The 8GB 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 8GB, 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.

8GB 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. Can I transfer my 4K videofiles from Sony FX6 to LaCie when I am out in the forest?

A: Yes, the LaCie 4TB Rugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C External Hard Drive can hold any type of file you need to store.

Q: 2. What's the item number

A: This is the Lacie part number STFR1000800.

Q: 3. Is this compatible with the Samsung T7 shield?

A: The Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD (Black) will not fit in the Kingston Workflow Station USB 3.2 Gen 2 Dock with USB Mini Hub USB bays, but you could use a USB-C to USB-C cable to connect the SSD to the Hub.

Q: 4. 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: 5. What's the actual read speed for the 4TB model? As per their website, "actual data rates may vary depending on... disk capacity". Is there a difference between drive sizes, 5400rpm vs 7200rpm?

A: Drive types, drive capacities, file size, file fragmentations and file types are all a factor when determining read speed, which makes it a very subjective question to those factors.

Q: 6. 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: 7. Is this compatible with an older Mac with Snow Leopard OS?

A: This drive is not preformatted you will need to format it with the file system required for your OS.

Q: 8. can I connect Samsung T5 portable drives?

A: The Kingston Workflow Station is designed to work with memory cards and flash drives and may not work with your Samsung T5.

Q: 9. Can I transfer photos from a memory card to this & later transfer the photos from this to a different hard drive?

A: No, this LaCie 1TB Rugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C External Hard Drive will not work take an SD card reader, it must be connected to a computer to work.

Q: 10. Having hard time connecting 5TB version with ipad pro?

A: If the iPad is not updated to the latest IOS (iPadOS) and or the hard drive is not formatted to one of the following formats g ExFAT, FAT32, HSF+, it would not work.