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Blue slim portable hard drive, rectangular with rounded edges

Western Digital

Western Digital My Passport WDBPKJ0050BBL-WESN 5TB portable hard drive Blue

SKU CH-K35S-390Y5 MPN WDBPKJ0050BBL-WESN

A slim 5 TB portable hard drive with USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectivity, password protection and 256-bit AES hardware encryption

  • Total capacity5 TB
  • Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 1
  • Setup requirementsFormatted NTFS for Windows 10 and 8.1. Reformatting may be r
  • Product colorBlue
  • Key featuresSlim style. The new My Passport drive has been redesigned fo
  • Product dimensions0.75 in × 2.95 in × 4.22 in

Capacity 5TB

  • 5TB capacity stores extensive media libraries
  • Slim 0.75" profile fits easily in bags
  • 256-bit AES hardware encryption protects data
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 enables fast file transfers
  • Automatic backup software simplifies data protection

Trusted portable storage for on-the-go life

The WD My Passport drive is a slim, portable hard drive built for people who need reliable capacity while travelling. Its 5TB capacity stores large photo libraries, video projects and document archives in a palm-sized blue enclosure. The SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface keeps transfers fast enough for everyday backups and file moves. Windows 10 and 8.1 users can start immediately thanks to the factory NTFS format.

5TB capacity handles large creative libraries

Five terabytes hold thousands of high-resolution photos, hours of 4K footage or extensive music collections without constant curation. The drive runs out of space only when projects grow beyond that ceiling, such as multi-camera video productions or full system images for several machines. USB 2.0 fallback works on older ports but drops transfer speed to a fraction of the Gen 1 rate. Reformatting is required before use on macOS or Linux, which erases existing data.

WD Discovery software adds backup scheduling

The bundled WD Discovery suite installs WD Backup for automatic file protection, password protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption and drive management tools. Acronis True Image for Western Digital is also included, adding ransomware defence and full-system imaging on Windows. A SuperSpeed USB cable and quick install guide complete the package so the drive works straight from the box. No extra cables, power adapters or mounting hardware are supplied.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Portable USB Hard Drives, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $203.99
Pricier than about 78% of the 365 comparable items (median $108.99).
Total capacity 5 TB
Higher than about 90% of the 239 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $40.80 per TB
Cheaper than about 74% of the 239 comparable items (median $51.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWD
Product lineMy Passport
Model nameWDBPKJ0050BBL-WESN
Total capacity5 TB
Product colorBlue
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 1
Size & build
Product dimensions0.75 in × 2.95 in × 4.22 in
Product weight0.46 lb (0.21 kg)
Shipping weight0.30 kg
Package size142 × 102 × 38 mm
In the box
In the boxPortable hard drive
SuperSpeed USB cable
WD Discovery software
Quick install guide

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Questions about this item

Will the USB 3.2 Gen 1 port on this 5TB drive work with my older laptop that only has USB 2.0?

Yes, the SuperSpeed USB port is USB 2.0 compatible, so the drive will function on older USB 2.0 ports at reduced speeds.

How can I verify the 256-bit AES hardware encryption is active after setting a password?

Use the included WD Discovery software to enable password protection; the drive will then require the password to unlock and access data.

Does the box include a power adapter or just the SuperSpeed USB cable for the 5TB model?

The package contains the portable hard drive, a SuperSpeed USB cable, WD Discovery software, and a quick install guide; no separate power adapter is included.

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