Western Digital MyBook Pro Edition II - 2TB Triple Interface External HDD

[clarkey]

Buy.com Canada just got the Western Digital 2TB hard drive in stock today, and they've lowered their price. It's listed at $552.89, and you get 5% off your order as a promo right now, bringing the price down to $525.25 before taxes! And free shipping! [edit: sold out in a hurry, and the price has gone up. See below for a better deal from Costco!]

http://www.ca.buy.com/prod/Western_Digital_MyBook_Pro_Edition_II_2TB_Triple_I nterface_USB_2_0_Fire/q/loc/59205/205073841.html

For 2TB of storage this is a hot price!

By comparison, Costco.ca just LOWERED their price too. (Edit: on the My Book WORLD EDITION) They're selling it for $549.99. http://www.costco.ca/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=10305569

Other retailers are selling these drives for well over $600.

[yoshi838]

Just FYI, the one @ buy.com is Western Digital MyBook Pro Edition II - 2TB Triple Interface: USB2.0 FW400 and FW800 (NOT Ethernet)

The one from Costco is MyBook WORLD EDITION II (includes Gigabit Ethernet)

VERY different models you are comparing here. The World Edition is a lot more versatile for accessing data around the world.

Very good deal on the Costco model - World Edition

[clarkey]

thanks Yoshi, i completely failed to realize they were different models, let alone different colours!

[Fate]

Just FYI, the one @ buy.com is Western Digital MyBook Pro Edition II - 2TB Triple Interface: USB2.0 FW400 and FW800 (NOT Ethernet)

The one from Costco is MyBook WORLD EDITION II (includes Gigabit Ethernet)

VERY different models you are comparing here. The World Edition is a lot more versatile for accessing data around the world.

Very good deal on the Costco model - World Edition

Yes, you can access data from around the world....provided you pay the monthly service charge.

[Super strokey]

Ive heard this is a crazy slow drive, that true?

[xwar]

Ive heard this is a crazy slow drive, that true?

the drive isn't that fast ... also it has horrible bloatware software that needs to be running for you to be able to access the data on the drive.

Sorry .. I am referring to the World Edition, the one with the built-in ethernet port.

[Super strokey]

the drive isn't that fast ... also it has horrible bloatware software that needs to be running for you to be able to access the data on the drive.

Is it fast enough to use as a massive video storage and stream to things like the ps3 via tversity?

[Nightgod]

Due to unverifiable media license authentication, the following file types cannot be shared by different users using WD Anywhere Access.

If these file types are on a share on the WD My Book World Edition system and another user accesses the share, these file will not be displayed for sharing. Any other file types can be shared using WD Anywhere Access.

File Extension File Description
AAC Advanced Audio Coding
AIF Audio Interchange File
AIFC Audio Interchange File
AIFF Audio Interchange File Format
AMF DSMIA/Asylum Module File
ASF Advanced Streaming Format
ASX Advanced Stream Redirector
AVI Audio Video Interleave
CDA CD Audio
DVI DivX AVI
DIVX DivX AVI
FAR Farandoyle Tracker Music Module
IT Impulse Tracker
ITZ Impulse Tracker
KAR Karaoke MIDI
MDZ Cubic Player/Cross-View Music Module Description
MOV QuickTime Video
MP1 MPEG Layer 1 (Audio)
MP2 MPEG Layer 2 (Audio)
MP3 MPEG Layer 3 (Audio)
MP4 MPEG Layer 4 (Video)
MPA MPEG Audio Stream, Layer I, II or III
MPE MPEG Video
MPEG MPEG Video
MPG MPEG Video
MPGA MPEG Layer 3 (Audio Stream)
MPV2 MPEG Audio Stream, Layer II
OGG OGG Bitstream
OKT Oktalyzer Tracker Module
PTM PTM - Poly Tracker Module (Audio)
QT QuickTime Video
QT1 QuickTime Video
VOB Video Object (DVD Video)
VOC Creative Labs Sound
WM Windows Media Audio or Video
WMA Windows Media Audio
WMV Windows Media Video


The following types of files are not supported by WD Anywhere Access (cannot be moved to a share):

File Extension File Description
TMP Windows temporary files

http://wdc.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/wdc.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=1495&p_created=1168641440&p_sid=bLTfVJLi&p_accessibility=0&p_redirect=&p_lva=&p_sp=cF9zcmNoPTEmcF9zb3J0X2J5PSZwX2dyaWRzb3J0PSZwX 3Jvd19jbnQ9NSw1JnBfcHJvZHM9MCZwX2NhdHM9MCZwX3B2PSZ wX2N2PSZwX3NlYXJjaF90eXBlPWFuc3dlcnMuc2VhcmNoX2Zub CZwX3BhZ2U9MSZwX3NlYXJjaF90ZXh0PS5hdmk*&p_li=&p_topview=1

[torqueo]

Due to unverifiable media license authentication, the following file types cannot be shared by different users using WD Anywhere Access.

If these file types are on a share on the WD My Book World Edition system and another user accesses the share, these file will not be displayed for sharing. Any other file types can be shared using WD Anywhere Access.

File Extension File Description
AAC Advanced Audio Coding
AIF Audio Interchange File
AIFC Audio Interchange File
AIFF Audio Interchange File Format
AMF DSMIA/Asylum Module File
ASF Advanced Streaming Format
ASX Advanced Stream Redirector
AVI Audio Video Interleave
CDA CD Audio
DVI DivX AVI
DIVX DivX AVI
FAR Farandoyle Tracker Music Module
IT Impulse Tracker
ITZ Impulse Tracker
KAR Karaoke MIDI
MDZ Cubic Player/Cross-View Music Module Description
MOV QuickTime Video
MP1 MPEG Layer 1 (Audio)
MP2 MPEG Layer 2 (Audio)
MP3 MPEG Layer 3 (Audio)
MP4 MPEG Layer 4 (Video)
MPA MPEG Audio Stream, Layer I, II or III
MPE MPEG Video
MPEG MPEG Video
MPG MPEG Video
MPGA MPEG Layer 3 (Audio Stream)
MPV2 MPEG Audio Stream, Layer II
OGG OGG Bitstream
OKT Oktalyzer Tracker Module
PTM PTM - Poly Tracker Module (Audio)
QT QuickTime Video
QT1 QuickTime Video
VOB Video Object (DVD Video)
VOC Creative Labs Sound
WM Windows Media Audio or Video
WMA Windows Media Audio
WMV Windows Media Video


The following types of files are not supported by WD Anywhere Access (cannot be moved to a share):

File Extension File Description
TMP Windows temporary files

http://wdc.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/wdc.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=1495&p_created=1168641440&p_sid=bLTfVJLi&p_accessibility=0&p_redirect=&p_lva=&p_sp=cF9zcmNoPTEmcF9zb3J0X2J5PSZwX2dyaWRzb3J0PSZwX 3Jvd19jbnQ9NSw1JnBfcHJvZHM9MCZwX2NhdHM9MCZwX3B2PSZ wX2N2PSZwX3NlYXJjaF90eXBlPWFuc3dlcnMuc2VhcmNoX2Zub CZwX3BhZ2U9MSZwX3NlYXJjaF90ZXh0PS5hdmk*&p_li=&p_topview=1

In other words... everything good. lol

[mrcantrell]

Due to unverifiable media license authentication, the following file types cannot be shared by different users using WD Anywhere Access.

That is absolutely digusting.

[sc888888]

Can't use as a media storage. I might as well share my 8GB USB key if I just want to share some pictures and word documents.

[bwgreen]

xwar - I have a WD MyBook WE 1TB on my network at home, and use it to stream video files - no problem. I don't stream through a PS3, but it works for me. I've done MP3, AVI & MPEG II - no issues.

[sc888888]

Now I see the light. Access Anywhere is different from network share. You can stream any file across the network but not through "Access Anywhere" across the internet.

[slomo]

I think WD just shot themselves in the foot. Wouldn't restricting through file extension name just inconveniences legitimate users who want to do direct video or audio streaming through the internet?

Those who really want to 'share' the content of the hard disk to whole world would have the files compressed with rar or zip to save storage space anyway.

[look30]

This have to be the most ******** product on the market.
I mean how many P-point presentations and Word documents can you have top need a 2 TB HDD ?

[clarkey]

Buy.com Canada have already SOLD OUT and re-upped the price...what did they stock, 2 units? Geez.

[brunes]

Yes, you can access data from around the world....provided you pay the monthly service charge.

Can someone explain this comment? Charge for what?

The World book is a standard NAS you don't need to pay anyone anything to use it.

[selpats]

It's a shame it isn't eSATA, I would've jumped on it if it was...

Thanks to the OP regardless.

[silvery]

Man u guys must download alot of Porn!!

[bwgreen]

Can someone explain this comment? Charge for what?

The World book is a standard NAS you don't need to pay anyone anything to use it.

When you get the WB you can sign up for a service called (I think) Access Anywhere that allows you to get to your NAS using their Web Service. There is a monthly fee for that, I think - I didn't sign up for it.

[Fate]

Can someone explain this comment? Charge for what?

The World book is a standard NAS you don't need to pay anyone anything to use it.

WD Anywhere Access will always allow the connection, file sharing, or file access to the WD My Book World Edition hard drive. The rest of the Premium features of WD Anywhere Access are limited to a 30 day trial period from the date of account creation. After the 30 day trial period has expired, you will not be able to use the Premium features of WD Anywhere Access unless you purchase a subscription to these Premium features.

With a Premium Subscription, you will have access to the following services:

* Unlimited access between the computers registered to the WD Anywhere Access account.
* Access and share files
* Remotely control desktops
* Remotely view a USB webcam attached to the computer.


We offer two different pricing options for the subscription to the Premium features of WD Anywhere Access:

* $6.95 per month, USD*
* $64.95 per year, USD*

*All major European languages and currencies are supported for purchasing this subscription.

To purchase a subscription to the Premium features of WD Anywhere Access powered by MioNet, please click on the link below to MioNet's website. You will need to login to your account using your WD Anywhere Access Login Name and Password.

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[rsiddi01]

what router do you guys use to stream video to PS3. I am more interested in HD videos my wireless G can do SD without problems. I am using TVersity on my computer upstairs which is connected through wifi and is using a wireless G card. My router is a wireless N and downstairs with my ps3 and T.V.

I was thinking of buying a wireless N card for my computer and then stream the video to my PS3. I know that PS3 is only G so I was planing to have a wired connection between my PS3 and router. Will this work.

[ihk]

I think WD just shot themselves in the foot. Wouldn't restricting through file extension name just inconveniences legitimate users who want to do direct video or audio streaming through the internet?if wd is just checking the file extension than this means nothing. most applications can open files w/ any extension. just rename all the files to .dat. ;)
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i think the answer might be inaccruate. it contradict itself: "WD Anywhere Access will always allow the connection, file sharing, or file access to the WD My Book World Edition hard drive" and the text you put in bold. wiki page (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WD_Anywhere_Access) metioned ftp, maybe it's suppose to be "Access and share files via ftp" as one of the services the subscription provides.

[SAN66]

if wd is just checking the file extension than this means nothing. most applications can open files w/ any extension. just rename all the files to .dat. ;)


File access restrictions and monthly fees are just for access to their crappy Access Anywhere service. You can choose to not sign up for it and turn it off.

The mybook world is fully hackable, there are several pages on how to install additional software such as a UpNp server and a torrent drop client.

If you want to access your NAS from the internet, just make your router make it accessible outside your network and get some free dns mapping like dyndns... ohh and password protect it.

[akito925]

File access restrictions and monthly fees are just for access to their crappy Access Anywhere service. You can choose to not sign up for it and turn it off.

The mybook world is fully hackable, there are several pages on how to install additional software such as a UpNp server and a torrent drop client.

If you want to access your NAS from the internet, just make your router make it accessible outside your network and get some free dns mapping like dyndns... ohh and password protect it.

thats what I would do hehe but I have my own pc and install IIS on it to share files for the internet also host my own pictures

[rolla01]

I have the 1TB WE II, slowest NAS ever, very loud fan. Avoid at all cost.

[Fate]

File access restrictions and monthly fees are just for access to their crappy Access Anywhere service. You can choose to not sign up for it and turn it off.

The mybook world is fully hackable, there are several pages on how to install additional software such as a UpNp server and a torrent drop client.

If you want to access your NAS from the internet, just make your router make it accessible outside your network and get some free dns mapping like dyndns... ohh and password protect it.

You are absolutely right, but most people buying this drive are looking for a simple solution, not one that requires them to learn how to set up their router and install additional software. It is these consumers that the world book is marketed to, and they should be a lot more up front about the monthly subscription and the file restrictions.

And yes, if you read any reviews, this drive is apparently incredibly slow and prone to failure.

[Super strokey]

what router do you guys use to stream video to PS3. I am more interested in HD videos my wireless G can do SD without problems. I am using TVersity on my computer upstairs which is connected through wifi and is using a wireless G card. My router is a wireless N and downstairs with my ps3 and T.V.

I was thinking of buying a wireless N card for my computer and then stream the video to my PS3. I know that PS3 is only G so I was planing to have a wired connection between my PS3 and router. Will this work.

Unfortunately i use a hardline with my PS3 and that of course is good for HD files, i use a wrt54g and it works very well. THat being said a "N" router would be all but useless cause teh PS3 doesnt use it.

[AndrewRFD]

Posted, thanks you.

[deppiz]

Bought it from Costco but will return it tomorrow. Extremely Extremely Extremely "S L O W". Haven't wasted my money yet but wasted tons of time....

[yuprules]

I have the 1TB WE II, slowest NAS ever, very loud fan. Avoid at all cost.

I've read a few reviews that noted the fan, but most of the reviews were positive enough for "good price with good space".

Of course this NAS drive will be slow if you are not on gigabit, here's a clip from a review:

http://www.extremetech.com/article2/0,1697,2106449,00.asp
The My Book connects to the network via gigabit Ethernet. We copied a gigabyte of data over our Gigabit Ethernet network, which took 4:46 (four minutes, 46 seconds.) That's fairly typical for this class of device, but once you've copied over all relevant data, most file access is reasonably quick.

However, if your network is fast Ethernet that maxes out at 100mbit speeds, then you'll see much slower performance. Any potential performance issue is network related; you'll never saturate the SATA interface on the hard drives in a typical home environment, even with several users accessing the device: the network will be the bottleneck.

I still think it is a good buy for a home network storage device even though it does not support media streaming to an Xbox 360. I am trying to have a Non-Quebec friend buy it for me from Ontario *shakes fist at Costco Quebec*.

[alanbrenton]

So for 10/100 ethernet cards, this product just sucks? Only my notebook computer has a gigabit ethernet card. My Linksys ethernet port is 10/100 as well.

Which My Book model should I be looking into for my outdated home network if this the World edition is no good ?