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  • The text on the image reads "2.95" WD 4.22" Slim design Fits in the palm of your hand."
  • The text on the image reads: "Backup Software included. Can be set to run automatically to your schedule. 1 Download and installation required. Terms and conditions apply. User account registration may be required."
  • Password protection 256-bit AES hardware encryption.
  • SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (5Gbps) USB 2.0 compatible - - - WD
  • The text on the image reads: "3-year limited warranty for peace of mind."
  • WD - My Passport Product Overview video 0 minutes 49 seconds

WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

Model:
WDBYVG0020BBK-WESN
SKU:
12588757
Highly rated by customers for:
$169.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 5105 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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94%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are impressed with the product's ample storage space, ease of use, and strong overall performance. Many also praise its perfect size, fast transfer speeds, and good value. However, a small number of users reported difficulties with software installation and initial setup.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Extra Storage

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my second one. This one seems to be more durable. So far I really like it.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Works great.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product. Done. Sk I have to fill up all these words so you will accept my review.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Blue

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • The one you need

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    As always WD nailed it with the sleek design and performance.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great backup device

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this to backup my grandson’s iMac computer. Very pleased with its performance.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Amazing

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Have used it and really easy to use. I would so get another one for my husband's laptop.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Passport

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very fast simple plug and play and drag and drop, Fair price

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Software

    Nice little backup drive

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got it to back up home PC. The WD software that came with it was useless. Not at all user friendly. Decided to use Norton backup software and it works great.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Blue

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Ext hard drive

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great. Really easy to use. Quick access and file transfer. No problems.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Blue

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • good deal for price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    unit is performing well in difficult conditions. This will be my secondary storage drive for my laptop.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Red

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Great External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great Portable Hard Drive with Hardware Encryption for a college student to use.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Red

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Fast fast fast

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great external hard drive. Super fast at transferring files, videos and pictures.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    Perfect

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I work on a lot of music and this was the perfect external for backing up all of my work!

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Red

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Gogether

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great. Something i needed to buy for my job. Glad i did

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Love it

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great,does what it needs to do Will buy again, probly. Owned it a couple months now.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    @TB external usb 3.o portable hard drive

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    great for storage of games and photos. I should have plenty of space for a while.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    2 TB Portable Harddrive

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    WD- my passport 2TB External HDD. Works great, easy install for PS4/PS5 or Xbox.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    Great product

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product! WD My Passport: Compact, Reliable Storage.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Easy to use

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I wasn’t sure how the product worked but once I formatted the drive it was easy to use.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    great drive

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    bought this for backup storage. Use it instead using internal hard drive on my acer.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Blue

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Great compact size

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this as a second backup for my work. What I really like is the compact size.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
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