Is this mechanical or SSD?

Mechanical, not great durability. Had one last around 6 months and just straight up died last week. In RMA process right now with WD.

can this be reformatted for an iMac?

Yes, it can be reformatted to work with Apple operating systems. Depending on the connection (i.e., USB 2.0 vs. higher), however, the process can take a while.

is this hard drive compatible to mac book?

yes just reformat from the utility

Has anyone used the 5TB for Xbox One or PS4? Does it work?

Don't if you want your game to load, this drive is extremely slow. I only use it to store files I only use once in a while and avoid loading off of it at all costs.

Is this a SMR or CMR drive?

I think that what you are asking is, is this drive fast and reliable. Despite the technology being used the internal drive used in this device cannot be judged for performance compared to a NAS or RAID array. I use this drive because it is faster and less prone to failure compared to other model drives that I have used. Mark has answered your question prior to my comments. I would not write this drive off because of the technology of the internal component and technology used for the storage capacity.

What are the dimensions and weight of the WD Elements portable hard drive?

The dimensions of the WD Elements portable hard drive are 0.82 inches x 3.23 inches x 4.35 inches, and it weighs 0.52 pounds.

What is the storage capacity of the WD Elements portable hard drive?

The storage capacity of the WD Elements portable hard drive is 5TB.

Will this work on a Xbox One?

the 4tb element WD drive-was a recommended drive by a gaming site- i dont see why the 5TB would not be as well!

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Brand	WD
Series	Elements
Model	WDBU6Y0050BBK-WESN

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Color	Black
Interface	USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) Micro-B
Capacity	5TB

Features
Features	USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility With this single 1TB hard drive, you get compatibility with the latest USB 3.0 devices and backward compatibility with USB 2.0 devices, as well. Also available in 2, 3, 4, and 5TB sizes. Fast transfer rates When connected to a USB 3.0 port, WD Elements portable hard drive delivers fast data transfer rates. Improve PC performance When your internal hard drive is almost full your PC slows down. Don't delete files. Free up space on your internal hard drive by transferring files to your WD Elements portable hard drive and get your laptop moving again. Massive Capacity In A Small Enclosure The small, lightweight design offers up to 5TB capacity, making WD Elements portable hard drives the ideal companion for consumers on the go. WD Quality Inside And Out We know your data is important to you. So we build the drive inside to our demanding requirements for durability, shock tolerance, and long-term reliability. Then we protect the drive with a durable enclosure designed for style and protection.
System Requirements	Formatted NTFS for Windows 10+. Reformatting may be required for other operating systems. Compatibility may vary depending on user's hardware configuration and operating system.

Dimensions & Weight
Form Factor	2.5"
Dimensions	0.82" x 3.23" x 4.35"
Weight	0.52 lb.

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Package Contents	Portable hard drive USB cable Quick install guide

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First Listed on Newegg	December 26, 2019

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