To be fair, very few USB-powered external hard drives include a power switch and this seems to be a more “industry standard” pet peeve of mine than a deal breaker. It is too bad that they did not include a power switch even though having a customizable time out / sleep timer is all well and fine. In fact, with the exception of a small hole on the side where a LED light indicates drive activity, the only port on the drive is the USB 3.0 port. The only other caveat worth pointing out is the lack of an on/off switch. Honestly, USB 3.0 is fast and I doubt it is going to be replaced anytime soon so while this is a bit disappointing it is certainly not a deal breaker.
#Western digital my passport 1tb review portable#
This is a significant weakness when compared to the Seagate GoFlex Portable line, as their interchangeable interface system is completely modular. While it will work on USB 2.0, if a faster standard than USB 3.0 comes out, you will have to buy a new drive. Some of this reduced size is due to the fact that its USB 3.0 port is built right into the housing. Even when compared to other external storage solutions of a similar capacity, the My Passport is smaller and more sleek looking. While this ease of transportation is largely thanks to its almost organic and flowing design, its small size also deserves a lot of the credit. It may not be as easy to transport as a flash drive, but it is going to be close with a hassle factor approaching zero. I am not exaggerating when I say there is literally no sharp edges nor any corners that will jam into you if you stick it in a pocket.
In any case, this 1TB drive will be easy to transport with its smooth, rounded edges and small compact stature.
Though to be fair, you could also say it looks a like lot a miniature bible (especially if you get the black version). While this itty-bitty external drive is called a Passport, it reminds me more of an old fashioned mini-diary that certain groups would carry around with them. Unless you knew it was made by Western Digital, you could easily be forgiven for thinking it was an Apple product. To be blunt, this color scheme looks like a million bucks. While it does come in many color options, mine was the silver and white version. The WD My Passport has always been very stylish – yet surprisingly small – devices and the all new refreshed version of the Essential model is no exception.
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