![]() To get around it, you have to use the provided WD Security app. We tested the 1TB version, but WD sells a 500GB version for $170 and a 750GB drive for $200.Įvery time you connect the Passport Studio to your Mac, you’re greeted by Western Digital’s Unlocker software, which requires you to type in a preset password before you can begin using the drive. ![]() A full digital version of the user’s manual is included on the drive itself, or you can download it from Western Digital’s website. You get the necessary cables (though no FireWire 800 to FireWire 400 cable), along with a Quick Install guide and warranty information. The My Passport Studio comes preformatted for the Mac, so there’s no need to reformat it. The drive has a USB 2.0 port and two FireWire 800 ports, and with a tiny activity light. The drive weighs 0.75 pounds, which doesn’t sound like a lot, but it feels sturdy when you hold it in your hand. Unlike the My Passport Essential’s ( ) plastic exterior, the My Passport Studio is made from anodized aluminum with a black case and silver edges, giving it both a durable build and professional look. Western Digital’s latest My Passport Studio has a solid build and multiple connections, but slow transfer speeds and a preinstalled security app hamstring an otherwise decent drive.
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