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WD - P40 Game Drive for PS4, PS5 and Xbox 500GB External USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Portable SSD - Black

Model: WDBAWY5000ABK-WESN
SKU: 6512124
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  • Key Specs
    • Storage Capacity: 500 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: SSD (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.)
    • Maximum Read Speed: 2000 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
    • Interface(s): USB Type C (USB 3.2 Gen2) (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
  • General
    • Product Name: P40 Game Drive for PS4, PS5 and Xbox 500GB External USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Portable SSD
    • Brand: WD
    • Model Number: WDBAWY5000ABK-WESN
  • Capacity
    • Storage Capacity: 500 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: SSD (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.)
    • Maximum Read Speed: 2000 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening 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): USB Type C (USB 3.2 Gen2) (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
    • Operating System Compatibility: Mac, Windows
    • Minimum System Requirements: PS5, PS4, PS4 Pro, Xbox Series X|S , Xbox One, Windows® 11, 10, 8.1 or macOS 10.11+
  • Features
    • Usage: Gaming, Everyday computing
    • Lighting Type: RGB
  • Power
    • Power Source: USB port
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 0.51 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 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: 2.72 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Other
    • UPC: 619659189228

Dominate in style with the powerful 500GB WD_BLACK P40 Game Drive SSD. The downloadable WD_BLACK dashboard gives you full control over the LED light display for a personalized experience every time you play (Windows® only). This high-performance SSD storage features blazing speeds in a compact and shock-resistant design, making it easy to take with you anywhere.

  • Light up your game: Customize your drive’s RGB lighting with the downloadable WD_BLACK Dashboard (Windows® only) to show off your style and make every play personal.
  • Kick loading into overdrive: Beat your competition into the match with a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 interface and speeds up to 2,000MB/s.* Help optimize your console or PC gaming experience and drive your game.
  • Dominate anywhere: Compete and conquer on the go with a compact and portable form factor that makes it easy to take your gaming library with you.
  • Store more, play more: Keep more of the latest and largest titles installed and ready to launch with a capacity of 500GB.
  • Grab it and go: This durable, portable drive is built with WD_BLACK toughness thanks to a shockresistant structure that can survive a drop of up to two meters, making it the perfect gaming storage to take with you anywhere with its compact portable design.
  • Compatible with most next-generation consoles: Including PlayStation 5, Playstation 4 Pro, PS4 with software version 4.50 or higher, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 11, 10, 8.1 and macOS 10.11+
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface: Offers an easy-to-use connection to devices.
  • Game on with confidence: WD_BLACK reliability backed by a 5-year limited warranty lets you keep your focus where it should be; on the game.
Whats Included
  • WD WD_BLACK P40 500GB External USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Portable SSD
  • Owner's manual

Q: does this have a built in heat sink?

A: Hello Sean, Please be informed that WD_ Black P40 SSD Kick loading into overdrive with a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 interface and speeds up to 2,000MB/s . For more information about the drive please refer to the link : https://bit.ly/3AqrNBF -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.

Q: My ps4 says to download a file onto a usb storage device from playstation website. Do I need to download a file onto this device or will my ps4 begin to work by plugging the device into the console?

A: Hello, Please be informed that the query is related to the PS4 working requirements. We would recommend you to contact the host device support team. -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.

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