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12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144876394 added 01-24-2021 4:13 AM by Careless_Whisper in Deal Talk
Thanks for the detailed post OP!
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144876514 added 01-24-2021 4:27 AM by Adelley in Deal Talk
2 extra TB and $7 less would be on par with the 14tb fire deal lol. But that hasn't come about since, Nov?
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Post #144884689 added 01-24-2021 11:09 AM by naterhit2 in Deal Talk
This deal is just meh. The real hot fire deal earlier this year was in March when they had the 14TB for $179. I was able to snag 8 and another 112TB to give a little extra temp headroom in home...
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144887461 added 01-24-2021 1:03 PM by nstarz in Deal Talk
Dead on Amazon as its now $215. I bought it at BH before it sells out there too. Seems like we have a Hard Drive shortage this year.
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144887563 added 01-24-2021 1:07 PM by naterhit2 in Deal Talk
It sure does, sorry about that :)
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Post #144887659 added 01-24-2021 1:13 PM by naterhit2 in Deal Talk
You are correct, they are variants of the ent. helium drives and are 99.99% same as those drives. Difference is those have a 5 year warranty. I would gladly pay 50% the cost for 99.99% the...
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144887662 added 01-24-2021 1:13 PM by Md3456 in Deal Talk
FYI.I have three of these 12TB and they make a noise every 5 secs. Everything seems fine. There was a response from WD that this was normal.
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144887839 added 01-24-2021 1:23 PM by OneDropCode1 in Deal Talk
Had no idea they're going up in price. Glad I picked up a few on black friday for my nas. I actually need one more, hopefully the 14tb to go on sale.
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144895426 added 01-24-2021 7:51 PM by wbs3333 in Deal Talk
I wouldn't bet on it. Prices have been going up or staying the same for 12, 14, 16TBs. I'm hoping that they go down but with the supply is going down, being mostly a Western Digital and Seagate...
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144900655 added 01-25-2021 5:33 AM by steven99 in Deal Talk
You took a Black Friday special that was basically offered up a couple of times last year as if it was the standard price....it wasn't and hasn't gone back to that price in 2 months. Yes, covid has...
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144905758 added 01-25-2021 9:37 AM by Simpuhl in Deal Talk
Same for Synology NAS?
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144906265 added 01-25-2021 9:54 AM by AceNJ in Deal Talk
Found it now, thanks for the detailed response. I'm thinking about converting my personal account to a "business" account in case this comes up again in the future. Although that's the first time...
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144915580 added 01-25-2021 2:48 PM by jcobos in Deal Talk
Bestbuy has it a bit cheaper and it's not even on sale.
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144928675 added 01-26-2021 5:11 AM by JollyCreator527 in Deal Talk
I always see comments on how prices go up, nobody factors in inflation. Which we will see more and more.
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144957982 added 01-27-2021 7:01 AM by RelaxedFeather9852 in Deal Talk
They then gave me return instructions and a new one arrived shortly after. This is working fine
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144964063 added 01-27-2021 10:59 AM by i5lee8bit in Deal Talk
Whelp, glad I bought from Best Buy. Both drives were EMFZ variants. 512mb cache (vs. the usual 256mb cache on the Elements/easystore drives), helium filled. Quick tested both drives in the parking...
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #145022257 added 01-29-2021 6:48 PM by i5lee8bit in Deal Talk
I'd like to know this too, and I've asked a few times already with no responses. I bought 2 from Best Buy, picked up in Delaware tax free, and both of them were the EMFZ variants (also helium...
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144878134 added 01-24-2021 6:22 AM by Chambers007 in Deal Talk
Can the firmware be updated to open the extra 2 TB?
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144878533 added 01-24-2021 6:44 AM by SkillfulWriter4041 in Deal Talk
Are these white label or red etc? Any clues?
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144883054 added 01-24-2021 10:05 AM by Himoe in Deal Talk
Red, Red Plus, or Red Pro?
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144883450 added 01-24-2021 10:19 AM by Azrael_the_Cat in Deal Talk
It wouldn't be because of "bad sectors" This is a standard practice across industries to use the same components (in this case platters) for greater volume leverage (reduced cost and inventory...
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144890185 added 01-24-2021 3:28 PM by warsaws in Deal Talk
Yes, it is.
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144894901 added 01-24-2021 7:29 PM by FrozenBeer in Deal Talk
how many hours does it usually take to encrypt entire disks in this size? thanks!
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144985195 added 01-28-2021 8:25 AM by MattGrebttap in Deal Talk
Obviously I'm not the expert or I would have said so and given a recommendation. I will say that with the Seagate, so far people that have shucked have gotten the Exos with the 2.5mil MTBF. If you...
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144880180 added 01-24-2021 8:05 AM by Adelley in Deal Talk
The WD utliity thing or whatever it's called. Tried to set the "Don't sleep" setting but it doesn't detect it like the BB brand. And also can't turn off the annoyingly bright LED, iirc
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144880915 added 01-24-2021 8:39 AM by Azrael_the_Cat in Deal Talk
Password protecting files isn't really related to the drive. Windows has built in encryption for filesystems if you turn it on. ...
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144883795 added 01-24-2021 10:32 AM by lance-tek in Deal Talk
In for 2
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144883957 added 01-24-2021 10:39 AM by ctuttle in Deal Talk
This was also an Amazon Deal of the Day back on October 13, 2020 for $174.99 with one day delivery. Picked one up, and consider it a great bargain. Not saying it will again drop to this price, only...
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144884035 added 01-24-2021 10:43 AM by gen2 in Deal Talk
I have a feeling the 16TB will be $200 this years BF.
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144885001 added 01-24-2021 11:22 AM by naterhit2 in Deal Talk
It sounds like there will be another fire deal in about a month to 6 weeks or so at BB, hold off if you can.
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Post #144885211 added 01-24-2021 11:33 AM by out4ya in Deal Talk
Thanks for the reply, appreciate the help. I'm paying for 200Mb down, mainly to download mp4's and games. On another note, I have a USB to Ethernet adapter, could I get a Female to female USB...
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Post #144885274 added 01-24-2021 11:36 AM by naterhit2 in Deal Talk
Alright great, thank you for allowing me to help you. 1) If you go to speedtest.net and run a speedtest can you please tell me the results for ping, upload speed and download speed? You can run...
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Post #144888475 added 01-24-2021 1:51 PM by naterhit2 in Deal Talk
Elements are made for any retailer Easystore are exclusive to BestBuy New Elements have hardware encryption on the drive Easystores do not have this hardware capability No difference in 3.3V...
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144918628 added 01-25-2021 4:37 PM by fiveohfour in Deal Talk
Bit of a stretch to argue “they” do when “they” = none of the elements relevant to this thread, but not a technicality worth arguing over so I’m leaving y’all to that
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144918685 added 01-25-2021 4:40 PM by naterhit2 in Deal Talk
Correct - not related to this thread, but irrelevant. You can still purchase some of the 6/8 drives in retail locations like officemax/depot etc. My intention was to inform the customer. This is...
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144940120 added 01-26-2021 12:50 PM by konoplya in Deal Talk
i was looking at that one, but many people have problems with the drives going to sleep. i can't have that happen
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144941200 added 01-26-2021 1:26 PM by JohnB3768 in Deal Talk
File encryption is not available in Windows 10 Home
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Thread created 01-24-2021 by joshieecs
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Post #144941239 added 01-26-2021 1:27 PM by Azrael_the_Cat in Deal Talk
Well that shows me! So try this: https://www.windowscentral.com/how-enable-device-encryption-windows-10-home device encryption should work on most modern systems which support TPM and UEFI ...
12TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive $198 + Free Shipping
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Post #145216279 added 02-07-2021 2:29 PM by Bensd07 in Deal Talk
Seagate 14tb for 199.99 https://slickdeals.net/f/14824696-seagate-14tb-external-hdd-199-99
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