WD - My Passport Wireless Pro 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black
- Key Specs
- Storage Capacity: 2000 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.)
- Interface(s): Micro-USB Type B (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- General
- Product Name: My Passport Wireless Pro 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive
- Brand: WD
- Model Number: WDBP2P0020BBK-NESN
- Capacity
- Storage Capacity: 2000 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.)
- 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 Type B (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Minimum System Requirements: Android, Apple iOS, Apple MacOS X 10.8, Apple MacOS X 10.9, Apple MacOS X 10.10, Microsoft Windows 7 / 8 / 10, Apple MacOS X 10.11
- Features
- Security Features: None
- Data Encryption: true
- Usage: Everyday computing, Backup
- Memory
- Cache Buffer Size: 256 megabytes (The data capacity of the cache buffer (or disk buffer) that acts as temporary memory for the drive. The cache holds the most recently and frequently used data to save the drive the extra step of pulling it from permanent storage every time it's needed, which helps increase the drive's overall speed.)
- Power
- Power Source: AC adapter
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.9 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: 5 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: 15.9 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Included
- Included Software: WD My Cloud, WD Backup, WD Access
- Other
- UPC: 718037839288
Share files between your smartphone, tablet and home computer with this WD My Passport Wireless Pro. Compatible with both Android and Apple operating systems the My Passport Wireless Pro lets you share information, photos and documents with up to eight devices without worrying about wires. A rechargeable battery and network security keep you up and running in complete security.
- USB 3.0, USB 2.0 and Wireless-AC interfaces: For wired and wireless connection to your devices.
- Data transfer rates up to 800Mbps with USB 3.0, 480Mbps with USB 2.0: Ensure rapid updates.
- Password protection: Offers security for your sensitive data.
- Built-in 6,400mAh power bank: Charge your smartphone, tablet and other USB devices anywhere.
- Compatible with Mac, PC, smartphones and tablets: For flexible installation options.
- 2TB storage capacity: Provides ample space for storing documents, photos, music and more.
- Portable design: Lets you take your data on the go.
- Automatic back-up software: Safeguards your data.
Whats Included
- My Passport Wireless Pro device
- USB 3.0 cable
- USB AC power adapter
- Quick Install Guide
A: It's a wireless, portable hard drive. You can use it with a computer without having to plug a USB cable in, you can also download and Android and iOS app that will allow you to view content on the hard drive. Lastly, it has an SD slot letting you plug in a memory card and transfer content to the hard drive which can later be viewed using a PC, smartphone, or tablet.
A: No, you don't have to have this plugged into an electrical outlet when using it. This has an internal battery that you should charge before taking it on any trip. That's the only time you would need to have it plugged in.
A: It comes linked with a Plex interface option. It does not show up like a normal network drive or external device would that is navigated through explorer. Also, in order to be connect to the drive and the internet, you must route your computer's wifi connection through the drive, it slows down your internet connection speed significantly.
Q: Does this drive have the exFAT file system?
A: Yes it does have ExFat. If I recall correctly, thats how its formatted out the box. BEWARE! WD support is horrible, be extra careful with your drive if you buy one.
Q: Can I download media stored on this hard drive to my iPad? Or can it only stream to a mobile device?
A: You can download media stored on this hard drive to your iPad.
A: Hello Tony, Please be informed that the WD My Passport Wireless Pro drive is a plug 'n' play device tested and designed for Windows and Mac computers.We recommend to check with the host device vendor whether WD My Passport Wireless pro drive will fit and support the device.Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.
Q: Does this external drive work with both Mac and Windows operating systems?
A: Hi Jenna, The WD My Passport Wireless Pro is formatted in exFAT. So, it can be used with both Windows and Mac OS computers. Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.
Q: What is the RPM for this HDD?
A: Hi Jack, Thanks for showing your interest in WD My Passport Wireless drive. Please refer to the link mentioned below to more about this drive. https://support-en.wd.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/13652 Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information
