The 4TB My Passport Portable Black is praised for its portability and compatibility with Windows systems. Users appreciate its data protection features and included backup software. However, its lower storage capacity and dependence on USB power are noted as limitations.
REASONS TO BUY
Portability - Compact and lightweight, making it easy to carry around
Compatibility with Windows Systems - Works seamlessly with Windows, enhancing versatility for Windows users
Data Protection Features - Includes password protection and hardware encryption for securing valuable files
Backup Software Included - Comes with WD Backup software, simplifying data backup
CONSIDERATIONS
Lower Storage Capacity - Offers less storage compared to desktop models, which may limit its use for large media collections
Dependence on USB Power - Requires a USB connection for power, which can be a limitation in environments where USB ports are scarce
Potential for Data Loss - Like all hard drives, it is susceptible to mechanical failure, which could result in data loss if not properly backed up
WD Discovery™ software for WD Backup™, password protection and drive management
SuperSpeed USB port; USB 2.0 compatible
Overview
Slim style.
The new My Passport™ drive has been redesigned for you to make the most of your own journey. It features a convenient, slim form factor and is available in a range of vibrant colors.
Locked down.
The My Passport™ drive's built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection helps keep your digital life's contents secure. Just activate password protection and set your own personalized password using WD Discovery™.
Backed up.
The My Passport™ drive comes equipped with WD Backup™ software to help make sure everything you create while on your own life journey - photos, videos, music and documents - doesn't get lost. You can set it to run automatically to your schedule. Just pick the time and frequency to back up important files from your system onto your My Passport drive.
Super easy.
My Passport™ portable storage is ready right out of the box including all necessary cables. And with SuperSpeed USB, you can quickly start backing up everything in your life and keep driving forward.
Social friendly.
Included WD Discovery™ software lets you connect to popular social media and cloud storage services like Facebook, Dropbox and Google Drive™. Seamlessly import, organise and share your photos, videos and docs to the My Passport drive to backup your online social life. WD Discovery can also manage your drive through WD Drive Utilities™.
Ongoing confidence.
There's no telling what's ahead in your own journey. That's why WD® builds drives to demanding requirements for durability, and long-term reliability. On top of that, it comes with a 3-year limited warranty.
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