Review on 🌐 WD 4TB My Cloud Personal Network Attached Storage - NAS | WDBCTL0040HWT-NESN - Reliable and Secure Storage Solution by Dave Hammon

After several years of using multiple external backup drives, I finally made my decision and bought a 4TB WD My Cloud. I couldn't be happier. I was able to consolidate all my files in one place. I like that they are available for each of my computers. Being able to access my files on the go is a big plus, yes this drive has remote capabilities. This disc is easy to install for those who are computer savvy, but I see it will be a bit more difficult for those with computer problems. When I received my drive, the first thing I did was unpack it and read the documentation. I followed the instructions, set it up, installed the necessary software, and then created the files I needed to host. I then mapped a few drives to My Cloud. Which then makes it very easy to access everything from my main computer. If you access My Cloud Drive properties, you can change the settings as needed. The key to this is using the toolbar and then checking each setting. (I've included some dashboard images for your enjoyment.) I've configured a static IP address, disabled low power mode, disabled automatic updates, and so on. One of the advantages of this drive is that you can add an extra USB drive to the back of the device for a safe point. This will help you recover your data if your drive fails. It needs a disk image that you can use to restore your information to your hard drive. However, remember that the restore will only take effect once you have created the last safe point. If you're worried about what people will see if you give them access to your cloud, don't worry. You can set an access list for each folder. As with any large network, you decide who gets to view the files they need. This is especially handy when you're collaborating with someone on a project. So if you're looking for a reliable personal cloud and can read the instructions, you can set it up with little to no effort.