Wdckit.exe - Is multi instance operation possible?

No, **`WDCkit.exe` (WD Drive Utilities/WD Backup/WD Discovery kit)** does **not support multi-instance operation** by default.

### 🔍 What This Means:

If you try to **run multiple instances** of `WDCkit.exe` (or launch the utility more than once), only **one instance** will run at a time. Any attempt to open it again will just bring the existing window into focus.

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### 📌 Why Multi-Instance Isn't Supported

WD's utilities like `WDCkit.exe` are designed to:

* Manage one or more connected drives from a **single interface**

* Avoid conflicts in device monitoring, backup scheduling, or firmware updates

Running multiple instances could lead to:

* **Redundant device scanning**

* **Conflicting operations**

* **Inaccurate status reporting**

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### 🛠️ Workaround Options

If your goal is to manage **multiple drives** or automate tasks like backups or diagnostics separately:

1. Use the **built-in multi-drive support** in WD Drive Utilities

2. For automation, consider using **third-party backup tools** like:

* Macrium Reflect

* Acronis True Image

* FreeFileSync

3. For **advanced scripting**, use **Windows Task Scheduler + PowerShell or batch scripts** with drive letter detection.

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