---
product_id: 34549645
title: "WD My Passport for Mac Portable external Hard Drive, 2TB, USB-A ready"
brand: "wd"
price: "$436"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 10
category: "Wd"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/34549645-wd-my-passport-for-mac-portable-external-hard-drive-2tb
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
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# USB 3.0 blazing fast transfer 2TB massive storage hardware encryption & password protection WD My Passport for Mac Portable external Hard Drive, 2TB, USB-A ready

**Brand:** wd
**Price:** $436
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💼 Backup like a boss—secure, sleek, and Mac-ready storage that keeps you ahead.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** WD My Passport for Mac Portable external Hard Drive, 2TB, USB-A ready by wd
- **How much does it cost?** $436 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/34549645-wd-my-passport-for-mac-portable-external-hard-drive-2tb)

## Best For

- wd enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted wd brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rock-Solid Security:** Hardware encryption and password protection keep your sensitive files locked tight.
- • **Massive 2TB Capacity:** Store your entire creative portfolio, backups, and media library without compromise.
- • **Ultra-Portable Design:** Fits in your palm and your lifestyle—carry your digital world wherever you go.
- • **Seamless Mac Integration:** Designed exclusively for Mac and Time Machine, no formatting needed—just plug & play.
- • **Future-Proof Connectivity:** USB 3.0 ready and backward compatible with USB 2.0, plus USB-C adapter included.

## Overview

The WD My Passport for Mac is a 2TB portable external hard drive engineered for Mac users, featuring plug-and-play compatibility with Time Machine, hardware encryption for password-protected security, and USB 3.0 connectivity with USB-C adapter. Its compact design and trusted WD reliability make it the ultimate on-the-go backup solution for professionals who demand seamless performance and peace of mind.

## Description

My Passport for Mac is trusted, portable storage that perfectly complements your on-the-go lifestyle. Designed to fit in the palm of your hand, there’s plenty of space to store a massive amount of photos, videos, music and documents. Perfectly paired with Apple’s Time Machine backup software and password protection, the My Passport for Mac drive helps keep your files safe.

Review: Works right out the box and that is Amazing! It stopped working I ordered a replacement! - Update: It stopped working and I ordered a replacement because I love it! First, let me say I love my MacBook Pro and it is my baby. Everything I hook up to has to be an item that I trust. I have completed a lot of research on external hard drives. The majority of them have to be formatted to even work with the MacBook. This WD 2TB My Passport for Mac Portable External Hard Drive does not need to be formatted. Also, I do not need an adapter for it to fit. This is specially designed for Mac and Time Machine and USB-C and USB-A compatible and Password protected. It is just so easy to use. It works straight out of the box. I use it to import and export movies. Also to store photos from my computer in order not to use up my storage or in case something happens to my computer. It is also small for me to carry on the go easily. This works so easily and I am happy I did not have to set up anything else to make it work.
Review: works seamlessly with macOs Sierra 10.12.6 - I see lots of controversy over which Mac operating systems this external hard drive works with. I just bought the drive (Western Digital WD 2TB My Passport for Mac, Portable External Hard Drive with backup software) and it worked instantly and seamlessly with my late 2015 iMac i7 27" currently with the older macOs Sierra 10.12.6 I'm about to upgrade my Os, which I always hate doing to be honest, and needed another hard drive to back up a terrabyte of data onto, and use as new Time Machine designated hard drive for continual back-ups. NOTICE: It will hook up to your computer with EITHER USB-1 or the newer oval USB-C: If you use, like on my older iMac the now classic USB-1 (rectangular looking thingie) connector, then when you unbox this hard drive, you might see the newer elongated oval USB-C connector as what you need to plug into your computer. This can cause a moment's alarm, but look closer and you'll notice that that connector on the included cable is actually a usb-c connector (wide rectangular thing) but snug attached to an included adapter with the usb-c (wide oval thingie). So just pull the adapter off and you have, voila!, the old USB-1 or whatever. Then plug in and select it's icon when it appears in whatever spot appears on your screen or in your Finder function, double click on it, and you will be asked (even with the Mac-Designated hard drive) to click on Mac, or to simply NOT click on the option to have reformatted for PC. Follow the instructions to upload and then install it, and then it's all systems go. I immediately designated it as my Time Machine linked function on my iMac and had it immediately back up almost as entire Terrabyte. It gave time estimate of 4 hours, and it took about that much time. So I am very happy. I got the 2 terrabyte unit, so I think I will be able to use it both in link with my Time Machine Continuous backup function, and also for simple dragging and dropping to store files. Anyway, i just started with this last night, and I will give updates if i have problems. Currently I'm very happy with it. excuse any typos. don't have time to edit right now.

## Features

- Designed for Mac and Time Machine ready
- Password protection with hardware encryption
- Reimagined design
- Trusted drive built with WD reliability
- USB 3.0 port; USB 2.0 compatible

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01LQQH8E2 |
| Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #5 in External Hard Drives |
| Brand | WD |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (14,899) |
| Date First Available | September 25, 2016 |
| Flash Memory Size | 2 |
| Hard Drive | 2 TB Portable |
| Hard Drive Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Hardware Platform | PC;Mac |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 3.21 x 4.33 x 0.85 inches |
| Item Weight | 8.6 ounces |
| Item model number | WDBP6A0020BBK-WESN |
| Manufacturer | Western Digital |
| Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 3.21 x 4.33 x 0.85 inches |
| RAM | 2000 GB |
| Series | My Passport |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** WD
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** USB 3.0 port; USB 2.0 compatible
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Digital Storage Capacity:** 2000 GB
- **Hard Disk Description:** Portable
- **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 2.5 Inches
- **Hard Disk Interface:** USB 3.0
- **Installation Type:** External Hard Drive
- **Special Feature:** LED indicators^Operating temperature range:5 - 35 °C^Security algorithms:256-bit AES^USB powered^Yes

## Images

![WD My Passport for Mac Portable external Hard Drive, 2TB, USB-A ready - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71jPaBsJvuL.jpg)
![WD My Passport for Mac Portable external Hard Drive, 2TB, USB-A ready - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71qxrHjot+L.jpg)
![WD My Passport for Mac Portable external Hard Drive, 2TB, USB-A ready - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/517hh+tRxcL.jpg)
![WD My Passport for Mac Portable external Hard Drive, 2TB, USB-A ready - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71vhZyBa-EL.jpg)
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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: come with cable?**
A: It does come with a 15in cable which I find OK when I want the drive right next to the Mac. The cable is a USB 3.0 A to Micro B. It's easy enough to get a longer USB 3.0 cable and I have a 3ft cable that works well for me. Hope this helps.

**Q: Can I automatically backup using Time Machine?**
A: Yes. I use my Passport for Mac as my MacBook Pro backup device and it uses Time Machine automatically. It's seamless, simple and a perfect device. Well worth it.

**Q: Is this an SSD or spinning hard drive?**
A: This is a conventional spinning hard drive inside the case. Hope this answers your question finally...

**Q: My mac laptop pro is older.  does it work on 10.7.5?**
A: I also have this question

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works right out the box and that is Amazing! It stopped working I ordered a replacement!
*by B***S on October 21, 2021*

Update: It stopped working and I ordered a replacement because I love it! First, let me say I love my MacBook Pro and it is my baby. Everything I hook up to has to be an item that I trust. I have completed a lot of research on external hard drives. The majority of them have to be formatted to even work with the MacBook. This WD 2TB My Passport for Mac Portable External Hard Drive does not need to be formatted. Also, I do not need an adapter for it to fit. This is specially designed for Mac and Time Machine and USB-C and USB-A compatible and Password protected. It is just so easy to use. It works straight out of the box. I use it to import and export movies. Also to store photos from my computer in order not to use up my storage or in case something happens to my computer. It is also small for me to carry on the go easily. This works so easily and I am happy I did not have to set up anything else to make it work.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ works seamlessly with macOs Sierra 10.12.6
*by R***E on October 18, 2023*

I see lots of controversy over which Mac operating systems this external hard drive works with. I just bought the drive (Western Digital WD 2TB My Passport for Mac, Portable External Hard Drive with backup software) and it worked instantly and seamlessly with my late 2015 iMac i7 27" currently with the older macOs Sierra 10.12.6 I'm about to upgrade my Os, which I always hate doing to be honest, and needed another hard drive to back up a terrabyte of data onto, and use as new Time Machine designated hard drive for continual back-ups. NOTICE: It will hook up to your computer with EITHER USB-1 or the newer oval USB-C: If you use, like on my older iMac the now classic USB-1 (rectangular looking thingie) connector, then when you unbox this hard drive, you might see the newer elongated oval USB-C connector as what you need to plug into your computer. This can cause a moment's alarm, but look closer and you'll notice that that connector on the included cable is actually a usb-c connector (wide rectangular thing) but snug attached to an included adapter with the usb-c (wide oval thingie). So just pull the adapter off and you have, voila!, the old USB-1 or whatever. Then plug in and select it's icon when it appears in whatever spot appears on your screen or in your Finder function, double click on it, and you will be asked (even with the Mac-Designated hard drive) to click on Mac, or to simply NOT click on the option to have reformatted for PC. Follow the instructions to upload and then install it, and then it's all systems go. I immediately designated it as my Time Machine linked function on my iMac and had it immediately back up almost as entire Terrabyte. It gave time estimate of 4 hours, and it took about that much time. So I am very happy. I got the 2 terrabyte unit, so I think I will be able to use it both in link with my Time Machine Continuous backup function, and also for simple dragging and dropping to store files. Anyway, i just started with this last night, and I will give updates if i have problems. Currently I'm very happy with it. excuse any typos. don't have time to edit right now.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Product
*by C***Y on February 2, 2026*

I really like Western Digital hard drives. I have a couple of these external drives that I use for backing up our computers, and have never had an issue with either. These are high quality products. Easy to set up, although it would be nice if step-by-step instructions were included. That being said, I was able to figure it out. The backup capability is exactly what I needed.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-07*