Securely store and access data via the 4TB SecureDrive DUO USB 3.1 Gen 1 Hardware-Encrypted External Hard Drive from Secure Data. Designed for security-intensive applications, this hard drive features a 4TB storage capacity and 256-bit XTS-AES hardware encryption and is FIPS 140-2 Level 3 compliant. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface allows for transfer speeds up to 355 MB/s. An ergonomically designed 10+1 keypad allows for secure authentication; users can also be authenticated wirelessly via Bluetooth and a mobile app for iOS and Android.

Security measures include complete drive reset, bad USB port immunity, read-only mode, remote wiping, and an epoxy compound around the encryption module to prevent physical tampering. Furthermore, auto-locking parameters can be set trigger after 1 to 60 minutes of inactivity or when a host device is moved more than 9.8' from the drive. Bus powered, this drive physically connects to hosts via included USB-A and C cables. RoHS, FCC, and CE certified, this hard drive is also TAA and HIPPA compliant. The SecureDrive DUO is compatible with Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, Linux, thin clients, embedded systems, VMware, and Citrix and requires no drivers. It works with iOS and Android devices via a dedicated app, as well as subscription-based remote management SaaS, available separately. A 1-year license for DriveSecure ESET Antivirus is included.

4TB Storage Capacity    USB 3.1 Gen 1    Up to 355 MB/s Data Transfer Speed    Bus-Powered    Includes USB-A and C Cables    256-Bit XTS-AES Hardware Encryption    FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Compliant    Compatible with iOS & Android    Works with Windows, Mac, Linux & More

• FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Compliant
• TAA, HIPAA, and CMMC Compliant
• XTS-AES 256-bit hardware encryption
• Authentication via keypad, smartphone or Apple Watch
• Works with iOS and Android
• Data erasure via Drive Reset meets NIST SP-800-88 standards
• Reboot delay allows for easy use as a boot device
• Brute Force Anti-Hacking safeguard deletes hardware key after 10 failed attempts
• Remote wipe, recover PIN, and use biometrics to unlock using the phone app
• Read-only mode
• Inactivity and step away auto lock
• Self-destruct and recovery PIN for managed drives
• No drivers needed
• Works with Windows, MacOS, Linux, Chrome, thin clients, embedded systems, VMware, and Citrix
• Works with legacy equipment, scanners, printers, and medical equipment
• Thin, aircraft-grade extruded aluminum case
• Wear-resistant keypad prevents patterns after long periods of use
• Epoxy-coated cryptologic module prevents access to encryption key
• Compatible with Remote Management subscription-based SaaS, available separately
• Preloaded with a 1-year license for DriveSecurity ESET Antivirus

USB 3.1 Gen 1 features a maximum throughput of 5 Gb/s and is synonymous with USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 3.0.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Which is it? USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C or USB 3.0 Type-C?

A: Both. After USB-C came out, usb 3.0 is being referred to as usb 3.1 gen 1 (5gbps) while the usb 3.1 gen 2 is (10gbps). Either way, regardless of how it is named, its USB-c that could have theoretically (5gbps) data transfer.

Q: 2. Will I need to purchase a separate cable to use with a brand new 13 inch MacBook Pro M1?

A: No, this item come with the needed USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C Cable required to connect to your new 13 inch MacBook Pro M1.

Q: 3. Is this device compatible with my MacBook Air OS 11.4?

A: The hardware is compatible, however it may first require formatting to be recognized using Disk Utility in MacOS.

Q: 4. can i use this hard drive for regular microsoft laptop as well as apple Macbook, to drag the files inside and take them out freely?

A: Yes, you can reformat the drive exFAT to use between Mac and Windows.

Q: 5. Is this fast enough to edit video files from? If powered from USB-C, does it go to sleep randomly when rendering?

A: You could edit off of this drive but I wouldn't recommend it as the speeds are too slow to allow for smooth and responsive editing.

Q: 6. will this work with a late 2015 i-mac with Monterey OS?

A: No, this LaCie 4TB Rugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C External Hard Drive, would no work with a 2015 iMac.

Q: 7. Will this work with time machine on catalina?

A: As others have said, yes you can use this drive with Catalina.

Q: 8. What's involved in installing this on a Windows 10 laptop?

A: The LaCie 2TB Rugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C External Hard Drive comes pre-formatted for Windows and Mac compatibility.

Q: 9. Is the 5T Rugged USB 3.1 compatible with Chromebooks and their OS?

A: You may need to format the drive, but it should be compatible with Chrome OS.

Q: 10. Can I use this external hard drive to hold my 4K footage that I am editing on my iMac and Premiere Pro CC or do I HAVE to get an External Hard Drive that has faster speed???

A: While the LaCie 5TB Rugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C External Hard Drive has fast 130 MB/s transfer speed, there are other drives that are better suited for editing. Please reach out to us via email or phone for recommendations.