Western Digital WD My Book WDBBGB0080HBK 8TB Desktop External Hard Drive

WD My Book 8TB External Desktop Hard Drive – USB 3.0, Backup & Encryption, PC/Mac Compatible

Massive 8TB storage with fast USB 3.0 transfer speeds, auto-backup, and 256-bit hardware encryption. Ideal for securing, storing, and backing up photos, videos, documents, and more on both Windows and Mac. Stylish, secure, and built for peace of mind.

Product Overview:

The WD My Book 8TB External Desktop Hard Drive is the ultimate solution for high-capacity, secure data storage. Perfect for creative professionals, digital hoarders, and remote workers alike, this external drive delivers lightning-fast data transfer via USB 3.0 and robust password protection with built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption.

With compatibility for Windows Backup, WD Backup, and Apple Time Machine, this drive makes data protection effortless. The sleek black enclosure complements any modern setup, while bundled software like WD Security and Acronis True Image WD Edition ensures your files, photos, and media are backed up and protected at both file and system levels.

Whether you're managing a growing digital archive or simply need reliable backup, the WD My Book offers plug-and-play simplicity, broad compatibility, and powerful features in one trusted package.

Key Features:

• 8TB Capacity – Store years of content in one place

• SuperSpeed USB 3.0 – Up to 3x faster than USB 2.0

• 256-bit AES Encryption – Keep your private files secure

• Automatic Backup – WD Backup for Windows & Time Machine for Mac

• System-Level Backup – Acronis True Image software included

• Plug-and-Play Setup – Ready for PC or Mac out of the box

• Elegant Design – Stylish black finish for any workspace

• 2-Year Warranty – Manufacturer-backed peace of mind

Technical Specifications:

• Product Type: External Desktop Hard Drive

• Model: WD My Book WDBBGB0080HBK

• Storage Capacity: 8TB

• Interface: USB 3.0 (compatible with USB 2.0)

• Data Transfer Rate:

  • USB 3.0: Up to 5 Gbps

  • USB 2.0: Up to 480 Mbps

• Encryption: 256-bit AES Hardware Encryption

• Features:

  • Password Protection

  • Auto Backup

  • Apple Time Machine Compatibility

• File System: exfat (pre-formatted for universal compatibility)

• Colour: Black

• Dimensions: 49 mm (W) x 139.3 mm (D) x 170.6 mm (H)

• Weight: 960 g

• Warranty: 2 Years (Manufacturer)

• Included Software:

  • WD Backup

  • WD Security

  • WD Drive Utilities

  • Acronis True Image WD Edition

• OS Compatibility:

  • macOS 10.9–10.11

  • Windows 7, 8, 10

Who It’s For: Use Case Highlights

Creative Professionals – Effortlessly store and secure large video, photo, and design project files.
Home & Office Users – Ideal for automatic backups, large media libraries, and centralised document storage.
Students & Remote Workers – Reliable storage with built-in encryption to protect sensitive coursework or files.
Cross-Platform Users – Perfect for those using both Mac and PC, thanks to exFAT formatting and broad compatibility.
Security-Focused Users – Strong 256-bit AES encryption and password protection to keep your files private.

What's in the Box

• WD My Book 8TB Desktop Hard Drive

• USB 3.0 Cable

• UK Power Adapter

• Preloaded Software: WD Security, WD Backup, WD Drive Utilities

Ready to protect your digital world?
The WD My Book 8TB is your dependable, high-speed, high-security storage solution — built for the way you work and live.