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product_id: 644807035
title: "Western Digital WD 24TB Elements Desktop External Hard Drive for Plug-and-Play Storage, USB 3.2 Gen1 - WDBWLG0240HBK-NESN"
brand: "western digital"
price: "R17807"
currency: ZAR
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reviews_count: 12
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url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/644807035-western-digital-wd-24tb-elements-desktop-external-hard-drive-plug
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# USB 3.2 Gen 1 superSpeed 5Gbps 24TB massive capacity Plug-and-play effortless setup Western Digital WD 24TB Elements Desktop External Hard Drive for Plug-and-Play Storage, USB 3.2 Gen1 - WDBWLG0240HBK-NESN

**Brand:** western digital
**Price:** R17807
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💼 Elevate your data game with storage that works as hard as you do.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Western Digital WD 24TB Elements Desktop External Hard Drive for Plug-and-Play Storage, USB 3.2 Gen1 - WDBWLG0240HBK-NESN by western digital
- **How much does it cost?** R17807 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/644807035-western-digital-wd-24tb-elements-desktop-external-hard-drive-plug)

## Best For

- western digital enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted western digital brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Massive 24TB Storage:** Store your entire digital life without compromise—photos, videos, docs, and more.
- • **Effortless Plug-and-Play:** No setup headaches—just connect and expand your storage instantly.
- • **Reliable 24/7 Performance:** Built to run quietly and continuously, perfect for media servers and heavy workloads.
- • **Blazing Fast USB 3.2 Gen 1:** Experience seamless, high-speed transfers that save you time and frustration.
- • **Sleek, Professional Design:** Compact black finish fits perfectly on your desk or in your workspace setup.

## Overview

The Western Digital WD 24TB Elements Desktop External Hard Drive offers massive, reliable storage with ultra-fast USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectivity. Designed for professionals needing effortless plug-and-play expandability, it delivers quiet, continuous performance in a sleek, compact form factor—ideal for archiving large media libraries and critical files with confidence.

## Description

Experience the dependability and spacious storage of the WD Elements desktop hard drive. Benefit from fast data transfers and effortless connectivity with USB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 devices, making backups of your photos, videos, and essential files a breeze.

Review: Lots of space, has been quite reliable. - I've been using this for a media server's storage for over a year now and it has been pretty flawless. It just sits on the floor next to my little mini-pc that runs linux and several docker containers for serving media. It's quiet for the most part and it has been on for over a year straight and has been pretty heavily used and so far no issues. 12TB is a fair amount of space for my use case and I'm quite happy with this purchase.
Review: Reliable External Storage - Perfect Capacity and Performance! - The WD 2TB Elements Portable External Hard Drive has been exactly what I needed for reliable, high-capacity storage! This drive delivers outstanding performance and convenience for backing up files, expanding storage, and transferring data. The 2TB capacity is perfect for storing massive amounts of photos, videos, documents, and backup files. Having this much portable storage has eliminated my constant worry about running out of space on my laptop. The USB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 connectivity provides excellent transfer speeds that make backing up large files quick and efficient. No more waiting hours for file transfers - this drive moves data fast enough for practical daily use. The portable design is ideal - compact enough to slip into a laptop bag but substantial enough to feel durable and reliable. The sleek black finish looks professional and the size is perfect for travel or desktop use. What sets WD apart is their proven reliability. This drive has performed flawlessly for months of regular use without any errors, corruption, or performance degradation. Western Digital's reputation for quality storage is well-deserved. The plug-and-play functionality works perfectly with Windows systems - no software installation or complicated setup required. Simply connect and start using immediately for seamless storage expansion. This external drive has provided peace of mind for data backup and practical storage expansion. Outstanding reliability, capacity, and performance at an excellent value. Highly recommend for anyone needing dependable external storage!

## Features

- Store up to 24TB* for archiving photos, videos, music, important and historical documents, and more (*1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.)
- Plug-and-play expandability
- SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (5Gbps)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0D7N5XRSV |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2 in External Hard Drives |
| Brand | Western Digital |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (335,263) |
| Date First Available | July 10, 2024 |
| Hard Drive | 24 TB Mechanical Hard Disk |
| Hard Drive Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.31 x 5.31 x 1.89 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.98 pounds |
| Item model number | WDBWLG0240HBK-NESN |
| Manufacturer | Western Digital Technologies, Inc. |
| Product Dimensions | 5.31 x 5.31 x 1.89 inches |
| Series | Elements Desktop |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Western Digital
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Desktop, Laptop
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Digital Storage Capacity:** 24 TB
- **Hard Disk Description:** Mechanical Hard Disk
- **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 3.5 Inches
- **Hard Disk Interface:** USB 3.0
- **Installation Type:** External Hard Drive
- **Special Feature:** USB

## Images

![Western Digital WD 24TB Elements Desktop External Hard Drive for Plug-and-Play Storage, USB 3.2 Gen1 - WDBWLG0240HBK-NESN - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71jbynLs5CL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this drive work with my Xbox or PS4? What about my Mac or PC?**
A: Yes, however, it’s best suited for PC or Mac. For the best gaming experience, we recommend the WD_BLACK D50, which is designed for optimal compatibility with Xbox/PS5/PS4.

**Q: I'm not computer savvy, is the set-up easy?**
A: Setup is simple! Plug the drive into a USB Type-A 3.0 or 2.0 port using the included USB Type-A cable and open your device’s file manager, such as File Explorer or Finder.

**Q: Do you need a battery for the drive to work?**
A: The Elements Desktop drive is powered with the included AC adapter. There is no battery or battery replacement to worry about.

**Q: What needs to be done to format this device for mac?**
A: To easily reformat to Mac, plug in the drive, open your Mac’s Disk Utility application, and follow the steps from there. Please note, this will erase any data on the drive.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lots of space, has been quite reliable.
*by B***D on January 21, 2026*

I've been using this for a media server's storage for over a year now and it has been pretty flawless. It just sits on the floor next to my little mini-pc that runs linux and several docker containers for serving media. It's quiet for the most part and it has been on for over a year straight and has been pretty heavily used and so far no issues. 12TB is a fair amount of space for my use case and I'm quite happy with this purchase.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reliable External Storage - Perfect Capacity and Performance!
*by A***S on November 15, 2025*

The WD 2TB Elements Portable External Hard Drive has been exactly what I needed for reliable, high-capacity storage! This drive delivers outstanding performance and convenience for backing up files, expanding storage, and transferring data. The 2TB capacity is perfect for storing massive amounts of photos, videos, documents, and backup files. Having this much portable storage has eliminated my constant worry about running out of space on my laptop. The USB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 connectivity provides excellent transfer speeds that make backing up large files quick and efficient. No more waiting hours for file transfers - this drive moves data fast enough for practical daily use. The portable design is ideal - compact enough to slip into a laptop bag but substantial enough to feel durable and reliable. The sleek black finish looks professional and the size is perfect for travel or desktop use. What sets WD apart is their proven reliability. This drive has performed flawlessly for months of regular use without any errors, corruption, or performance degradation. Western Digital's reputation for quality storage is well-deserved. The plug-and-play functionality works perfectly with Windows systems - no software installation or complicated setup required. Simply connect and start using immediately for seamless storage expansion. This external drive has provided peace of mind for data backup and practical storage expansion. Outstanding reliability, capacity, and performance at an excellent value. Highly recommend for anyone needing dependable external storage!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Hard Drive and Easy
*by K***R on December 17, 2025*

Was stupid af and thought it was a 3.6 no I just can't read sometimes! It's great and holds just about everything I need and almost another lifetime more. Not a bad price and so far very reliable, thank you!

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*Last updated: 2026-02-26*