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WD My Book Desktop External Hard Drive 10TB $228.45 + Delivery (Free with Prime) @ Amazon US via AU

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An unbelievable price for a 10TB WD My Book external hard drive. Limit to 2 per customer, and remember to use cashback.

Features

  • Auto backup with included WD Backup software and Time Machine compatibility
  • Password protection with hardware encryption
  • Trusted storage built with WD reliability
  • USB 3.0 port; USB 2.0 compatible
  • 3-year manufacturer's limited warranty
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  • Sage on 15/04/2019 - 18:00
    +5

    Bloody good price. I'd buy it if I needed storage.
    WD is a reliable brand too.

    Obligatory is to ask, is it shuckable?

    • Pielo on 15/04/2019 - 18:01
      +3

      And what type of HDD is in there?

      Edit: White labels 10TB drives according to reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/buildapcsales/comments/aulcwr/hdd_w…

      • CharcoaI on 15/04/2019 - 18:05
        +4

        Looks like it's a white label drive inside. You'll need to do some work to use in a NAS (also voids warranty).
        https://www.amazon.com/ask/questions/Tx105N5VMV2ON2F/ref=ask…

      • superforever on 15/04/2019 - 18:05

        White label good or bad?

        • Pielo on 15/04/2019 - 18:12

          Hard to say.

          If I were looking for a drive to store random stuff, and did not care if the drive happened to fail, I would get one of these. Or as a backup drive.

          On the other hand, if I were looking for long term storage to save important files, I would be looking for something else (I have 48TB of Seagate Ironwolf with some redundancy).

          • adamiscoolization on 15/04/2019 - 20:07
            +1

            @Pielo: What do you need the 48TB for though?
            Be as specific as you can be.

            • Pielo on 15/04/2019 - 20:12
              +11

              @adamiscoolization: Funny question!

              It is not as interesting as you might think: I have a lot of video footage of my family going back as far as 1950, a lot of photos too. Some of my family members (me included) have moved to 4K video recording. I keep a copy of everything: Raw footage, edited footage etc.

              Anyway, storage reliability is a big concern for me.

              • adamiscoolization on 15/04/2019 - 20:38
                +2

                @Pielo: Ahh I see, so it’s all very rare and precious data that encaptures memories, kinda like family photo books back in the day. My mum still has them of my family. But yeah that would kill me if the data got corrupted or lost.

        • NobalaKoba on 15/04/2019 - 19:03
          +5

          They're good. Same as WD RED but with 3.3v reset.

          Ideal for long term storage in a NAS.

          Don't use the 3.3v reset and they're the same as WD RED, the 3.3v reset can be disabled by using tape over the 3.3v lane, or using a power cord that doesn't have a 3.3v lane (or a sata power adapter without it).

          • Pielo on 15/04/2019 - 19:33
            +4

            @NobalaKoba: I find it a bit misleading to ignore the reasons for binning in the first place and to assure people Whites are the same as Reds.

            They do not even have the same operating specifications.

            Sure, in some scenarios they will function as well as other drives, but people should not be buying these expecting to have the same experience as if they got Reds.

            Reds have proven their reliability and are very well regarded for 24/7 use.

            • et tu brute on 15/04/2019 - 21:16
              +1

              @Pielo: I agree. With the falling price of REDs lately, I wouldn't bother with mucking about shucking these drives to use in a NAS.

              I have been using REDs for years. I have a couple of new RED drives still unused that I purchased for redundancy… the things is, the REDs have been designed for a purpose (NAS), and they operate 24x7. The RAID 10 setup in my NAS's reduces total available data, however they ever ready to swap out a failed drive in an instant.

          • Caped Baldy on 15/04/2019 - 20:00

            @NobalaKoba: Sorry I'm a bit noobish. Is it okay for internal pc?

    • fishball on 15/04/2019 - 18:49

      It is shuckable but you have to muck around with the pin iirc to make it work in a NAS or w/e

      • elli0t on 15/04/2019 - 19:04
        +4

        Nope, pretty sure that's only for using internally in a PC.
        Most NAS's use a backpane which don't have the 3.3v problem.

        • fishball on 15/04/2019 - 19:13

          Didn't know that checked my Synology seems you're right good call

      • NobalaKoba on 15/04/2019 - 19:04
        +1

        Anything that prevents powering the 3.3v lane will work. I bought some SATA power extensions, and they came without a 3.3v wire since it's never used for anything else.

  • juicebox12 on 15/04/2019 - 18:02

    Max 2 per order.
    I need 3…

    Fookin' phenomenal pricing though - 10TBs local is like $460!

    • Ulysses31 on 15/04/2019 - 19:55
      +5

      Open another account

  • Tread on 15/04/2019 - 18:03

    Bought +1 thanks OP

  • Mikay89 on 15/04/2019 - 18:05

    Awesome deal! Got one, also use cashrewards!

  • videoman on 15/04/2019 - 18:05

    Nice price. Get in fast because these deals never last long.

  • Bellpop on 15/04/2019 - 18:07

    Great hard drives. Thanks

  • sirrobin on 15/04/2019 - 18:09

    got one - thanks OP

  • etchomojay on 15/04/2019 - 18:14

    Thank you OP.

  • Titfeel on 15/04/2019 - 18:16

    So US plug included then?

  • Mudkip on 15/04/2019 - 18:20

    Where is this shipping from? Anyone who bought one know the the delivery times?

    • lplau on 15/04/2019 - 18:26

      "Get it as soon as Wednesday, April 24 - Monday, April 29"
      Amazon dates are usually quite accurate.

      • Mudkip on 15/04/2019 - 18:37

        thank you

    • alvian on 15/04/2019 - 18:28

      Get it as soon as Monday, April 29 - Wednesday, May 1 when you choose Priority International Delivery at checkout.
      Ships from and sold by Amazon US.

      Have trouble reading the screen today?

    • RadioBirdman on 15/04/2019 - 18:47
      +1

      Still waiting on mine from last deal. Purchased 25/2/19 Arriving: Wednesday, March 20 - Wednesday, April 17
      Expecting it any day now.

      • Ulysses31 on 15/04/2019 - 19:55
        +2

        It's A Boy!!

  • Godric on 15/04/2019 - 18:24

    Crazy Deal

  • Phlume on 15/04/2019 - 18:30
    +1

    What is the warranty process since it's not local stock?

    • [Deactivated] on 15/04/2019 - 18:49
      +4

      Just hope the drive doesn't die.

    • Ulysses31 on 15/04/2019 - 19:57

      If it's like my MyBook from Amazon Germany, then it's worldwide. Managed via WD website. Had to ship to VietNam. Apparently, ACL says I shouldn't have to pay for that… but I wasn't aware. Cost like $75. But for a ~$800 setup it was worth it.

  • etchomojay on 15/04/2019 - 18:31
    +6

    Available space on a new 10TB drive is 9.09TB.

    • Dienk on 15/04/2019 - 21:39
      +1

      Deal breaker haha

  • SBOB on 15/04/2019 - 18:32
    +3

    thanks OP

    the 8TB deal i posted on the weekend hadnt shipped yet, so cancelled it and ordered this instead :)

  • Mister Plod on 15/04/2019 - 18:32

    Ah nice, just cancelled my 8tb order and got this instead. Good thing it hadn't shipped yet

  • ciyborg on 15/04/2019 - 18:34

    Amazing price to GB ratio. Bought. Thanks

  • Ahan on 15/04/2019 - 18:34

    Bought - thanks.

  • macca on 15/04/2019 - 18:35

    So this is USD right - so around a hundred cheaper than local prices?

    • doweyy on 15/04/2019 - 18:36
      +3

      No, this is AUD.

    • O O on 15/04/2019 - 18:37
      +1

      It's in AUD.

      • macca on 15/04/2019 - 18:47

        Great deal

  • matbro999 on 15/04/2019 - 18:42
    +1

    I'm kind of new to purchasing from America. Does it come with an Aus plug or do I need an adapter. If so can anyone recommend one.

    • DSOTM on 15/04/2019 - 18:45
      +1

      I'm pretty they come with a base AC adaptor and insert plugs for everyone, Euro, Brit, Oz and States.

      • matbro999 on 15/04/2019 - 18:46

        Awesome thanks for the quick reply.

      • NobalaKoba on 15/04/2019 - 19:06
        +1

        None of the 11 8TB ones I bought did.

        • scuderiarmani on 15/04/2019 - 19:15
          +2

          Same, never had a drive come with a world wide plug.

          I generally just go to jaycar for convenience and get a different plug. I HATE adapters.

          • NobalaKoba on 15/04/2019 - 19:23
            -1

            @scuderiarmani: I just bend the pins and plug it into a powerboard.

            Same voltage and current as it'd get from an adapter or different plug, they're designed to take it.

            Wouldn't dare plug it directly into a power point like that though.

            • scuderiarmani on 15/04/2019 - 19:32
              +1

              @NobalaKoba: Braver than I am….

              • impoze on 15/04/2019 - 19:49
                +5

                @scuderiarmani: contact WD tech support and they will ship you out the AU one.

                call up 1-800-429-861 or send a support ticket after registering the drive online.

                • scuderiarmani on 15/04/2019 - 20:04

                  @impoze: Awesome thanks. I recently dealt with them for replacing 2 8tb drives with bad sectors.

            • PainToad on 15/04/2019 - 20:08
              -2

              @NobalaKoba:

              I just bend the pins and plug it into a powerboard.

              Guessing you’re a renter and don’t give a shit about the house you live or the poor person who owns it?

              For a few dollars, just buy an adapter ffs.

              • NobalaKoba on 15/04/2019 - 21:55

                @PainToad: Lol, what?

                Firstly, I'm not a renter and secondly I said "Wouldn't dare plug it directly into a power point like that though."

            • NobalaKoba on 15/04/2019 - 21:58
              +1

              @NobalaKoba: Just to be clear, I definitely don't recommend doing what I do, but it is worth noting it is possible to do without any problems.

              Even if it can be done without any problems, if you do need to do it for whatever reason, make sure you plug it into a power board, not a power point directly. That way if it hasn't been bent correctly there's no risk of damaging the power point.

              Still isn't something you should do though, but there are circumstances where it may be necessary (such as in rural areas if time is a factor)

              • UFO on 15/04/2019 - 22:33
                +1

                @NobalaKoba: All these drives come with power transformers that are usable worldwide.
                Read the back the of 12v transformer and it clearly states 120v-240v.

                There is absolutely nothing wrong with bending the prongs gently to 45 degree angles. When done carefully, the spacing between the two prongs fit perfectly in AU power sockets.

                I have done this with laptops, drives, a CPAP machine and other chargers bought overseas without any issue whatsoever.
                Just make sure you read the back of the transformer to ensure it is capable of 240v.

                The trick to bending them is to do it at the base. Don't grab the pliers higher up on the prong as it'll 'twist' the metal too much and prevent being able to be inserted.

                There is no additional risk electrical or otherwise, and if those above who are negging Bradley would care to explain their reasoning behind it I'd love to hear it.
                Taking the precaution of plugging it into a powerboard is all that is required, but I do that with all my devices anyway.

  • DSOTM on 15/04/2019 - 18:44
    +1

    Bought two. Thanks OP.

  • drmac on 15/04/2019 - 18:46
    +1

    Brilliant - thanks OP! Time to fill up the DS918 from a previous Amazon deal. Very cheap 40TB!

  • DSOTM on 15/04/2019 - 18:47

    Geez, I have nearly 150TB of storage now. When will it end………..

    • NobalaKoba on 15/04/2019 - 19:06

      Please tell me you have drive redundancy and offsite backups.

      • DSOTM on 15/04/2019 - 19:26
        +1

        Yes every drive has a mirror of the same size off site. It's a tedious arrangement but it works.

        • Ulysses31 on 15/04/2019 - 19:59
          +1

          THANK-YOU. A good backup.

          Still some unfortunate folks that think RAID is a backup.

    • Whatisthatvelvet on 15/04/2019 - 20:57
      +1

      Wtf are you storing out of interest.

      • macrocephalic on 15/04/2019 - 22:15

        Lots of people don't realise that when you delete things from your pc it doesn't remove it from the internet forever.

        I stopped storing anything that was easily replaceable; it was so freeing. Now I have redundancy for things like documents and photos, but everything else just goes on whatever drive is available, and if I run out of space then I just delete things.

      • DSOTM on 18/04/2019 - 20:39
        +1

        If it's me you mean, 4K projects I produce - commercials, corporate videos, etc. The data sizes on uncompressed 4K are enormous.

  • Barry Gnome on 15/04/2019 - 18:51
    +2

    Please be gentle with me, rookie question incoming ( bracing myself as bead of sweat runs down cheek ).
    Can this drive be used laying on it's side or does it have to be upright?

    • jrjr on 15/04/2019 - 18:54
      +2

      Will be fine either way

    • ciyborg on 15/04/2019 - 18:58
      +9

      Even though you can use it vertically or horizontally. I would still recommend laying it on its side.
      Reason: If it topples over, depending on the impact it may damage the internals since it's a
      mechanical hard drive, no such risk when laying sideways (Lesson learnt from a past mistake).

      • Ulysses31 on 15/04/2019 - 20:02

        I lost a massive amount of time, effort, downloads… while actually being freaky about handling the drive, shuffled my hands to connect the USB cable. Drive slipped, went from vertical to flat… Bzzzt, clunk, bzzzzzzzt, clunk (repeat). DEAD. And that was short size vertical. Like 100mm high. ERGH!! They're desktop HDDs people! Please remember that. They are NOT designed to take a bump.

      • Blitzfx on 15/04/2019 - 20:09

        Also just to add, never rotate it while the disk is spinning inside. Moving it too hard will also scratch the surface.

        • macrocephalic on 15/04/2019 - 22:37
          +1

          It's rated to 30g's while reading, 65g's while writing, and 250g's when not operating. 30g's is approximately the amount of acceleration required to pitch a baseball at 120km/h (not quite major league fastball speed, but much faster than anything that you and I could manage). You're pretty unlikely to reach 30g's moving it around in your hands without dropping it.

          Dropping it is entirely different, it's pretty easy to exceed 30g with shock force, and even 250g is not out of the question if the drop the drive onto a hard surface (floor or solid table).

      • Barry Gnome on 15/04/2019 - 20:11

        Thanks, good to know.

  • netizen on 15/04/2019 - 18:59

    Thanks OP, ordered one and expected delivery around first week of May.

  • wumpushunt on 15/04/2019 - 19:04

    Out of space, just in time. Thanks.

  • elli0t on 15/04/2019 - 19:04

    Thanks, bought 2

  • BargainLtd on 15/04/2019 - 19:07

    Thanks OP bought a DS918 recently and been looking for a cheap 10TB drive!

  • Ozvalue on 15/04/2019 - 19:07

    Great price!

  • abacus on 15/04/2019 - 19:11

    Thank you, ordered one

  • DevotioN on 15/04/2019 - 19:12

    damn.. i just bought the Lacie 6tb from another place and this comes out??? too late to cancel.. :(
    (would this be better than the Lacie drive?)

    • Kawaii on 15/04/2019 - 19:15
      +3

      This is way better

  • scuderiarmani on 15/04/2019 - 19:13

    Awesome thanks. Will go good with my matching 16tb backup. I was looking at purchasing another but not at $849…

  • Sydgun on 15/04/2019 - 19:16

    Waiting for the portable version.

    • scuderiarmani on 15/04/2019 - 19:19
      +2

      Portable 10tb? Not sure if joking?

    • Ulysses31 on 15/04/2019 - 20:03
      +1

      Pfft… Waiting until under $100, and faster than SSD, and um… something else.

  • yaa903 on 15/04/2019 - 19:25

    Sorry noob question, can I use it as extra storage for my PS4?

    • scuderiarmani on 15/04/2019 - 19:32

      Yes

      • yaa903 on 15/04/2019 - 19:39

        Awesome thanks getting one then!

  • Harold Halfprice on 15/04/2019 - 19:28

    I have one 8TB drive that is pretty much full, so I need another one.

    Eventually, they'll all probably end up in a NAS (but not any time soon). Should I stick to buying 8TB drives, or should I get onto this?

    • fishball on 15/04/2019 - 19:32

      Considering this is cheaper than an 8TB, I'd say this.

      • mahdoo on 15/04/2019 - 20:39

        the 8TB is $212, so it's a little cheaper - good deal though!

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