WD 6TB Elements Portable External Hard Drive for Windows, USB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 for PC & Mac, Plug and Play Ready - WDBHJS0060BBK-WESN
About this product
About this item World’s First 6TB 2.5” Portable Hard Drive
Plug-and-play expandability
Vast capacities up to 6TB[1] to store your photos, videos, music, important documents and more
SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps)
Editor's Take
Amazon reviewers say this WD 6TB Elements drive is valued for its large capacity, easy plug-and-play setup, and strong overall performance for backups and file storage, though reliability opinions are mixed.
Vivid Repairs says owner feedback is broadly positive, with users reporting reliable use for backups, photo storage, and video archiving, and it notes a high average rating across a large review pool.
Review-Rating says customers generally praise the drive’s ease of use and dependable everyday storage, while some users mention slower speeds on older USB 2.0 ports, possible disconnects, and that it is not ideal for demanding workloads like video editing.
Staples customer reviews are also mixed: some buyers report fast, trouble-free operation, while others complain about limited lifespan or reliability problems after a few months.
On YouTube, search results included several videos that appear to review or demonstrate this exact WD 6TB Elements Portable drive, including straightforward review-style videos and buying advice content.
- Common positives: big storage capacity, simple setup, good value, portable design.
- Common negatives: slower mechanical-HDD speeds, mixed long-term reliability, less suitable for heavy editing or older USB ports.
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Specifications
| Digital Storage Capacity | 6 TB |
| Hard Disk Interface | USB 3.2 |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Additional Features | Portable |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 2.5 Inches |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop, Laptop, Tablet |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 1 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Multimedia, Personal |
| Read Speed | 1050 Megabytes Per Second |
| Media Speed | [50-150 MB/s] |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 6 |
| Data Transfer Rate | 1 Megabytes Per Second |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Hard Disk Average Latency | 1 Milliseconds |
| Hardware Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
| Color | Black |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic, Metal |
| Brand | WD |
| Model Number | WDBHJS0060BBK-WESN |
| Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk |
| Built-In Media | SuperSpeed USB-A cable (5Gbps), Quick install guide, WD Elements Portable hard drive |
| Model Name | Elements Desktop |
| Manufacturer | Western Digital Technologies, Inc. |
| UPC | 718037904313 |
| Mfr Part Number | WDBHJS0060BBK-WESN |
| Warranty Description | 2 year Limited Warranty |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3 in External Hard Drives |
| ASIN | B0D3GW9R4G |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars |
| Hard-Drive Size | 6 TB |
| Item Weight | 44.8 Grams |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 8"L x 3"W x 6"Th |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
