There's pre-installed software contained on the My Passport 2TB, including WD Drive Utilities (Diagnostics, Sleep Timer, Drive Erase), the WD Security app for hardware encryption, and WD SmartWare. Not that the My Passport lacks versatility altogether. This drive is highly flexible in terms of interface options, thanks to its interchangeable USM adapter. On the other hand, if your decision hinges on versatility and future-proofing, then Western Digital’s offering falls down here, and you should be looking at an alternative such as the Seagate Backup Plus. If you're content with limiting yourself solely to a USB interface, then this shouldn't be a major issue, obviously. There's a supplied cable to use with the drive's USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 port, but as far as connectivity goes, that's about it – the My Passport 2TB doesn't support FireWire 800 like the My Passport Studio. There's a USB Micro-B port at the rear of the drive alongside an activity indicator that flashes intermittent bursts of white light whenever the drive's in use. As was the case with the My Passport Studio, an embossed WD logo on the lid is noticeable but doesn't detract from the drive's aesthetics. Its plastic chassis sports a pleasingly smooth matte finish on its edges and underside, which contrasts nicely with the dotted pattern that adorns the lid. That isn't to say that the My Passport device is an eyesore – far from it. (opens in new tab)The My Passport takes most of its design cues from Western Digital’s My Passport Studio, feeling appreciably sturdy thanks to its compact size and smooth rounded edges, though the latter's anodised aluminium chassis accounts for a slightly heavier and overall more attractive final product. Weighing a scant 220g, you can easily toss it into your bag or chinos without adding any noticeable heft. However, assuming you haven't travelled to every single country on the planet, it's a bit chunkier than your average passport at 2cm thick.
The My Passport 2TB is, true to its name, roughly the size of a passport.