Western Digital My Passport 1TB External HDD

The Western Digital My Passport 1TB Portable External Hard Drive (model WDBYVG0010BBK-WESN) is a compact, bus-powered storage solution designed for users who need reliable, the-go backup and file transfer. Its slim profile fits easily into a bag or pocket, making it a practical companion for students, creative professionals, and everyday users who carry large libraries of photos, videos, music, and documents. One of the standout features is the built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption, managed through WD Security software. By setting a personalised password, you ensure that your data remains inaccessible to unauthorised users even if the drive is misplaced. You can also configure a custom return-if-found message that appears at the password prompt, giving a finder the information needed to return the drive to you. The drive ships with WD Backup software, which lets you schedule automated backups at a frequency and time of your choosing. Rather than relying on manual transfers, you can configure the software once and let it quietly protect your data in the background. WD Drive Utilities software is also included for drive health monitoring and management. Connectivity is handled via USB 3.0, delivering fast data transfer speeds while remaining fully backward-compatible with USB 2.0 ports. No external power adapter is required — the drive draws power directly from the host system's USB port. The drive is formatted and ready to use out of the box for Windows systems, with all bundled software pre-loaded. Verified Specifications: - Model: WDBYVG0010BBK-WESN - Series: My Passport - Capacity: 1 TB - Interface: USB 3.0 (USB 2.0 backward-compatible) - Encryption: 256-bit AES hardware encryption - Dimensions: 110 mm (W) × 81.5 mm (D) × 16.3 mm (H) - Weight: 170 g - Operating Temperature: 5°C to 35°C - Non-operating Temperature: −20°C to 65°C - System Compatibility: Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7 - Bundled Software: WD Backup, WD Security, WD Drive Utilities - Kit Contents: Portable hard drive, USB 3.0 cable, software suite, quick install guide - Warranty: 3 Years