WD My Passport Essential 320GB USB 2.0 Portable Hard Drive for Users
Category: western digital my passport
The world’s leading portable drive just got even smaller and smarter. Equipped with WD SmartWare, a comprehensive data management and backup software, this drive offers features that automatically and continuously back up your files. You can witness your backup process in real-time, while effortlessly restoring any lost files. With password protection and military-grade, 256-bit hardware-based encryption, your data is secure from unauthorized access.
Available in five stunning colors, this sleek, compact drive not only delivers premium quality but also enhances your style. As the smallest portable drive offered by WD, a recognized expert in portable storage solutions, it combines a high-quality integrated USB hard drive with a chic design that caters to various tastes.
The WD SmartWare software acts as a visual control center, providing insights into your data and backing it up seamlessly. Here’s what it enables you to do:
- Automatic Data Protection: Sit back and relax knowing your data is safe. This software ensures that every time you add or modify a file, an instant backup is made automatically.
- Real-Time Backup Monitoring: Visual feedback allows you to see your content’s categories while tracking the progress of your backup.
- Effortless File Retrieval: Whether you’ve lost data completely or merely overwritten an important file, you can restore your valuable information to its original location with ease.
- File Management Control: Customize your backup settings, set security measures, run diagnostics, and manage other features directly from the WD SmartWare control center.
In terms of security, this portable drive prioritizes your peace of mind. The dual layers of password protection coupled with 256-bit hardware-based encryption help guard your data against theft and unauthorized access.
It’s designed for hassle-free plug-and-play usability with Windows PCs, while a Mac version is also available. Powered directly through the USB port, no additional power supply is required*, although an optional cable can be provided for computers that limit USB power.
Environmentally conscious, WD has constructed a compact packaging made from recycled materials. They encourage users to recycle the packaging, thereby minimizing waste.
Ideal Uses: - Safeguarding your data with continuous automated backups. - Effortlessly recovering lost files. - Expanding storage for photos, videos, and music. - Protecting sensitive information.
Compatibility: The drive comes formatted with NTFS and is compatible with Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7, as well as Mac OS X Tiger, Leopard, and Snow Leopard (reformatting may be required). Note that compatibility may vary based on your hardware and operating system configuration.
Included in the Box: You’ll receive the ultra-portable hard drive, WD SmartWare software, a USB cable, and a Quick Install Guide.
Five Compelling Reasons to Love WD SmartWare: 1. User-Friendly Design: Understanding that backing up data can be tedious, this software simplifies the process to ensure you protect your family photos, videos, and music—a true representation of your life. 2. Visual Data Management: View your life’s contents displayed in intuitive categories, and observe your backup progress with easy-to-read color bars. 3. Constant Vigilance: WD SmartWare is always ready, automatically backing up new and modified files immediately. 4. Simple File Recovery: Easily retrieve lost or previous file versions within seconds using the straightforward interface. 5. Comprehensive Control: WD SmartWare provides you with a central hub for not just backup, but also security and management functions.
The drive is available in an array of colors, including Black, Pacific Blue, Real Red, and Cool Silver, making it as stylish as it is functional.
product information:
Attribute | Value | ||||
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product_dimensions | 4.3 x 3.2 x 0.6 inches | ||||
item_weight | 7 ounces | ||||
item_model_number | WDBAAA3200ABK-NESN | ||||
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best_sellers_rank | #3,194 in External Hard Drives | ||||
is_discontinued_by_manufacturer | No | ||||
date_first_available | September 10, 2009 | ||||
manufacturer | Western Digital | ||||
language | English |