--- product_id: 381469585 title: "Western Digital 18TB Elements Desktop External Hard Drive USB 3.0 for plug-and-play storage - Western DigitalBWLG0180HBK-NESN" brand: "wd" price: "€ 914.01" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Wd" url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/381469585-western-digital-18tb-elements-desktop-external-hard-drive-usb-3 store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # USB 3.0 blazing speed 5Gbps 18TB massive storage Plug-and-play Windows & Mac Western Digital 18TB Elements Desktop External Hard Drive USB 3.0 for plug-and-play storage - Western DigitalBWLG0180HBK-NESN **Brand:** wd **Price:** € 914.01 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💼 Store More, Work Faster, Stress Less! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Western Digital 18TB Elements Desktop External Hard Drive USB 3.0 for plug-and-play storage - Western DigitalBWLG0180HBK-NESN by wd - **How much does it cost?** € 914.01 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/381469585-western-digital-18tb-elements-desktop-external-hard-drive-usb-3) ## Best For - wd enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted wd brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Trusted WD Quality:** Backed by Western Digital’s legendary reliability and 4.6-star rating from 26,000+ users. - • **Massive 18TB Capacity:** Store your entire digital life and then some—never worry about running out of space again. - • **Sleek, Durable Design:** Metal enclosure combines style and rugged reliability for your desktop setup. - • **Universal Compatibility:** Seamlessly works with Windows, Mac, gaming consoles, and laptops—plug in and play instantly. - • **Blazing Fast USB 3.0 Transfer:** Move large files in seconds with up to 5Gbps data transfer speeds—time is money. ## Overview The Western Digital 18TB Elements Desktop External Hard Drive offers massive, reliable storage with ultra-fast USB 3.0 connectivity. Designed for professionals and creatives, it supports plug-and-play on Windows and Mac, delivering seamless compatibility and trusted WD durability in a sleek metal enclosure. ## Description WD Elements desktop storage with USB 3.0 offers reliable, high-capacity, add-on storage, fast data transfer rates and universal connectivity with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 devices. The sleek design features up to 18TB capacity plus WD quality and reliability. As used for storage capacity, one terabyte (TB) = one thousand GB. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment. Review: - - - Review: hit quality product - high quality ## Features - High-capacity add-on storage.Specific uses: Business, personal - Fast data transfers - Plug-and-play ready for Windows PCs - WD quality inside and out ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08KTRBHP1 | | Additional Features | Portable | | Best Sellers Rank | #16,945 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #86 in External Hard Drives | | Brand | WD | | Built-In Media | USB Cable | | Cache Memory Installed Size | 18 | | Color | Black, white | | Compatible Devices | Gaming Console, Laptop, PC | | Compatible Video Game Console Models | Nintendo Switch | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Connectivity technology | USB | | Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 26,226 Reviews | | Data Transfer Rate | 5 Gigabits Per Second | | Digital Storage Capacity | 18 TB | | Digital storage capacity | 18 TB | | Enclosure Material | Metal | | Form Factor | 3.5-inch | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00718037878782 | | Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk | | Hard Disk Form Factor | 3.5 Inches | | Hard Disk Interface | USB 3.0 | | Hard disk form factor | 3.5 Inches | | Hard disk interface | USB 3.0 | | Hard-Drive Size | 18 TB | | Hardware Connectivity | USB | | Hardware Platform | Mac, PC | | Installation Type | External Hard Drive | | Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 13.5L x 4.8W x 16.6Th centimeters | | Item Weight | 2.71 Pounds | | Manufacturer | WD | | Media Speed | 113.5 megabytes_per_second | | Mfr Part Number | WDBWLG0180HBK-NESN | | Model Name | Elements Desktop | | Model Number | WDBWLG0180HBK-NESN | | Number of Items | 1 | | Read Speed | 113.5 Megabytes Per Second | | Special features | Portable | | Specific Uses For Product | business, personal | | UPC | 718037878782 | ## Product Details - **Digital storage capacity:** 18 TB - **Hard disk interface:** USB 1.1 - **Connectivity technology:** USB - **Brand:** WD - **Special features:** Portable - **Hard disk form factor:** 3.5 Inches - **Hard disk description:** Mechanical Hard Disk - **Compatible devices:** Gaming Console, Laptop, PC - **Installation type:** External Hard Drive - **Colour:** Black, white ## Images ![Western Digital 18TB Elements Desktop External Hard Drive USB 3.0 for plug-and-play storage - Western DigitalBWLG0180HBK-NESN - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71MDGnNGWYL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will this drive WD Elements Desktop work with my Xbox or PS4? What about my Mac or PC?** A: Yes, however, it’s best suited for PC or Mac. For the best gaming experience, we recommend the WD_BLACK D50, which is designed for optimal compatibility with Xbox/PS5/PS4. **Q: I'm not computer savvy, is the set-up easy?** A: Setup is simple! Plug the drive into a USB Type-A 3.0 or 2.0 port using the included USB Type-A cable and open your device’s file manager, such as File Explorer or Finder. **Q: Do you need a battery for the drive to work?** A: The Elements Desktop drive is powered with the included AC adapter. There is no battery or battery replacement to worry about. **Q: What needs to be done to format this device for mac?** A: To easily reformat to Mac, plug in the drive, open your Mac’s Disk Utility application, and follow the steps from there. Please note, this will erase any data on the drive. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - *by J***E on 24 July 2022* - ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ hit quality product *by D***N on 18 February 2022* high quality ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Tested and used *by A***V on 7 July 2020* Tested the drive, everything is good. 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