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WD 1TB Black My Passport Portable External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 - WDBYNN0010BBK-WESN
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WD 1TB Black My Passport Portable External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 - WDBYNN0010BBK-WESN

Bottom line: The Western Digital WD 1TB Black My Passport Portable External Hard Drive: 1TB in a palm-sized enclosure that fits a jacket pocket or laptop sleeve; main trade-off: requires reformatting for macOS; ships Windows-formatted out of the box.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 1TB in a palm-sized enclosure that fits a jacket pocket or laptop sleeve
  • ✓ USB 3.0 speeds with USB 2.0 backward compatibility for older machines
  • ✓ Hardware encryption plus password protection locks the drive itself
  • ✓ Included WD Backup software runs scheduled backups automatically

Cons

  • ✗ Requires reformatting for macOS; ships Windows-formatted out of the box
  • ✗ Mechanical hard drive, so slower than an SSD of the same capacity
  • ✗ Warranty is 3 years limited, shorter than 5-year drives in this class
  • ✗ USB 3.0 rather than USB-C or USB 3.2, so a newer laptop may need an adapter

Manufacturer description

The WD My Passport 1TB portable external hard drive is Western Digital's palm-sized answer to running out of space on a laptop that never sits still. It holds 1TB of photos, video projects, music libraries, and documents in a drive small enough to live in a jacket pocket, and it connects over USB 3.0 (with USB 2.0 backward compatibility) so transfers stay quick on modern machines and still work on older ones. Two features do the heavy lifting. The included WD Backup software handles automatic, scheduled backups, so your files copy over without you remembering to drag folders. Password…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Western Digital WD 1TB Black 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 1TB work with a Mac?

Not out of the box. Western Digital lists it as requiring reformatting for Mac OS X; it ships formatted for Windows. Reformatting on a Mac erases the drive, so do it before you copy anything over.

How fast is the USB connection?

It uses a USB 3.0 port and is backward compatible with USB 2.0. You will get full USB 3.0 speeds on a USB 3.0 or newer port, and reduced speed if you plug it into a USB 2.0 machine.

Can I password protect the files on this drive?

Yes. The My Passport includes password protection backed by hardware encryption, so the drive itself is locked rather than relying on software running on the host computer.

Do I have to buy backup software separately?

No. WD Backup software is included with the drive and handles automatic backups on a schedule you set, so files copy over without manual dragging.

What warranty comes with the WD My Passport?

Western Digital provides a 3-year manufacturer's limited warranty. Check the product listing for current terms and regional coverage before you buy.

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

BrandWestern Digital
ColorBlack
Model NameMy Passport
Read Speed1 bytes_per_second
Unit Count1 Count
Form Factor2.5-inch
Media Speed480 Mbps (USB 2.0)
ConnectivityUSB
Model NumberWDBYNN0010BBK-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 ,Black ,1 TB (WDBYNN0010BBK-WESN)
Hard-Drive Size1 TB
Mfr Part NumberWDBYNN0010BBK-WESN
Number of Items1
Special FeatureLED indicators^Operating temperature range:5 - 35 °C^Security algorithms:256-bit AES^USB powered^Y
Item Part NumberWDBYNN0010BBK-WESN, WDBYNN0010BBKWESN
Hardware PlatformPC
Installation TypeExternal Hard Drive
Compatible DevicesHDD

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