WD My Passport 2TB Portable External Hard Drive USB 3.2 Gen 1 Cobalt Blue

On a crowded train, a video editor offloads raw footage from the day's shoot onto a WD My Passport 2TB. The drive slips back into a laptop bag, adding no bulk, and later that evening, the editor plugs it into a hotel room laptop to review dailies. This cobalt blue portable hard drive is built for professionals, students, and creatives who need dependable extra capacity wherever work takes them.

Key specifications

• 2TB storage capacity
• 2.5-inch hard disk drive
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface (compatible with USB 3.0/3.1 Gen 1)
• Data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps
• 256-bit AES hardware encryption and password protection
• Bus-powered via a single USB port
• USB Micro-B connector, USB cable included
• Plastic housing
• Works with Windows 10, 8.1, 7 and macOS (reformatted for macOS)
• 3-year limited warranty

Why choose it

The My Passport stands out with its built-in hardware encryption, which keeps sensitive files safe from unauthorized access. WD Discovery software simplifies backups, drive management, and password protection. The sturdy plastic casing guards against everyday bumps and drops, while the compact design lets you carry terabytes of data anywhere without extra weight or a power brick.

Ideal use cases

• Storing and backing up work documents, spreadsheets, and presentations
• Archiving large media collections, such as photos, music, and videos
• Creating an offline backup for your laptop or desktop without relying on cloud storage

Good to know

This drive is ready to use with Windows out of the box. For macOS, a simple reformat is required. The included USB cable provides both data and power, so no external adapter is needed. WD Discovery software is available for download to manage backups and security settings.