How is it different from other WD drives sold for 99$?

The 99 dollar models transfer on my computer at around 90 MB sec, bought this USB-c model without realizing it was different, only transfers at 35 MB sec on same computer, considerably slower for more money, stay away.

What cable will I need to get to connect this to a usb3 port?

Requires a USB-C cable. I purchased one for $10 at my local computer store.

Can I boot from this drive on a mac? In other words, is it bootable?

Yes, if you format the drive in Mac native format, and use a clone application like Bombich Carbon Copy Cloner (CCC), the external drive should be bootable on your Mac. You have to have macOS copied over, for it to be bootable. You hold down the option key when booting, to get a boot device selection menu during the boot.

Good to use with a crome pixelbook (chrome os) ?

The short answer is YES. You will need to format the external hard drive through your files (blue) folder. However, before doing that, connect the external drive to your USB port and try to save a file to the hard drive. If it works fine, then you don't need to reformat. Hope that helps.

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WD 5TB My Passport Ultra for Mac Silver, Portable External Hard Drive, backup software with defense against ransomware, and password protection, USB-C and USB 3.1 - WDBPMV0050BSL-WESN

Product ID: 165341099

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Brand
Western
Color
Silver
Compatible Devices
MAC
Connectivity Technology
USB
Digital Storage Capacity
5 TB
Hard Disk Description
Portable

⚡USB-C & USB 3.1 blazing speed

💾5TB massive storage

🔒256-bit AES hardware encryption

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Description

💼 Secure your digital empire with style and speed!

SLEEK METAL DESIGN - A refined silver finish that perfectly complements your Mac’s aesthetic.
MASSIVE 5 TB STORAGE - Carry your entire digital life effortlessly with ultra-high capacity.
PLUG PLAY MAC READY - Out-of-the-box macOS and Time Machine compatibility for instant backup.
NEXT GEN USB C USB 3 1 - Experience lightning-fast data transfers that keep up with your hustle.
MILITARY GRADE ENCRYPTION - Sleep easy knowing your files are protected by 256-bit AES hardware encryption.

The WD 5TB My Passport Ultra for Mac is a portable external hard drive designed specifically for Mac users, featuring a sleek metal enclosure, 5TB of storage, and fast USB-C/USB 3.1 connectivity. It offers robust 256-bit AES hardware encryption and comes pre-formatted for macOS with Time Machine support, making it an ideal solution for professionals seeking secure, high-capacity, and stylish backup storage.

Specifications

ASIN	B07WZYM7RQ
Additional Features	Hardware Encryption, Portable
Best Sellers Rank	#31 in External Hard Drives
Brand	Western Digital
Built-In Media	My Passport Ultra for Mac portable storage, Quick Start Guide, USB 3.0 cable
Cache Memory Installed Size	5
Color	Silver
Compatible Devices	MAC
Connectivity Technology	USB
Customer Package Type	Standard Packaging
Customer Reviews	4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (7,910)
Data Transfer Rate	2.5 megabytes_per_second
Digital Storage Capacity	5 TB
Enclosure Material	Metal
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Global Trade Identification Number	00718037871561
Hard Disk Description	Portable
Hard Disk Form Factor	2.5 inches
Hard Disk Interface	USB 3.0
Hard Disk Rotational Speed	1 rpm
Hard-Drive Size	5 TB
Hardware Connectivity	USB 3.0, USB Type C
Hardware Platform	Mac
Installation Type	External Hard Drive
Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness	4.33"L x 3.21"W x 0.83"Th
Item Type Name	HDD
Item Weight	8.1 ounces
Manufacturer	Western Digital Technologies, Inc.
Media Speed	150 MB/s
Mfr Part Number	WDBPMV0050BSL-WESN
Model Name	My Passport Ultra for Mac
Model Number	WDBPMV0050BSL-WESN
Number of Items	1
Specific Uses For Product	business, personal
UPC	718037871561
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	3-year limited warranty

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