We take cryptocurrency — so the coins you hold can buy real hardware.Pay in crypto, spend it on real hardware. Free insured shipping worldwide over $399. Plain, unbranded boxes, sent from Germany.Free insured shipping over $399. Your rate is locked for 30 minutes once checkout opens.Rate locked 30 minutes. Every item sealed, serial-checked and covered by a 24-month warranty.Sealed, 24-month warranty.

Saved items Sign in
Black rectangular 3.5-inch desktop external hard drive with AC adapter and USB cable

Western Digital

Western Digital WDBWLG0240HBK-NESN 24TB external hard drive

SKU CH-JFDY-ZRZGH MPN WDBWLG0240HBK-NESN

24 TB desktop drive adds plug-and-play storage via USB 3.2 Gen 1 and includes an AC adapter

  • Total capacity24 TB
  • Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (up to 5Gb/s) USB 2.0 (up to 480 Mb/s)
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Product colorBlack
  • Key features• Store up to 24 TB for archiving photos, videos, music, imp
  • Product dimensions6.53 in × 1.89 in × 5.31 in

Capacity 24TB

  • Massive 24TB capacity stores extensive media libraries
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface delivers up to 5Gb/s transfer speeds
  • Backward compatible USB 2.0 works with older systems at 480 Mb/s
  • Plug-and-play operation requires no software installation on Windows
  • 5-inch desktop form factor includes AC adapter for reliable power

24 TB desktop archive

The WD Elements desktop drive adds 24 TB of storage through a single USB connection. It targets users who need to keep large photo, video or document libraries on their desk without opening a computer case. Plug-and-play operation means the drive appears in Windows File Explorer immediately after connection. No extra software or driver installation is required for basic use.

USB 3.2 Gen 1 cable and AC adapter

The box includes a SuperSpeed USB-A cable rated for 5 Gbps and a dedicated AC power adapter. The cable enables the drive to reach its full transfer rate when plugged into a USB 3.2 Gen 1 or USB 3.0 port. The external power supply allows the 3.5-inch mechanism to spin up reliably without drawing excessive current from the host port. A quick install guide walks through the first connection steps.

3.5-inch form factor with mains power

The enclosure measures 6.53 by 1.89 by 5.31 inches and weighs 1.98 lbs, reflecting a standard 3.5-inch hard-drive chassis that sits on a desk. Because the drive requires the supplied AC adapter, a free mains outlet is necessary alongside the USB port. The single USB-A connector handles both data and device power negotiation, so no extra data cables are needed. The black finish matches typical workstation aesthetics.

How it compares

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

Price $774.99
Pricier than about 79% of the 144 comparable items (median $379.99).
Total capacity 24 TB
Higher than about 90% of the 101 comparable items (median 12 TB).
Price per TB $32.29 per TB
Cheaper than about 68% of the 101 comparable items (median $37.00 per TB).

New to this? Paying with USDT: TRC-20 or ERC-20 — what to check, what it costs to pay, and what is never asked for.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameWD
Product lineElements
Model nameWDBWLG0240HBK-NESN
Total capacity24 TB
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (up to 5Gb/s)
USB 2.0 (up to 480 Mb/s)
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Product dimensions6.53 in × 1.89 in × 5.31 in
Product weight1.98 lb (0.9 kg)
Shipping weight1.18 kg
Package size229 × 207 × 93 mm
In the box
In the box• WD Elements® Desktop hard drive
• SuperSpeed USB-A cable (5 Gbit/s)
• AC adapter
• Quick Install Guide

Other versions of this model

5 more in the same range

Questions about this item

How often will the 3.5" drive inside need replacement under normal use?

The 3.5" mechanical drive has no published replacement interval; lifespan depends on workload, environment and handling rather than a fixed schedule.

What is the first bottleneck during sustained large-file transfers?

The USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface caps sustained throughput at 5Gb/s, so the connection becomes the limit before the internal drive saturates.

How much heat and noise does the unit produce when running all day?

The drive uses passive cooling with no fan, so it generates only the heat and acoustic output of the spinning 3.5" mechanism during continuous operation.

More in High-Capacity External Drives

Similar items