WD Elements Portable 3.0 2.5" WDBUZG5000ABK 500 GB
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Reliable body. Backup utilities. WD Security data protection system.
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2000 GB, external, pC, 2.5 ", 5400 rpm, connection: USB 3.2 gen1, USB powered, warranty 2 years
5000 GB, external, pC, 2.5 ", 5400 rpm, connection: USB 3.2 gen1, USB powered, warranty 2 years
1000 GB, external, pC, 2.5 ", 5400 rpm, connection: USB 3.2 gen1, USB powered, warranty 2 years
4000 GB, external, pC, 2.5 ", 5400 rpm, connection: USB 3.2 gen1, USB powered, warranty 2 years
4000 GB, external, pC, 2.5 ", 5400 rpm, connection: USB 3.2 gen1, USB powered, warranty 2 years
2000 GB, external, pC, 2.5 ", 5400 rpm, connection: USB 3.2 gen1, USB powered, warranty 2 years
3000 GB, external, pC, 2.5 ", 5400 rpm, connection: USB 3.2 gen2, USB powered, warranty 2 years
1000 GB, external, pC, 2.5 ", buffer: 8 MB, 5400 rpm, connection: USB 3.2 gen2, USB powered, warranty 2 years
500 GB, external, pC, 2.5 ", buffer: 8 MB, 5400 rpm, connection: USB 3.2 gen1, USB powered, warranty 2 years
1500 GB, external, pC, 2.5 ", 5400 rpm, connection: USB 3.2 gen1, USB powered, warranty 2 years
750 GB, external, pC, 2.5 ", 5400 rpm, connection: USB 3.2 gen1, USB powered, warranty 2 years
500 GB, external, pC, 2.5 ", 5400 rpm, connection: USB 3.2 gen2, USB powered, warranty 2 years
Model overview based on user reviews
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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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 |
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. use WD Elements Portable 3.0 2.5" month or more i recommend it should buy |
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.  Reverse_rain: use WD WDBUZG0010BBK more than year |
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WD Elements Portable 3.0 2.5" WDBUZG5000ABK configurations
| Price for WD Elements Portable 3.0 2.5" WDBUZG5000ABK | ||||
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| WD Elements Portable 3.0 2.5" WDBUZG5000ABK 500 GB | from £55.99 | 1 offer | |
| WD Elements Portable 3.0 2.5" WDBUZG7500ABK 750 GB | from £42.99 | 1 offer | |
| WD Elements Portable 3.0 2.5" WDBUZG0010BBK 1 TB | from £51.62 | 28 offers | |
| WD Elements Portable 3.0 2.5" WDBU6Y0015BBK 1.5 TB | from £54.40 | 12 offers | |
| WD Elements Portable 3.0 2.5" WDBU6Y0020BBK 2 TB | from £64.99 | 35 offers | |
| WD Elements Portable 3.0 2.5" WDBU6Y0030BBK 3 TB | from £74.99 | 1 offer | |
| WD Elements Portable 3.0 2.5" WDBU6Y0040BBK 4 TB | from £94.99 | 26 offers | |
| WD Elements Portable 3.0 2.5" WDBU6Y0050BBK 5 TB | from £103.33 | 28 offers | |
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Thoughtful body
External hard drives with a high-speed USB 3.0 interface remain the most popular means of storing large amounts of data that do not fit on the internal drive of a laptop or PC. One of the most interesting options among inexpensive and reliable external devices is WD Elements Portable 3.0.
The drive body is made of strong plastic, in which the front side is matte with a small edging, and the back is rougher, so it does not slip on the table surface or in your hands. Externally, the disc looks quite restrained, but not without originality. Connection to a computer is carried out using USB ports of the second and third versions.
Serious reserve
Inside the Elements Portable there is a 500 GB HDD of the company's own production with a rotation speed of 5400 rpm, 8 MB of cache and decent read and write speeds. In the Crystaldiskmark test, the drive achieved the same results of 108 MB/sec for both read and write.
WD Security Data Protection System
Among the small bonuses, it is worth highlighting the Auto Local & Cloud Backup utility, which allows you to set up data backup, including making a copy to the Dropbox cloud service. And the WD Security app allows you to use hardware encryption to protect data on the drive or simply “password-protect” it. As they say, there is no such thing as too much precaution. Also, the drive itself is initially formatted as one volume with the NTFS file system, which ensures its compatibility with operating systems of the Windows family.
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