WESTERN DIGITAL draagbare harde schijf - My Passport - 2 TB - USB-C/A 3.2 Gen 1 - grijs

The Western Digital My Passport portable external hard drive (WDBWML0020BGY-WESN) offers 2TB of portable storage with a USB 3.2 Gen 1 connection for fast transfers. Designed for use with USB-C and USB-A hosts, the drive is compatible with Windows PCs, Mac, Chromebooks, gaming consoles, phones and tablets. It includes backup software and password-protected 256-bit AES encryption, and the enclosure contains more than 50% post-consumer recycled plastic.

Advantages

This external hard drive provides a balance of capacity and portability, delivering 2TB of space for files, photos, videos and games while remaining compact for travel. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface ensures quick data transfers with compatible hosts. The drive is ready to use out of the box with common operating systems, includes backup software for scheduled copies, and supports password protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption. The product also carries a 3-year limited warranty and uses recycled plastic in its enclosure.

Suitable for

• Backing up personal files, documents and photos
• Portable storage for creative projects and school assignments
• Expanding storage for gaming consoles and PCs
• Transferring large files between USB-C and USB-A devices

Key specifications

• Brand: Western Digital
• Model: WDBWML0020BGY-WESN (My Passport)
• Capacity: 2 TB (2000 GB)
• Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (backward compatible with USB 3.1/3.0 and USB 2.0)
• Encryption: 256-bit AES password protection (software-assisted)
• Warranty: 3-year limited warranty

How to use

Connect the drive to a computer or device using the included USB cable. For USB-C hosts, connect directly; for USB-A hosts, use the provided adapter or cable as applicable. The drive is preformatted for broad compatibility; if required by your operating system, reformatting may be performed following standard OS procedures. Install the included backup software to set scheduled backups and enable password protection through the security application to activate 256-bit AES encryption.

Recommendations

Use the drive as a primary portable backup and transfer medium. Regularly run the included backup software to keep copies up to date, enable password protection for sensitive data, and safely eject the drive before disconnecting to avoid file corruption. Store the drive in a dry, stable environment away from extreme temperatures and strong magnetic fields.