WD - My Cloud Expert EX2 Ultra 2-Bay 8TB External Network Attached Storage (NAS) - Charcoal
- Key Specs
- Security Features: Password Protection
- Storage Capacity: 8000 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Number Of Drives Included: 2
- Number of Bays: 2 (Each bay, or enclosure, holds an individual drive.)
- Processor Model: ARM (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- General
- Product Name: My Cloud Expert EX2 Ultra 2-Bay 8TB External Network Attached Storage (NAS)
- Brand: WD
- Model Number: WDBVBZ0080JCH-NESN
- Color: Charcoal
- Security
- Security Features: Password Protection
- Features
- Storage Capacity: 8000 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Number Of Drives Included: 2
- Number of Bays: 2 (Each bay, or enclosure, holds an individual drive.)
- Power Supply: USB port
- Ports
- Number of RJ-45 Ports: 1 (An RJ-45 port, or jack, is an 8-pin connection between a device and a local area network (LAN), using an Ethernet, or RJ-45, cable.)
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 2
- Processor
- Processor Brand: ARM
- Processor Model: ARM (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Compatibility
- System Requirements: Windows 10, 8, 7 or Vista operating systems; Mac OS X El Capitan, Yosemite, Mavericks or Mountain Lion operating systems; DLNA/UPnP devices for streaming; Router for Internet connection (The software that a product must have for it to be able to integrate with another product.)
- Drive Compatibility: 3.5" SATA HDD
- RAID Support: RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD (A Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) includes a collection of separate disks that your computer recognizes as one disk unit. Each configuration offers a different level of mirroring, striping and read/write speeds.)
- Ethernet Standard: 10/100/1000 (Each standard is a variation of the IEEE 802.3 set of computer networking technologies known as Ethernet. New versions evolved to include higher bandwidth, different physical media, and other new and improved features. Standards are often denoted by speeds (in Megabits per second). For example, a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port transmits at 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps).)
- Memory
- Type of Memory (RAM): DDR3 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 6.75 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 3.9 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 80 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Other
- UPC: 718037843797
Keep valuable data safe with this My Cloud EX2 Ultra external hard drive. Custom backup options through WD SmartWare Pro, 256 AES volume encryption, and multiple RAID options provide enhanced performance and protection. This 8TB My Cloud EX2 Ultra provides high transfer speeds, and its Plex Media Server keeps your data ready at all times.
- 8TB storage capacity: Provides ample space for your music, movies and other files. Featuring ultra-reliable WD Red NAS drives.
- Gigabit Ethernet interface: Lets you store data to a personal Cloud.
- Multiple RAID options: Provide the ability to create RAID 0, RAID 1 or a JBOD / spanning structure for non-RAID configurations.
- Custom backup at any time: Safe your data with WD SmartWare Pro backup software or Apple Time Machine.
- 256 AES volume encryption: Provides securely store files across your entire network.
- Upgraded for high-performance: Dual-core Marvell ARMADA 385 1.3GHz processor and 1GB of DDR3 memory helps to get ultra-fast transfer rates for high performance streaming.
- Simple to install, easy to manage: With a tray-less bay design, installation is effortless and tool-free.
- Compatible with Mac and PC: For flexible installation options.
Whats Included
- Ethernet cable
- NAS
- Power supply
- Quick install guide
A: Two, 4 TB drives, 8 TB total, second 4 TB backs up auto the first 4 TB drive. Different ways to configure - User manuals available on line at WD and Best Buy. What's nice is that you get free 30 day toll free customer support at WD, that really works, and they really help if you get hung up for some reason. (Not to short change Best Buy Geeks, but the WD 'horse's mouth' has certain advantages, since they are specialists in WD MyCloud).
Q: does this comes with the WD Red hard drives?
A: I have not pulled the drives out but the information on the box indicates WD Red drives are used. Hope this and the photos help.
A: Yes, you can share files that are stored on your drive.
Q: Does this NAS storage come with hard-drives inside or do I need to purchase hard-drives separately?
A: Yes it does. However you can purchase the drive empty and fill it with whatever size and speed drives you choose.
A: Remote backup is more of a cloud solution. I would recommend looking into a cloud backup service such as Carbonite. It can backup both laptop and mobile devices given sufficient internet connectivity. A network attached storage (NAS) is more for providing storage to your local area network (i.e home or office). There are ways to allow secured remote connectivity into your network but that is beyond the scope of this product. For typical home usage, the network share would be visible to all. Providing secure access can happen through password protection or having a domain setup with individual accounts, but this is also beyond the scope of the product.
A: Yes it works on both Sierra and Monterey….. but if you are upgrading you will have to uninstall WD Discovery after you update and then re-install the WD Discovery app for Mac.
A: Yes it does.
Q: Obviously doesn't weigh 80 pounds...I hope...
A: Less than 10lbs
