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Silver rectangular portable hard drive with smooth metal finish, USB-C cable and adapter included

Western Digital

Western Digital WDBC3C0020BSL-WESN 2TB portable hard drive

SKU CH-M9A5-0X527 MPN WDBC3C0020BSL-WESN

A 2TB portable hard drive with USB-C and USB 3.1 interfaces, a silver metal enclosure, 5400 RPM speed, and 256-bit AES hardware encryption for Windows and macOS

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Interface typeUSB 3.1, USB-C
  • Rotational speed5,400 RPM
  • Setup requirementsWindows 10, 8.1 or 7 Downloadable NTFS driver to read/write
  • Product colorSilver
  • Key featuresUSB-C and USB 3.1 Compatible Featuring USB-C technology, the

Capacity 2TB

  • 2TB capacity stores large media libraries
  • USB-C with USB 3.1 adapter connects to current and older ports
  • 256-bit AES hardware encryption protects sensitive files
  • WD Discovery software enables auto backup on hourly, daily or monthly schedules
  • Slim 0.50-inch metal design weighs 0.29 lb for easy transport

WD My Passport Ultra 2TB portable drive

The WD My Passport Ultra is a 2TB portable external hard drive with a USB-C interface and an included USB 3.1 adapter. It operates at 5400 RPM and features a silver anodised metal enclosure. The drive comes pre-formatted for Windows 10, 8.1 or 7 and includes WD Discovery software for backup scheduling and 256-bit AES hardware encryption. A downloadable NTFS driver enables read/write access on macOS.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

This drive suits Windows users who need 2TB of portable storage with USB-C connectivity and built-in hardware encryption for sensitive files. Photographers and videographers transporting large media libraries will appreciate the metal design and included adapter for legacy ports. Buyers who require faster transfer speeds than a 5400 RPM mechanical drive can deliver, or who need a drive formatted for macOS Time Machine without reformatting, should consider other options.

The spec that decides fit

The USB-C interface with a supplied USB 3.1 adapter determines whether this drive connects directly to your computer or requires the dongle. If your laptop only has USB-C ports, the native cable works immediately; if it only has older USB-A ports, the adapter is essential for compatibility.

How it compares

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

Price $131.99
Pricier than about 59% of the 365 comparable items (median $108.99).
Total capacity 2 TB
Typical for this category: the median of 239 items is 2 TB.
Price per TB $66.00 per TB
Pricier than about 63% of the 239 comparable items (median $51.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWD
Product lineMy Passport Ultra
Model nameWDBC3C0020BSL-WESN
Total capacity2 TB
Product colorSilver
Performance
Rotational speed5,400 RPM
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.1, USB-C
Size & build
Product dimensions0.5 in × 3.21 in × 4.33 in
Product weight0.29 lb (0.13 kg)
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size147 × 104 × 41 mm

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Questions about this item

How much heat and noise does the 5400 RPM drive produce during all-day use?

The 5400 RPM mechanism runs quietly in the slim 0.50" metal enclosure; with no fan, heat stays low during continuous operation.

What host port and operating system do I need to use the included USB-C cable and USB 3.1 adapter?

A USB-C or USB-A port plus Windows 10, 8.1 or 7; macOS needs the downloadable NTFS driver and reformatting for Time Machine.

Will the USB 3.1 adapter let me keep using my older USB 3.0 Type-A ports without losing the drive's password protection?

Yes, the adapter connects the USB-C drive to legacy Type-A ports while 256-bit AES hardware encryption and WD Security software remain fully active.

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