and later, macOS 11 and later, iOS, and Android.

8TB Storage Capacity    2 x 4TB SATA Hard Drives    1.4 GHz Realtek RTD1295PB-CG Quad-Core    1GB of DDR3L RAM    1 x Gigabit Ethernet Port    2 x USB-A 3.0 Ports    Wirelessly Back Up & Sync Content    My Cloud Home App for Desktop/Mobile/Web    iOS & Android Compatible    Windows & Mac Compatible

My Cloud Home storage is home to all your content. With enough space to keep all your photos, videos, and files in one place at home, you can organize it your way and access from almost anywhere with an Internet connection.

Set up your My Cloud Home device quickly. Just plug it into your Wi-Fi router. Then, use your mobile device to set up your account and start backing up, accessing, and sharing. No computer is necessary and no monthly fee is required.

Use the My Cloud Home mobile app, desktop app, or MyCloud's site to upload, access, and share your favorite memories and stream videos saved on your My Cloud Home device.

Automatically back up photos and videos on your phone to the My Cloud Home device so you can make room for more.

Quickly import photos and videos from different devices scattered around your house, like USB flash drives and external hard drives, using the USB-A 3.0 port on the back of your My Cloud Home. Keep all your favorite moments, action shots, and adventures stored in one central, organized place.

Quickly find photos, videos, movies, and docs using a user-friendly search with the My Cloud Home mobile or desktop app, or on MyCloud's site.

Invite family and friends to create individual accounts. Each invited person can set up their own private space that only they have access to on the device. They can manage, access, and share their content as they want.

Tailor your My Cloud Home device to fit your personal needs and preferences using downloadable services, including Plex Media Server, Dropbox, Google Drive, and more. Cloud services may be modified and vary by country.

Store everything in one place, even content in your favorite cloud accounts. Photos, videos, and files from your cloud accounts are automatically downloaded to your My Cloud Home device, including Dropbox, Box, Google Drive, Facebook, and many more.

The My Cloud Home device has a 8TB capacity and plugs into your network to wirelessly back up computers at home to one central place. It works seamlessly with Windows Backup and Time Machine software.

Stream your personal videos virtually anywhere, on almost any device, using the My Cloud Home mobile and desktop app or MyCloud's site.

Collect all your favorite memories and moments in one place. With just a few clicks, share photos, videos, documents, or entire folders with friends and family, so nobody misses a thing.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this compatible with MacOS 11.2.1 Big Sur?

A: Yes, this item would be compatible with MacOS 11.2.1 Big Sur.

Q: 2. Hello, this NAS already comes with 2 HD, if so which model would it be?

A: This is not something the manufacturer has published as it could change from lot to lot.

Q: 3. I understand that this works with Plex. Are there any other fee's associated with activating this with Plex?

A: The WD My Cloud Home Duo 6TB 2-Bay Personal Cloud NAS Server (2 x 3TB) does have Plex support. Currently, Plex can be used cost free as the service will inject ads into your viewing sessions, however if you wish to view on mobile devices, you will have to pay a $5.00 fee for the app and you will also have the option to pay for a premium account if you wish.

Q: 4. Are the two bays mirrored or can we keep separate data on each one?

A: Yes it would be mirrored. 20TB (2x 10TB drives. 9.9TB usable capacity)* *Usable capacity per drive in default RAID 1. User may modify settings to utilize full capacity

Q: 5. Can the drives be updated to larger capacity at some point?

A: You can upgrade this NAS Server with a larger capacity but when you do, it's best to use the same capacity on both bays and the same hard drive model WD uses on this NAS server. Also based on the storage capacity you upgrade, you may need to change the power adapter on the model as well. For more information please view the manual below, page 35. https://bit.ly/2YVZ6Ip

Q: 6. Can it be used for Time Machine for mac?

A: Yes, the WD My Cloud Home 4TB 1-Bay Personal Cloud NAS Server (1 x 4TB) B&H # WEBVXC0040HW is compatible with Time Machine.

Q: 7. In raid set up are the drives hot swappable?

A: B&H # WEBMUT0200JW doesn't support hot-swap. The enclosure will be pre-configured in RAID 1 for redundancy, but you must turn off the device before removing a hard drive.

Q: 8. Does it have to plugged directly into the router or can it be plugged into something else somewhere in the home?

A: The WD My Cloud Home 4TB 1-Bay Personal Cloud NAS Server (1 x 4TB) BH #WEBVXC0040HW can be connected directly to a router, network switch or an Ethernet jack in your house that is part of your network.

Q: 9. Can this device be plugged into a 3.0 USB port on a router, and will it be 3.0 if the connected PC only has USB 2.0 ports?

A: If the drive is connected to a router then the computers accessing it would be using the network and not USB.

Q: 10. does raid 1 support?if so, why do I put it in the filter raid1, it disappears?what drives are in it, wd red?

A: Yes, this RAID device is configured in a RAID 1 for mirroring and uses the WD Red drives inside.