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Silver rectangular portable hard drive with rounded edges and metal finish, USB-C cable attached

Western Digital

Western Digital WDBPMV0040BSL-WESN 4TB portable hard drive

SKU CH-ND5D-ZDMK9 MPN WDBPMV0040BSL-WESN

A 4 TB portable drive formatted for macOS with USB-C connectivity, a USB 3.1 adapter, 256-bit AES hardware encryption and a metal enclosure

  • TypeExternal
  • Capacity4TB
  • Panel ColorSILVER
  • InterfaceUSB 3.1 Gen 1
  • System RequirementsFormatted HFS+ Journaled for macOS Mojave, High Sierra, Sier
  • FeaturesUSB-C and USB 3.1 Compatible Featuring USB-C technology, the
  • Ready for Mac with HFS+ formatting out of the box
  • USB-C connection plus USB 3.1 adapter for broad compatibility
  • Hardware-based 256-bit AES encryption protects your files
  • Slim metal enclosure measures just 0.83 in thick
  • Lightweight at 0.51 lb for easy transport

What it is

The Western Digital My Passport Ultra for Mac is a 4TB portable hard drive pre-formatted in HFS+ Journaled for macOS Mojave, High Sierra, Sierra or El Capitan. It connects via USB-C and includes a USB 3.1 adapter for older ports. The drive comes with WD Discovery software and WD Drive Utilities for backup and social media import. A silver metal enclosure houses the mechanism.

Capacity and headroom

Four terabytes holds large photo libraries, video projects and document archives with room to grow. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface delivers solid transfer rates for everyday backups and file moves. Very large single-file transfers or sustained heavy workloads will hit the mechanical throughput ceiling. The included USB 3.1 adapter ensures the drive works with legacy USB-A ports on older Macs.

Deciding specification

The drive is formatted HFS+ Journaled for macOS out of the box and includes a downloadable HFS driver for Windows read-write access. Password protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption is enabled through WD Security. Buyers who need native NTFS formatting or exFAT for cross-platform use without extra drivers should look elsewhere.

Highlights

  • Ready for Mac with HFS+ formatting out of the box
  • USB-C connection plus USB 3.1 adapter for broad compatibility
  • Hardware-based 256-bit AES encryption protects your files
  • Slim metal enclosure measures just 0.83 in thick
  • Lightweight at 0.51 lb for easy transport

Specifications

BrandWD
SeriesMy Passport Ultra for Mac
ModelWDBPMV0040BSL-WESN
TypeExternal
Capacity4TB
Panel ColorSILVER
InterfaceUSB 3.1 Gen 1
System RequirementsFormatted HFS+ Journaled for macOS Mojave, High Sierra, Sierra or El Capitan.
Downloadable HFS driver to read/write on Windows.
Compatibility may vary depending on user's hardware configuration and operating system.
FeaturesUSB-C and USB 3.1 Compatible
Featuring USB-C technology, the My Passport Ultra for Mac portable drive delivers quick and easy storage for your Mac, while the included USB 3.1 adapter makes sure it's compatible with older machines.
Password Protection with 256-bit AES Hardware Encryption
WD Security function within WD Discovery helps keep your files private with a password of your choosing, making it easy to enable password protection and 256-bit AES Hardware Encryption.
Innovative Style and Function
Fusing modern anodized metal and textures, the My Passport Ultra for Mac portable dri
Dimensions0.83" x 3.21" x 4.33"
Weight0.51 lb.
Package ContentsMy Passport Ultra for Mac portable storage
USB-C cable with USB 3.1 adapter
WD Discovery software and WD Drive Utilities
Quick install guide
Shipping weight0.34 kg
Package size178 × 109 × 43 mm

Questions about this item

Will the USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface work with my older Mac that only has USB-A ports?

The drive ships with a USB-C cable and a USB 3.1 adapter, so it connects to legacy USB-A ports without extra accessories.

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

Open WD Security in WD Discovery; the dashboard shows encryption status and confirms the drive is locked when ejected.

Does the box include both the USB-C cable and the USB 3.1 adapter, or must I buy the adapter separately?

Both the USB-C cable and the USB 3.1 adapter are in the package along with the drive, software and quick install guide.

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