The 32GB IronKey Keypad 200 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Flash Drive from Kingston is an OS-independent hardware-encrypted USB drive with an alphanumeric keypad for user-friendly PIN access. Built with a capacity of 32GB, it features XTS-AES 256-bit hardware-based encryption and is FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified for military-grade security. On the physical level, its circuits are covered by a layer of epoxy that makes it virtually impossible to remove components without damaging them.

There is also a Multi-PIN option, which lets the keypad be used to create a PIN for admins or users. After ten consecutive failed user login attempts, the drive will lock, and after 10 consecutive failed admin login attempts, Brute Force attack protection will crypto-erase the drive, destroy the data forever, and reset it. Also provided are two levels of Read-Only modes, which can be set depending if you're an admin or a user.

Kingston's IronKey Keypad 200 connects to your host system using a USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 interface that delivers read speeds of up to 145 MB/s and write speeds of up to 115 MB/s. It is powered by an internal rechargeable battery.

32GB Storage Capacity    Max Read Speed: 145 MB/s    Max Write Speed: 115 MB/s    USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 Interface    XTS-AES 256-Bit Hardware Encryption    FIPS 140-3 Level 3 Encryption    Enforced Alphanumeric PIN    Multi-PIN (Admin and User) Option    IP57 Rated    OS Independent

The KP200 now meets the FIPS 140-3 Level 3 military-grade security specifications published by NIST. This is an enhanced version of the FIPS 140-2 specifications that further enhances the drive's security capabilities and tamper-resistance. It includes XTS-AES 256-bit encryption along with Brute Force and BadUSB attack protection with digitally signed firmware. Its circuitry is covered by a layer of special epoxy that makes it virtually impossible to remove components without damaging them; this tough epoxy stops attacks against the semiconductor components.

With the KP200 utilizing a rechargeable battery, the keypad can be used to unlock the drive without using any software, and then plug it into any system that supports a USB-C mass storage device. This gives users the most flexibility across different platform types and operating systems.

Users have the option to set up a User or an Admin/User mode. Admin can be used to restore a User PIN and provide access to the drive should the User PIN be forgotten or if the drive is locked after reaching the maximum of 10 User login attempts.

Both Admin and User can set a session-based Read-Only mode to protect the drive from malware on untrusted systems. Admin can also set a Global Read-Only mode that sets the drive in Read-Only mode until reset.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this come with a backup program to allow backing up one seagate drive to another?

A: The Seagate 5TB Portable USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 External Storage Drive does not come with software. If you want to copy the contents of one drive to another, simply connect both drives to your computer and drag and drop the contents.

Q: 2. Will this work with a mid 2015 MacBook Pro? I need to connect a SanDisk Extreme SSD drive with a USB-C port to my MacBook Pro with Thunderbolt 2. Will it handle the data transfer and power the external drive?

A: This dock will work for this purpose as long as the host computer to which it is connected has a USB-C port. The dock itself will be able to transfer data and power to an external SSD.

Q: 3. Will this work with time machine on catalina?

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

Q: 4. 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: 5. Will I need a different cable to connect the external drive to my brand new 13 inch MacBook Pro M1?

A: No. The LaCie 5TB Rugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C External Hard Drive BH #LASTFR500080 includes a USB Type C to Type C cable which you can use to connect to a Macbook Pro M1.

Q: 6. Whats the difference between usb 3.1 gen 1 type-c vs usb 3.1 gen 1 micro-b?

A: The difference is the connector that is on the drive itself. The USB Type C model has a Type C connector which is more durable and reversible. The USB Micro B variant has a USB 3.0 Micro B connector which is not as good as Type C. The actual speed on the drives is exactly the same.

Q: 7. Where does this plug into in the back of the Mac mini?

A: This dock has a USB type A plug for connection to a Mac Mini.

Q: 8. Can you easily transfer files from USB 2.0 connections, and will 3.0 files transfer easily to 2.0 USB's on computer?

A: USB 3.0 is compatible to USB 2.0. If you have a USB 2.0 port on your computer, you will use the USB 3.0 Type-C to Type-A cable for compatibility. Transferring a file to a 2.0 port will be the same concept as a USB 3.0 port. However, the hard drive will downgrade to a USB 2.0 speed.

Q: 9. Which will be the best match for macBook Pro MacOS 10.14.6? I want to move my catalog of pictures to an external drive.

A: The LaCie 5TB Rugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C External Hard Drive BH #LASTFR500080 is a good match for that, it will work very well for a photo library.

Q: 10. Can I connect the USB-C port to the Mac mini 2020?

A: Yes, you can connect the 5TB Rugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C External Hard Drive to the USB Type C on a Mac Mini 2020.