Hard drive
| Hard drive size |
2.5 " |
| Drive device, buffer size |
8 MB |
| Hard drive capacity |
500 GB |
| Hard drive speed |
5400 RPM |
Ports & interfaces
| FireWire 400 |
N |
| FireWire 800 |
N |
| USB connectivity |
Y |
| USB connector type |
USB Type-A |
| USB version |
3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) |
Other features
| Internal |
N |
| Mac compatibility |
Y |
| USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) ports quantity |
1 |
| USB required |
Y |
| Quick start guide |
Y |
| USB cable |
USB |
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
32 - 104 °F |
Additionally
| Fibre Channel |
N |
| Transfer rate (Mbps) |
5000 Mbit/s |
| Ethernet LAN connection |
N |
500GB My Passport Essential, USB 3.0, 5Gbit/s, Blue
WD quality inside and out
My Passport portable drives are the world's best selling drives. There's a reason. We've been making hard drives for 20 years and we know how to protect your data.
USB 3.0 plus USB 2.0
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.
Ultra-small portable drive
Lightweight, stylish and easy to carry, this drive is powered directly from the USB port on your PC. No separate power supply is needed.
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 to minimize waste and used recycled material. We encourage you to recycle it.
