WD - My Passport 1TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black
Storage Capacity
1000GBColor
Black
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Specifications
- Storage Capacity1000 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeHDDRotational Speed0 revolutions per minuteMaximum Read Speed0 megabytes per secondMaximum Write Speed0 megabytes per secondInterface(s)Micro-USB B
- Key Specs
- Storage Capacity: 1000 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.)
- Rotational Speed: 0 revolutions per minute (The rate at which the hard drive spins its platters. The higher the rotational speed, the faster the drive can read and write data.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 0 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 0 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can write information; for example, saving files.)
- Interface(s): Micro-USB B (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- General
- Brand: WD
- Model Number: WDBYVG0010BBK-WESN
- Product Name: My Passport 1TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive
- Color: Black
- Capacity
- Storage Capacity: 1000 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.)
- Rotational Speed: 0 revolutions per minute (The rate at which the hard drive spins its platters. The higher the rotational speed, the faster the drive can read and write data.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 0 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 0 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can write information; for example, saving files.)
- 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): Micro-USB B (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Minimum System Requirements: Windows 10+, macOS 11+, ChromeOS
- 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
- Lighting Type: Single color
- Power
- Power Source: USB port
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.4 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: 2.95 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: 4.2 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Included
- Included Software: Device Management and backup software (separate download required)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 3 years
- Warranty - Labor: 3 years
- Other
- UPC: 718037869469
Store, share and transport files with the lightweight Western Digital My Passport Portable Hard Drive. The SuperSpeed USB port lets you transfer large files in seconds and 256-bit AES hardware encryption helps keep your files secure. The My Passport provides enough space to store thousands of files and documents. Auto backup capability allows you to select the time and frequency of file transfers.
- 1TB 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.
- Backup: Make sure everything you createon your own life journey - photos, videos, music, and documents - doesn’t get lost. My Passport drive comes equipped with backup software (download required) that can be set to run automatically to your schedule, just pick the time and frequency to back up.
- Locked down: The My Passport drive’s built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection helps keep your digital life's contents secure.
- 1TB storage capacity: Provides ample space for storing documents, photos, music and more.
- Portable design: Lets you take your data on the go.
Whats Included
- WD My Passport WDBYVG0010BBK - Portable Hard Drive
- USB 3.0 cable
- WD Discovery software
- Quick Install Guide
- SuperSpeed USB Cable
Product Manuals
Q: Does this hard drive have password protection?
A: Yes, it has built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection.
Q: What is the storage capacity of this hard drive?
A: This hard drive has a storage capacity of 1TB.
Q: How is this hard drive powered?
A: This hard drive is powered by the USB port.
Q: Does this hard drive come with any software?
A: Yes, it includes WD Discovery software, and a 1-year subscription to WD2Go cloud storage and FILERECOVERY software.
Q: What kind of interface does this hard drive use?
A: It uses a USB 3.0 interface and is also backward compatible with USB 2.0.
Q: What is the duration of the free WD2Go cloud storage offer?
A: You get one year free of 500GB cloud storage.
Q: Is this exFat? Compatible with both Mac and PC?
A: Yes. I use it at home (where I'm running Windows) and also at school where we use the Mac OS. Has worked well on both computers.
Q: Will this work on a Macbook Air?
A: It should work anywhere. I have one connected to my Linux box. Works with no problems.
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| Pros for WD - My Passport 1TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Performance, Size, Speed, Storage, Ease of use | Overall Performance, Ease of Use, Storage Capacity, Size, Compatibility | Storage Capacity, Overall Performance, Ease of Use, Speed, Size | Overall Performance, Speed, Storage Capacity, Size, Portability |
| Cons for WD - My Passport 1TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black | |||
| Instructions, Software | There were no cons for this product— | Connectivity | There were no cons for this product— |
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