WD Consumer Solid State Drives

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WD Green 1TB M.2 PCI Express Internal Solid State Drive, QLC (WDS100T3G0C-00AZL0) image 1
Item: IM1NT7206
Model: WDS100T3G0C-00AZL0

Transform Your Computing Experience with WD Green SN350 NVMe™ SSD Unleash the Power of NVMe Introducing the WD Green SN350 NVMe™ SSD - the perfect upgrade to breathe new life into your old computer. This powerful SSD offers lightning-fast performance with sequential read speeds of up to 3200MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 2500MB/s. Whether you're in class, shopping, chatting, or surfing, this drive works up to four times faster than SATA drives, making your daily computing tasks seamless and efficient. Reliable and Durable Designed with no moving parts, the WD Green SN350 NVMe™ SSD is shock-resistant, ensuring your important data is protected from accidental bumps and drops. The slim M.2 2280 form factor allows for a quick and easy upgrade, fitting into any computer with an NVMe slot. Plus, with the downloadable Western Digital SSD Dashboard, you can monitor the health of your drive, ensuring peak performance and peace of mind. Effortless Installation Upgrading your system is a breeze with the WD Green SN350 NVMe™ SSD. In just about 10 minutes, you can unlock up to 1TB of storage space. This cost-effective solution brings the power of NVMe technology within reach, outpacing traditional SATA drives and providing a significant boost to your computer's performance. Enhanced Storage Capacity The WD Green SN350 NVMe™ SSD offers ample storage with a 1TB capacity, providing plenty of room for all your important files, photos, and applications. Experience the difference with faster load times, quicker file transfers, and improved overall system responsiveness. Trustworthy and Secure Western Digital is a name you can trust. With a 3-year limited warranty, you can be confident in your choice of the WD Green SN350 NVMe™ SSD. Enjoy the benefits of fast NVMe™ performance, robust data protection, and the reliability of a brand that stands behind its products. Product Highlights: Fast Performance: Sequential read speeds up to 3200MB/s and write speeds up to 2500MB/s. Shock-Resistant: No moving parts for enhanced durability. Easy Upgrade: Slim M.2 2280 form factor for quick installation. Ample Storage: 1TB capacity to store all your important files. Reliable: 3-year limited warranty for peace of mind. Upgrade to the WD Green SN350 NVMe™ SSD and experience the next level of computing performance. Your daily tasks, applications, and overall computing experience will be transformed with this powerful and reliable SSD..This internal SSD uses a PCI Express Gen3 x4 NVMe interface, designed for consumer use, offering a seamless upgrade for any computer with an NVMe slot..Achieves sequential read speeds of up to 3200MB/s and write speeds of up to 2500MB/s, providing fast and efficient data transfer rates for daily computing needs..Features a 1TB storage capacity with QLC NAND technology, providing ample space for storing important files, applications, and media..Slim M.2 2280 form factor allows for quick and easy installation in compatible devices, ensuring a sleek and space-saving design..Compatible with both PC and MAC systems, making it a versatile storage solution for various computing environments..Shock-resistant design helps protect data against day-to-day bumps and drops, ensuring the integrity and longevity of your important files..Uses a PCIe Gen3 x4 interface, supporting one device per drive slot, ensuring fast and reliable connectivity..Backed by a 3-year limited warranty, providing reliable performance and peace of mind for your storage needs.

Price is  $591.49
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WD My Passport 1TB USB 3.2 External Solid-State Drive, Silver (WDBAGF0010BSL-WESN) image 1
Item: 24519310
Model: WDBAGF0010BSL

Performance that takes your productivity further. Save, access, and protect the content that matters to you with the WD My Passport solid-state drive giving you read speeds of up to 1050MB/s and write speeds of up to 1000MB/s with NVMe technology. Help secure your drive, and keep productivity flowing with password-enabled 256-bit AES hardware encryption. Find peace of mind with My Passport that is able to simply back up your data, compatible with macOS and Windows, and ready to use right out of the box..Portable external solid-state drive with USB 3.2 interface for macOS and Windows.Delivers read speeds of up to 1050MB/s and write speeds of up to 1000MB/s with a NVMe technology.Provides high speed and durability with a 1TB capacity.Dimensions: 3.94"H x 2.17"W x 0.35"D.Keeps personal files and confidential data restricted from hackers and thieves with 256-bit AES encryption.Resists drops of up to 6.5' with a sleek, durable metal design that is both shock- and vibration-proof.Powered by USB connection.Ready to use right out of the box.Meets or exceeds the RoHS standard.5-year manufacturer limited warranty

Price is  $148.49
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WD My Passport SSD BAGF0010BGY WDBAGF0010BGY-WESN 1TB USB 3.2 Gen 2 External Solid State Drive image 1
Item: IM18NR829
Model: WDBAGF0010BGY-WESN

External SSD for PC and MAC features USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface.Dimensions: 0.35"H x 2.17"W x 3.94"D.Memory capacity: 1TB.Keep personal files and confidential data restricted from hackers and thieves with 256-bit AES encryption.SSD is shock-resistant.Powered by USB connection.5-year manufacturer limited warranty

Price is  $269.99
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WD My Passport SSD BAGF0020BRD WDBAGF0020BRD-WESN 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 2 External Solid State Drive image 1
Item: IM18NR832
Model: WDBAGF0020BRD-WESN

External solid state drive features USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface.Dimensions: 0.4"H x 1.77"W x 3.54"D.Memory capacity: 2TB.Keep personal files and confidential data restricted from hackers and thieves with 256-bit AES encryption.SSD is shock-resistant.Powered by USB connection.Meets or exceeds RoHS standard.5-year manufacturer limited warranty

Price is  $480.49
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WD My Passport SSD BAGF0020BGY WDBAGF0020BGY-WESN 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 2 External Solid State Drive image 1
Item: IM18NR831
Model: WDBAGF0020BGY-WESN

External SSD for PC and MAC features USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface.Dimensions: 0.35"H x 2.17"W x 3.94"D.Memory capacity: 2TB.Keep personal files and confidential data restricted from hackers and thieves with 256-bit AES encryption.SSD is shock-resistant.Powered by USB connection.5-year manufacturer limited warranty

Price is  $389.99
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WD My Passport Ultra 1TB USB 3.0 External Hard Drive, Silver (WDBC3C0010BSL-WESN) image 1
Item: IM15NM873
Model: WDBC3C0010BSL-WESN

USB-C ready, USB 3.0 compatible :Featuring the latest in USB-C technology, the My Passport Ultra portable drive delivers quick and easy storage for your PC, while the included USB 3.0 adapter makes sure it's compatible with older machines. Innovative style and function :Fusing modern anodized metal and textures, the My Passport Ultra portable drive is available in a variety of colors to seamlessly match your personal style and the latest computers. Do more with WD Discovery :Included WD Discovery software connects to popular social media and cloud storage services, like Facebook, Dropbox and Google Drive.** Import your photos, videos and docs to the My Passport Ultra drive to help preserve your online life. If you work across both PC and Mac, we provide a downloadable NTFS driver for macOS to enable you to read and write to your My Passport Ultra drive without the need for reformatting. WD Discovery software can also be used to manage your drive with WD Drive Utilities. Easy to use auto backup software :Be it your photos, videos or business documents, WD Backup software makes it easy to help protect what's important to you by automating your backup routine. After installing WD Backup software, simply plug in your drive and let it take care of the rest. Password Protection with 256-bit AES Hardware Encryption :Help keep your private files private with a password of your choosing with WD Security tools to enable the 256-bit AES Hardware Encryption chip on the My Passport Ultra drive. High Capacity :With up to 4TB of capacity, you have plenty of room to keep your photos, videos, music and documents with you, wherever you go and in your control. Windows-Ready :Formatted for Windows 10 to deliver plug-and-play storage out of the box. With WD Discovery software, you can also download the NTFS driver for macOS, so you can work seamlessly between operating systems without reformatting. 3-Year Limited Warranty: The My Passport Ultra drive is built using tried and true WD components for lasting endurance and comes with a 3-year limited warranty to deliver reliable storage you can depend on..USB-C ready, USB 3.0 compatible.Innovative style with refined metal cover.WD Discovery for social media and cloud storage import.Certifications & Standards: Directive 2002/95/EC

Price is  $126.64
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WD My Passport SSD BAGF0040BGY WDBAGF0040BGY-WESN 4TB USB 3.2 Gen 2 External Solid State Drive image 1
Item: IM19AK368
Model: WDBAGF0040BGY-WESN

Save, access and protect the content that matters to you with My Passport SSD, giving you read speeds of up to 1050MB/s and write speeds of up to 1000MB/s with NVMe technology..External SSD for PC and MAC features USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface.SSD provides 1050MBps data transfer rate.Memory capacity: 4TB.Dimensions: 0.35"H x 2.17"W x 3.94"D.Keep personal files and confidential data restricted from hackers and thieves with 256-bit AES encryption.SSD is shock-resistant.Powered by USB connection.Meets or exceeds RoHS standard.5-year manufacturer limited warranty

Price is  $893.99
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WD My Passport Ultra 2 TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive, Silver (WDBC3C0020BSL-WESN) image 1
Item: 24614932
Model: WDBC3C0020BSL-WESN

Expand the storage on your Windows system and back up photos, video, music, and documents using the ${color} ${Capacity} My Passport Ultra USB 3.0 Type-C External Hard Drive from WD. This drive is equipped with ${Capacity} of storage and a USB 3.0 Type-C interface. If your computer doesn't have a USB Type-C port, an included USB Type-C to Type-A adapter helps ensure compatibility with older systems. This drive is also bus-powered, meaning that all its power is provided by the USB cable and no external power cables or adapters are required..Drive Capacity 2 TB, Type & Use Portable Hard Drive.Host Interface USB 3.0.Operating System Compatibility Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7.Power Source Bus Power.WD Backup & WD Discovery Software.Security Features Password Protection.Environmental Compliance Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS).Limited Warranty 3 Year

Price is  $125.49
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WD My Passport Ultra 2 TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive, Silver (WDBC3C0020BSL-WESN) image 1
Item: IM15NM874
Model: WDBC3C0020BSL-WESN

Expand the storage on your Windows system and back up photos, video, music, and documents using the ${color} ${Capacity} My Passport Ultra USB 3.0 Type-C External Hard Drive from WD. This drive is equipped with ${Capacity} of storage and a USB 3.0 Type-C interface. If your computer doesn't have a USB Type-C port, an included USB Type-C to Type-A adapter helps ensure compatibility with older systems. This drive is also bus-powered, meaning that all its power is provided by the USB cable and no external power cables or adapters are required..Drive Capacity 2 TB, Type & Use Portable Hard Drive.Host Interface USB 3.0.Operating System Compatibility Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7.Power Source Bus Power.WD Backup & WD Discovery Software.Security Features Password Protection.Environmental Compliance Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS).Limited Warranty 3 Year

Price is  $140.58
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WD My Passport 1TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive, Black (WDBYVG0010BBK-WESN) image 1
Item: 24421988
Model: WDBYVG0010BBK

Every journey needs a passport. The WD My Passport drive is a trusted, portable storage solution that gives you the confidence and freedom to drive forward in life. With a stylish design that fits in the palm of your hand, there's space to store, organize, and share your photos, videos, music, and documents. Perfectly paired with WD Backup software and password protection, the My Passport drive helps keep your digital life's contents safe..Portable hard drive in black features 1TB storage capacity and PC compatibility.USB 3.2 Gen 1 ready, compatible with USB 2.0/3.0 ports.Dimensions: 0.44"H x 2.95"W x 4.22"D.Powers up via USB eliminating the need for an additional power supply.Features a password-protected design for extra data security.Automatic backup software saves data efficiently.WD Security, WD Discovery, WD Backup, and WD Drive Utilities are included.256-bit AES encryption protects your PC from hackers and thieves by encoding all your data.3-year manufacturer limited warranty

Price is  $79.99
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WD My Passport 2TB External USB 3.2 Portable Hard Drive, Black (WDBYVG0020BBK) image 1
Item: 24421982
Model: WDBYVG0020BBK

Every journey needs a passport. The WD My Passport drive is a trusted, portable storage solution that gives you the confidence and freedom to drive forward in life. With a stylish design that fits in the palm of your hand, there's space to store, organize, and share your photos, videos, music, and documents. Perfectly paired with WD Backup software and password protection, the My Passport drive helps keep your digital life's contents safe..Portable hard drive in black features 2TB storage capacity and PC compatibility.USB 3.2 Gen 1 ready, compatible with USB 2.0/3.0 ports.Dimensions: 0.44"H x 2.95"W x 4.22"D.Bus-powered with no separate power supply required.Features a password-protected design for extra data security.Automatic backup software saves data efficiently.WD Security, WD Discovery, WD Backup, and WD Drive Utilities are included.256-bit AES encryption protects your PC from hackers and thieves by encoding all your data.3-year manufacturer limited warranty

Price is  $99.99
Next-Day Delivery by tomorrow
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WD My Passport Ultra 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive, Silver (WDBKYJ0020BSL-WESN) image 1
Item: 24614981
Model: WDBKYJ0020BSL-WESN

With its metal design and added durability, the My Passport Ultra for Mac portable hard drive is the ideal storage companion to take for your journeys. Mac-ready, enjoy easy access to your important files wherever you are with this high-capacity USB-C storage device. Help securely back up your data with the included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software2, fortified with robust protection against ransomware threats. As you prepare to go, add an extra level of security with password protection for peace of mind for your journeys..Storage Capacity 2 TB, Portable Hard Drive - External.Host Interface USB 3.0.Operating System Compatibility macOS 10.13+.Sleek metal design for added durability to take anywhere.Password protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption.USB-C ready to meet the demands for modern connectivity.Environmental Compliance: Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS).Limited Warranty 3 Year

Price is  $125.49
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WD My Passport Ultra 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive, Silver (WDBKYJ0020BSL-WESN) image 1
Item: IM15NM871
Model: WDBKYJ0020BSL-WESN

With its metal design and added durability, the My Passport Ultra for Mac portable hard drive is the ideal storage companion to take for your journeys. Mac-ready, enjoy easy access to your important files wherever you are with this high-capacity USB-C storage device. Help securely back up your data with the included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software2, fortified with robust protection against ransomware threats. As you prepare to go, add an extra level of security with password protection for peace of mind for your journeys..Storage Capacity 2 TB, Portable Hard Drive - External.Host Interface USB 3.0.Operating System Compatibility macOS 10.13+.Sleek metal design for added durability to take anywhere.Password protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption.USB-C ready to meet the demands for modern connectivity.Environmental Compliance: Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS).Limited Warranty 3 Year

Price is  $140.58
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Western Digital My Passport 4TB External USB 3.2 Portable Hard Drive, Silicon Grey (WDBRMD0040BGY-WESN) image 1
Item: IM1NM9787
Model: WDBRMD0040BGY-WESN

No matter where creativity strikes, the 4TB My Passport USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable Hard Drive from WD is a solid storage companion for your on-the-go lifestyle. Preformatted exFAT and equipped with a 5 Gb/s micro-USB interface, it may be used straight out of the box with Windows 10+, macOS, and Chrome and includes both a micro-USB to USB-A cable and a USB-A to USB-C adapter, allowing it to be used with most systems..4TB portable external hard drive designed for secure, high-capacity storage and easy data backup.USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface with a data transfer rate of up to 5 Gbps.Compatible with USB-C/A devices on Windows, Mac, ChromeOS, consoles, and mobile.USB-powered, requiring no separate power adapter.Includes Acronis True Image software for data backup and ransomware protection.256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection for secure data storage.3 Year Limited Warranty

Price is  $200.11
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WD My Passport 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive, Sky (WDBYVG0020BBL-WESN) image 1
Item: 24421986
Model: WDBYVG0020BBL

Every journey needs a passport. The WD My Passport drive is a trusted, portable storage solution that gives you the confidence and freedom to drive forward in life. With a stylish design that fits in the palm of your hand, there's space to store, organize, and share your photos, videos, music, and documents. Perfectly paired with WD Backup software and password protection, the My Passport drive helps keep your digital life's contents safe..Portable hard drive in sky color features 2TB storage capacity and PC compatibility.USB 3.2 Gen 1 ready, compatible with USB 2.0/3.0 ports.Dimensions: 0.44"H x 2.95"W x 4.22"D.Powers up via USB eliminating the need for an additional power supply.Features a password-protected design for extra data security.Automatic backup software saves data efficiently.WD Backup, WD Discovery, WD Security, and WD Drive Utilities are included.256-bit AES encryption protects your PC from hackers and thieves by encoding all your data.3-year manufacturer limited warranty

Price is  $107.99
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WD My Passport 5TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive, Black (WDBPKJ0050BBK-WESN) image 1
Item: 24421984
Model: WDBPKJ0050BBK

Every journey needs a passport. The My Passport drive is trusted, portable storage that gives you the confidence and freedom to drive forward in life. With a new, stylish design that fits in the palm of your hand, there's space to store, organize, and share your photos, videos, music, and documents. Perfectly paired with WD Backup software and password protection, the My Passport drive helps keep your digital life's contents safe..Portable drive in black features 5TB storage capacity and PC compatibility.USB 3.2 Gen 1 ready, compatible with USB 2.0/3.0 ports.Dimensions: 0.75"H x 2.95"W x 4.22"D.Bus powered with no separate power supply to free up outlets.Has a password-protected design for extra data security.Automatic Backup software saves data efficiently.WD Security, WD Backup, WD Drive Utilities, and WD Discovery software are included.256-bit AES encryption protects your PC from hackers and thieves by encoding all your data.3-year manufacturer limited warranty

Price is  $184.99
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Western Digital My Passport 6TB External USB 3.2 Portable Hard Drive, Silicon Grey (WDBY3J0060BGY-WESN) image 1
Item: IM1XS3938
Model: WDBY3J0060BGY-WESN

No matter where creativity or adventure strikes, the My Passport portable hard drive is the perfect storage companion for your on-the-go lifestyle and your USB-C devices. Enjoy seamless compatibility across your Windows PC, Mac, Chromebook, gaming consoles, mobile phones, and tablets with a USB-C connection..6TB portable external hard drive for secure backup, media storage, and mobile access.USB 3.2 (Gen 1) interface provides smooth data transfer and outstanding performance.Compatible with Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, gaming consoles, and USB-C or USB-A devices.USB-powered, requiring no separate power adapter for operation.Compact plastic enclosure without an active cooling system, designed for quiet, efficient portable use.Includes WD Discovery and Acronis True Image software for backup, security, and drive management.With 256-bit AES encryption protect all your valuable data and keep your personal files safe & secure.Provides fast and dependable access to data and has non-volatile memory.3 Year Limited Warranty

Price is  $253.3
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WD My Passport 4TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive, Black (WDBPKJ0040BBK-WESN) image 1
Item: 24421981
Model: WDBPKJ0040BBK

Every journey needs a passport. The My Passport drive is trusted, portable storage that gives you the confidence and freedom to drive forward in life. With a new, stylish design that fits in the palm of your hand, there's space to store, organize, and share your photos, videos, music, and documents. Perfectly paired with WD Backup software and password protection, the My Passport drive helps keep your digital life's contents safe..Portable drive in black features 4TB storage capacity and PC compatibility.USB 3.2 Gen 1 ready, compatible with USB 2.0/3.0 ports.Dimensions: 0.75"H x 2.95"W x 4.22"D.Bus powered with no separate power supply to free up outlets.Has a password-protected design for extra data security.Automatic Backup software saves data efficiently.WD Security, WD Backup, WD Drive Utilities, and WD Discovery software are included.256-bit AES encryption protects your PC from hackers and thieves by encoding all your data.3-year manufacturer limited warranty

Price is  $129.99
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About WD Consumer Solid State Drives

WD consumer solid state drives (SSDs) are designed to enhance your computing experience by providing faster data access and improved performance compared to traditional hard drives. These drives are ideal for everyday users, gamers, and professionals who require quick boot times and rapid file transfers.

With no moving parts, WD consumer SSDs offer greater durability and reliability, making them a perfect choice for portable devices and laptops. Their compact design allows for easy installation and upgrades, ensuring that you can maximize your device's potential.

When choosing a WD consumer solid state drive, consider factors such as storage capacity, read and write speeds, and form factor. Many models come in various capacities, allowing you to select the right amount of storage for your needs, whether for gaming, multimedia, or general use.

Additionally, look for features like thermal throttling protection and encryption capabilities to ensure data security and longevity. These drives often support advanced technologies that enhance performance, making them a valuable investment for anyone looking to boost their system's efficiency.

What is a solid state drive (SSD)?

  • A solid state drive (SSD) is a type of storage device that uses flash memory to store data, providing faster access times and improved performance compared to traditional hard drives. SSDs are more durable and consume less power, making them ideal for modern computing needs.

Why should I choose a consumer SSD over a hard drive?

  • Consumer SSDs offer significantly faster read and write speeds, resulting in quicker boot times and faster file transfers. They are also more reliable due to their lack of moving parts, which reduces the risk of mechanical failure.

How do I choose the right capacity for an SSD?

  • Choosing the right capacity depends on your usage needs. For basic tasks like web browsing and document editing, 250GB to 500GB may suffice, while gamers or multimedia professionals may require 1TB or more for larger files and applications.

Can I use an SSD for gaming?

  • Yes, SSDs are excellent for gaming as they significantly reduce load times and improve overall game performance. Many gamers prefer SSDs for their ability to quickly access game files and enhance the gaming experience.

Are WD consumer SSDs easy to install?

  • Most WD consumer SSDs are designed for easy installation, often requiring just a few screws and a simple connection to your device. Many models also come with installation guides to assist users in the process.

Do SSDs have a limited lifespan?

  • While SSDs do have a limited number of write cycles, modern consumer SSDs are built to last for many years under typical usage conditions. Features like wear leveling and TRIM help extend their lifespan and maintain performance over time.