My Passport Portable SSD External Drive, 500GB, Gray
Product Info
My Passport™ Portable SSD from WD – Performance That Takes Your Productivity Further
Save, access and protect the content that matters to you with My Passport™ SSD, giving you read speeds of up to 1050 MB/s2 and write speeds of up to 1000 MB/s2 with NVMe technology.
- 500GB Capacity
- Compact and lightweight design
- USB 3.2 Type-C™
- WD Discovery™ software included for maintenance and assistance
- Shock- and impact-resistant build protects the interior components from damage due to hard impacts
- 256-bit AES hardware encryption
- 5 Year Manufacturer limited warranty
Features
Accelerated Performance
Larger files and more content demand next-level performance. The My Passport™ SSD delivers read speeds of up to 1050MB/s2 and write speeds of up to 1000MB/s2, and capacities of up to 500GB so you can access your digital world anytime, anywhere.
Password Protection with Hardware Encryption
Your digital world is invaluable. Help keep your data safe with password enabled 256-bit AES hardware encryption and simple backup.
Taking Durability to Greater Heights
Carry your data with confidence. The My Passport™ SSD has a bold, metal design that is tough enough to handle whatever comes your way. Shock and vibration resistant. Drop resistant up to 6.5ft (1.98m).
Simple Backup
Included backup software3 makes it easy to enable simple back up of high-capacity files to your drive or cloud service account.4 Set it and forget it! Compatible with Apple Time Machine (requires reformatting).
The New Look of SSD Performance
Stylishly designed in a range of colors, enclosed in a compact sleek metal design. The My Passport™ SSD is engineered from the ground up to be a quality drive, inside and out, to deliver reliable performance. It's a trusted drive built with WD reliability.
Out of the Box Compatibility
No setup required. Ready to use right out of the box and compatible with PC and Mac. Equipped with USB 3.2 Gen-2 technology, the My Passport™ SSD comes with a USB-C™ cable and USB-A adapter to work with legacy systems.
Additional Information:
Compatibility
This WD My Passport Portable HDD comes with a USB 3.2 Gen1 (5Gbps) Type-A Cable. It is backwards compatible with these legacy USB Formats.
- USB 3.1
- USB 3.0
- USB 2.0*
* USB 2.0 ports may transfer data at lower transfer rates.
System Requirements
Operating Systems:
- Windows® 10 or 8.1.
- macOS Catalina, Mojave, or High Sierra.
- Reformatting may be required for other operating systems.
- Compatibility may vary depending on user’s hardware configuration and operating system.
Use Requirements:
WD portable products are precision instruments and must be handled with care during unpacking and installation. Rough handling, shock, or vibration can damage drives.
Always observe the following precautions when unpacking and installing your external storage product:
- Do not drop or jolt the drive.
- Do not move the drive during use.
Specifications
| Make and Model | Western Digital My Passport Portable SSD w/ USB 3.2 Type-C |
|---|---|
| Part Number | WDBAGF5000AGY-WESN |
| Color | Gray |
| Capacity | 500GB |
| Connector | USB-C |
| Interface | USB 3.2 / 3.1 / 3.0 USB 2.0 ports may transfer data at lower transfer rates. |
| Transfer Rate | USB 3.1 (USB 3.0/2.0 compatible) USB 3.1 up to 10 Gb/s USB 3.0 up to 5 Gb/s USB 2.0 up to 480 Mb/s |
| Temperature | Operating: 5 ~ 35° C (41 ~ 95° F) Storage: -20 ~ 65° C (-4 ~ 149° F) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 55 x 9 mm (3.94" x 2.17" x 0.35") |
| Weight | 45.7g (0.10 lb.) |
Package Contents
- Western Digital My Passport 500GB Portable SSD Drive, Gray
- USB Type-C to Type-C Cable (Supports USB 3.2 Gen 2)
- USB Type-C to Type-A Adapter
- WD Discovery™ Software
- Quick Install Guide
