Specifications
Storage Capacity1000 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeHDDInterface(s)Micro-USB Type B
Key Specs
Storage Capacity1000 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeHDDInterface(s)Micro-USB Type B
General
Product NameMy Passport 1TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard DriveBrandWDModel NumberWDBYVG0010BBK-WESNColorBlackColor CategoryBlack
Capacity
Storage Capacity1000 gigabytes
Performance
Storage Drive TypeHDD
Compatibility
Internal Or ExternalExternalExternal Hard Drive TypePortableInterface(s)Micro-USB Type BMinimum System RequirementsWindows 10+, macOS 11+, ChromeOS
Features
Security FeaturesPassword ProtectionData EncryptionYesEncryption Algorithm256-bit AESUsageEveryday computing, Backup
Power
Power SourceUSB port
Dimension
Product Height0.4 inchesProduct Width2.95 inchesProduct Weight4.2 ounces
Included
Included SoftwareDevice Management and backup software (separate download required)
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts3 yearsManufacturer's Warranty - Labor3 years
Other
UPC718037869469
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.
Portable design
Lets you take your data on the go.
*Reformatting is required for Mac OS.
**Features not compatible with Chromebook.
What's Included
WD My Passport WDBYVG0010BBK - Portable Hard Drive
USB 3.0 cable
WD Discovery software
Quick Install Guide
SuperSpeed USB Cable
Manuals & Guides
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Q: QuestionIs this exFat? Compatible with both Mac and PC?(8 answers)
A: AnswerYes. 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.Answered by Mikaeel
Q: QuestionWill this work on a Macbook Air?(2 answers)
A: AnswerIt should work anywhere. I have one connected to my Linux box. Works with no problems.Answered by JohnG
Q: QuestionCan the passport support for xbox one? To install more games onto it?(3 answers)
A: AnswerI see other answers already on the Best Buy website that this device can be added. You go into the storage option to add it.Answered by ColumbiaMO
Q: QuestionWhat is the write speed?(2 answers)
A: AnswerI did a benchmark at one point, and if I recall, write speeds were somewhere between 50 and 100 Megabytes per second. I believe whenever I transfer files to it, the highest it gets for easy to transfer files is 46, though.Answered by MrManiac3
Q: QuestionHow is this device powered?(2 answers)
A: AnswerHi Ironwill, Please be informed that the WD My Passport drive is a plug-and-play device tested and designed for Windows and macOS. It comes with a USB 3.0 cable for external use only and get the power using your computer's USB port. To know more about the drive please refer to the link: http://products.wdc.com/library/AAG/ENG/4078-705155.pdf -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.Answered by Western Digital Team
Q: QuestionIs this compatible with PS5?(2 answers)
A: AnswerHi aretana1508, Sony added support for external USB hard drives on the PS5 with their April 2021 update. However, due to PS5 restrictions, games can only be played off the console’s internal SSD. As such, external USB storage hard drives only function as a faster way to hot-swap games and data on or off the PS5’s internal storage. -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for informationAnswered by Western Digital Team
Q: QuestionCan I use this as a databank for my ps4 slim to okay games(3 answers)
A: AnswerYes. I bought this for my son for the same reason.Answered by AlexlikesBestBuy
Q: QuestionIs this compatible with OS 7? It only list OS 8 & 10(2 answers)
A: AnswerCompatible to allAnswered by GsBBuy
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Reviews
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 2285 reviews
4.7Rating by feature
- 4.6Value
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- 4.7Quality
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- 4.7Ease of Use
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works great
This holds a lot of data - downloaded my entire Google Drive as a backup, which was a lot (I'm an elementary teacher for years, so that's a lot). Nice and small, easy plug and use.
Posted by KimM
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Small Size, Big Storage!
I got this to use with my laptop when extra storage is needed for things I don't need to keep on it, since it has a limited amount of storage. I can't say enough good about it! It's small enough to fit in any laptop bag, or even a pocket. It's perfect if you use more than one machine and need to access files on any of them, any time, with or without internet access. It's also perfect if you just have some stuff you want to transfer over or for storing pictures. If you're using it consistently as an external drive, it's fast enough to meet your needs. For around $50-60, you can't go wrong!
Posted by Wolfie85
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Worthwhile to have
I put short videos in it. It fits my needs very well. I only wish it could be cheaper.
Posted by BlackHawk9
