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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 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

Model:
WDBPKJ0050BBK-WESN
SKU:
11013461
Highly rated by customers for:
$238.49

Customer reviews

Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 2889 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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93%would recommend to a friend
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:
    Storage

    Tons of memory at a great price.

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

    Great value, especially for 4T of memory. Anyone remember the old-days with disc and CD drives? Very happy with this device!

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    The My Passport series are very reliable

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

    I have about 10 of the my passport series hard drives that i have purchased over the last several years ranging in size from 1TB to this 5TB and they have been very reliable.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Solid

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

    I haven't had any issies thus far. I've switched between ios, android, and PC with no problems. So far, so good.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    Passport 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.

    Used to back up all my computer files and pictures. Very happy with the hard drive!

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    Quality Stuff

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

    can't believe to see 5tb in a compact size like this, cheers to tech advancements. Love the feel, quality, and speed it gives. Would buy again.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    Does just what it promises

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

    Good product. Reliable, does what is expected, and good value.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    Works as advertised.

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

    Works as advertised. This is as much as you need from a storage device. It is storing my backup information and I expect it to do so for the next few years before degrading.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    best portable hd

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

    best easy plug and play store my mysic for my dj gigs

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    I'd buy this again

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

    Exactly what I was looking for at a great price. Compatible with Apple and so far no issues. Good pricing, fast curb-side delivery and a good product overall.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    Great product

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

    We brought this product to scan important documents onto. Very pleased with the product and the ease of using! Would buy again if needed

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB 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 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this drive it is perfect for backing up all of my files on the go!

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    My backup

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this item. It allows me to keep my documents handy, without cluttering my cpu.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    External hard drive

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

    Nice little external hard drive. Been using this brand over 10 years and havent had a failed HD yet.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    Affordable solid Hard Drive for you

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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 solid external hard drive. The black color wasn't that bad, although I wanted to buy a red one. Highly Recommended at moderate price range.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    Best Buy for sn Extrrnsl Dtivr

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

    Always a great external heart drive. Service getting it mailed as well.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    Hard drive

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

    Good value. Lots of storage in a small box. I would highly recommend.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    Good and useful

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

    Every useful and handy to have around. Never run out of paper.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    Good and Reliable Drive

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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 drive in Dec 2020 and so far has given me no problem. Good and reliable product up until now and hope will last much longer and I will tell later.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    Ashby external drive

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

    The external drive capacity and speed as well as the security is perfect.

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

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

    Great

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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, works great, works great, works great

    This review is from WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
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