With the 14TB My Book Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive from WD it is easy to back up important files and create system backups using the included WD Backup software for Windows or Time Machine for Mac. In addition to simplifying the backup process for both Windows and Mac computers, this hard drive features 256-bit AES hardware encryption to ensure stored files remain secure. The My Book Desktop drive features a micro-USB 3.0 port for fast data transfers and comes exFAT formatted for Windows and Mac, making it easy to get up and running in no time.

Note: Compatibility may vary depending on user's hardware configuration and operating system. Reformatting is required for use with Apple Time Machine.

14TB Storage Capacity    Micro-USB 3.0 Interface    Includes AC Adapter    256-Bit AES Hardware Encryption    Includes WD Backup Software    Acronis True Image WD Edition Software    Preformatted exFAT for Windows an Mac    May Require Reformatting Before Use

My Book desktop storage comes equipped with backup software 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 the included backup software, you've got complete backup routine options to help recover data in the event of a computer virus or computer failure, or if you accidentally press "delete."

The My Book drive's built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection helps keep your content private and safe. Just activate password protection and set your own personalized password using the included software. For quick, convenient access you can set to automatically unlock the drive on your computer, saving you the hassle of keying in your password every time.

Preformatted as exFAT and ready to use with Mac and Windows computers right out of the box, so you can start transferring files, saving your memories, and backing up right away. It also comes with all the software you need to help protect your data.

Millions of people around the world trust their data to My Book desktop storage. Designed to meet WD's requirements for durability, shock tolerance, and reliability, they back up the trusted My Book desktop storage with a limited 3-year warranty.

We live hectic lives and generate tons of digital content. My Book desktop storage has massive storage capacity so you can confidently back up the files that make up your digital life.

The USB 3.0 interface operates at speeds up to 5 Gb/s and is synonymous with USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 3.1 Gen 1.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Why does the title say USB 3.1 when everything else says its USB 3.0? Is that a typo?

A: USB 3.1 (Gen 1) offers the same speeds as USB 3.0, the terms are interchangeable. The only difference is that it can have a USB type A or A USB type C plug. The WD 8TB My Book Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive B&H # WEWDBBGB0080 is a USB 3.0 hard drive with a USB 3.0 type A cable.

Q: 2. Is this a Red drive inside?

A: I have 4 of these and none of them have a red drive inside. They are all blue.

Q: 3. Can you save to this drive at any time or does it only automatically save once a day to back up?

A: Content can be saved to the WD 6TB My Book Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive at any time. You can set data back up frequency based on use case or need.

Q: 4. What is the rpm?

A: The drive speed is 5400rpm.

Q: 5. shuckable?

A: If you are referring to being able to remove the drive from the enclosure, it is possible according to some online users who have successfully done so but we could not guarantee it since we are unable to verify this information and this will void the warranty on the drive. We do not recommend it.

Q: 6. Does this drive have an on/off switch?

A: No, WD 6TB My Book Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive does not have a physical on/off switch. It is designed to power on and off automatically with the computer. If you need to power it down manually, you would need to safely eject the hard drive from the computer and then disconnect the power supply.

Q: 7. Does this hard drive come with a USB 3.0 cable?

A: Yes, the USB 3.0 Cable would be included in the box.

Q: 8. Can the drive be mirrored?

A: Yes, the drive can be mirrored; the drive ships pre-formatted and will need to be formatted and partitioned before use if using different operating system.

Q: 9. does it come with usb?

A: Yes, it comes with a 3.0 USB cable.

Q: 10. What is the difference between mybook and elements?

A: The My Book has Password Protection, and comes with a Limited 3-Year Warranty. The Elements has a Limited 2-Year Warranty with no software.