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Rectangular black-top gunmetal-bottom portable SSD with USB-C cable and adapter

Western Digital

Western Digital WDBKVX5120PSL-WESN 512GB portable SSD

SKU CH-ZPC3-C2YM2 MPN WDBKVX5120PSL-WESN

A 512 GB portable SSD with USB 3.1 Gen 2 read speeds up to 540 MB/s, hardware encryption and USB-C to USB-A adapter included

  • Capacity512GB
  • InterfaceUSB 3.1
  • ColorBlack top with gunmetal (medium metallic gray) bottom
  • FeaturesBlazing-fast File Transfers The My Passport SSD is the faste
  • System RequirementsWindows 10, Windows 8.1 or Windows 7 operating systems macOS
  • Operating Temperature+5°C ~ +35°C
  • Blazing-fast file transfers with read speeds up to 540 MB/s
  • Password protection with hardware encryption keeps data secure
  • USB Type-C and USB 3.1 Gen 2 ready with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility
  • WD Discovery software enables automatic backup and drive utilities
  • Compact design at 3.5 x 1.8 x 0.39 inches and 1.44 ounces for portability

Portable 512 GB USB 3.1 SSD

The WD My Passport SSD is a pocket-sized external drive that delivers up to 540 MB/s reads over USB 3.1 Gen 2. It connects with a USB Type-C cable and includes a Type-A adapter for broad host compatibility. Password protection with hardware encryption and WD Discovery software handle backup and security.

Travellers and creators needing fast.

Bus-powered operation and a rugged metal chassis suit mobile workflows where speed and data protection matter. The single USB-C port means no separate power brick, but users who require multiple simultaneous connections or legacy USB 2.0-only performance will find the feature set limited.

540 MB/s read speed over USB 3.1 Gen 2

That figure is the headline transfer rate and decides whether the drive matches the workload; it is achieved through the supplied USB Type-C to Type-C cable on hosts that support USB 3.1 Gen 2.

Highlights

  • Blazing-fast file transfers with read speeds up to 540 MB/s
  • Password protection with hardware encryption keeps data secure
  • USB Type-C and USB 3.1 Gen 2 ready with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility
  • WD Discovery software enables automatic backup and drive utilities
  • Compact design at 3.5 x 1.8 x 0.39 inches and 1.44 ounces for portability

Specifications

BrandWestern Digital
SeriesMy Passport SSD
ModelWDBKVX5120PSL-WESN
Part NumberWDBKVX5120PSL
Capacity512GB
InterfaceUSB 3.1
ColorBlack top with gunmetal (medium metallic gray) bottom
FeaturesBlazing-fast File Transfers
The My Passport SSD is the fastest My Passport drive to date with read speeds up to 540 MB/s (using the USB Type-C port) to rapidly transfer data. Its speed also gives great performance to help run virtual machines on your computer.
Password Protection with Hardware Encryption
Store growing content on My Passport SSD to alleviate limited internal storage space. Set a password to help keep it protected with built-in 256-bit AES Hardware Encryption with WD Security tools.
USB Type-C and USB 3.1 Gen 2 ready; USB 3.0, USB 2.0 and USB-A compatible
Built for Mac
System RequirementsWindows 10, Windows 8.1 or Windows 7 operating systems
macOS High Sierra, Sierra or El Capitan
May require reformatting for other operating systems
Operating Temperature+5°C ~ +35°C
Storage Temperature-20°C ~ +65°C
Width1.80"
Depth3.50"
Height0.39"
Weight0.09 lb.
Package ContentPortable SSD drive
USB Type-C to Type-C cable (supports USB 3.1 Gen 2)
USB Type-C to Type-A adapter
WD Discovery for WD Backup, WD Security and WD Drive Utilities software
Quick Install Guide
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size124 × 102 × 33 mm

Questions about this item

Will the 512 GB flash memory need replacement after a certain number of write cycles?

The drive uses solid-state storage with no moving parts, so no mechanical maintenance is required; the controller manages wear internally and the product carries a 3-year limited warranty.

What limits sustained transfer speed during long copy jobs?

The USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface caps throughput at 10 Gb/s, and the controller throttles to stay within the 5 °C to 35 °C operating range, so thermal limits appear before the flash does.

How much noise and heat does the drive produce when running all day?

With no fan or spinning platters the drive is silent; the metal case dissipates heat passively and stays within the 5 °C to 35 °C operating window during continuous use.

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