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WD 5TB My Passport for Mac USB 3.1 Gen 1 External Hard Drive (Midnight Blue)

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WD 5TB My Passport for Mac USB 3.1 Gen 1 External Hard Drive (Midnight Blue)
Key Features
  • 5TB Storage Capacity
  • USB 3.1 Gen 1 (USB 3.0) Interface
  • Bus Powered
  • 256-Bit AES Encryption
The WD 5TB 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 5TB 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: 718037871776

WD External HDD Specs

Key Specs
Total Installed Storage
5 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
Drive Type
Unspecified HDD 
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
0.74 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.65 x 4.6 x 1.55"

WD External HDD Reviews

A+ Reliability

By Bruce
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-03-16

I own several of these in 2TB size, as well as place the same in my clients' installations. The USB cable is the same as used by my Nikon D850 camera, which is a plus.

works fine

By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-02-10

I am not very tech savvy but I was able to get the product up and working in a few minutes.

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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

Will this work with OS 10.9.5? If so, will I have ...

Will this work with OS 10.9.5? If so, will I have to reformat? Also, I have a late 2013 Macbook Pro Retina; will it work with a regular USB cable?
Asked by: Catherine
This product is "designed to work right out of the box with Mac systems running macOS 10.13 and later." You may want to consider the Glyph Technologies 4TB Blackbox Plus 5400 rpm USB 3.1 Type-C External Hard Drive, BH #GLBBPL4000 which states, "can easily be plugged into systems running Windows Vista or later and macOS 10.4..."
Answered by: Gregorio M.
Date published: 2020-12-23

Will this work with OS 10.9.5? I have a late 2013 ...

Will this work with OS 10.9.5? I have a late 2013 Macbook Pro Retina; will it work with a regular USB cable?
Asked by: Catherine
Hello Catherine, The specifications on the My Passport box and B&H's description indicate this WD 5TB My Passport is for Sierra, High Sierra MAC operating systems and later. High Sierra is 10.13.3. So no, I do not believe this version of My Passport will work for your machine.
Answered by: Joyce
Date published: 2020-12-30

does WD 5TB My passport for Mac can work with ...

does WD 5TB My passport for Mac can work with MacBook Air 2017 laptop?
Asked by: Rossana
Go to google and ask google, type in that question
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2019-12-03

What is a good rugged waterproof case for this?

What is a good rugged waterproof case for this?
Asked by: Dario
The Ruggard Clear Hard Case with Black Lining (Small), B&H # RUGAO1640BC, is a good option for a waterproof case for the WD 5TB My Passport for Mac USB 3.1 Gen 1 External Hard Drive (Midnight Blue).
Answered by: Kenneth C
Date published: 2024-10-10

Can this drive be formatted for APFS?

Can this drive be formatted for APFS?
Asked by: Brian
Yes, the WD 5TB My Passport for Mac USB 3.0 External Hard Drive can be formatted in the APFS file format.
Answered by: Michael M
Date published: 2023-10-09

what is the maximum transfer speed ?

what is the maximum transfer speed ?
Asked by: Luciana
60/90Mb
Answered by: owen
Date published: 2024-09-26
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