The drive comes with two separate programs that you can install if you so wish – WD Drive Utilities and WD Security, both have their advantages.
WD Drive Utilities
This software is designed to keep your drive performing at its best by running diagnostics, managing the power settings, and more.
Once installed you can run various tests on the drive, including S.M.A.R.T. tests, quick tests and even a complete drive test (which takes a long time). All these tools are very useful to keep a check on the health of your drive.
There is also a Sleep Timer setting which enables you to set a time limit on when the drive will go into sleep mode.
You can quickly and easily erase the drive too.
WD Security
WD Security enables you to protect your drive with a password and 256-bit hardware-based encryption.
When you first run WD Security, you are asked to enter a password and a password hint. You can also choose to auto unlock the drive for your user account.
You can also make changes to your selection, but only after you have entered your password.
Unlocking the drive is simple – just type in your password.
And now you have access to the drive.
