Types of Cables for WD Hard Drives (USB 3.0)Standard USB 3.0 to SATA CableUsed for connecting internal WD HDD/SSD via a SATA interface to a USB 3.0 port.Often comes with an external power adapter for 3.5″ desktop drives.Example:Sabrent USB 3.0 to SATA AdapterStarTech USB 3.0 to SATA CableWD External Hard Drive Replacement Cable (USB 3.0 Micro-B)Used for WD external hard drives (My Passport, Elements, etc.).Connects via USB 3.0 Micro-B (the rectangular-shaped port on the drive).Example:WD Official Replacement Cable (P/N: 3020062-001)Generic USB 3.0 A to Micro-B CableUSB-C to USB 3.0 Adapter (For Newer WD Drives)Some newer WD drives (like My Passport Ultra) use USB-C.You may need a USB-C to USB-A 3.0 cable if your PC doesn’t have USB-C.
