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Specifications for Western Digital My Book Essential Edition 500 GB Hard Drive


Key Features
Interface
USB
Capacity
500 GB
Enclosure
External
Technical Features
Buffer Size
16 MB
External Data Transfer Rate
60 MBps
Interface (Detailed)
USB 2.0
Hot Swap
Yes
Seek Time
8.9 ms
Average Latency
4.17 ms
Other Features
Platform
PC, Mac
Package Qty.
1
Dimensions
Depth
6.71 in.
Height
2.25 in.
Width
5.55 in.
Weight
2.9 lb.
Warranty
Warranty
1 Year

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