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Black rectangular desktop hard drive with USB 3.0 Micro-B port and AC adapter

Western Digital

Western Digital WDBWLG0100HBK-NESN 10TB external hard drive

SKU CH-3CEB-QMJS3 MPN WDBWLG0100HBK-NESN

10 TB desktop drive with USB 3.0 interface for high-capacity add-on storage

  • Total capacity10 TB
  • Interface typeUSB 3.0, Micro-B
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Setup requirementsFormatted NTFS for Windows 10, 8.1 and 7 Reformatting may be
  • Product colorBlack
  • Key featuresHigh capacity in a compact design The compact design offers

Capacity 10TB

  • 10TB capacity stores vast media libraries
  • USB 3.0 interface enables fast data transfers
  • Plug-and-play ready for Windows 10, 8.1 and 7
  • Compact 3.5" design fits desktop spaces
  • Includes AC adapter and USB cable

WD Elements 10 TB USB 3.0 desktop drive

The Western Digital Elements WDBWLG0100HBK-NESN is a 10 TB desktop external hard drive that connects through a USB 3.0 Micro-B interface. It arrives formatted NTFS for Windows 10, 8.1 and 7 and works immediately on those systems. The 3.5-inch form factor fits a compact chassis measuring 6.50 by 1.90 by 5.30 inches and weighing 1.90 lbs. The package includes the drive, a USB cable, an AC adapter and a quick install guide.

Replaces smaller USB 2.0 or 3.0 desktop drives

Moving from a lower-capacity external drive to this 10 TB unit consolidates multiple volumes into one enclosure, reducing cable clutter and power outlets used. The USB 3.0 interface transfers large photo, music and video libraries faster than USB 2.0, so the upgrade pays off when you regularly move multi-gigabyte files. If your current drive still has ample free space and transfer speed is acceptable, the jump offers little benefit.

Suits Windows users who need high-capacity add

The drive is aimed at home and office users who want plug-and-play expansion for backups and media archives without installing internal drives. It is not suited for buyers who require native macOS or Linux compatibility without reformatting, nor for those needing ruggedised portability or hardware encryption. Users wanting network-attached access or SSD speeds should look at other product types.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in High-Capacity External Drives, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $369.99
Typical for this category: the median of 144 items is $379.99.
Total capacity 10 TB
Lower than about 55% of the 101 comparable items (median 12 TB).
Price per TB $37.00 per TB
Typical for this category: the median of 101 items is $37.00 per TB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWD
Product lineElements
Model nameWDBWLG0100HBK-NESN
Total capacity10 TB
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.0, Micro-B
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Product dimensions6.5 in × 1.9 in × 5.3 in
Product weight1.9 lb (0.86 kg)
Shipping weight1.26 kg
Package size259 × 231 × 89 mm
In the box
In the boxExternal hard drive
USB cable
AC adapter
Quick Install Guide

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Questions about this item

What are the dimensions of the 10TB drive so I can check desk space?

The unit measures 6.50 inches deep, 1.90 inches high and 5.30 inches wide, weighing 1.90 lbs.

Does the USB 3.0 Micro-B cable and AC adapter come in the box for plug-and-play setup?

Yes, the package includes the external drive, a USB 3.0 Micro-B cable and an AC adapter; connect the adapter first, then the cable to the PC.

Will the pre-formatted NTFS volume need reformatting for macOS or Linux later?

The drive ships formatted NTFS for Windows 10, 8.1 and 7; reformatting will be required for other operating systems.

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