WD - My Passport Ultra 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Blue
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Specifications
- Storage Capacity4000 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeHDDInterface(s)USB Type C (USB 3.1 Gen1)
- Key Specs
- Storage Capacity: 4000 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Storage Drive Type: HDD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Interface(s): USB Type C (USB 3.1 Gen1) (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- General
- Brand: WD
- Model Number: WDBFTM0040BBL-WESN
- Product Name: My Passport Ultra 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive
- Color: Blue
- Capacity
- Storage Capacity: 4000 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Performance
- Storage Drive Type: HDD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Compatibility
- Internal Or External: External
- External Hard Drive Type: Portable (Physical characteristics of the hard drive, including size, weight and how you connect to your device.)
- Interface(s): USB Type C (USB 3.1 Gen1) (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Minimum System Requirements: Windows 7 / 8.1 / 10, Reformatting required for macOS and other operating systems
- Features
- Security Features: Password Protection
- Data Encryption: true
- Encryption Algorithm: 256-bit AES (The algorithm standard used to encrypt data on a device.)
- Usage: Everyday computing, Backup
- Power
- Power Source: USB port
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.8 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 3.21 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 8.1 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Included
- Included Software: WD Security, WD Drive Utilities, WD Backup, WD Discovery
- Other
- UPC: 718037864051
Move essential data across devices efficiently with this Western Digital My Passport Ultra External Portable Hard Drive. The drive uses USB 3.0 technology for quick read and write speeds, and the USB-C connector offers effortless plug-in options while boosting transfer rates. Abundant storage space for all types of media and applications. The backup software lets you automatically save works in progress at your preferred intervals. Password protection and 256-bit AES hardware-based encryption for added security.
- 4TB storage capacity: Provides ample space for storing documents, photos, music and more.
- USB 3.0 interface: Offers an easy-to-use connection to devices. Backward compatible with USB 2.0 for simple connection to your computer. USB-powered.
- Social friendly.: Included WD Discovery™ software lets you connect to popular social media and cloud storage services like, Dropbox and Google Drive™
- Automatic backup options: The My Passport Ultra™ drive comes equipped with WD Backup™ software to help make sure everything you create while on your own life journey - photos, videos, music and documents - doesn’t get lost.
- Locked down.: The My Passport™ Ultra’s built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection helps keep your digital life's contents secure.
- Portable design: Lets you take your data on the go.
- Compatible with PC and Mac: Offers flexible installation options.*
- Free 500GB WD 2Go cloud storage and FILERECOVERY software. Only at Best Buy.: One-year cloud storage and FILERECOVERY license with included WD Discovery software.
- 4TB storage capacity: Provides ample space for storing documents, photos, music and more.
- USB 3.0 interface: Offers an easy-to-use connection to devices. Backward compatible with USB 2.0 for simple connection to your computer. USB-powered.
- Social friendly.: Included WD Discovery™ software lets you connect to popular social media and cloud storage services like, Dropbox and Google Drive™
- Automatic backup options: The My Passport Ultra™ drive comes equipped with WD Backup™ software to help make sure everything you create while on your own life journey - photos, videos, music and documents - doesn’t get lost.
- Locked down.: The My Passport™ Ultra’s built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection helps keep your digital life's contents secure.
- Portable design: Lets you take your data on the go.
- Compatible with PC and Mac: Offers flexible installation options.*
- Free 500GB WD 2Go cloud storage and FILERECOVERY software. Only at Best Buy.: One-year cloud storage and FILERECOVERY license with included WD Discovery software.
Whats Included
- My Passport Ultra Portable Storage
- Quick install guide
- USB-C cable with USB 3.0 adapter
- WD Discovery software* for WD Backup, WD Security and WD Drive Utilities (*Internet activation required)
- My Passport Ultra Portable Storage
- Quick install guide
- USB-C cable with USB 3.0 adapter
- WD Discovery software* for WD Backup, WD Security and WD Drive Utilities (*Internet activation required)
A: Hello, We would like to inform you that you could copy the data of 2TB from your old drive to a new drive of 2TB or 4TB . You could simply drag n drop the data from old drive to the new drive by connecting both the drives to the computer at the same time. Refer to the link to know more about the drive: https://products.wdc.com/library/AAG/ENG/4078-705133.pdf -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.
A: Hello,Please be informed that the WD My Passport ultra Hard Drive is a plug 'n' play device and has connectivity with USB 3.0 devices as well as backward compatibility with USB 2.0 devices. The drive is designed and test for Windows and Mac computers. Therefore, we recommend you to move the data from phone to computer or vice versa using your computer. -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.
Q: Does this drive come with a data recovery protection plan?
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Q: Will this work with Windows 11. Will it need to be reformatted if so?
A: Yes this works with Windows 10 and 11 without having to reformat.
Q: Does this work with PS 4. PS 4Pro, XBox1?
A: I used it with my ps4 and it works. Not sure with the pro but I guess it will.
Q: Will the 4T work with older PCs and usb2? windows xp?
A: Yes but it will be slower on USB 2
Q: Will this work with Linux OS? Namely, Ubuntu 16.04?
A: It comes pre-formatted for a Windows computer, but is easily reformatted for use with any OS.
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Move essential data across devices efficiently with this Western Digital My Passport Ultra External Portable Hard Drive. The drive uses USB 3.0 technology for quick read and write speeds, and the USB-C connector offers effortless plug-in options while boosting transfer rates. Abundant storage space for all types of media and applications. The backup software lets you automatically save works in progress at your preferred intervals. Password protection and 256-bit AES hardware-based encryption for added security.
Store, share and transport files with the lightweight Western Digital My Passport Portable Hard Drive. The SuperSpeed USB port lets you transfer large files in seconds and 256-bit AES hardware encryption helps keep your files secure. The My Passport provides enough space to store thousands of files and documents. Auto backup capability allows you to select the time and frequency of file transfers.
Equipped with USB-C™ technology, the My Passport™ Ultra portable drive offers an easy way to expand your storage with a modern metal design that complements your PC. It’s Windows® 10-ready out of the box to seamlessly deliver plug-and-play storage, while password protection with hardware encryption helps enforce the security of your content.
Expansion portable drive is an easy-to-use solution for instantly adding storage to Windows or Mac—and taking those files on the go. Take advantage of fast data transfer speeds with USB 3.0 and consolidate files into a single location. Free up space on your computer with a simple drag and drop—file saving is that easy. Plus, Seagate Expansion comes with Rescue Data Recovery Services for additional peace of mind.
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| There were no pros for this product— | Storage, Ease of use, Reliability, Size, Price | There were no pros for this product— | Storage Capacity, Portability, Overall Performance, Speed, Connectivity |
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| There were no cons for this product— | Software, Noise, Heat | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |
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