Hard drive
Hard drive size |
2.5 " |
Hard drive capacity |
250 GB |
Hard drive speed |
5400 RPM |
Other features
Mac compatibility |
Y |
Quick start guide |
Y |
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 250 Gb Red
Storage with style!
High-performance portable storage for your Mac and PC. Light and rugged, it’s easy to carry and no external power adapter is needed. Comes with sync & encryption and Google software. Pack up your office files and take them home. Carry thousands of songs or pictures. These drives are simple to use, light and easy to carry, and require no power adapter--they are powered directly through the USB cable.
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.
Ultra-portable
This compact drive fits easily in your pocket or purse, weighs only a few ounces and holds tons of valuable data.
Synchronized and secure
WD Sync synchronization and encryption software lets you take your critical data with you. Plug WD 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).
Storage with style
Designed with a metallic red case to make a perfect storage style.
Compatible
Use with Windows and Macintosh computers
Ideal For
- Carrying important files and e-mail between work and home or on the road.
- Sharing large files between office and home, between PC and Mac.
- Backing up your existing notebook hard drive for extra data safety.