Disco rigido esterno Western Digital 4 TB USB Type-C WDBFTM0040BSL-WESN

The Western Digital My Passport Ultra external hard drive (4TB, USB Type-C) provides high-capacity portable storage in a slim metal enclosure designed to match modern PCs. Preformatted for Windows 10 and compatible with USB-C devices, the drive includes a USB 3.0 adapter for backward compatibility. It supports automatic backups and content import through WD Discovery software and offers password protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption. The drive comes in a silver finish, weighs approximately 0.23 kg, and includes a 3-year limited warranty.

Advantages

The My Passport Ultra delivers up to 4TB of storage in a compact anodized metal case, combining durable design with portable capacity. USB-C connectivity (USB 3.2 Gen 1 / USB 3.0 compatible) enables fast data transfers, while the included USB 3.0 adapter ensures compatibility with older systems. Built-in WD Discovery and WD Backup software simplify scheduled backups and content import from social and cloud services. Hardware-based 256-bit AES encryption and password protection help secure your files. The drive is Windows-ready out of the box and offers an NTFS driver option for macOS users.

Suitable for

• Backing up large photo and video collections
• Storing music libraries and document archives
• Portable off-site backups and file transport between PCs
• Users who need password-protected hardware encryption

Key specifications

• Capacity: 4 TB
• Interface: USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1 / USB 3.1 Gen 1) with USB 3.0 adapter
• Encryption: 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection
• Compatibility: Formatted for Windows 10; NTFS driver available for macOS via WD Discovery
• Weight: ~0.23 kg
• Colour: Silver
• Warranty: 3-year limited warranty

How to use

Connect the My Passport Ultra to your computer using the included USB Type-C cable; if your computer only has USB-A ports, use the supplied USB 3.0 adapter. For Windows 10 systems the drive is plug-and-play. Install WD Discovery to enable WD Backup, import content from supported cloud or social accounts, and access drive management tools such as reformatting and LED control. To set automatic backups, open WD Backup, select folders to protect and choose an hourly, daily or monthly schedule.

Recommendations

Use the drive as a regular backup target and maintain at least one additional copy of critical data. Enable password protection and 256-bit AES hardware encryption if storing sensitive files. Safely eject the drive before disconnecting to avoid file corruption.