Disco externo Western Digital 1 TB 3.2 Gen 1 My Passport

The Western Digital My Passport 1TB external hard drive is a compact 2.5" portable storage solution with USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectivity. Designed for everyday backup and file transport, this slim black drive stores photos, videos, music and documents while remaining easy to carry. It includes WD Backup™ and WD Discovery™ software and offers password protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption.

Advantages

The drive combines a slim, palm-sized design with SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1 transfer capability for faster file movement. Built-in WD Backup™ software enables scheduled automatic backups, and WD Discovery™ provides tools for social media and cloud imports as well as drive management. Hardware-based 256-bit AES encryption and password protection protect stored data. The drive is lightweight and ready to use out of the box with included cables.

Suitable for

• Backing up personal photos, videos and documents
• Portable storage and file transfer for travellers and remote workers
• Expanding local storage for laptops and desktops

Key specifications

• Brand: Western Digital
• Model: My Passport
• Capacity: 1 TB (1000 GB)
• Form factor: 2.5" HDD
• Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed)
• Encryption: 256-bit AES hardware encryption
• Software: WD Backup™, WD Discovery™, WD Drive Utilities™
• Colour: Black
• Weight: 0.12 kg
• MPN: WDBYVG0010BBK
• EAN: 5715063095249

How to use

Connect the My Passport drive to a computer using the supplied USB cable. Install or run WD Discovery™ to enable password protection and access WD Backup™ and WD Drive Utilities™. Configure WD Backup™ to set backup folders, schedule and frequency. Use standard file explorer operations to copy, move or organise files on the drive. Eject the drive safely from the operating system before disconnecting the cable.

Recommendations

For reliable long-term use, keep the drive in a dry, vibration-free location when not transporting it, maintain regular backups using the scheduled WD Backup™ settings, and ensure password protection is activated to secure sensitive data.