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Black rectangular 2.5 inch portable hard drive with USB-C cable

Western Digital

Western Digital Elements 2TB portable hard drive WDBDTV0020BBK-WESN

SKU CH-W4HZ-6FXFZ MPN WDBDTV0020BBK-WESN

A 2 TB portable drive with USB-C connectivity and 5 Gbps transfer speeds for quick file storage

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (USB 2.0 compatible)
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Product dimensions4.36 × 3.24 × 0.6
  • Product weight0.29 lb (0.13 kg)
  • In the boxWD Elements Portable hard drive SuperSpeed USB-C to USB-C ca
  • 2TB capacity stores photos, videos, music and documents
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface transfers data at 5Gbps
  • USB-C cable included for direct connection to modern laptops
  • 5-inch form factor weighs just 0.29lb for easy transport
  • Over 50% recycled materials used in construction with recyclable packaging

Portable 2TB storage for everyday backups

The Western Digital Elements 2TB drive offers plug-and-play capacity expansion for laptops and desktops. It arrives ready to use with no software installation required. The compact 2.5 inch form factor fits in a bag or pocket. It suits users who need simple extra space for documents, photos and videos.

USB-C cable and broad compatibility

A SuperSpeed USB-C to USB-C cable rated at 5Gbps is included in the box. The drive connects over USB 3.2 Gen 1 and remains compatible with USB 2.0 ports. This means it works with current laptops and older machines without adapters. The lightweight 0.29lb chassis adds minimal bulk during transport.

Mechanical limits of USB 3.2 Gen 1

Transfer speeds are bounded by the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface and the internal mechanical drive. Large batch transfers will run slower than solid-state alternatives. The single drive design provides no redundancy against hardware failure. Buyers who need sustained high throughput or built-in data protection should consider other storage types.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Portable USB Hard Drives, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $156.99
Pricier than about 68% of the 365 comparable items (median $108.99).
Total capacity 2 TB
Typical for this category: the median of 239 items is 2 TB.
Price per TB $78.50 per TB
Pricier than about 70% of the 239 comparable items (median $51.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWestern Digital
Product lineElements
Model nameWDBDTV0020BBK-WESN
Part numberWDBDTV0020BBK-WESN
Total capacity2 TB
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (USB 2.0 compatible)
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Product dimensions4.36 × 3.24 × 0.6
Product weight0.29 lb (0.13 kg)
Shipping weight0.18 kg
Package size146 × 105 × 39 mm
In the box
In the boxWD Elements Portable hard drive
SuperSpeed USB-C to USB-C cable (5 Gbit/s)
Quick install guide

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Questions about this item

What real-world speed does the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface cap at?

The USB 3.2 Gen 1 connection tops out at 5 Gbps, and the included SuperSpeed USB-C to USB-C cable is rated for that same 5 Gbps throughput.

What are the exact dimensions and weight so I can check if it fits my bag or mount?

The drive measures 4.36 x 3.24 x 0.6 inches and weighs 0.29 lb in its 2.5-inch form factor.

How do I set it up on a modern laptop, and what step do people miss?

Connect the supplied USB-C to USB-C cable to the drive and your laptop; it appears instantly with no driver install. The step often missed is using the included cable rather than a slower charge-only cable.

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