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Name: WD - Easystore 1TB External USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable Hard Drive - Black
Brand: WD
SKU: 6406515
Price: 144.99 USD
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Rating: 4.7 (13706 reviews)

WD - Easystore 1TB External USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable Hard Drive - Black

Model:: WDBAJN0010BBK-WESN; |
SKU:: 6406515

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QuestionWill this drive work with a Samsung Chromebook?
Asked 8 years ago by ChromeUser.
- Answer Yes, this unit will work with a Chromebook.
  Answered 8 years ago by CommunityAnswer
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QuestionIf i format it for my MacBook can I still access the information using a windows based laptop?
Asked 8 years ago by MikeL.
- Answer If using a mac specific file format like HFS+ then no, it will not be readable by Windows. However you can format the drive using exFAT which will be compatible with both.
  Answered 8 years ago by bensonr2
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QuestionCan I clone my "C" drive using Acronis True Image, or Norton Ghost to this unit? So, if my internal HD dies, will I be able to clone a new "C" HD from this WD cloned external HD, so I'll be up and running again?
Asked 8 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Do not clone your system disk to a USB-drive, Windows cannot boot from a USB-drive. The cloning should be done from Acronis Bootable Media (created on CD/DVD or Flash). When cloning from Acronis Bootable Media, you do not need to have an operating system or an Acronis product installed on the new drive. You do not even need to have the new drive formatted to do the cloning. For information on Acronis Bootable Media see Acronis bootable media: https://kb.acronis.com/content/1537 Even when you start cloning in Windows, the computer will reboot into the Linux environment the same as when booting from the rescue media. Because of this, it is better to clone under rescue media. For example, there may be a case when your hard disk drives are detected in Windows and not detected in Linux. If this is the case, the cloning operation will fail after reboot. When booting from the rescue media, you can make sure that Acronis True Image detects both the source and target disks before starting the cloning operation. Cloning of both desktop and laptop hard disks is supported.
  Answered 8 years ago by EagleII
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QuestionI am moving files from a Windows 7 computer to Windows 10 and would like to hand pick the files... Can I drag and drop files into the system?
Asked 8 years ago by RichardH.
- Answer Yes. Works just like a USB drive.
  Answered 8 years ago by Nooks44
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QuestionDoes this backup from where it was last backed up or does it start from the beginning?
Asked 7 years ago by Dolly.
- Answer It backs up new or updated files after the initial back up. You can customize as needed.
  Answered 7 years ago by WJI01
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QuestionCan this be used for extra storage for Xbox one?
Asked 8 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Yes, I'm using one for my Xbox 1 X.It works fine. But I'm using the 4Tb model, which, for the Xbox One X, would be a wise decision. I've already filled the internal drive and about 300Gig of the external drive already and I've only had the Xbox One X since it was released. Go for a 4Tb for your Xbox!
  Answered 8 years ago by MarkJFerreri
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QuestionCan I use this to completely mirror my current old pc (windows 7) and all my files, pictures, favorites, bookmarks to transfer to a new pc with windows 10? will it cause issues copying windows 7 to a computer with windows 10? not tech savy at all, sorry
Asked 6 years ago by finallylivinglife.
- Answer Hi DMB9, The WD EasyStore Portable can be used to backup the data from the Windows 7 computer and to restore it on Windows 10 computer. The hard drive supports WD Backup software which can be used to backup the data from the computer. Please refer to the link mentioned below for more information. How To Backup Files Using WD Backup: https://support-en.wd.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/3653/kw/wd%20backup Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information
  Answered 6 years ago by Western Digital Team
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QuestionI need to create my system image and store it in a safe place after I am done so I would like to know if Win 10 will recognize this as an appropriate destination drive to save my system image on?
Asked 7 years ago by DonJuan.
- Answer Yes. Windows 10 prefers this drive over my DVD burner as a backup destination.
  Answered 7 years ago by Dave
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QuestionIs this compatible with a ps4
Asked 7 years ago by Willt128.
- Answer Yes this is compatible. I bought this about a year ago and use it with my ps4. Works great.
  Answered 7 years ago by Cody366
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QuestionIs this a solid state hard drive?
Asked 8 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer No
  Answered 8 years ago by Iceache925
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QuestionCan I use this to download pc games and play them?
Asked 7 years ago by Danni26.
- Answer Yes, this drive can be connected to a PC.
  Answered 7 years ago by CommunityAnswer
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QuestionCan I name files and put them in organized folders on this drive like on a PC?
Asked 5 years ago by L091.
- Answer Yes. If you have Windows 10, on your Toolbar menu at the bottom of the screen, click on FIle Explorer Now On the left hand side of the menu, Right Click on your TB Drive, Go To New, then Folder, and you can name that folder. For Files, anything in that folder, right click and click on , rename.
  Answered 5 years ago by Facebookadminelliotgoe
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QuestionCan I use this to take pictures that I have saved on an old computer transfer them to this and then put them on a new computer
Asked 5 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Yes, you can. The connector uses a USB cable to be able to transfer the pictures. I recommend plugging this drive into your old computer. Then transfer the files over from the old computer to this drive. Then plug it over your new computer. Then transfer the files from this drive to your new computer.
  Answered 5 years ago by Michael
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QuestionCan I use this to back up my files from my Dell laptop?
Asked 5 years ago by Maggie.
- Answer Hi Maggie, Please let us confirm that WD Easystore is a plug and play device that is designed and tested to work seamlessly with Windows 10, 8.1 and 7 and Mac based computers. It comes preformatted in the NTFS file system for Windows operating system. If you are using a Mac computer then the drive needs to be formatted in the HFS+J file system for operation. How to Backup and Restore Using the File History Feature of Windows 10: https://support-en.wd.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/25298 Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.
  Answered 5 years ago by Western Digital Team
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QuestionWill it work with a ps4
Asked 5 years ago by Tomy.
- Answer Yes, it works with a PS4.
  Answered 5 years ago by CommunityAnswer
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QuestionWill this portable hard drive work on the newest version of Windows 10?
Asked 6 years ago by Red22.
- Answer Hi Red22, Yes, this drive is compatible with Windows OS and mac OS. System requirement such as:- Formatted NTFS for Windows® 10, 8.1 and 7 Compatibility may vary depending on user’s hardware configuration and operating system. Reformatting required for macOS. refer to the link mentioned below to check the compatibility. http://products.wdc.com/library/AAG/ENG/4078-705145.pdf Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information
  Answered 6 years ago by Western Digital Team
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QuestionDoes this work with a macbook air?
Asked 6 years ago by TomK.
- Answer This is an external hard drive, and it can be be connected to any computer of any make running any operating system. The drive is connected by a USB cable to the Macbook Air. When you open the “FINDER” it will be listed as a storage device. Select it and use it. If your computer says it needs to be formatted. Your Apple Disk Utility (enter Disk Utility in your Apple Search or go to finder and look (it lists all programs alphabetically) for Disk Utility. Open the program, and click on the external drive (it will be listed), then click on format to standard default setting (“journaled ...) and the drive will be formatted in less than a minute, and immediately usable to store anything you choose.
  Answered 6 years ago by Stormylc
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QuestionIs this compatible with an xbox one?
Asked 7 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Yes, this hard drive is compatible with Xbox One.
  Answered 7 years ago by CommunityAnswer
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QuestionDoes the WD https://www.bestbuy.com/site/wd-easystore-1tb-external-usb-3-0-portable-hard-drive-black/5792404.p?skuId=5792404 works with the MacBook Pro?
Asked 7 years ago by Tosox.
- Answer I do not recommend using any portable hard-drive that is not made/programmed specifically for MACs. They say you can reformat it, but I have not found it easy to do, and I could not get it to work. Save yourself the aggravation, buy one made for MACs.
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  Answered 7 years ago by lacosta
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QuestionMy drive is working fine for the most part on Windows 7 - however, the scheduled backups using the included WD software always says last backup "missed" when I check. Its set for 12 am. I can run it manually with no problem. Has anyone had this issue?
Asked 8 years ago by jdjax.
- Answer I find the backup software that comes with most external hard drives isn't that great. At download.com (owned by CNet / CBS) you can find an open source program called Cobian Backup, which is free and does a much better job and is more configurable that the Western Digital backup software.
  Answered 8 years ago by Steve
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WD - Easystore 1TB External USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable Hard Drive - Black

Q: QuestionWill this drive work with a Samsung Chromebook?

Q: QuestionIf i format it for my MacBook can I still access the information using a windows based laptop?

Q: QuestionCan I clone my "C" drive using Acronis True Image, or Norton Ghost to this unit? So, if my internal HD dies, will I be able to clone a new "C" HD from this WD cloned external HD, so I'll be up and running again?

Q: QuestionI am moving files from a Windows 7 computer to Windows 10 and would like to hand pick the files... Can I drag and drop files into the system?

Q: QuestionDoes this backup from where it was last backed up or does it start from the beginning?

Q: QuestionCan this be used for extra storage for Xbox one?

Q: QuestionCan I use this to completely mirror my current old pc (windows 7) and all my files, pictures, favorites, bookmarks to transfer to a new pc with windows 10? will it cause issues copying windows 7 to a computer with windows 10? not tech savy at all, sorry

Q: QuestionI need to create my system image and store it in a safe place after I am done so I would like to know if Win 10 will recognize this as an appropriate destination drive to save my system image on?

Q: QuestionIs this compatible with a ps4

Q: QuestionIs this a solid state hard drive?

Q: QuestionCan I use this to download pc games and play them?

Q: QuestionCan I name files and put them in organized folders on this drive like on a PC?

Q: QuestionCan I use this to take pictures that I have saved on an old computer transfer them to this and then put them on a new computer

Q: QuestionCan I use this to back up my files from my Dell laptop?

Q: QuestionWill it work with a ps4

Q: QuestionWill this portable hard drive work on the newest version of Windows 10?

Q: QuestionDoes this work with a macbook air?

Q: QuestionIs this compatible with an xbox one?

Q: QuestionDoes the WD https://www.bestbuy.com/site/wd-easystore-1tb-external-usb-3-0-portable-hard-drive-black/5792404.p?skuId=5792404 works with the MacBook Pro?

Q: QuestionMy drive is working fine for the most part on Windows 7 - however, the scheduled backups using the included WD software always says last backup "missed" when I check. Its set for 12 am. I can run it manually with no problem. Has anyone had this issue?

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