Western Digital My Book Mirror Edition 1TB USB 2.0 (WDH2U10000N)

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 8 x 9 inches ; 5.7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B001B8RSAA
• Item model number: WDH2U10000N
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #5,274 in Electronics (See Bestsellers in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 18, 2008

Product Description

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The safest place for your data.

WD’s My Book Mirror Edition dual-drive storage system automatically mirrors your valuable data for extra protection. USB 2.0 interface and a powerful combination of features make this system the storage solution of choice for photographers, home users, small offices, and anyone looking for extra assurance that their data is safe.

Features at a glance Easy installation and set up RAID 0/1 Automatic backup software Cooler, quieter, eco-friendlier Capacity gauge User serviceable 3-year limited warranty

Swapping out a drive is easy and you do not need any tools.

Gain peace of mind with this true data guardian. Organize and archive your vast photo, music, and artwork libraries. View larger.

My Book® Mirror Edition™ 360° view

Secure your vital data with WD’s My Book® Mirror Edition™ dual-drive storage system with RAID Mirroring. With RAID-based continuous data protection, automatic data backup software, and user-serviceability, this is the perfect backup system for your irreplaceable data.

The safest place for your data
Using RAID mirroring technology, this system automatically and continuously duplicates your data. If one drive in this two-drive system ever fails, the system continues to run and your data is safe. How’s that for peace of mind? Learn more about RAID

Automatic and continuous backup software
Back up your computer - just set it and forget it. Every time you save a change it's backed up and then mirrored on the second drive for the ultimate in data protection.

Cooler, quieter, eco-friendlier
Designed to use only WD drives with GreenPower™ technology, this system, with its efficient convection cooling architecture, fan-less design, and power saving mode, is reliably cool, remarkably quiet and consumes up to 33% less power* than standard systems.

* Tests based on comparison between a 1 TB dual-drive system using 7200 RPM drives and a 1 TB dual-drive system using WD's GreenPower drives.

Easy to set up, easy to use
You’re up and running in a few simple steps. WD’s intuitive RAID wizard software lets you easily modify your RAID settings.

Capacity Gauge
See at a glance how much space is available on your drive.

User serviceable
Want to upgrade a drive? Simply open the case and replace the existing drive – no screwdriver needed.

System Requirements
Available USB port
Mac® OS X 10.4.11+, 10.5.2+
Windows® 2000/XP/Vista

What's in the Box
Dual-drive storage system, USB cable, AC adapter, Software CD, Quick Install Guide.

More about RAID

RAID is a high-tech acronym for Redundant Array of Independent Disks. The acronym is not important. What is important is that the inclusion of RAID technology in WD's dual-drive external storage systems make them very powerful storage products.

With RAID enabled on a storage system you can connect two or more drives in the system so that they act like one big fast drive or set them up so that one drive in the system is used to automatically and instantaneously duplicate (or mirror) your data for real-time backup.

There are two reasons you might want a RAID system of drives.

1. You need tons of storage space and you need it to be fast. (RAID 0)
2. You want to instantaneously and automatically backup your data. (RAID 1)

Which RAID mode should I use?

RAID Mode Comparison

1. Speed (RAID 0)

Set in high-performance mode (also called striped mode or RAID 0) the storage system gives you the power you need when you're:

• Designing huge graphics and you need a lightning-fast Photoshop scratch space.
• Recording large DV files while maintaining clean audio performance.
• Editing DV or HD video and you want a smooth work flow with no dropped frames.
• Rendering complex 3D objects or special effects.
• Performing disk-intensive database operations.
• Driven to be the first geek on your block with a computer so fast it blows your socks off.

Why is RAID 0 so fast?

It's a bit complicated, but suffice it to say that two heads, or in this case, drives, are better than one. Picture two hoses filling a bucket at the same time or two men bailing a boat and you can understand why two drives striped are faster than one. Data is saved (striped) across both drives and accessed in parallel by both drives so you get higher data transfer rates on large data accesses and higher input/output rates on small data accesses.

2. Data protection (RAID 1)

Set the system to data protection mode (also know as mirrored mode or RAID 1) and the data is duplicated onto one of the drives providing two copies of all the data. This reduces your capacity to the size of a single disk.

So why do I want that kind of redundancy?
It's your data, your family pictures, your movie of baby's first steps, your first novel. Is it important? You decide. If it is, then RAID mirroring if for you.

Product Description

WD's My Book Mirror Edition dual-drive storage system automatically mirrors your valuable data for extra protection. The USB 2.0 interface and a powerful combination of features make this system the storage solution of choice for photographers, home users, small offices, and anyone looking for extra assurance that their data is safe.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 8 of 8 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars External RAID 1 (Mirror) to backup pictures, July 28, 2008 By  W. Chalabi "Wilson" (CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    Bought this external drive to backup pictures and videos from my current laptop. Order arrived quickly. Pros: *Raid 1 (Mirror)--feel secure since data is stored on two identical drives, if one crashes, data is still available on second drive. *Quiet *Easy to use *Reasonably priced *USB 2.0 Cons: *No Firewire or ethernet support (not important to me, but some might care) Overall, after much research, I decided to buy this drive because I could care less about firewire or ethernet support and the price was right. 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Works great!, December 16, 2008 By  George Landrith Jr. - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    It works as I had hoped it would. It was easy to set up. I love the fact that when I save to it, I'm saving to 2 drives - which gives me great backup. Thus, all I have to do to save a document and back it up at the same time, is click "Control" and "S." I like that it has its own power supply and thus doesn't drain my laptop. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful: 4.0 out of 5 stars Works great, October 30, 2008 By  Matthew F. Costantino "Sunny SD" (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    Amazon Verified Purchase I have had this drive for about a month now and I am loving it. All you have to do is hook it up, pop in the included software, and you are ready to roll. It does not make much noise and has more space than I will ever use. Overall, this is a simple and cost-effective solution for my storage needs.		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Great product We have had this for a couple of months. It is easy to use and I can't believe how much space it has! Thanks! Published 4 months ago by Jessica Joseph 1.0 out of 5 stars Second one that didn't work The first one I ordered had one drive that was inacessable. The second one almost did my computer in. Something in the wiring. Read more Published 10 months ago by P H F 4.0 out of 5 stars Raid 0 Good Raid 1 Bad While the Raid0 scenario is worth it for increased drive performance, the Raid1 is not. The purpose for Raid1 (mirroring) is so when one drive fails, you still have your data on... Read more Published 11 months ago by Carol L. Gerster 1.0 out of 5 stars A Bad Idea The software installation took nearly 20 minutes. That was the first Bad Omen. Then, with the DC power plug in the unit, the drive's "ON" blue light was intermittant. Read more Published 14 months ago by Computer Mavin 5.0 out of 5 stars Solid Performance Performs as intended. WD backup software is very convenient and easy to set up. Published 15 months ago by The Rabbi 4.0 out of 5 stars Not bad, suits my needs I'm using a laptop without eSata, so I guess this one fulfills my requirements. I have time to wait data transfer (doesn't matter if it's a few hours) so it's fine for me. Read more Published 15 months ago by J. Lee Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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The safest place for your data.

WD’s My Book Mirror Edition dual-drive storage system automatically mirrors your valuable data for extra protection. USB 2.0 interface and a powerful combination of features make this system the storage solution of choice for photographers, home users, small offices, and anyone looking for extra assurance that their data is safe.

Features at a glance Easy installation and set up RAID 0/1 Automatic backup software Cooler, quieter, eco-friendlier Capacity gauge User serviceable 3-year limited warranty

Swapping out a drive is easy and you do not need any tools.

Gain peace of mind with this true data guardian. Organize and archive your vast photo, music, and artwork libraries. View larger.

My Book® Mirror Edition™ 360° view

Secure your vital data with WD’s My Book® Mirror Edition™ dual-drive storage system with RAID Mirroring. With RAID-based continuous data protection, automatic data backup software, and user-serviceability, this is the perfect backup system for your irreplaceable data.

The safest place for your data
Using RAID mirroring technology, this system automatically and continuously duplicates your data. If one drive in this two-drive system ever fails, the system continues to run and your data is safe. How’s that for peace of mind? Learn more about RAID

Automatic and continuous backup software
Back up your computer - just set it and forget it. Every time you save a change it's backed up and then mirrored on the second drive for the ultimate in data protection.

Cooler, quieter, eco-friendlier
Designed to use only WD drives with GreenPower™ technology, this system, with its efficient convection cooling architecture, fan-less design, and power saving mode, is reliably cool, remarkably quiet and consumes up to 33% less power* than standard systems.

* Tests based on comparison between a 1 TB dual-drive system using 7200 RPM drives and a 1 TB dual-drive system using WD's GreenPower drives.

Easy to set up, easy to use
You’re up and running in a few simple steps. WD’s intuitive RAID wizard software lets you easily modify your RAID settings.

Capacity Gauge
See at a glance how much space is available on your drive.

User serviceable
Want to upgrade a drive? Simply open the case and replace the existing drive – no screwdriver needed.

System Requirements
Available USB port
Mac® OS X 10.4.11+, 10.5.2+
Windows® 2000/XP/Vista

What's in the Box
Dual-drive storage system, USB cable, AC adapter, Software CD, Quick Install Guide.

More about RAID

RAID is a high-tech acronym for Redundant Array of Independent Disks. The acronym is not important. What is important is that the inclusion of RAID technology in WD's dual-drive external storage systems make them very powerful storage products.

With RAID enabled on a storage system you can connect two or more drives in the system so that they act like one big fast drive or set them up so that one drive in the system is used to automatically and instantaneously duplicate (or mirror) your data for real-time backup.

There are two reasons you might want a RAID system of drives.

1. You need tons of storage space and you need it to be fast. (RAID 0)
2. You want to instantaneously and automatically backup your data. (RAID 1)

Which RAID mode should I use?

RAID Mode Comparison

1. Speed (RAID 0)

Set in high-performance mode (also called striped mode or RAID 0) the storage system gives you the power you need when you're:

• Designing huge graphics and you need a lightning-fast Photoshop scratch space.
• Recording large DV files while maintaining clean audio performance.
• Editing DV or HD video and you want a smooth work flow with no dropped frames.
• Rendering complex 3D objects or special effects.
• Performing disk-intensive database operations.
• Driven to be the first geek on your block with a computer so fast it blows your socks off.

Why is RAID 0 so fast?

It's a bit complicated, but suffice it to say that two heads, or in this case, drives, are better than one. Picture two hoses filling a bucket at the same time or two men bailing a boat and you can understand why two drives striped are faster than one. Data is saved (striped) across both drives and accessed in parallel by both drives so you get higher data transfer rates on large data accesses and higher input/output rates on small data accesses.

2. Data protection (RAID 1)

Set the system to data protection mode (also know as mirrored mode or RAID 1) and the data is duplicated onto one of the drives providing two copies of all the data. This reduces your capacity to the size of a single disk.

So why do I want that kind of redundancy?
It's your data, your family pictures, your movie of baby's first steps, your first novel. Is it important? You decide. If it is, then RAID mirroring if for you.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars External RAID 1 (Mirror) to backup pictures, July 28, 2008

By	W. Chalabi "Wilson" (CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Bought this external drive to backup pictures and videos from my current laptop. Order arrived quickly.

Pros:
*Raid 1 (Mirror)--feel secure since data is stored on two identical drives, if one crashes, data is still available on second drive.
*Quiet
*Easy to use
*Reasonably priced
*USB 2.0

Cons:
*No Firewire or ethernet support (not important to me, but some might care)

Overall, after much research, I decided to buy this drive because I could care less about firewire or ethernet support and the price was right.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works great!, December 16, 2008

By	George Landrith Jr. - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

It works as I had hoped it would. It was easy to set up. I love the fact that when I save to it, I'm saving to 2 drives - which gives me great backup. Thus, all I have to do to save a document and back it up at the same time, is click "Control" and "S." I like that it has its own power supply and thus doesn't drain my laptop.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Works great, October 30, 2008

By	Matthew F. Costantino "Sunny SD" (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Amazon Verified Purchase

I have had this drive for about a month now and I am loving it. All you have to do is hook it up, pop in the included software, and you are ready to roll. It does not make much noise and has more space than I will ever use. Overall, this is a simple and cost-effective solution for my storage needs.