Specifications
Storage Capacity4000 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeHDDInterface(s)USB Type C (USB 3.1 Gen1)
Key Specs
Storage Capacity4000 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeHDDInterface(s)USB Type C (USB 3.1 Gen1)
General
Product NameMy Passport Ultra for Mac 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard DriveBrandWDModel NumberWDBPMV0040BSL-WESNColorSilverColor CategorySilver
Capacity
Storage Capacity4000 gigabytes
Performance
Storage Drive TypeHDD
Compatibility
Internal Or ExternalExternalExternal Hard Drive TypePortableInterface(s)USB Type C (USB 3.1 Gen1)Minimum System RequirementsApple MacOS, Microsoft Windows 7 / 8.1 / 10
Features
Security FeaturesPassword ProtectionData EncryptionYesEncryption Algorithm256-bit AESUsageEveryday computing, Backup
Power
Power SourceUSB port
Dimension
Product Height0.8 inchesProduct Width3.23 inchesProduct Weight8.1 ounces
Included
Included SoftwareWD Security, WD Drive Utilities, WD Backup, WD Discovery
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts3 yearsManufacturer's Warranty - Labor3 years
Other
UPC718037864136
Access and save data quickly on this Western Digital My Passport Ultra drive for Mac. The hard drive uses USB 3.0 technology and USB-D connectivity to maximize plug-in options. Keep your files safe with the included security software, offering encryption and password protection. Its modern metal design complements your Mac, and out of the box, it’s formatted for macOS and Time Machine compatibility.
4TB storage capacity
Provides ample space for storing documents, photos, music and more.
USB 3.0 interface
Offers an easy-to-use connection to devices. Backward compatible with USB 2.0 for simple connection to your computer. USB-powered.
Get More Out of WD Discovery™
To help preserve your online life, WD Discovery allows you to import your content from popular social media and cloud storage services like Dropbox and Google Drive™.
Automatic backup options
The My Passport Ultra™ for Mac drive comes equipped with WD Backup™ software to help make sure everything you create while on your own life journey - photos, videos, music and documents - doesn’t get lost.
Locked down.
The My Passport™ Ultra for Mac's built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection helps keep your digital life's contents secure.
Time Machine compatible
Back up your entire system directly to the drive.
Portable design
Lets you take your data on the go.
Compatible with Mac and PC
For flexible installation options.
Free 500GB WD 2Go cloud storage and FILERECOVERY software. Only at Best Buy.
One-year cloud storage and FILERECOVERY license with included WD Discovery software.
What's Included
My Passport Ultra for Mac portable storage
USB-C cable with USB 3.0 adapter
WD Discovery* software for WD Security and WD Drive Utilities (*Internet activation required)
Quick install guide
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- A: AnswerBest Buy also has the same drive formatted for Windows that comes with both USB type c and USB 3.0 connectors.
Answered by Chuck
Q: QuestionIs this compatible to an old Macbook pro mid 2012? MacOs10.8?(3 answers)
A: AnswerIt should work just fine. It comes with an adapter for a USB port. Just be sure to line the adapter up correctly. Good luck.Answered by Spartan1985
- A: AnswerIt will keep all the back ups until it is full, then it will overwrite the oldest files with the newest ones.
Answered by Hilander7
Q: QuestionLost cord. What should I order to replace it? Thanks-(1 answer)
A: AnswerHi Barb, Please be informed that the WD My Passport Ultra for Mac drive is a plug 'n' play external device and it’s formatted for macOS and Time Machine compatibility right out of the box. We have also mentioned mentioned the USB Cord specification : WDSC012RNW (USB-C to USB-C with USB 3.1 Type-A Adapter) -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.Answered by Western Digital Team
Q: QuestionWill this drive work with an iMac running OS 11.1 (Big Sur) or higher?(3 answers)
A: AnswerHi Macc, Please be informed that the WD My Passport Ultra for Mac drive is a plug 'n' play external device and it’s formatted for macOS and Time Machine compatibility right out of the box. It works with updated macOS. To know more about the drive refer to the link: http://products.wdc.com/library/AAG/ENG/4078-705134.pdf -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.Answered by Western Digital Team
- A: AnswerHello Rkakran, Please know, ideally the drive is designed for macOS computers and it is ready out of box with HFS+ format for macOS. However, you can reformat the drive in NTFS to use with Windows or in exFAT for both Windows and macOS. Please be informed that reformatting is a data destructive process. Please backup the data from the drive before reformatting it. "Steps to Format a Drive for Use on Windows and macOS Using exFat": https://support-en.wd.com/app/answers/detailweb/a_id/20821 -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.
Answered by Western Digital Team
Q: QuestionDoes this work with Mojave 10.14.6 or higher (Catalina)?(2 answers)
A: AnswerYes, it does work fine with the latest Apple MacOS software.Answered by WarrenHI
- A: AnswerHi Tony, Please know My Passport Ultra for Mac store the backup in different folders for every computer. So, you can use one passport ultra for mac to backup multiple computer. But, we recommend you to contact apple support once because the macOS uses time machine to backup the data and it is an application from Apple. For more information on drive, refer to the link: https://products.wdc.com/library/AAG/ENG/4078-705134.pdf -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information
Answered by Western Digital Team
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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 487 reviews
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- 4.6Ease of Use
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Western digital ssd
Works with windows easy enough with minimal setup and came with a mini usb to USB an adapter.
Posted by DylanP
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A photographer’s life saver
I capture a lot of images…as a photographer I’m confronted with the issues, such as culling photos, backing up and the finished portrait (better not lose those). I find this Xternal HD a must. It has proven to be a lifesaver!
Posted by kenny43
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Drive has problems with iMac and Ventura OS
These drives have a problem where they will show "zero" files on the drive, even though your data is on the drive. (see pics) They will not unmount to run disk first aid, and you must either restart your machine or do a forced eject. Once you plug the drive back in, your files will be visible and the drive can be written to and works normally... for a while. They it happens again. I'm running a new iMac with Ventura. WD has no answers for this known problem, nor does Apple, and they both say to take the drive back to Best Buy and get a different brand.
Posted by RussW
