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WD - My Passport Ultra 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Blue

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WD - My Passport Ultra 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Blue

Model: WDBFTM0040BBL-WESN
SKU: 11235358
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Specifications
  • Storage Capacity
    4000 gigabytes
    Storage Drive Type
    HDD
    Interface(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.

Drives and Storage Buying Guide

  • 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)

Q: Amazon lists this a a USB-C with a USB-A adapter, but BB does not list either though one of the pictures shows what looks like a USB-C port on the drive.

A: Mine came with a cord that has a USB-C type plug on both ends. It came with a USB-A adapter. You can take the adapter and plug it into either end of the cord and that end will plug into any of the USB ports on your laptop or desktop. The other end plugs into the USB-C port on the external hard drive itself.

Q: Does this come with automatic backup software same as the standard my passport?

A: Yes, it does come with the software. If it does not, go to the WD website to download.

Q: My 2t hard drive back-up is full. Will a 4t re-copy what is already on the 2t and/ or will a new 2t also re-copy the previously copied info? Thanks

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.

Q: Will these drives take pics and files from android phones with type c plug. Sorry im computer illit. Do the 5 T drives do the same. Are they backward compat to use usb 2.0 and 3.0 with adapter?

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: what is the difference between wd reg exteranl hard drive and the ultra model

A: Hi Ken, Please be informed that My Passport and WD My Passport Ultra are both external hard drive made by Western Digital, but they differ in a few key areas such as build material, design, price, etc. Please refer to the links to know detailed information about the drive: WD My Passport External Hard drive: https://www.westerndigital.com/en-in/products/portable-drives/wd-my-passport-usb-3-0-hdd?sku=WDBYVG0010BBK-WESN WD My Passport Ultra Hard drive: https://support-en.wd.com/app/products/product-detailweb/p/1527

Q: What year was this built? I saw bunch of reviews saying it had failed after 3 years

A: Hi, We request you kindly open a support ticket at (https://support-en.wd.com/app/askweb) to elaborate on the issue and, our support team will get in touch with you at the earliest.

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Pros for WD - My Passport Ultra 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Blue
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Cons for WD - My Passport Ultra 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Blue
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Running good with 4K editing.

    Its easy and it does not having me problems yet. Im editing in 4K and i have my doubts about this HD because is old, but everything goes well with Davinci Resolve and 4K without proxys. So, well done.

    This review is from WD - My Passport Ultra 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Silver

    Manuel Posted

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    SSD uses a lot of the storage capacity

    The SSD uses some of your storage capacity and it's quite a bit. Thus, even though it says 4 Terabytes it is really more like 3TB of space after the 1TB used for the system. They should advertise that so it is not false advertising.

    This review is from WD - My Passport Ultra 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Silver

    Augie Posted

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for Time Machine. Good value.

    I bought this for Time Machine on my wife's iMac. Since it's her business machine, backup is vital. It must be reformatted for the time machine back up, but that's quick and easy enough. Almost automatic, but not quite. I gave her 3TB for Time Machine and 1TB for project storage. The "Mac experts" recommend three times the HD space for time Machine backups. So again, being her business machine that's what I did, just to be sure. So far, it's great. It's silent and small, its powered by USB C, so it just sits out of the way doing its vital job. WD has always been a good brand, and the passport a good product to my experience with them. Recommended.

    This review is from WD - My Passport Ultra 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Silver

    MandKArms Posted

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