Typical price: £89
What is it: Portable external USB hard drive with 80GB storage
What we think: A fast, easy, inexpensive way to take and transfer large files on the road
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 24 August 2005
Tags: Western Digital, Western Digital Passport portable drive (80GB), USB ports, edge, AC adaptor
We like:
Low price; speedy; compact; attractive design; super-easy installation; no power adaptor required with most computers
We don't like:
Doesn't include a carrying case; lacks software utilities
You might also need:
An AC adaptor if your USB bus lacks power
CNET UK judgement:
The Western Digital WD Passport is a fast, easy, inexpensive way to take and transfer large files on the road
Full review:
Extra weight added to your travel bag means a heavier burden to carry -- so everything in your pack should be well worth the load. The Western Digital Passport portable USB 2.0 drive -- available in 40GB, 60GB and 80GB capacities -- is one of those worthy additions, offering a compact design, fast performance and ample storage space for a low price. We recommend it to anyone who needs affordable storage on the go, except those who can't deal with its lack of a carrying case and software utilities. Continue Reading...
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