Description
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Western Digital (WD) |
| Model | My Passport (WDBYVG0010BBK‑WESN) |
| Capacity | 1 TB |
| Interface | USB 3.0 (5 Gbps)- USB 2.0 backward compatible |
| Encryption | 256-bit AES hardware encryption- password protection |
| Software Included | WD Backup- WD Security- WD Drive Utilities- Acronis |
| Dimensions | ~110 × 81.5 × 13.8 mm |
| Weight | ~120 g |
| Warranty | 3-year limited |
| Eco Design |
Western Digital (WD) My Passport 1TB Portable Hard Drive – Full Description
Slim & Reliable Portable Storage
The WD My Passport 1 TB (model WDBYVG0010BBK-WESN) offers 1 terabyte of storage in a sleek- palm-sized form factor. USB 3.0 connectivity delivers up to 5 Gbps transfer speeds- making it ideal for storing photos- videos- music- documents- and backups on the go.
Fast & Efficient USB 3.0 Performance
When connected to a USB 3.0 (Gen 1) port- the drive delivers high-speed transfers and smooth data performance—while remaining fully backward compatible with USB 2.0.
Hardware Encryption & Password Protection
Comes bundled with 256-bit AES hardware encryption and password protection features via WD Security software- offering strong data privacy (Windows only). Backup and security tools like WD Backup and Acronis True Image simplify automated local and cloud backups.
Compact- Light & Eco-Friendly Design
Weighing just about 120 g (1 TB/2 TB variants) with dimensions around 110 × 81.5 × 13.8 mm- it’s lightweight and pocketable. The enclosure is made from over 50% post-consumer recycled plastic- and the packaging is also largely recycled. x
Trusted Support & Warranty
Supported by a 3-year limited warranty- the My Passport series enjoys a reputation for reliability and user satisfaction. PCWorld and other editors highlighted it as the best overall external HDD for portability- value- and backup features.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What’s the real-world transfer speed?
A: On USB 3.0 ports- typical transfer rates are well over 100 MB/s- much faster than USB 2.0. It depends on the host hardware and file types.
Q: How is the software support?
A: Includes WD Backup- WD Security- WD Drive Utilities- and Acronis True Image- offering password protection- encryption- diagnostics- and automated backups.
Q: Is it suitable for Mac?
A: Yes. For Mac use- reformatting to exFAT or HFS+ may be required. Backup software might be Windows-only.
Q: How durable is the drive?
A: Robust enough for daily transport. While HDDs are more fragile than SSDs- My Passport is built with reliable components and WD’s quality control