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16TB WD easystore USB 3.2 Gen 1 Desktop Hard Drive

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$280

$380

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B&H Photo Video has 16TB WD easystore USB 3.2 Gen 1 Desktop Hard Drive (WDBAMA0160HBK-NESN) for $279.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member wmillard11 for finding this deal.

Features:
  • 16TB Storage Capacity
  • Micro-USB 3.2 Gen 1 Interface
  • AC Powered
  • Kensington Lock Slot
  • Preformatted for Windows
  • Mac Compatible with Reformatting
  • Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty

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  • About this deal:
    • Offer ends Apr 26 at 8:59 PM PDT or while supplies last.
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 5/5 from B&H Photo Video customer reviews.
  • About this store:
    • Details of B&H Photo Video's return policy (here)

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Written by wmillard11
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B&H Photo Video has 16TB WD easystore USB 3.2 Gen 1 Desktop Hard Drive (WDBAMA0160HBK-NESN) for $279.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member wmillard11 for finding this deal.

Features:
  • 16TB Storage Capacity
  • Micro-USB 3.2 Gen 1 Interface
  • AC Powered
  • Kensington Lock Slot
  • Preformatted for Windows
  • Mac Compatible with Reformatting
  • Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Offer ends Apr 26 at 8:59 PM PDT or while supplies last.
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 5/5 from B&H Photo Video customer reviews.
  • About this store:
    • Details of B&H Photo Video's return policy (here)

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Today 06:15 PM
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macproToday 06:15 PM
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Bravo B&H

Love this even more because of their tax free card
Today 06:36 PM
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HairyButtGoblinToday 06:36 PM
415 Posts
I got my easystore 14tb drives for about 180 or 190 like 2 years ago. Wth
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Today 06:38 PM
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indian90Today 06:38 PM
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Quote from HairyButtGoblin :
I got my easystore 14tb drives for about 180 or 190 like 2 years ago. Wth
This guy...
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Today 06:45 PM
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SUBHEREO-FYIToday 06:45 PM
258 Posts
Still $100 overpriced.
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Today 06:50 PM
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icedhotToday 06:50 PM
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is this shuckable to use on a desktop computer?
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Today 07:02 PM
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TrekboyToday 07:02 PM
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Quote from icedhot :
is this shuckable to use on a desktop computer?
Per Google AI search results:
Yes, the Western Digital EasyStore 16TB (WDBAMA0160HBK-NESN) is generally considered shuckable, allowing you to remove the internal drive from its enclosure. It typically contains a WD White Label drive, and you may need to use the 3.3v pin trick (tape method) to make it work with standard power supply cables.
Key Considerations for this Model:
  • 3.3v Pin Issue: Shucked WD drives often require covering the third pin (3.3v) on the SATA power connector with Kapton tape to prevent the drive from failing to power on.
  • White Label Drives: The drive inside is usually a "white label" Helium-filled drive (often equivalent to a WD Red/Red Pro or White Label Ultrastar) rather than a retail-branded drive.
  • Warranty: Shucking (disassembling the plastic enclosure) will likely void the manufacturer's warranty.
  • Alternative: The 16TB EasyStore is often favored by data hoarders for its high capacity at a lower price point compared to bare drives.
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Today 07:03 PM
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beavis9kToday 07:03 PM
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Quote from HairyButtGoblin :
I got my easystore 14tb drives for about 180 or 190 like 2 years ago. Wth
Are you serious?

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Today 07:08 PM
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icedhotToday 07:08 PM
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thank you - i copy paste for future referencce

Quote from Trekboy :
Per Google AI search results:
Yes, the Western Digital EasyStore 16TB (WDBAMA0160HBK-NESN) is generally considered shuckable, allowing you to remove the internal drive from its enclosure. It typically contains a WD White Label drive, and you may need to use the 3.3v pin trick (tape method) to make it work with standard power supply cables.
Key Considerations for this Model:
  • 3.3v Pin Issue: Shucked WD drives often require covering the third pin (3.3v) on the SATA power connector with Kapton tape to prevent the drive from failing to power on.
  • White Label Drives: The drive inside is usually a "white label" Helium-filled drive (often equivalent to a WD Red/Red Pro or White Label Ultrastar) rather than a retail-branded drive.
  • Warranty: Shucking (disassembling the plastic enclosure) will likely void the manufacturer's warranty.
  • Alternative: The 16TB EasyStore is often favored by data hoarders for its high capacity at a lower price point compared to bare drives.
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Today 07:31 PM
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HairyButtGoblinToday 07:31 PM
414 Posts
Quote from beavis9k :
Are you serious?
Yes, best buy, cyber Monday, 5 of em for my Synology.
Today 07:34 PM
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jb3Today 07:34 PM
141 Posts
Quote from SUBHEREO-FYI :
Still $100 overpriced.
Have you looked at hard drive prices in 2026? My $160 drive I bought in 2023 is going for $489 now.
Today 07:43 PM
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rb5505Today 07:43 PM
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Quote from jb3 :

Have you looked at hard drive prices in 2026? My $160 drive I bought in 2023 is going for $489 now.
his $100 overpriced cooment is still accurate & correct. way too many fools paying these ridiculous prices now. advice….stop it!
Today 07:44 PM
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jb3Today 07:44 PM
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Quote from rb5505 :
his $100 overpriced cooment is still accurate & correct. way too many fools paying these ridiculous prices now. advice….stop it!
You're gonna be without a drive for several years then.
Today 07:54 PM
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Zer0Zer0Today 07:54 PM
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Quote from beavis9k :
Are you serious?
I mean, it's true. The 14TB was $150 at its lowest.
Today 07:55 PM
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redpoint5Today 07:55 PM
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Quote from HairyButtGoblin :
I got my easystore 14tb drives for about 180 or 190 like 2 years ago. Wth
I was wondering what I paid for my two 14TB drives and recall spending under $200.
Recently I started running low on my RAID 1 and considered buying another 14TB and converting to RAID 5, but was shocked at prices. I refuse to pay more per TB now than years ago.
Decided to dedupe my files to get by for now. Found a surprising number of duplicate stuff and needed to organize stuff better anyhow.
Remember that all shortages are followed by gluts. When the AI bubble bursts and the many failed projects go bankrupt, there will be a ton of overcapacity plus a flood of used equipment with not enough buyers to soak up. We will see historic low prices. No idea when that will occur, but it might be a year or two.

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