Nowadays, cloud storage is ubiquitous, but there is often skepticism as to how far the various providers treat the sometimes very sensitive personal data confidentially. If you want more security, you should rely on a private cloud. This system follows the philosophy of cross-device online storage that is available everywhere, but is entirely in the hands of the user. In this way access, security factors and the data location can be determined by yourself. We got the Western Digital Take a closer look at 3TB My Cloud and reveal whether the private cloud solution is worth buying. Aside from the lavish memory, this device also wants to score with the design, which looks very classy and significantly upgrades the room. Gone are the days when NAS hard drives with ugly looks spoiled the overall picture.
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What's in the box
- Western Digital 3TB MyCloud
- Network cable
- Power Supplies
- Quick guide
processing / design
Western Digital has always stood for good quality, both in the drives themselves and in the Housing. This standard is continued in the private cloud sector, and the case is extreme robust. The tower construction inspires confidence, even if no metal is used. Plastic is not just plastic, the case not only looks good, but also appears solid. The white design with the silver applications make the Western Digital 3TB My Cloud a real eye-catcher. Feet avoid direct contact with the ground, numerous ventilation slots ensure good air circulation. Aside from the necessary network connection, the manufacturer also installed a lightning-fast USB 3.0 port. With this you can even upload photos directly to the cloud from a connected USB stick or mobile device. There are no other interfaces, but there is an integrated anti-theft device. With a weight of 962 grams, the tower is surprisingly compact. The dimensions of 17,1 x 13,9 x 4,9 centimeters are also quite small.
Hardware
The Western Digital 3TB My Cloud has a fast dual-core processor and the My Cloud OS 3 operating system. The OS is compatible with all PC, Mac, iOS and Android devices. The mobile app is intuitive to use and automatic data backup further increases the level of security. The My Cloud application has already won numerous awards for being accessible both from the computer and from the Smartphone or Tablet from is easy to use and offers quick and easy access to the media files. The Western Digital 3TB My Cloud is generous in terms of storage space, because our model already came with 3 terabytes. If that is not enough for you, you can choose versions of up to 12 terabytes. Even a double bay is possible. The communication in the Ethernet takes place in the fast gigabit standard. CIFS/SMB, NFS, FTP, AFP, DLNA and UPnP are used as transfer protocols.
Other
This cloud storage – or also NAS – can also be operated on compatible smart TVs apart from PCs and mobile devices. Media can also be streamed to the TV in this way. The synchronization between different end devices that are connected to the cloud ensures that all devices always have the most important photos, music and videos at hand. This hard drive is also a good idea for sharing memories with friends. Great: You can also install larger hard drives in the case yourself.
Conclusion
If you don't want to rely on external cloud providers, a solution like the Western Digital 3TB My Cloud is an excellent alternative. The attractive design and the ample storage space are important arguments, and the software and transmission protocols are also right. The model with 3 terabytes can be purchased for less than 150 euros. Here you get an almost endless library that saves photos and videos in high resolutions and also provides your own music. The Western Digital 3TB My Cloud is also worth buying for mobile use. Thanks to its low weight and compact size, it is a good companion.
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