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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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  • Value

    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

  • Quality

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

  • Ease of Use

    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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  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    fine so far

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

    works so far. no issue. has had it for some 3 weeks and used for last 10 days only.

    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 add files

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

    Easy to add files to. Desktop dashboard is easy to navigate and files easily upload

    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

    external hard drive

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

    Bought this for my Xbox one gives me a ton of more room to download games

    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:
    Overall performance

    BACKUP

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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! GEEK SQUAD PROVIDED BACK UP FOR ME AND THAT WAS GOOD.

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

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Excellent

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

    Awesome! Nice quality and perfect for storage. Light weight and durable!

    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:
    Storage

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s been great thus far. Bought it for my Xbox. Would recommend it to anyone

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

    it works really good, and it is easy to use plug and play, I'm really happy with it

    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:
    Storage

    It Works

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

    It's really good, very helpful in backing up what was on my hard drive

    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

    Great

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

    Great item! Durability and price point made this an easy buy!

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

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Exactly what I needed

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This one is exactly what I was looking for. Working as expected, affordable price.

    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

    Great

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

    Great item. Can’t wait to purchase one for every room.

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

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Happy buyer

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

    I really think this was a good product for a great price

    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:
    Storage

    Photobackup

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

    Woeks as intended and houses all my photos... from my phone.

    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:
    Size

    Sleek design, very thin

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

    Thinner than I thought and like the design. The speed is fast as well! Great price

    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

    Plug and go and easy to use.

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

    Should have gotten one of these a few years ago. Better then using a thumb drive.

    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:
    Storage

    Great for gaming

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

    Works great for storing extra games on our Xbox One

    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

    A must have

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

    Great external drive. Plenty of storage and sup easily to set up for auto backups.

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

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Works as advertised.

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

    It fits in with my other devices. It is a backup device for long term storage.

    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

    Small device but hold copius amts of info

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

    It's a great device. It is small but it is small enough to transport

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

    Easy to use and piece of mind. Purchased this to back up family computer.

    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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