This product has been replaced by the new 500GB version.

Put your digital life on the stylishly small My Passport Essential portable hard drive. With WD quality and USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 connectivity, this drive is designed for today with tomorrow in mind. Visual backup software and password protection with hardware encryption ensure your data is protected. Lightweight and easy to carry, this drive is ideal for fast storage to go.

• Dual USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility
• Up to 3x faster transfer rates with USB 3.0
• Automatic, continuous backup
• Hardware encryption, password protection
• 2-year warranty

Product features

Dual USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility

A single drive with universal compatibility today and next-generation speed for tomorrow. Use it with USB 2.0 now and step up to USB 3.0 speed when you-re ready.

Up to 3x faster transfer rates

When connected to a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port this drive lets you access and save files up to 3 times faster than USB 2.0. Transfer a 2-hour HD movie in just under 5 minutes instead of 14 minutes.

WD quality inside and out

For over 20 years, millions of people worldwide have trusted their data to WD hard drives. We are successful because we understand the importance of your data and our first concern is keeping that data safe.

WD SmartWare software

You're in control of your backup. Install all the features, select just the components you need, or if you prefer, choose not to use the software at all.

Automatic, continuous backup

Works quietly in the background to protect your data using minimal PC resources. Whenever you add or change a file it's instantly backed up.

Password protection for privacy

Gain peace of mind knowing that your data is protected from unauthorized access with password protection and encryption.

USB powered

Powered directly from the USB port on your PC. No separate power supply is needed.

Planet friendly

We designed a small box that uses recycled material and minimizes waste. We encourage you to recycle it.

Ideal for

• Connecting with your USB 2.0 port today and using with USB 3.0 when you're ready
• Transferring files up to three times faster when connected to a USB 3.0 port
• Protecting your data with automatic, continuous backup
• Adding extra storage space for photos, videos and music
• Securing private or sensitive data with password protection and hardware encryption

Compatibility

• Formatted NTFS
• Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows 7
• Mac OS Leopard® or Snow Leopard® (Requires re-formatting and will work in USB 2.0 mode)