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WD 2TB White My Passport Portable External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 - WDBYFT0020BWT-WESN
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WD 2TB White My Passport Portable External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 - WDBYFT0020BWT-WESN

Bottom line: The Western Digital WD 2TB White My Passport Portable External Hard Drive: 2TB capacity in a palm-sized portable body; main trade-off: must be reformatted before use with Mac OS X.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 2TB capacity in a palm-sized portable body
  • ✓ Hardware encryption with password protection for stored files
  • ✓ Includes WD Backup software for automatic backups
  • ✓ USB 3.0 interface that still works in USB 2.0 ports
  • ✓ Works with Windows 10, 8 and 7 out of the box

Cons

  • ✗ Must be reformatted before use with Mac OS X
  • ✗ Hard drive, not an SSD, so slower than flash-based portables
  • ✗ Drops to USB 2.0 speeds when plugged into older ports
  • ✗ Official compatibility list stops at Windows 10

Manufacturer description

The Western Digital My Passport 2TB portable external hard drive (model WDBYFT0020BWT-WESN) gives you 2TB of pocketable storage in a white finish, sized to fit in the palm of your hand. It is built for carrying a large library of photos, videos, music and documents between home, school and the office. It connects through a USB 3.0 port and also works with USB 2.0 ports, so older laptops and desktops can still read it, though only at USB 2.0 speeds. Out of the box it is set up for Windows 10, Windows 8 and Windows 7. If you work on a Mac, plan to reformat the drive for macOS before first use…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Western Digital WD 2TB White My Passport 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 the WD My Passport 2TB work with a Mac?

Yes, but it requires reformatting for Mac OS X. The drive ships set up for Windows 10, 8 and 7, so reformat it before you copy any files, because reformatting erases everything on the drive.

Can I plug this drive into a USB 2.0 port?

Yes. The drive uses a USB 3.0 port and also works with USB 2.0, so older computers can use it, though transfers run at USB 2.0 speeds.

How does the password protection work?

The My Passport supports password protection with hardware encryption, so a password is needed to open your files. Check Western Digital's support site for the current software used to set up and manage the password.

What backup software comes with the drive?

It includes WD Backup software, which handles automatic backups of your files to the drive. You can also drag and drop files to the 2TB drive by hand.

What warranty comes with the WDBYFT0020BWT-WESN?

Warranty terms are not stated in this listing. Check the product listing or Western Digital's website for the current warranty coverage on this model.

Key Features

  • Auto backup with included WD Backup software
  • Password protection with hardware encryption
  • Reimagined design
  • Trusted drive built with WD reliability
  • USB 3.0 port; USB 2.0 compatible. SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY: Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7. Requires reformatting for Mac OS X operating system.

Full Specifications

BrandWestern Digital
ColorWhite
Model NameMy Passport
Unit Count1 Count
Form FactorPortable
ConnectivityUSB
Model NumberWDBYFT0020BWT-WESN
CompatibilityMac
Built-In MediaPortable hard drive^USB 3.0 cable^Quick Install Guide
Item Type NameWD My Passport Portable Hard Drive and auto backup software ,White ,2 TB (WDBYFT0020BWT-WESN)
Hard-Drive Size2000 GB
Mfr Part NumberWDBYFT0020BWT-WESN
Number of Items1
Special FeatureAuto backup capability, Password protection with hardware encryption
Item Part NumberWDBYFT0020BWTWESN
Hardware PlatformMac
Installation TypeExternal Hard Drive
Compatible DevicesUSB 3.0 port; USB 2.0 compatible
Data Transfer Rate1 megabytes_per_second
Enclosure Materialplastic

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