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Western Digital WDG2NC10000N My Book World Edition II 1 TB Ethernet External Hard Drive | 
| Brand: Western Digital
Category: CE
List Price: $439.99
Buy New: $250.99
You Save: $189.00 (43%)
Rating:  45 reviews
Sales Rank: 2087
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 2000
Hard Drive Size: 500
Shipping Weight (lbs): 7.1
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 11.5 x 6.7
nv:Form Factor: Desktop
Compatible RAID Levels: 1
Total Storage Capacity: 1.0 TB
Hard Drives Included: 2
Spindle Speed (RPM): 7200
USB Ports: 1
RJ-45 Ports: 1
Communications Description: Network Adapter
Interface Type: RJ-45
Data Transfer Rate: 1000 Mbps
Data Transfer Rate: 100 Mbps
Data Transfer Rate: 10 Mbps
Protocols: TCP/IP
Built-In Network Services: FTP Server
Networking Standards: IEEE 802.3i 10Base-T Ethernet
Networking Standards: IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet
Warranty: 3 years warranty
MPN: WDG2NC10000N
Model: WDG2NC10000N
UPC: 718037119403
EAN: 0718037119403
ASIN: B000NKJ2X8
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 2 to 3 days
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| Features:
| • | Simple and secure way to access and share data at home, in the office, and anywhere in the world | | • | Data on the hard drive is accessible even when your local computer is off | | • | Extra data protection with RAID 1 | | • | High-performance 1000/100/10 compatible Ethernet connection | | • | Easy to set up, easy to use |
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Product Description
Add this unique remote-access storage system to your wired or wireless network and you'll have a surprisingly simple and secure way to access and share data and photos at home, in the office, and anywhere in the world - even when your local computer is off.PRODUCT FEATURES:WD Anywhere Access - This storage system and all the files on it are always accessible when you need them, even when your local computer is turned off;Easy to set up, easy to use - You're up and running in a few simple steps. Wizard software steps you through RAID configuration and network setup is a breeze with our unique, powerful remote access software;Data OnHand - From any PC, use Windows Explorer to securely browse through folders on My Book World Edition. Open, edit and save files as though they are right there with you;Extra data protection with RAID 1 - For extra data protection, dedicate half the capacity for mirroring, and automatically and instantaneously back up data every time you save it;Extraordinary capacity - With up to 1.5 TB of storage in an elegant, small footprint design, you have plenty of space to store an entire digital photo library, your HD movie collection and hours and hours of DV video;User serviceable - Easy access allows you to open the case and replace a drive. No need to send the entire system in for service;Gigabit Ethernet Connection - High-performance 1000/100/10 compatible Ethernet connection;EMC Retrospect Express backup software - Easy-to-use software for scheduled or on-demand file backup;UPnP enabled - Makes network configuration easy and convenient;Capacity gauge - See at a glance how much space is available on your storage system;Quiet and cool - An efficient convection cooling system and a thermostatically controlled fan keep this unit reliably cool and remarkably quiet.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 40 more reviews...
 Great price for a RAID capable network accessible storage device September 7, 2008
Zachary Sherry (El Cerrito, CA)
I originally purchased the single drive version of this unit, but decided after that I was not satisfied with the data protection on just one drive.
Upon receiving the unit it is initially configured to span both drives creating a 1 Terrabyte partition for data storage. It took about 3 hours for the unit to fully complete the re-configuration process to enable RAID 1 mirroring which cuts usable space from 1 TB to approx. 500 GB due to all data being stored on both drives.
Once the unit was setup it was easily accessed and transfer was easily accomplished from the existing unit.
There does seem to be a longer delay when accessing the share that is automatically setup by the client software on your local computer. If you directly map a drive access is as fast as your local network will allow.
Remote access uses the "Mionet" software and will allow remote access to files on the drive and any powered local PC's if you are accessing remotely. This is enhanced if you have the client software installed on the remote PC by allowing the drive to appear as if it's local (it's still as slow as the network connection you are on).
You will need to pay extra for the enhanced Mionet services including the remote desktop access feature, wait for them to send you a deal notification before purchasing at full price if you like this feature.
Knowing the limitations, overall, I am very satisfied with this unit.
 Highly unreliable drive August 27, 2008
W. R. Boling (Pasadena, CA USA)
This drive is simply unreliable, a bad thing for a backup drive, and would rate zero stars if such a rating was available. Within the past year, I have had to replace the drive three times (I've just requested my fourth.) The first two did not work at all and had to be returned immediately. The third was reliable for about eleven months, then simply stopped working. Technical support was useless, their ideas limited to making sure the unit was plugged into the wall and trying a replacement power cord. What's even more annoying, Western Digital's replacement policy requires that you pay for the replacement drive before you return the defective one. Finally, the defective drive is replaced by a "refurbished" one, the warranty on which only extends to the same date as that of your original drive. One interesting sidebar is that four of the five support people I've spoken with have made it fairly obvious that they know this product is a piece of junk, unworthy of anything beyond the most rudimentary troubleshooting. In summary, once the warranty expires on this unit, presuming I get a replacement that lasts that long, I will never buy another product from Western Digital.
Not for corporate use August 8, 2008
D. Knapp (Virginia)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Purchased one of these for use as a backup device. It has NO way of using USB to connect to it. The USB port is only for expanding the space by adding another drive. The network link requires you to have an internet connection so you can register and create an account. Without the account, you cannot run the software that will allow you to actually connect to the box. Our firewall/internet security package would not allow an automated connection to the web site. I also do not want to have to make a web conncetion when all I want to do is backup a file to a local box. I understand this may be more oriented to the home users who wants to connect to this thing from afar, but it also should come with software, running locally, that allows me to manage this thing without signing up for some account someplace. I understand you need to pay $50 for a year long account. So, this thing is really meant to generate a revenue stream, not to backup your data. I took it back to BB, where it was $320. Amazon has a better price, but if you look at the comments, it turns out not to be a good deal. The build in drm is also a non-starter. None of this is clear from the outside of the box, excecpt the USB problem.
Rip-Off August 2, 2008
S. Leader (Sonoma, CA USA)
Suggest you pass this by. It looks like a good product, but there are some flaws. I'm not saying that WD drives are bad, but this product is. If you are thinking about a network attached drive which can be used to back up all of the PCs on your home network, and your laptop while you are away, this is not the answer.
It sets up easy with the first PC, but you can't get connected to the rest.
Also, WD sells this network application which costs $80 per year per computer. The basic claim is that you can access this drive via the internet, but they fail to tell you that you need to purchase this application (MIONET). There appears to be a link that will let you access the drive without the application, but the link is broken, and the folks at WD can't tell you how to fix it.
Would like to compliment the WD support staff. Wait times are short, and the personnel are knowledgeable. However, someone invented a re-set procedure which would make a Chiropractor very happy.
To effect a re-set, you will need a paper clip. You must disconnect the CAT5 cord from both the router and the Disk Drive. Then disconnect the power cord at the outlet, not the back of the enclosure. The insert the paperclip in the re-set hole. Hold this in place for 90 seconds. After 90 seconds, while holding the clip in place, plug in the power cord at the outlet. Continue holding the paper clip in place for another 90 seconds. Release and wait for two circles to become fully illuminated, then re-connect the CAT 5 cable first to the Drive, and then to the router.
I'd like to find the author of that procedure.
Failure on the first day July 17, 2008
J. Merritt (Arizona)
0 out of 3 found this review helpful
This item will not hook direct to your USB, it has to go through your router. This means its real slow, I was able to copy 2.5 gigabyts and then the drive said I didnt have permission to use it. Tech support (two calls to them - the upper and lower levels) told me the drive was faulty and to go get a new one). I really wanted this to work, it sounded great even if it was slow.
Well the store had them on the bottom shelf, they were 100 dollars more than anything else. So far I havent had luck with anything 1tb in size. The my book home failed the first day, and a seagate free agent. I don't think I am doing anything too insane here.... back up mp3's and a simple back up. I cant hardly say it was user error, because lets face it, plug and play hard drives really aint that complicated.
Happy computing!
J
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