SSD-kotelo Western Digital D50

The Western Digital D50 SSD enclosure converts a laptop into a compact gaming station by providing multiple ports over a single Thunderbolt 3 connection. It supports high-speed data transfer up to 10 Gbit/s, offers pass-through charging up to 87W, and includes RGB lighting customization (Windows only) for integration with popular RGB ecosystems.

Advantages

The D50 dock reduces cable clutter by consolidating display, peripherals and network connections into one Thunderbolt 3 cable while supporting an external display up to 5K at 60Hz. It provides both USB Type-C and USB Type-A connectivity for broad device compatibility, delivers up to 87W of pass-through power to keep your laptop charged during use, and offers customizable RGB lighting controllable via the WD_BLACK Dashboard or compatible RGB platforms.

Suitable for

• Gamers who want a compact desktop-like setup with a single Thunderbolt 3 cable
• Users needing multiple peripheral ports (mouse, keyboard, headset, Ethernet) and external display output
• Professionals requiring fast external storage access and 10 Gbit/s data transfer
• Owners of laptops with Thunderbolt 3 or compatible USB-C ports seeking reduced setup time

Key specifications

• Brand: Western Digital
• Model: D50 (MPN: WDBA3U0000NBK-EESN, EAN: 0718037870960)
• Interface: Thunderbolt 3; supports USB Type-C and USB Type-A ports
• USB version: 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2), up to 10 Gbit/s
• Display support: up to 5K @ 60Hz
• Pass-through charging: up to 87W
• Colour: Black
• Weight: 0.53 kg

How to use

Connect the D50 enclosure to your laptop using a Thunderbolt 3 cable to link displays, peripherals and network through the dock. Install any required drivers or the WD_BLACK Dashboard on Windows to enable RGB customization and monitor drive health. Attach USB devices to the available Type-A or Type-C ports and connect an external display to the dock to extend or mirror your screen up to 5K 60Hz. Ensure your laptop supports Thunderbolt 3 or compatible USB-C modes for full functionality.

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use a certified Thunderbolt 3 cable and the WD_BLACK Dashboard on Windows to manage RGB lighting and enable low-power gaming mode. Verify your laptop’s power delivery and Thunderbolt capabilities to ensure full pass-through charging and display support.