Western Digital

WD 3TB Black My Passport Portable External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 - WDBYFT0030BBK-WESN

Name: WD 3TB Black My Passport Portable External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 - WDBYFT0030BBK-WESN
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: B01LQQHBK8

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Bottom line: The Western Digital WD 3TB Black My Passport Portable External Hard Drive: 3TB capacity in a palm-sized shell for photos, video and document archives; main trade-off: must be reformatted before use with Mac OS X.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 3TB capacity in a palm-sized shell for photos, video and document archives
✓ Hardware encryption with password protection guards data if the drive is lost
✓ Bundled WD Backup software automates scheduled backups
✓ USB 3.0 interface that falls back to USB 2.0 ports on older PCs
✓ Backed by a 3-year manufacturer's limited warranty

Cons

✗ Must be reformatted before use with Mac OS X
✗ Listed OS support stops at Windows 10, 8.1 and 7
✗ Spinning hard drive is slower than a portable SSD
✗ USB 3.0 connection; USB-C-only laptops need an adapter or hub

Manufacturer description

The Western Digital 3TB My Passport (model WDBYFT0030BBK-WESN) is a portable external hard drive small enough to fit in the palm of your hand. Its 3TB of capacity gives you room for large photo libraries, video projects, music collections and years of documents, so you can carry a full backup in a laptop bag or jacket pocket. Your files stay protected in two ways. The included WD Backup software runs automatic backups, so you do not have to remember to copy files by hand. Hardware encryption with password protection keeps the data locked if the drive is lost or borrowed. The drive connects…

SpecPicks Verdict

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the WD 3TB My Passport work with a Mac?

Yes, but it ships formatted for Windows. Western Digital states it requires reformatting for Mac OS X, and reformatting erases everything on the drive, so do it before you copy files.

Which versions of Windows are supported?

Western Digital lists compatibility with Windows 10, Windows 8.1 and Windows 7. On those systems the drive works over USB without reformatting.

Will it work if my computer only has USB 2.0 ports?

Yes. The drive has a USB 3.0 port and is USB 2.0 compatible. On a USB 2.0 port, transfers run at USB 2.0 speeds instead of USB 3.0 speeds.

How does the drive protect my files?

It offers hardware encryption with password protection, so the data can't be read without the password. The included WD Backup software can also run automatic backups of your files.

What warranty comes with the WD My Passport 3TB?

The WDBYFT0030BBK-WESN comes with a 3-year manufacturer's limited warranty. Check Western Digital's warranty page for the full terms and how to file a claim.

Key Features

Auto backup with included WD Backup software
Password protection with hardware encryption
Trusted drive built with WD reliability
USB 3.0 port; USB 2.0 compatible. SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7. Requires reformatting for Mac OS X operating system
3-year manufacturer's limited warranty

Full Specifications

Brand	WD
Color	Black
Model Name	My Passport
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Connectivity	USB
Model Number	WDBYFT0030BBK-WESN
Compatibility	Mac
Built-In Media	Portable hard drive^USB 3.0 cable^Quick Install Guide
Item Type Name	WD My Passport Portable Hard Drive and auto backup software ,Black ,3 TB (WDBYFT0030BBK-WESN)
Hard-Drive Size	3 TB
Mfr Part Number	WDBYFT0030BBK-WESN
Number of Items	1
Special Feature	LED indicators^Operating temperature range:5 - 35 °C^Security algorithms:256-bit AES^USB powered^Y
Item Part Number	WDBYFT0030BBK-WESN, WDBYFT0030BBKWESN
Hardware Platform	PC;Mac
Installation Type	External Hard Drive
Compatible Devices	USB 3.0 port; USB 2.0 compatible
Data Transfer Rate	1 Megabytes Per Second
Enclosure Material	plastic

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