WD My Passport for Mac USB-C Portable Hard Drive 1TB
- 1 TB capacity
- Time Machine ready, designed for Mac
- USB-C and USB-A cables included
- Hardware encryption with password protection
- USB 3.0, USB 2.0 compatible
- 3-year limited warranty
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A pocket backup drive that works with Time Machine on a Mac out of the box, with cables for both USB-C and older USB-A ports. Capacity is modest for a large photo or video library.
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ASIN: B0792DP87NCategory: External Hard Drives
Overview
Backing up a Mac with Time Machine, this WD My Passport is formatted and designed for Apple computers and ships with both USB-C and USB-A cables. Hardware encryption with a password protects the files if the drive is lost.
Mac owners get a backup drive that works with Time Machine right away, plus encryption and both cable types. Its capacity fits a laptop's documents and photos more than years of video.
Who it's for
Mac laptop users backing up documents and photos get a ready-made, encrypted drive. People with big video libraries, or who mainly use Windows, should look at a larger or PC-formatted model.
Pros and cons
- Ready for Time Machine
- USB-C and USB-A cables included
- Hardware encryption with password
- Long limited warranty
- Spinning disk is shock sensitive
- Windows use not described
- Micro-B port on the drive
Performance notes
Copy speed is limited by the spinning disk rather than the USB connection. Hardware encryption runs on the drive itself, so it does not slow the Mac. The first Time Machine backup takes the longest, with later ones copying only changes.
Specifications
| Brand | Western Digital |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 5.92 ounces |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 1 TB |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 5400 rpm |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Hard Disk Interface | USB-C ready, USB-A compatible |
| Hardware Connectivity | USB 3.0, USB 2.0 compatible |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 year limited |
| Other details | |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 2.5 inches |
| Hardware Platform | Mac |
| Additional Features | Time Machine ready, password protection, hardware encryption |
| BuiltIn Media | USB-A to USB Micro-B cable, USB-C to USB Micro-B cable, WD Discovery software, Quick Start Guide |
Frequently asked questions
Does the WD My Passport for Mac work with a USB-C MacBook?
Yes. A USB-C to USB Micro-B cable is included, plus a USB-A to Micro-B cable for older ports.
Will the My Passport for Mac work with Windows?
It is designed for Mac. Windows use is not described in the listing.
Does the WD My Passport for Mac work with Time Machine?
Yes. It is Time Machine ready.
Can I password protect the My Passport for Mac?
Yes. It has password protection with hardware encryption.