This document describes the features and characteristics of My Passport Essential SE portable hard drive, including dual compatibility, USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 interfaces, improved transfer rates, large capacity, WD SmartWare software, automatic backup, password protection, etc.
The My Passport Essential SE is a portable hard drive with dual USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility, offering fast data transfer and built‑in hardware encryption with password protection. It includes WD SmartWare backup software for automatic, continuous backup of your files.
The manual details the device’s dimensions (0.70" × 3.20" × 4.30"), weight (0.45 lb), operating temperature range (5 °C – 35 °C), and supported capacities (1 TB for Windows, 750 GB for Mac). Warranty periods vary by region, ranging from 2 to 3 years. This manual is written in Chinese.
| USB Compatibility | USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 dual compatibility |
|---|---|
| USB 3.0 Transfer Speed | up to 5 Gbps |
| USB 2.0 Transfer Speed | up to 480 Mbps |
| Weight | 0.45 lb (0.20 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | 5 °C – 35 °C |
| Storage Capacity (Windows) | 1 TB |
| Storage Capacity (Mac) | 750 GB |
It supports both USB 3.0 and USB 2.0, with backward compatibility.
Transfer speed can reach up to 5 Gbps, about three times faster than USB 2.0.
Yes, it includes WD SmartWare backup software with automatic continuous backup and hardware encryption.
The warranty is 2 years in the Americas and Europe/Middle East/Africa, and 3 years in Asia‑Pacific and Japan.