WD Elements Portable 3.0 2.5" WDBU6Y0015BBK 1.5 TB

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Elements (portable)

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Placement	external
Type	HDD
Features	for PC
Volume	1.5 TB
Form factor	2.5 "
Connection	USB-A 5Gbps
Manufacturer's warranty	2 years
RPM	5400 rpm
Power source (external)	USB port
Material	plastic
Size	82x111x15 mm
Weight	134 g
Official Website	wd.com
Added to E-Catalog	June 2013

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The WD Elements Portable 3.0 2.5" hard drive is praised for its compact design, large storage capacity, and quiet operation. Many users appreciate its fast data transfer speeds and reliability for long-term storage, with some having used it for several years without issues. However, there are concerns about its durability, as several users reported the drive failing unexpectedly after a few months of use. The short USB cable is a common complaint, and the included software is often criticized for being a limited trial version. Despite these issues, many users find it a good value for money and suitable for backing up data and media storage. Some users have experienced excellent customer service, receiving replacements for faulty units. Overall, while the drive is generally well-received, potential buyers should be aware of the mixed reviews regarding its longevity.

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a model with serious flaws

25 May 2014

Fortunately, I don't have the habit of storing all data in one place. Apart from a few unimportant details, everything was saved. Now I'm sitting here pondering what to do next. Even if they restore this drive for me at the service center or give me a new one instead, I no longer trust such a drive :( I'll be getting one from another company. But first, I'll scour the internet to find out about such issues.

Large capacity in a relatively small case. Flash drives are more convenient, but I haven't seen any 2-terabyte models for sale yet. With this, you can make backups and bring tons of movies from friends. It's well-assembled, with a beautiful design. The short cable is convenient for a laptop, with no cable coil on the table. It doesn't make noise or heat up. It supports USB 3.0. You can't do without it with such capacities...

It would seem like a disc with all positives, just grab and enjoy. But no... After three weeks of use, it just died. There were no prior reasons for this. It simply wouldn't power on one day and that's it :( Not recognized by any system. Internet searches showed that I'm not the only one who faced this problem. It might be a quite common defect.

use WD Elements Portable 3.0 2.5" month or more i recommend it don't buy

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Portable, reliable, quiet, and generally excellent :)

12 February 2014

I think I overpaid a bit. But this is one of those cases where you don't regret the expense. Everything works and works perfectly. And what could be more important? I've already transferred a huge amount of information with it. Dropped it once, luckily from a low height. Even if it breaks, I would look for exactly the same one.

Compact and very aesthetically pleasing device. It operates quickly and quietly. There's plenty of space, and even with prolonged use, it doesn't heat up. I've only read good things about this model, and I couldn't find any mention of breakdowns online. Overall, I trust this company, I've used its products all my life and have never encountered any problems.

Honestly, the price tag is way too high. I do understand it's a big brand, but this is just over the top. The cord in the set is too short, I had to buy an extension separately. The software included is just terrible. And it's only a one-month trial. It would have been better not to include anything at all than this nonsense. I deleted it right away.

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I am satisfied.

11 December 2024

A normal device. I bought it specifically to connect to the TV and watch movies and series in 4K resolution. Everything is fine with this, it even processes large movies of 80-100GB and displays them without delays or freezes. I've had it for four years now. It's quite quiet compared to the drives in my PC. What I didn't like is the rather short cable, it could be at least 10 cm longer. Although that's not a big deal, I'm actually thinking it would be nice to buy a special Type-C cable, maybe data transfer will be even faster... or maybe not, but I want to try. The read/write speed is excellent, sufficient for recording large volumes of files. Will I buy one like this if mine dies? Probably not. Why would I, if I can get an SSD.

Fast, compact, didn't break down after a month

The wire is a bit short.

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