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WD 2TB My Passport for Mac USB 3.1 Gen 1 External Hard Drive (Midnight Blue)

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WD 2TB My Passport for Mac USB 3.1 Gen 1 External Hard Drive (Midnight Blue)
Key Features
  • 2TB Storage Capacity
  • USB 3.1 Gen 1 (USB 3.0) Interface
  • Bus Powered
  • 256-Bit AES Encryption
The WD 2TB My Passport for Mac USB 3.1 Gen 1 External Hard Drive is a compact, portable drive designed to work right out of the box with Mac systems running macOS 11 and later. It comes with both USB-A and USB-C cables, so it's compatible with both current and older systems. As a bus-powered drive, no external power sources are required. For protection, it has built-in 256-bit AES encryption and password protection. Users can also download the WD Discovery and WD Drive Utilities software to help manage their data and drive.
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WD External HDD Overview

The WD 2TB My Passport for Mac USB 3.1 Gen 1 External Hard Drive is a compact, portable drive designed to work right out of the box with Mac systems running macOS 11 and later. It comes with both USB-A and USB-C cables, so it's compatible with both current and older systems. As a bus-powered drive, no external power sources are required. For protection, it has built-in 256-bit AES encryption and password protection. Users can also download the WD Discovery and WD Drive Utilities software to help manage their data and drive.

General Features
USB-A and USB-C Compatible
This drive comes with both USB-A and USB-C cables, so it's compatible with a variety of systems.
Plug-and-Play
Designed for Mac systems, this drive works right out of the box, so you can immediately start backing up and transferring files.
Security
Built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption along with password protection ensure your data is secure and private.
WD Discovery
The WD Discovery software lets you connect social media and cloud storage services to import, organize, and share your content.
UPC: 718037869902

WD External HDD Specs

Key Specs
Total Capacity
2 TB
Drive Type
Unspecified HDD
Default OS Support
Mac
*Alternate OS Support via Re-Format
System Connection
Micro-USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
Total Capacity
2 TB
Drive Type
Unspecified HDD
Performance
Default OS Support
Mac
*Alternate OS Support via Re-Format
Encryption Support
Yes: Hardware-Based
External Enclosure
System Connection
Micro-USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
Security Features
Password Protection
Material
Plastic
Fan Cooled
No
Impact Resistance
No
Environmental Resistance
No
Electrical
Power Source
Bus Powered
General
Operating Conditions
41 to 95°F / 5 to 35°C
Storage Conditions
-4 to 149°F / -20 to 65°C
Dimensions
4.22 x 2.95 x 0.81" / 10.72 x 7.49 x 2.06 cm
Weight
0.46 lb / 0.21 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.45 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.65 x 4.55 x 1.55"

WD External HDD Reviews

So far, so good

By Tim
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-07-24

I got this to backup my 7 year old MacBook Pro, and while I've only done a couple of backups so far everything seems to be good. It was easy to get set up right out of the box, and after the initial (full) back up, the subsequent "updates" go pretty quick.

Easy setup, works as expected

By Albert
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-02-21

I'm using the WD 6TB My Passport for Mac as a Time Machine backup for my 2TB Mac Studio. Setup was super easy and the drive has been performing flawlessly. I'd like to mention that B&H Photo ordering and delivery was fast and easy.

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Super Duper software for back-up using WD ...

Super Duper software for back-up using WD external Hard drive will only back up APFS format. Will it work?
Asked by: Fred
That program will back up APFS and HFS+ drives.
Answered by: Daniel
Date published: 2020-12-27

Can this hard drive be re-formatted to PC?

Can this hard drive be re-formatted to PC?
Asked by: David
Yes, this drive can be formatted to whichever file format you need, as with any other drive on the market. You own the drive and can arrange it however you wish.
Answered by: Michael M
Date published: 2021-06-25

does it work with Max12.10.6 ?

does it work with Max12.10.6 ?
Asked by: Charles
You can format the drive to be compatible with MacOS.
Answered by: Reuben K
Date published: 2022-07-27

Can I use this with a 5th Gen iPad Pro?

Can I use this with a 5th Gen iPad Pro?
Asked by: Cynthia
The WD 2TB My Passport for Mac USB 3.0 External Hard Drive (Midnight Blue) is not compatible with iOS, so it can not work with iPad Pros.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2023-03-01

What is the RPM of the drive?

What is the RPM of the drive?
Asked by: Leonardo
The drive inside this model of WD 2TB My Passport for Mac is a 5400 RPM consumer grade drive.
Answered by: Michael M
Date published: 2023-01-15

I am running Mac El Capitain (OS X 10.11.6). If I ...

I am running Mac El Capitain (OS X 10.11.6). If I reformat to Mac OS Extended Journaled so I can use it, will the password protection and encryption features still work?
Asked by: Harvey
No, once it is reformatted the password encryption will not work.
Answered by: Sagi C
Date published: 2021-04-06

Can it be used with an iPad Air?

Can it be used with an iPad Air?
Asked by: John
I have an Ravpower FileHub travel router. You can transfer pictures and videos wirelessly from an iPad to the hard drive.
Answered by: Tom
Date published: 2022-02-12

video files?

video files?
Asked by: Wee Boon
yes any type of data.
Answered by: shmuel
Date published: 2024-11-28
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