Western Digital has announced the availability in Chile of the WD Elements 6TB, marking a milestone in the storage industry by introducing the largest capacity 2.5-inch (6.35 cm) portable hard drive globally. This launch responds to the growing demand for more robust and higher capacity storage solutions necessary to handle the constant expansion of digital content.
Osvaldo CaviedesWestern Digital Sales Manager for Chile, Peru, Ecuador and Bolivia, highlights the importance of this launch: “Expanding our local portfolio with the first 6TB 2.5” (6.35cm) portable hard drive is a major technological achievement and helps us continue to push the boundaries of what is possible”Caviedes emphasizes that offering this capacity in such a compact format provides greater flexibility to students, professionals and content creators, allowing them to have all their content on a portable, small and robust disk.
Technical characteristics and design of the WD Elements 6TB
The WD Elements 6TB is characterized by its compatibility with devices that have USB 3.2 Gen 1 or USB 3.0, offering quick and easy storage expansion thanks to its “plug-and-play” functionality. Unlike desktop hard drives, this device does not require an external power source, which significantly increases its portability.
Regarding its construction, Western Digital has employed proven components, ensuring exceptional durability and reliability for storing important files. The device’s casing is made of more than 50% post-consumer recycled plastic, while its packaging uses 50% recycled pulp and is fully recyclable, reflecting the company’s commitment to sustainability.
Availability and guarantee in the Chilean market
He WD Elements 6TB will be available for purchase through PC Factoryone of the main technology distributors in Chile. Western Digital offers a 2 (two) year limited warranty on this product. However, it is important for consumers to check the specific terms and conditions of the warranty depending on the country of purchase, information which can be found on the official website of Western Digital: http://support.wdc.com/warranty/policy.asp
It is relevant to mention that, although the nominal capacity of the disk is 6TB (equivalent to 6 billion bytes), the actual usable capacity may be less depending on the operating environment in which the device is used.
For more information about Western Digital and its broad range of storage solutions, interested parties can visit the company’s official website at www.westerndigital.com. Additional details about products, technologies, and the company’s commitment to innovation and sustainability in data storage can be found there.
