Will this work on Windows 11? null

Just spoke with WD technical support 2-1-22 and they said the Western Digital "My Passport" 10, 8.1 is compatible with windows 11.

It is dependent on the production year of the model you get. So, it may come down to a crap shot... The newer ones will use newer drivers that ARE compatible with Windows 11 Core Isolation Memory Integrity while the older production models are not and will cause it to fail. This information I received from a level 2 tech over the phone while trying to deal with this issue. You can run without the drivers on the straight Microsoft drivers not allowing the WD ones to install, though the drive will run slower and won't have access to the WD Bacup Features. It simply works as an external HD at that point. Built in Backup software or 3rd party software would be needed. Acronis software supplied will not work without the WD drivers. Sorry for making this a 'complex' answer... however, it isn't a straight yes it is or no it isn't. The only solution is for WD to update their drivers to correct for this which from the looks of things they are not going to do.

My Passport 1TB drivers conflict with Win 11 memory security. WD Backup (software) is no longer supported by WD. They give a 5 year license to use Acronis. Acronis will work with Win-11, but you must keep Win-11 memory security (core isolation) turned off. problem is again due to driver conflict with Win-11. If you want to run windows-11 it is probably best to stay away from Western Digital back up drives with or without Acronis. Unless WD/Acronis can update their drivers to Win-11.

It works on both Windows and Macs. If it works on Windows 11, it remains to be seen if anything will work on Windows 11, or if Windows 11 even works.

I dont have a clue. I have had no issues w the product. It preforms flawlessly on my PS4PRO. Try read Amazon reviews or contact manufacturer.

I would assume so as I am using Windows 10.

Hello, Please be informed that the WD My Passport drive is a plug and play device tested and designed for Windows and Mac computers for seamless operation. To know more about the drive compatibility refer to the link: http://products.wdc.com/library/AAG/ENG/4078-705155.pdf -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.

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Just spoke with WD technical support 2-1-22 and they said the Western Digital "My Passport" 10, 8.1 is compatible with windows 11.
Answered by billy 4 years ago
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It is dependent on the production year of the model you get. So, it may come down to a crap shot... The newer ones will use newer drivers that ARE compatible with Windows 11 Core Isolation Memory Integrity while the older production models are not and will cause it to fail. This information I received from a level 2 tech over the phone while trying to deal with this issue. You can run without the drivers on the straight Microsoft drivers not allowing the WD ones to install, though the drive will run slower and won't have access to the WD Bacup Features. It simply works as an external HD at that point. Built in Backup software or 3rd party software would be needed. Acronis software supplied will not work without the WD drivers. Sorry for making this a 'complex' answer... however, it isn't a straight yes it is or no it isn't. The only solution is for WD to update their drivers to correct for this which from the looks of things they are not going to do.
Answered by Grey 3 years ago
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My Passport 1TB drivers conflict with Win 11 memory security. WD Backup (software) is no longer supported by WD. They give a 5 year license to use Acronis. Acronis will work with Win-11, but you must keep Win-11 memory security (core isolation) turned off. problem is again due to driver conflict with Win-11. If you want to run windows-11 it is probably best to stay away from Western Digital back up drives with or without Acronis. Unless WD/Acronis can update their drivers to Win-11.
Answered by DisapointedWin11MyPasspor 3 years ago
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It works on both Windows and Macs. If it works on Windows 11, it remains to be seen if anything will work on Windows 11, or if Windows 11 even works.
Answered by PhilVenPhotography 4 years ago
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I dont have a clue. I have had no issues w the product. It preforms flawlessly on my PS4PRO. Try read Amazon reviews or contact manufacturer.
Answered by Greatlaptpopweakcharger 4 years ago
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I would assume so as I am using Windows 10.
Answered by JKKucera 4 years ago
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Hello, Please be informed that the WD My Passport drive is a plug and play device tested and designed for Windows and Mac computers for seamless operation. To know more about the drive compatibility refer to the link: http://products.wdc.com/library/AAG/ENG/4078-705155.pdf -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.
Answered by Western Digital Team 4 years ago
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