Western Digital

WD 2TB Silver My Passport Ultra Metal Edition Portable External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 - WDBEZW0020BSL-NESN

Name: WD 2TB Silver My Passport Ultra Metal Edition Portable External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 - WDBEZW0020BSL-NESN
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: B00M1VICH4

Status: WD 2TB Silver My Passport Ultra Metal Edition… (2TB hard drive): Unavailable on Amazon as of 2026-10-18 10:16 UTC. Closest in-stock match (same 2TB hard drive): WD 2TB Elements Portable External Hard Drive for…, $131.80 on Amazon as of 2026-10-21 10:15 UTC (price may vary). eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

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Bottom line: The WD 2TB Silver My Passport Ultra Edition Portable External Hard Drive: Machined aluminum enclosure instead of the usual plastic portable-drive shell; main trade-off: ships Windows-formatted; Mac users must reformat before first use.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Machined aluminum enclosure instead of the usual plastic portable-drive shell
✓ Full 2TB capacity in a pocketable, bus-powered form factor
✓ 256-bit hardware encryption plus password protection built in
✓ Automatic backup to both a local folder and Dropbox cloud

Cons

✗ Ships Windows-formatted; Mac users must reformat before first use
✗ USB 3.0 only, no USB-C port or cable in the box
✗ Spinning platter drive, so far slower than an SSD of the same size
✗ Aluminum shell adds weight compared to plastic rivals

Manufacturer description

Make a statement with the WD My Passport Ultra Metal Edition, a 2TB portable external hard drive wrapped in a machined aluminum shell rather than the usual plastic. Western Digital built this drive for people who carry their archive with them: photographers offloading shoots, editors moving project files between machines, and anyone who wants a pocketable 2TB backup that looks at home next to a laptop. USB 3.0 connectivity handles the transfer duties, and the bundled WD software runs automatic local backups plus Dropbox cloud backup, so your photos, videos and music are protected in two…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored WD 2TB Silver My Passport Ultra Edition Portable External Hard Drive using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the external storage category. Western Digital's external storage lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for external storage of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this WD My Passport Ultra work with a Mac?

Yes, but it requires reformatting first. The drive ships preformatted for Windows; consult WD's Application Guide for the reformatting steps before you copy anything over.

How much storage does it actually hold?

This model is the 2TB capacity (part number WDBEZW0020BSL-NESN). WD offers the Metal Edition line in capacities up to 2TB.

Is the data on the drive encrypted?

Yes. The My Passport Ultra Metal Edition includes password protection with 256-bit hardware encryption, so the contents stay unreadable without your password.

Does it need a separate power adapter?

No. It is a portable drive powered over the USB 3.0 connection, so a single cable to your computer handles both data and power.

What warranty does Western Digital provide?

A 3-year limited warranty. Check the current product listing to confirm warranty terms and regional coverage before purchase.

Key Features

Sleek, stylish aluminum design
For Mac compatibility this Hard Drive requires reformatting; Refer to Application Guide for guidance on this
Automatic, local and cloud backup
Password protection and 256 bit hardware encryption; Premium storage with up to 2 TB capacity
USB 3.0 connectivity. 3 year limited warranty

Full Specifications

Brand	Western Digital
Color	Silver
Model Name	FBA_WDBEZW0020BSL-NESN
Form Factor	Portable
Media Speed	625 MB/s
Connectivity	USB
Model Number	WDBEZW0020BSL-NESN
Compatibility	Mac
Built-In Media	USB Cable
Hard-Drive Size	2 TB
Mfr Part Number	WDBEZW0020BSL-NESN
Number of Items	1
Special Feature	Password Protection
Hardware Platform	Mac
Installation Type	External Hard Drive
Compatible Devices	PC; Mac
Data Transfer Rate	5000 Megabits Per Second
Enclosure Material	Aluminum
Additional Features	Password Protection
Hard Disk Interface	USB 3.0

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