What reliable software can add password protection to access the drive?
1445527
The most reliable way software is probably TrueCrypt. It is for free and also open source which is a security plus. Their site has instructions on how to use it for a usb drive.
1107642
As long as your computer equipment has the appropriate usb driver program installed (most do) it should work. A more pressing concern might be whether or not you choose to password protect or encrypt the files to prevent loss of privacy in the event the drive is lost or stolen. I haven't personally explored this function on the drive.
1632367
supposed to be...the laptop I was replacing the hard drive on wouldn't let me past the password point....I bought the laptop brand new and never set a password..so can't really say...sorry
1852488
As long as I have been around computers, I don't know what "a write protected software" is. It has some basic protections for who accesses the folders, password protection and such, but I'm not sure if that's what you mean. I have not formatted the drive, it worked fine out of the box. Do take note of the few people who complained of the interior of the drive pulling out of the aluminum casing. That has not happened to me, but I thought I'd pass it along. Sorry I can't be of more help with the question... Maybe if you restate it we can help. :)
1770071
That's exactly how I'm using the drive. I do a scheduled backup of changes to specific dirs to the drive using USB.
430595
the password can be anything you want it to be. I'm not sure if that's helpful for your question.
1833580
Once you eject the drive it is encrypted again even though it remains plugged in to the USB slot. I don't think you can log out of the encryption without logging out the drive.
341604
Thre is a much simplier way to do it. There is a program called UNLOCKER. Its a free download, best place to get it is CNET downloads. It will monitor your system or can put in the right click menu when accessing files. It will 'unlock' whatever issue you are having. You can even move files with it to different locations or if you are trying to delete files, it will do it too. Great peice of software and I highly recommend.
967865
Is there any software on the internal memory that will be erased if I format the drive?
182723
Yes. It's easy to setup since the drive operates independently from either Windows or Mac.
1117021
If you mean if your data can get stolen off this drive then yes. You have to encrypt all your files if you want to keep them unobtainable. If you mean it carry a virus then yes again. Like any drive it is up to your antivirus software to protect you from vicious files that can cause your computer harm. Always Scan your drive if you loaned it to someone or see something on there you don't remember adding.
522970
The Western Digital software that you download to help you to access the drive does have a back up protocol in it. This is the best system for a home user or small business user to buy, whether they use a Windows based or Apple based operating system.
1714036
The drive do not come with build in firmware encryption. It is like a regular fast speed SSD 512gb drive. I use a Windows 7 bit blocker and other encryption software.
1649459
Yes. It has a gasket that would keep water out. It also prevents the keys from inadverently being pushed as the device will erase itself after several incorrect pass code attempts. It was great while it worked, I've stopped using it as I've had it fail to accept my pass code and auto erase. I back my stuff up but it gets irritating. I have the aegis external hard drive version that I prefer over this small jump drive. I used to wear it around my neck and always had access to my documents which was nice but the hard drive version is easy enough to transport
1714035
It has no encryption or password protection built-in. You want a Data Traveler Locker drive for that.
1243196
Using the Transcend Elite software bundled, you can use the built-in encryption to protect files and folders created on the storage device. Search for "Transcend Elite Software" on Youtube for more instructional information. Hope that helps.
872653
It has password protection for both, wireless and USB connectivity. For WiFi you' dprotect it like any wifi hub. Connecting via cable allows to define a password for the Map Drive functionality. Not sure what happens if somebody would get hold of the drive, remove it and drop it into a drive dock, though...