Pros
- Very good performer
- Huge capacity in a small package
Cons
- USB only
- Won't fit in Elite docking port
Bottom Line
This palm-size (though thicker than usual) 1TB USB drive performed well. The included WD SmartWare software is nicely designed, too.
Manufacturer’s Description
The Western Digital popular portable drive now features more capacity than ever to store all the important memories of your digital life. It also includes automatic, continuous backup and password protection. Maximum capacity, maximum style - store all your favorite videos, music, photos, and important files. It also has drive lock to give you peace of mind knowing that your data is protected from unauthorized access or theft with password protection. Still sleek and compact, you can load it up and take it with you anywhere.
The Specs
| Pricing | |
|---|---|
| Part Number | BABM0010BBK |
| Ports and Connections | |
| Available Interfaces | USB 2.0 |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty information | 1 Year |
Performance
| PC World Test Center | |
|---|---|
| Interface tested | USB 2.0 |
| External Performance, Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (64 bit) | |
|---|---|
| Install OpenOffice.org 3.1 | 51 seconds |
| Uninstall OpenOffice.org 3.1 | 68.3 seconds |
| Copy Large File Read, 3.68 GB | 108.1 seconds |
| Copy Files & Folders Write, 3.68 GB | 141.1 seconds |
| Copy Files Read, 3.68 GB | 127.2 seconds |
| Malware Scan | 523.1 seconds |
| Copy Large File Write, 3.68 GB | 118.3 seconds |
| System Power, Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (64 bit) | |
|---|---|
| Copy Large File Read, 3.68 GB | 85.5 watts |
| Malware Scan | 95.6 watts |
| Copy Files & Folders Write, 3.68 GB | 85.1 watts |
| Copy Large File Write, 3.68 GB | 85.6 watts |
| System Work State | 90.2 watts |
| System Idle State | 80.1 watts |
| Install OpenOffice.org 3.1 | 87.2 watts |
| Uninstall OpenOffice.org 3.1 | 85.9 watts |
| Copy Files & Folders Read, 3.68 GB | 85 watts |
| System Sleep State | 79.6 watts |
