WD My Book Desktop External Hard Drive 22TB
- 22TB desktop drive, mechanical HDD
- USB 3.0 cable included
- 256-bit AES hardware encryption, password protection
- Backup software with scheduled backups
- Power supply included, wall powered
- Works with PC and Mac
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A very large desktop backup drive with hardware encryption and scheduled backup software for a home office. It needs wall power and is not meant to travel.
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ASIN: B0BSFR3JCSCategory: External Hard Drives
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Overview
A home office desk or media shelf is where the WD My Book lives: a desktop hard drive with a power supply that plugs into a computer over USB. Backup software runs on a schedule, and hardware encryption locks the data behind a password.
Huge capacity in one box means years of photos, videos and full system backups fit on a single drive. Being a spinning desktop drive tied to an outlet, it is slower and less portable than a pocket SSD.
Who it's for
Families and freelancers backing up whole computers and media libraries. Anyone moving files between locations daily would do better with a portable drive.
Pros and cons
- Very large capacity
- Hardware encryption with password
- Scheduled backup software
- Works with PC and Mac
- Needs wall power
- Mechanical drive, sensitive to drops
- USB 3.0, no USB-C cable listed
- Warranty term not listed
Performance notes
Transfer speed is bound by the spinning mechanical disk and the USB link, which suits backups and archives more than editing straight from the drive. Hardware encryption runs on the drive itself, so the computer does no extra work. Scheduled backups depend on the software running at the chosen time and frequency.
Specifications
| Brand | Western Digital |
|---|---|
| Capacity & performance | |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 22 TB |
| Construction & materials | |
| Enclosure Material | Metal |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Hard Disk Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Installation Type | External desktop hard drive |
| Compatible Devices | PC and Mac |
| Included components | |
| Included components | My Book drive, USB 3.0 cable, power supply, management and backup software, quick installation guide |
| Other details | |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Hard Disk Description | Mechanical hard disk |
| Additional Features | Password protection, 256-bit AES hardware encryption |
Frequently asked questions
Is the WD My Book 22TB a portable drive?
No. It is a desktop external drive that comes with a power supply, so it needs an outlet as well as a USB connection.
Does the WD My Book encrypt my files?
Yes. It has built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection.
What comes in the box with the WD My Book 22TB?
The drive, a USB 3.0 cable, a power supply, software for management, backup and password protection, and a quick installation guide.
Can the WD My Book back up automatically?
Yes. The included backup software lets you set automatic backups by time and frequency.