Western Digital today announced their new My Passport Elite line of USB portable hard drives.

The My Passport Elite drives weight 5 ounces and will be available with 250 GB ($169.99) and 320 GB ($199.99) storage, more than enough storage for the professional on the go.

“Your digital content is as personal today as photos in shoeboxes and racks of CDs were yesterday,” said Jim Welsh, vice president and general manager of WD’s branded products and consumer electronics groups. “The device that securely holds your content should be just as personal. Having listened to our customers, we are expanding the options available on our WD Passport family of personal storage devices with more features, content management functions and fashionable design.”

Full Feature List:
• USB powered for ease of use
• Automatic backup software
• Western Digital Synchronization software (Windows only)
• Plug-and-play capability with Xbox and PS3 gaming consoles
• Secure with 128-bit encryption (Windows only)
• MioNet software built-in for easy remote access
• Stylish new slim design with capacity gauge
• Available in 250 GB ($169.99) and 320 GB ($199.99) capacities
• Limited five-year warranty

The drives are available http://www.shopwd.com