Technical Details Capacity: 1 TB | Color: Black Dual USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility Connectivity today; speed for tomorrow Up to 3x faster transfer rates with USB 3.0 Maximum capacity Automatic, continuous backup Hardware encryption, password protection Product Description Capacity: 1 TB | Color: Black From the Manufacturer My Passport Essential SE – Next generation high-capacity storage to go. Put your digital life on the stylish, maximum capacity My Passport® Essential™ SE portable hard drive. With WD quality and USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 connectivity, this drive is designed for today with tomorrow in mind. WD quality inside and outMy Passport portable drives are the world’s best selling drives. There’s a reason. We’ve been making hard drives for 20 years and we know how to protect your data. USB 3.0 plus USB 2.0 A single drive with universal compatibility today and next-generation speed for tomorrow. Use it with USB 2.0 now and step up to USB 3.0 speed when you’re ready. High capacity in a smaller driveMassive capacity in this small, stylish drive that is powered directly from the USB port on your PC. No separate power supply is needed. Dual USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 interface- A single drive with universal compatibility today and next-generation speed for tomorrow. Use it with USB 2.0 now and step up to USB 3.0 speed when you're ready. Up to 3x faster transfer rates - When connected to a USB 3.0 port this drive lets you access and save files up to 3 times faster than USB 2.0. Transfer a 2-hour HD movie in just 5 minutes instead of 13 minutes.*WD quality inside and out - For over 20 years, millions of people worldwide have trusted their data to WD hard drives. We are successful because we understand the importance of your data and our first concern is keeping that data safe. Maximum capacity - Store all your favorite photos, music, movies, and important files on this high capacity, portable drive. WD SmartWare™ software - You're in control of your backup. Install all the features, select just the components you need, or if you prefer, choose not to use the software at all. Automatic, continuous backup - Works quietly in the background to protect your data using minimal PC resources. Whenever you add or change a file it's instantly backed up. Password protection for privacy - Gain peace of mind knowing that your data is protected from unauthorized access with password protection and encryption. USB-powered - Powered directly from the USB port on your PC. No separate power supply is needed. Planet friendly - We designed a small box that uses recycled material and minimizes waste. We encourage you to recycle it. Ideal for Connecting with your USB 2.0 port today and using with USB 3.0 when you're ready Transferring files up to three times faster when connected to a USB 3.0 port Protecting your data with automatic, continuous backup Adding extra storage space for photos, videos and music Securing private or sensitive data with password protection and hardware encryption What's in the boxPortable hard drive, USB cable, WD SmartWare software, Quick Install Guide. CompatibilityFormatted NTFSWindows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows 7Mac OS® X Leopard®, Snow Leopard™ (requires reformatting and will work in USB 2.- mode)Note: Compatibility may vary depending on user's hardware configuration and operating system.