Featuring military-grade XTS-AES 256-bit hardware-based encryption, the 256GB IronKey D500S USB Flash Drive from Kingston is designed to keep your important data safe from unauthorized users. At the same time, the water-, dust-, and crush-resistant zinc casing provides you with added peace of mind while traveling with it. The epoxy filled interior also helps to prevent physical tampering with its components.

In addition to supporting complex passwords, you can enable entire passphrases that help to thwart brute-force attacks. Multi-password capabilities provide IT managers and administrators specialized access. Especially sensitive files can be kept in up to two hidden partitions that can only be accessed by authorized users. Connecting the IronKey D500S to your system's USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 port allows you to reach up to 240 MB/s read and 170 MB/s write speeds.

256GB Storage Capacity    USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 Connector    XTS-AES 256-Bit Encryption    Dust, Water & Crush Resistant Casing    Up to 240 MB/s Read Speeds    Up to 170 MB/s Write Speeds    Multi-Password Option | Passphrase Modes    Dual Hidden Partition    Crypto-Erase Password

FIPS 140-3 Level 3 (Pending) certified XTS-AES 256-bit encryption with secure microprocessor upgrades for stronger security. Built-in protections against BadUSB and Brute Force attacks. New drive self-testing upon bootup and detection of over-temperature or voltage conditions leading to drive shutdown.

Enable Admin, User, and One-Time Recovery passwords. Admins can reset a User password and enable a One-Time Recovery password to restore User's access to data if the User password is forgotten.

Select between Complex or Passphrase mode. Passphrases can be complete sentences, multiple words or even lyrics that range from 10 to 128 characters long. An Eye symbol for all entered passwords helps reduce typos.

Admins can create two custom-sized dual hidden partitions for Admin and User for a Hidden File Store to keep data secure and invisible unless properly accessed. Dual Hidden Partitions can provide additional security on untrusted systems or when drive sharing is required.

The Crypto-Erase password feature is for emergencies where a data breach is anticipated. It will wipe encryption keys, delete all data forever, and reset the drive.

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

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is the 256 and 512 gb usb drive compatable with a playstation 5.

A: Yes, however the read and write speeds of the SanDisk 512GB Ultra Flair USB 3.0 Flash Drive would often not be fast enough for gaming. It can be used for media like movies and photos.

Q: 2. Would this work for a ps5?

A: It is possible that it would be compatible as Transcend publishes this statement, "You can easily transfer files among smartphones, computers, and even game consoles!" Which is then followed with this footnote: "Certain requirements must be met for external storage to save games and apps from game consoles. Please check compatibility before use." There is no additional documentation from Transcend on this. For most gaming consoles, they require formatting the storage device before it can be used with said gaming console - the formatting is done from the game console itself.

Q: 3. Is this flash drive in NTFS or Fat32 format?

A: The SanDisk 512GB Ultra Flair USB 3.0 Flash Drive, (B&H # SA512UFU3), ships in FAT32 format.

Q: 4. If I copy pictures from my PC can an editor see those pictures on his Mac?

A: Yes, the Mac will be able to see the picture files as well.

Q: 5. is this driver Waterproof?

A: This flash drive is not specified as waterproof. There are however several offered by Tera on the B&H website. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1471428-REG/tera_grand_sp_u3j80_64gb_silicon_power_usb_3_0.html

Q: 6. Can you store music on this drive and play it on your iphone?

A: Yes, as long as the file format is supported by the phone and the phone has an app for playing that file format.

Q: 7. What's the difference between the SanDisk Flash Drive Luxe and the SanDisk Flash Drive Go?

A: The main difference between this SanDisk 256GB iXpand Flash Drive Luxe and the SanDisk 256GB iXpand Flash Drive Go, B&H # SASDIX60N256, is the USB connection. This Luxe drives uses USB-C while the Go uses USB-A.

Q: 8. Would this work with a samsung Tab S and an OTG cable, i have used other smaller USB's (16GB) but i'm not too sure about something of this size (128GB)?

A: I am sure it would as it works on my Samsung Tab Pro.

Q: 9. Does the drive have an activity light (blinks when reading or writing data)?

A: Yes, this Corsair 256GB Flash Voyager GTX USB 3.1 Flash Drive does have an activity light.

Q: 10. What is the guarantee?

A: This comes with a 5 year manufacturers warranty.