Description

The WD My Passport SSD 500GB is a sleek and compact external drive with a formatted capacity of 500 GB. It is built around a fast NVMe SSD and connects to a computer via a USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface (also known as USB 3.1 Gen 2), which enables high-speed data transfers. The drive is bus-powered, drawing all its power from the USB port, which enhances its portability. It features a durable, metal design that is both shock and vibration-resistant and can withstand drops of up to 6.5 feet (1.98 meters).

A key feature of the My Passport SSD is its focus on security. It comes with built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection, which helps to keep your data secure from unauthorized access. The drive is pre-loaded with WD Discovery software, which includes WD Backup and WD Drive Utilities. This software suite allows for easy, automated backups and password protection setup. The drive is cross-compatible with both USB-C and USB-A ports, as it includes both a USB-C to USB-C cable and a USB-C to USB-A adapter.