WD 1TB My Passport SSD Portable External Solid State Drive
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About WD 1TB My Passport SSD Portable External Solid State Drive
Overall Feedback:
85% positive
83% appreciated the ample storage capacity, though 17% found it limited
This SSD provides lightning-fast data transfer speeds of up to 1050MB/s, making it ideal for professionals who need to transfer large files quickly.
I have been using the 4TB version of the drive on my 13-year-old Windows 7 64-bit desktop for 3 1/2 months.
For a 1 TB drive, I will only get a storage capacity of 650 GB, which is less than other SSD devices.
Updating song information in my Apple Music library files stored on the SSD takes a minute or two, indicating that my SSD's capacity may not be sufficient for efficient data handling.
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80% appreciated its wide compatibility, though 20% encountered issues with their device
I am using the included USB-A adapter because my computer has no USB-C ports.
The WD Passport works with both PC and Mac right out of the box with no re-formatting necessary.
The short cable is not suitable for desktops and it is a problem when transferring data to other desktops like friends and family. It seems that the drive is designed for laptops only.
82% praised its rugged and durable design, though 18% experienced damage after a drop
This SSD is designed to withstand shock, vibration, and drops of up to 6.5 feet, making it a reliable option for me as I am always on-the-go.
I have had problems keeping the drives operational and one of them has permanently failed prematurely.
83% praised for its fast data transfer speeds, while 17% experienced slow loading times
The WD My Passport SSD provides lightning-fast data transfer speeds of up to 1050MB/s, making it ideal for professionals who need to transfer large files quickly.
The transfer speed is up to 400MB/Sec.
When I transfer files, the SSD runs very hot regardless of how long I use it.
For documents, PDFs, photos, etc., USB 3.0 performs better than the drive.
88% liked its compact and lightweight design, while 12% found it bulky
I have found my happy place for storage and portability with the external solid-state drive, which is smaller than a pack of playing cards.
I would feel more comfortable if the external SSD was flat on the surface, as it is already lightweight.
The short cable is not suitable for my desktops and it is difficult to transfer data to other desktops like friends and family if the C port is not easily reachable.
