Connect this portable drive to your PC for an instant storage upgrade. WD Elements is the ideal companion for taking important files with you on the go.
Along with the portable hard drive, you get a quick install guide and a SuperSpeed USB-A cable (5Gbps) to effortlessly connect your device and transport your files.
Available in capacities up to 5TB, take your photos, videos, music and other files wherever you go.
Get your computer moving again by transferring files to your WD Elements drive.
With USB 3.0 connectivity, transfer files to and from your WD Elements portable drive with ease.
Simply connect the WD Elements Portable to your device with the included cable to start transferring your files.
WD Elements Portable | WD Elements Desktop | WD My Book Desktop | My Passport HDD | My Passport Ultra HDD | |
Capacity Up To | 5TB | 22TB | 22TB | 5TB | 5TB |
Backup Software | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Great for | Plug-and-play storage | Plug-and-play storage | Secure back up | Secure back up | Secure back up |
Interface | SuperSpeed USB 3.0/2.0 | SuperSpeed USB 3.0/2.0 | SuperSpeed USB 3.0/2.0 | SuperSpeed USB 3.0/2.0 | USB-C and USB 3.1 compatible |
Compatibility | Windows; Mac w/Reformat | Windows; Mac w/Reformat | Windows; Mac w/Reformat | Windows; Mac w/Reformat | Windows; Mac w/Reformat |
Hardware Encryption | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Password Protection | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Will this drive [Elements Portable] work with my Xbox or PS4? What about my Mac or PC?
Yes, however, it’s best suited for PC or Mac. For the best gaming experience, we recommend the WD_BLACK P10, which is designed for optimal compatibility with Xbox/PS5/PS4.
I'm not computer savvy, is the set-up easy?
Setup is simple! Plug the drive into a USB Type-A 3.0 or 2.0 port using the included USB Type-A cable and open your device’s file manager, such as File Explorer or Finder.
Do you need a battery for the drive to work?
The drive is powered by your PC. There is no battery or battery replacement to worry about.
What needs to be done to format this device for mac?
To easily reformat to Mac, plug in the drive, open your Mac’s Disk Utility application, and follow the steps from there. Please note, this will erase any data on the drive.