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Western Digital My Book World Edition 1 TB Network Storage System - WDG1NC10000N
Western Digital My Book World Edition 1 TB Network Storage System - WDG1NC10000N
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List Price: $249.99
Buy New: $199.77
You Save: $50.22 (20%)
Buy New/Used from $173.99

Avg. Customer Rating: 2.0 out of 5 stars(based on 29 reviews)
Sales Rank: 2767
Category: CE

Publisher: Western Digital
Studio: Western Digital
Brand: Western Digital
Label: Western Digital
Media: Electronics
Autographed: 0
Memorabilia: 0
Batteries Included: 0
Hard Drive Size: 1000
Special Features: nv:Form Factor^Desktop|Total Storage Capacity^1.0 TB|Hard Drives Included^1|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|Networking Standards^IEEE 802.3i 10Base-T Ethernet|Networking Standards^IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet|Networking Standards^IEEE 802.3ab Gigabit Ethernet|Management^Web Based
Warranty: 3 years warranty
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 1150 x 800 x 460

MPN: WDG1NC10000N
Model: WDG1NC10000N
UPC: 718037119748
EAN: 0718037119748
ASIN: B000VJ0YQ0

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • Includes - Remote access storage system, Ethernet cable, AC adapter, Installation and software CD and Quick Install Guide
  • High-performance 1000/100/10 compatible Ethernet connection
  • EMC Retrospect Express backup software - Easy-to-use software for scheduled or on-demand file backup
  • Makes network configuration easy and convenient
  • See at a glance how much space is available on your storage system

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Editorial Reviews:

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. The WD Anywhere Access storage system and all the files on it are always accessible when you need them. 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. An efficient convection cooling system and a thermostatically controlled fan keep this unit reliably cool and remarkably quiet Easily access and edit your files on any computer Securely share photos with your friends anywhere in the world without uploading them to the web Back up your laptop data to your home computer while you're traveling Offer your clients an easy way to access business documents, designs and artwork Eliminates the need for a separate FTP server Back up critical files to a remote drive for the ultimate protection from loss Simplify your home network and access data from any computer or external hard drive in the house Automatically back up all your PCs to one central location Gain peace of mind with a mirrored back up of important documents and images Network setup is a breeze with our unique, powerful remote access software System Requirements - Available 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet connection (network adapter, router, switch or hub port), Broadband Internet connection, 512MB RAM, Pentium III class, 500 MHz, Windows 2000, XP Home, Pro, Web browser (Internet Explorer 6.0 or later, Mozilla Firefox 1.0.3 or later) and CD-ROM drive


Customer Reviews:   Read 24 more reviews...

3 out of 5 stars It does what I expected   August 22, 2008
Awhile ago I had decided to buy this product, then read the reviews. So I put it off. I didn't really care about the internet availability of the data ... I just wanted a local network hard drive that didn't need a computer to be turned on. Anyway, it went on sale a few months ago and I bought it. It is slower than I think it should be, but it has otherwise been reliable. I keep all the stuff on it that I want readily availabe on both of my computers. It took a fair amount of time to transfer the files to it, but they are available quickly enough for me. I gave this three stars because of the speed and internet restrictions (even though I don't use that part).


2 out of 5 stars Not up to the mark.   August 9, 2008
The only PRO i see about the unit is the network part, for the price.

It takes a long time to transfer files over the network. I tried to transfer data via wireless (only < 2MB/s) & hardwired (4-5 Mb/p). This might be an issue with my wireless LAN.

The folder creation & sharing process via the web interface.
This interface is too slow, but acceptable, considering the fact that we wont be making changes to the share folders on a day today basis.

Another issue is that, The only way we can transfer data to the unit is via network. There is no USB interface, or any other way to connect to the hard disk directly.



4 out of 5 stars Netdrive   August 9, 2008
It is excellent for accessing storage over the internet wherever you are, but as far as playing files real time from the drive goes, either I do not have a fast enough internet connection or something about the drive or the internet prevents it so don't try to store the music that itunes accesses on this drive. Just back it up.


1 out of 5 stars Please, do not buy this!   August 3, 2008
  1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Please, do not buy this. My partner and I almost broke up over this device, after spending 2 days trying to fix it. I even had my Asperger's friend (who is very good with computers) try and fix it, and he did not know what to do! I think the person that made this product should have a World Book thrown at them, HARD! This device is extremely unreliable, it regularly drops off-line, is slow and has corrupted my internet settings twice, and lost my partner her entire music library! I can't belive we paid for something that has caused this much pain and distress. Also, the advertised remote access is the biggest sham since they had heart surgeons in the 1950's advertising for cigarettes as a way to reduce stress levels, and that they didn't give you cancer. Not only do you have to pay a monthly fee, they want to tell you what you can share. I thought we lived in a free country. Worst of all, the only reason we bought it in the first place was to share stuff between two computers in our own home, thought they only banned that in Tasmania and China.


1 out of 5 stars HORRIBLE PRODUCT! DO NOT BUY!   August 1, 2008
  1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Do not buy this product! My hard drive crashed 2 months after purchasing it and all my files were lost. I had to bring my hard drive to a data recovery center and pay thousands of dollars to have all my files recovered. THIS IS A MUST NOT BUY PRODUCT! Tech support does nothing other than say "send it back and we'll replace it". Screw the replacement, what about my files? If you plan on storing massive amounts of data and irreplaceable files, DO NOT purchase this item or any other MyBook World Edition HD.

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