How to Set Password on WD External Hard Drive

Setting a password on your WD external hard drive adds an extra layer of security to protect your important data from unauthorized access. Here are the steps to set a password on your WD external hard drive:

1. Connect your WD external hard drive to your computer.
2. Open the WD Security application that comes pre-installed on the drive.
3. Click on the 'Set Password' option.
4. Enter a strong password that you will remember but others cannot easily guess.
5. Confirm the password by entering it again.
6. Choose a password hint to help you remember the password in case you forget it.
7. Click on 'Set Password' to save the changes.
8. Your WD external hard drive is now password protected.

Make sure to safely eject the drive from your computer after setting the password to ensure the changes are saved properly. With a password set, your data on the WD external hard drive is secure from unauthorized access.