Set / Remove password with different software?

is it possible to set/remove the password of a My passport drive without needing to use WD Security installed via WD Discovery?

Also can it be unlocked without admin privs?

In context of limited access, WD Discovery can’t be installed at all.

Hi @beginner,

Have you opened a Support Case? If not opened, for more information, please contact the WD Technical Support team for the best assistance and troubleshooting:

You should know that WD Security, installed through WD Discovery, is the recommended way. However, you can still format the drive.
Check this resource.