Hard drive
| Hard drive size |
2.5 " |
| Drive device, buffer size |
8 MB |
| Hard drive capacity |
160 GB |
| Hard drive speed |
5400 RPM |
Power
| USB powered |
Y |
| External power adapter |
N |
Ports & interfaces
| USB connectivity |
Y |
| USB version |
2.0 |
Performance
| Data transfer rate |
480 Mbit/s |
Additionally
| Wireless technologies |
Wired |
My Passport Essential 160GB White
Big capacity. Stylishly small.
These elegant portable drives are simple to use, light and easy to carry, and require no power adapter - they are powered directly through the USB cable. Comes with sync & encryption and Google software. Pack up your office files and take them home. Carry thousands of songs or pictures. Synchronize files between home and office and encrypt everything on the drive for added security.
Simply Elegant
Combine a beautiful new gloss-white case that fits smoothly in your hand and pocket with mega-capacity for all your digital content and the world’s most popular portable drive just got better than ever.
Easy
Installation is a snap because you don't really "install" this drive; you just plug it in and it's ready to use. There is no CD to install; the included software loads from the drive the first time you plug it in.
Smart
Powered by the USB bus. No separate power supply is needed.
Big capacity that fits in your pocket
This compact drive fits easily in your pocket or purse, weighs only a few ounces and with capacity 160 GB, you can take tons of photos, videos, files and music with you wherever you go.
Synchronized and secure
WD Sync synchronization and encryption software lets you take your critical data with you. Plug My Passport into any PC, edit files, read e-mail, and view photos. Then sync all of your changes back to your home or office computer. Your data is protected with 128-bit encryption. (Windows only)
Includes Google software
Search your drive, manage your photos, and simplify Web searches with included Google software. (Windows only)
Compatible
Use with Windows and Macintosh computers
Ideal For
- Carrying important files and e-mail between work and home or on the road and keeping them in sync.
- Sharing large files between office and home, between PC and Mac.
