RAM | 4 TB |
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Hard Drive | 4 TB Portable |
Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 1 |
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Western Digital 4TB Black My Passport Portable External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 - WDBYFT0040BBK-WESN
Digital Storage Capacity | 4 TB |
Hard Disk Interface | USB 3.0 |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Brand | WD |
Special Feature | Portable |
Hard Disk Form Factor | 2.5 Inches |
Hard Disk Description | Portable |
Compatible Devices | Laptop, Gaming Console, Desktop |
Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
Color | Black |
About this item
- 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
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From the manufacturer
How To Set Up?
- Step 1: Connect the USB cable to your My Passport and to your Windows PC
- Step 2: Open My Passport and install WD Discovery from the drive
- Step 3: Activate WD Backup and WD Security to password protect your data
WD My Passport Portable Hard Drive and Auto Backup Software
The My Passport portable hard drive is trusted to store the massive amounts of photos, videos and music you love. Available in an array of vibrant, fun colors, the sleek style fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, so you can easily take your treasured content everywhere you go.
- Auto backup
- Password protection with hardware encryption
- WD Discovery software for WD Backup, WD Security and WD Drive Utilities
- Easy to use
- Trusted drive built with WD reliability
- USB 3.0; USB 2.0 compatible
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Back Up AutomaticallyEquipped with WD Backup software so you can automatically back up photos, videos, music and documents. Set it to your schedule. Just pick the time and frequency. |
Password ProtectionBuilt-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption with WD Security software helps keep your content private and safe. Easily add a 'return-if-found' message as the password prompt in case your My Passport ever gets lost. |
Easy to UseMy Passport portable storage is ready to use outof the box so you can start transferring files, saving your memories and backing up. It comes with all the software you need to help protect all your data, including WD Backup and WD Security software. |
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Do More With WD DiscoveryIncluded WD DiscoveryTM software* connects to popular social media and cloud storage services, like Facebook, Dropbox and Google DriveTM. Import your photos, videos and docs to the My Passport drive to help preserve your online life**. WD Discovery can also be used to manage your drive with WD Drive Utilities. *Internet activation required **Social media or cloud account registration may be required. Social media and cloud services may be changed, terminated or interrupted at any time and may vary by country. |
Massive CapacityWith up to 4TB, you can take the massive amounts of photos, music and videos you love wherever you go, and have plenty of room for other important documents, too. |
WD Quality Inside and OutWD builds drives to demanding requirements for durability, shock tolerance and long-term reliability. |
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Technology | HDD | HDD | SSD (Up to 300MB/s) | SSD (Up to 540MB/s) |
Interface | USB 3.0/2.0 | USB-C/3.0/2.0 | USB 3.0/2.1 | USB-C/3.1/3.0/2.0 |
Password protection | Hardware Encryption | Hardware Encryption | Not included | Hardware Encryption |
Auto Backup | WD Backup for PC | WD Backup for PC | WD Backup for PC | WD Backup for PC |
PC/Mac Ready | PC | PC | PC and Mac | PC and Mac |
Shock resistant | - | - | Yes | Yes |
Great for | Backup & Storage | Backup & Storage | Travel, On-the-Go | High productivity |
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Durability | 4.1 | 4.4 | — | 5.0 | 4.5 | 4.2 |
Easy to use | 4.5 | 4.7 | — | 4.8 | — | 4.6 |
Portability | 4.5 | 4.6 | — | 5.0 | — | — |
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storage capacity | 4 TB | 4 TB | 5000 GB | 3 TB | 3 TB | 1 TB |
hardware interface | usb3.0 | usb | usb3.0 | usb3.0 | usb3.0 | usb3.0 |
compatible devices | Gaming Console, Desktop, Laptop | Desktop, Laptop | Desktop | PC | PC | PC |
form factor | 2.5-inch | Portable | Portable | Portable | Portable | Portable |
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Product Description
My Passport is the trusted, portable storage that perfectly complements your on-the-go lifestyle. Designed to fit in the palm of your hand, there’s plenty of space to store a massive amount of photos, videos, music and documents. Perfectly paired with WD Backup software and password protection, the My Passport drive helps keep your files safe.
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Technical Details
Brand | WD |
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Series | My Passport |
Item model number | WDBYFT0040BBK-WESN |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Operating System | Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7. Requires reformatting for Mac OS X operating system |
Item Weight | 8.6 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 4.33 x 3.21 x 0.85 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4.33 x 3.21 x 0.85 inches |
Color | Black |
Flash Memory Size | 256 GB |
Hard Drive Interface | USB 3.0 |
Hard Drive Rotational Speed | 5400 RPM |
Batteries | 1 A batteries required. |
Manufacturer | Western Digital Technologies, Inc. |
ASIN | B01LQQH86A |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 25, 2016 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #478 in External Hard Drives |
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Customers like the quality, accuracy, ease of use, speed and size of the hard drive. For example, they mention it works well, has plenty of space and that it accommodates several generations of backups. That said, they appreciate the small size and lightweight design.
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Customers like the quality of the hard drive. They say that it works well, has a pleasant LED, and works great on Windows 10 and Linux Mint 18.3. The drive is easy to use and can backup and restore files. The performance is pretty standard, and it always repairs corrupted files.
"...Even the little white LED is pleasant to the eyesWorks great on Windows 10 and Linux Mint 18.3 Cinnamon!ConsNo cons really...." Read more
"...Easy to use. It comes with several USEFUL programs pre-installed but no extra junk programs or apps, and scheduling backups is ridiculously..." Read more
"...Solid build, faster than expected and quieter than a previous drive I had at a lower storage tier...." Read more
"...What a waste of time & money. It's too bad because I've used Western Digital drives over the years & only switched because I needed more space...." Read more
Customers like the accuracy of the hard drive. They say it has lots of storage, and is very helpful for storing movies, TV shows, and games. The high capacity accommodates several generations of backups, and the capacity is perfect for music, video, and photo collections. The hard drive is great, but some customers recommend not using the included software.
"The good:1. 4 terabytes of space in NTFS format (though you can reformat the drive for Mac or for FAT).2...." Read more
"...The size is excellent, loads of storage but a very compact space...." Read more
"...Great for dumping all my video & pictures content on & editing from to keep my pc lean & mean lol" Read more
"...It's about 1/4 the size of my old one, and has 4x the storage. Very portable, and good data transfer rates...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the computer drive. For example, they mention it's easy to install, compatible with PS4, and has plug and play functionality. Some say that it'll be ready to go quick and is easy to access.
"...PROS:Easy and flawless setup for Xbox One.Fast seek/write times.Sleek design and lightweight.CONS:..." Read more
"...-installed but no extra junk programs or apps, and scheduling backups is ridiculously simple.2) Speed...." Read more
"...A very clean setup, and it will take years to fill up the backup drive before TM deletes the oldest backups to make room for new ones...." Read more
"...Pros.Easy to installCompatable with ps4Looks niceCons.Not very durable..." Read more
Customers like the speed of the computer drive. They mention that it has good speed, and copies files very quickly. They appreciate the fast seek and write times, and the sleek design. Overall, most are happy with the performance and capacity of the drive.
"...PROS:Easy and flawless setup for Xbox One.Fast seek/write times.Sleek design and lightweight.CONS:..." Read more
"...PROS:Very small and compact!Fast with decent speeds..." Read more
"...Speed. With the USB 3.0 cable backing up several terabytes of data took far less time than I expected...." Read more
"...Solid build, faster than expected and quieter than a previous drive I had at a lower storage tier...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the size of the hard drive. They mention it's small, compact, and perfect for a desk-top PC. Some appreciate the hefty feel to it despite its slim profile. The available space is smaller because of loaded files and installers, but it'll still fit comfortably atop the Xbox unit. Overall, most are happy with the portability and functionality of the drive.
"...Unit is lightweight with 4 corner small rubber feet, and sits comfortably atop the Xbox unit. Really, you could place it anywhere...." Read more
"...PROS:Very small and compact!Fast with decent speeds..." Read more
"...So it won't go faster than regular USB 3.3. Compact, easy to carry, and it powers through the USB connection.The bad:1...." Read more
"...It is a nice compact drive that hasn't given me any issues in regards to errors or other hardware failures...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the hard drive. They say that it has good speed and great capacity for the price.
"...All in all it offers a fair amount of bang for the buck!" Read more
"...Old review: This is a reasonably good drive for a good price...." Read more
"It has good speed & great capacity for the price...." Read more
"...GOOD PRODUCT.GOOD QUALITY.NOT BAD FOR THE PRICE." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the computer drive. They mention it has a nice look, a good design, and is reliable. Some appreciate the sleek black case. The drive comes in colors.
"...Fast seek/write times.Sleek design and lightweight.CONS:..." Read more
"...Fast with decent speedsI love the black sleek case on one half with the other half featuring a rugged design..." Read more
"...Pros.Easy to installCompatable with ps4Looks niceCons.Not very durable..." Read more
"...Pros:Back up softwareGlossy finishStylish design4tb (3.63tb available to use)..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the compatibility of the computer drive. Some mention it's a great external drive, while others say that their PC doesn't recognize the drive.
"...Now it just clicks and is not recognized by any of my hardware (Windows PC, tablet, etc.),..." Read more
"Truly a fantastic external drive. Amazon had this on a great promo over the holidays so I swooped it up for $89...." Read more
"...something happens and it is removed in the wrong way, the hard drive never appears, and I must go to a windows PC to repair it, because it does not..." Read more
"...I plugged in the USB cord. It was immediately recognized. Then, I backed up loads of files immediately without installing any drivers...." Read more
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As my Xbox One X approached the 90% storage capacity (filled) mark, I knew I was going to need more space. So, I purchased the 4TB Passport drive in order to have more space available without having to uninstall any of the games that I currently play.
Setup was a breeze. Just turn off the Xbox One. Plug in the WD Passport Drive into any of the USB ports (I chose one in the back), turn on the Xbox, and presto...you're taken to the additional storage setup screen. Format the drive to use with your Xbox, and in mere seconds, you're ready to use it. From this point, the Xbox will default to the new drive to save the data.
Seek times are fast, and appear to be even a bit faster than the internal storage drive on the Xbox. Unit is lightweight with 4 corner small rubber feet, and sits comfortably atop the Xbox unit. Really, you could place it anywhere. I chose the BLACK WD unit to match my Xbox.
PROS:
Easy and flawless setup for Xbox One.
Fast seek/write times.
Sleek design and lightweight.
CONS:
Activity light is on the panel as the USB port. Would be nice if it was on the opposite side so you could see the activity without having to see the cord as well.
Would highly recommend for increasing storage capacity with Xbox One!
Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2018
As my Xbox One X approached the 90% storage capacity (filled) mark, I knew I was going to need more space. So, I purchased the 4TB Passport drive in order to have more space available without having to uninstall any of the games that I currently play.
Setup was a breeze. Just turn off the Xbox One. Plug in the WD Passport Drive into any of the USB ports (I chose one in the back), turn on the Xbox, and presto...you're taken to the additional storage setup screen. Format the drive to use with your Xbox, and in mere seconds, you're ready to use it. From this point, the Xbox will default to the new drive to save the data.
Seek times are fast, and appear to be even a bit faster than the internal storage drive on the Xbox. Unit is lightweight with 4 corner small rubber feet, and sits comfortably atop the Xbox unit. Really, you could place it anywhere. I chose the BLACK WD unit to match my Xbox.
PROS:
Easy and flawless setup for Xbox One.
Fast seek/write times.
Sleek design and lightweight.
CONS:
Activity light is on the panel as the USB port. Would be nice if it was on the opposite side so you could see the activity without having to see the cord as well.
Would highly recommend for increasing storage capacity with Xbox One!
PROS:
Very small and compact!
Fast with decent speeds
I love the black sleek case on one half with the other half featuring a rugged design
Even the little white LED is pleasant to the eyes
Works great on Windows 10 and Linux Mint 18.3 Cinnamon!
Cons
No cons really. The cable is a little short. I also noticed on Amazon the prices for the WD 4TB Black USB 3.0 My Passport Portable External Hard Drive (WDBYFT0040BBK-WESN) are quite sporadic in nature. I purchased this drive at a price point of $113 and after a few hours I saw the price drop to $111. The following day the price fluctuates all the way to $119 for the black version and then drops down to $116. It's not much of a difference in price, but I found it quite odd to have prices fluctuate like you are buying stocks on the stock market.
Other Thoughts:
I'm very glad I went with Western Digital. I've always had great experiences with Western Digital products. If you are on the fence about which external hard drive to buy, I would highly recommend this drive. The performance is solid and so far I have not had any issues on Windows 10 and Linux Mint 18.3 Cinnamon. Buy this WD 4TB Black USB 3.0 My Passport External Hard Drive (WDBYFT0040BBK-WESN) and you won't regret it!
Update: Still working!
PROS:
Very small and compact!
Fast with decent speeds
I love the black sleek case on one half with the other half featuring a rugged design
Even the little white LED is pleasant to the eyes
Works great on Windows 10 and Linux Mint 18.3 Cinnamon!
Cons
No cons really. The cable is a little short. I also noticed on Amazon the prices for the WD 4TB Black USB 3.0 My Passport Portable External Hard Drive (WDBYFT0040BBK-WESN) are quite sporadic in nature. I purchased this drive at a price point of $113 and after a few hours I saw the price drop to $111. The following day the price fluctuates all the way to $119 for the black version and then drops down to $116. It's not much of a difference in price, but I found it quite odd to have prices fluctuate like you are buying stocks on the stock market.
Other Thoughts:
I'm very glad I went with Western Digital. I've always had great experiences with Western Digital products. If you are on the fence about which external hard drive to buy, I would highly recommend this drive. The performance is solid and so far I have not had any issues on Windows 10 and Linux Mint 18.3 Cinnamon. Buy this WD 4TB Black USB 3.0 My Passport External Hard Drive (WDBYFT0040BBK-WESN) and you won't regret it!
Update: Still working!
This hard drive couldn't be easier to use. You simply connect it to your computer with the USB 3.0 cable and the drive prompts you to install several small programs which allow you to control the drive's settings. It took me less than three minutes to run through the self-checks for drive faults and create a password to protect the drive's contents. Once you have done that you run the "backup" program, select which folders from your computer you want to back up, and set the schedule/frequency for the backups to occur, and... voila, that's it!
What do I like about this hard drive?
1) Easy to use. It comes with several USEFUL programs pre-installed but no extra junk programs or apps, and scheduling backups is ridiculously simple.
2) Speed. With the USB 3.0 cable backing up several terabytes of data took far less time than I expected.
What do I NOT like about this hard drive?
1) I don't know that I would call this "super portable," but that depends on what you consider portable. It's not going to fit in your pants pocket, but it would easily fit into a purse or briefcase. It's a little on the heavy side, but not prohibitively so.
2) I do wish the USB 3.0 cable was longer. It's only about a foot long, so unless you find another cable to use the drive will need to be very close to your computer!
I would absolutely purchase this again.
Solid build, faster than expected and quieter than a previous drive I had at a lower storage tier. Highly recommend this to anyone looking for an offline storage option. 5 stars!