Western Digital My Passport drive External

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Specifications

Capacity

1TB,2TB,4TB,5TB

Connector

Micro-B

Interface

USB 3.2 Gen 1

USB 2.0

Transfer Rate

up to 5Gb/s

Warranty

3-Year Limited Warranty

Dimensions (L x W x H)

4.22″ x 2.95″ x 0.44″

Weight

0.27lbs

Operating Temperature

5°C to 35°C

Non-Operating Temperature

-20°C to 65°C

Certifications

FCC-ICES, CE, BSMI, RCM, VCCI, EAC, UKCA

The WD My Passport external hard drive offers a variety of technical specifications that make it both efficient and versatile for data storage. Here’s a more detailed breakdown:

1. Storage Capacity:

• Available in multiple storage sizes: 1TB, 2TB, 4TB, and 5TB.
• Suitable for storing large files like high-definition videos, photos, documents, and music.

2. Interface and Compatibility:

• USB 3.0 Interface: Provides fast data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps when connected to USB 3.0 ports, significantly faster than USB 2.0.
• Backward compatibility with USB 2.0 ports, but data transfer speed will be slower (up to 480 Mbps).
• Plug-and-play support with Windows, and reformatting is required for macOS. Compatible with Windows 10/11 and macOS after formatting.

3. Data Transfer Speed:

• On USB 3.0, typical transfer speeds can range from 100 to 150 MB/s, depending on file size and type.
• Ideal for quick backups and large file transfers.
• Performance can be affected by the system configuration, but generally, it’s designed for efficient large-scale file management.

4. Security Features:

• 256-bit AES hardware encryption: Provides powerful encryption to keep your data safe. You can protect the drive with a password using WD’s included software.
• WD Security software: Allows you to easily enable password protection and set up encryption.

5. Backup Solutions:

• WD Backup software (for Windows): Easy-to-use automatic backup. You can set it to back up data on a schedule, ensuring that your important files are always saved.
• Works with other backup software for macOS (like Time Machine, after reformatting).

6. Durability and Design:

• Compact and portable: The drive is designed to be lightweight and easily carried in a bag or pocket.
• Durable casing: Engineered to withstand regular use and minor bumps while traveling.
• Available in multiple colors (black, blue, red, white) to suit personal preferences.

7. System Requirements:

• Windows: Requires Windows 10 or Windows 11.
• macOS: Reformatting is required for macOS use (supports macOS 11 or newer).
• Included software: WD Discovery, WD Backup, WD Drive Utilities (for diagnostics), and WD Security.

8. Additional Features:

• Lightweight design: Weighs about 120 grams (4.2 oz) for easy portability.
• Warranty: Typically comes with a 3-year limited warranty for peace of mind.

The WD My Passport is a great choice for users who need secure, fast, and portable data storage, whether for personal backups or business purposes.