--- product_id: 163899676 title: "WD 5TB My Passport for Mac, Navy, Portable External Hard Drive with backup software and password protection, USB 3.1/USB 3.0 compatible - WDBA2F0050BBL-WESN" brand: "western digital" price: "R9028" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Western Digital" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/163899676-wd-5tb-my-passport-for-mac-navy-portable-external-hard store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # USB 3.1/3.0 super-speed connectivity 5TB vast storage hardware encryption & password protection WD 5TB My Passport for Mac, Navy, Portable External Hard Drive with backup software and password protection, USB 3.1/USB 3.0 compatible - WDBA2F0050BBL-WESN **Brand:** western digital **Price:** R9028 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💼 Your Mac’s ultimate travel companion for secure, stylish storage. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** WD 5TB My Passport for Mac, Navy, Portable External Hard Drive with backup software and password protection, USB 3.1/USB 3.0 compatible - WDBA2F0050BBL-WESN by western digital - **How much does it cost?** R9028 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/163899676-wd-5tb-my-passport-for-mac-navy-portable-external-hard) ## Best For - western digital enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted western digital brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact & Durable:** Slim metal enclosure fits in your palm and travels as hard as you do. - • **Next-Level Security:** Built-in hardware encryption and password protection keep your data fortress-tight. - • **Massive 5TB Capacity:** Store your entire digital life—photos, videos, docs—without compromise. - • **Smart Backup Software:** Automated device management and ransomware defense keep your files safe and sound. - • **Seamless Mac-Ready Design:** Plug-and-play with Mac and USB-C for effortless, stylish connectivity. ## Overview The WD 5TB My Passport for Mac is a portable external hard drive designed specifically for Mac users, featuring a sleek navy metal design, USB 3.1/3.0 compatibility, and a massive 5TB capacity. It includes hardware encryption and password protection for enhanced security, plus backup software with ransomware defense. Compact and lightweight, it offers reliable, high-capacity storage with fast data transfer speeds up to 130 MB/s, perfect for Time Machine backups and on-the-go professionals. ## Description Every journey needs a passport. The My Passport for Mac drive is trusted, portable storage that perfectly complements your on-the-go lifestyle. Compatible with USB-C and USB-A, the My Passport for Mac drive comes equipped to connect with today's latest technology. With a stylish design that fits in the palm of your hand, there's space to store, organize, and share all the photos, videos, music and documents that fill your life. Perfectly paired with backup software and password protection, the My Passport for Mac drive helps keep your files safe and your life Driving forward. ChromeOS - May require reformatting for other operating systems and Compatibility may vary depending on user’s hardware configuration and operating system. Review: Lots of storage for the size - I bought this to use as my Time Machine backup drive for my MacBook Pro, and it’s been exactly what I needed. It was easy to set up, works well with the Mac, and gives me plenty of space for regular backups without having to think about it too much. That’s really what I wanted from it. Plug it in, let Time Machine do its thing, and know I’ve got a proper backup if anything goes wrong. It’s also compact enough that it doesn’t take up much room on the desk or feel like some big external drive hanging off the laptop. I also like that it doesn’t need a separate power source, so there’s no extra power brick or cable to deal with. It’s not the fastest thing in the world compared to an SSD, but for Time Machine backups it doesn’t need to be. It’s reliable, has loads of storage, and does the job quietly in the background. Review: Highly recommended! - Awesome hard drive! Works well and has lots of space to put your information. ## Features - Designed for Mac. - Slim durable design to help take your important files with you. - Mac-ready and USB-C compatible for effortless connectivity and functionality. - Vast capacities up to 6TB[1] to store your photos, videos, music, important documents and more. - Back up smarter with included device management software[2] with defense against ransomware. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07VX8HHFK | | Additional Features | Hardware Encryption, Portable | | Best Sellers Rank | #76 in External Hard Drives | | Brand | Western Digital | | Built-In Media | My Passport for Mac portable hard drive, Software[2] for device management and backup with password protection, Quick install guide, SuperSpeed USB-A cable (5Gbps), USB-A to USB-C adapter | | Cache Memory Installed Size | 5 | | Color | Navy | | Compatible Devices | Desktop, Laptop | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 3,373 Reviews | | Data Transfer Rate | 1 Megabytes Per Second | | Digital Storage Capacity | 5 TB | | Enclosure Material | Metal | | Form Factor | 2.5-inch | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00718037871776 | | Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk | | Hard Disk Form Factor | 2.5 Inches | | Hard Disk Interface | USB 3.2 | | Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 5 | | Hard-Drive Size | 5 TB | | Hardware Connectivity | USB 3.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1 | | Hardware Platform | Mac | | Installation Type | External Hard Drive | | Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 4.22"L x 2.95"W x 0.75"Th | | Item Weight | 7.4 Ounces | | Manufacturer | Western Digital Technologies, Inc. | | Mfr Part Number | WDBA2F0050BBL-WESN | | Model Name | My Passport for Mac | | Model Number | WDBA2F0050BBL-WESN | | Number of Items | 1 | | Read Speed | 130 Megabytes Per Second | | Special Feature | Hardware Encryption , Portable | | Specific Uses For Product | business, personal | | UPC | 718037871776 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | 3-year manufacturer's limited warranty | ## Product Details - **Brand:** WD - **Color:** Navy - **Compatible Devices:** Desktop, Laptop - **Connectivity Technology:** USB - **Digital Storage Capacity:** 5 TB - **Hard Disk Description:** Mechanical Hard Disk - **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 2.5 Inches - **Hard Disk Interface:** USB 3.2 - **Installation Type:** External Hard Drive - **Special Feature:** Hardware Encryption, Portable ## Images ![WD 5TB My Passport for Mac, Navy, Portable External Hard Drive with backup software and password protection, USB 3.1/USB 3.0 compatible - WDBA2F0050BBL-WESN - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51awl+GOA2L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lots of storage for the size *by C***Y on May 26, 2026* I bought this to use as my Time Machine backup drive for my MacBook Pro, and it’s been exactly what I needed. It was easy to set up, works well with the Mac, and gives me plenty of space for regular backups without having to think about it too much. That’s really what I wanted from it. Plug it in, let Time Machine do its thing, and know I’ve got a proper backup if anything goes wrong. It’s also compact enough that it doesn’t take up much room on the desk or feel like some big external drive hanging off the laptop. I also like that it doesn’t need a separate power source, so there’s no extra power brick or cable to deal with. It’s not the fastest thing in the world compared to an SSD, but for Time Machine backups it doesn’t need to be. It’s reliable, has loads of storage, and does the job quietly in the background. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly recommended! *by J***G on May 17, 2026* Awesome hard drive! Works well and has lots of space to put your information. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Buen producto *by C***O on May 30, 2026* Hasta el momento el disco se ha comportado muy bien, no he tenido ninguna falla. 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