Secure your critical data while traveling with the 16TB diskAshur2 Encrypted Portable SSD from iStorage. In addition to sporting a blue IP56-rated exterior, the internal processor delivers full disk AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption with a key protected by FIPS PUB 197 and Common Criteria validated wrapping algorithms. Meanwhile, the 16TB SSD delivers up to 362 MB/s read and 358 MB/s write speeds.

The wear-resistant keypad supports 7 to 15-digit user and admin independent PINs and features a polymer coating that both protects the keys while hiding their usage. Designed to be OS and host independent, the diskAshur2 works with most devices with a USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 port. A protective carrying case is included.

16TB Capacity    AES-XTS 256-Bit Encryption    FIPS PUB 197 Validated    Up to 362 MB/s Read Speed    Up to 358 MB/s Write Speed    Wear-Resistant Keypad    IP56 Rated Water & Dust-Resistant    Integrated USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 Host Cable    Plug & Play    Includes Carrying Case

Internal components are covered with a layer of epoxy resin, which is virtually impossible to remove without causing significant damage. The drive is also designed to be tamper evident, making it obvious if it has been pried open and or otherwise tampered with.

The diskAshur2 has been certified to IP56, meaning the drive is dust and waterproof.

Ideal for corporate and government deployment, if a user forgets their PIN, the drive can be unlocked using the admin PIN. Then the administrator can allow the user to set a new PIN.

Both the admin and user can configure the diskAshur2 as a read only (write protect) drive. If configured by the admin, the drive cannot be modified or disabled by the user.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. would this SSD have any problem being the bootable drive for my older 2017 iMac? heat? etc

A: The WD 2TB My Passport SSD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Portable SSD (Red) would be ideal to be used as a boot drive for an older 2017 iMac.

Q: 2. What is the difference between the iStorage diskAshur IS-DAP2-256-SSD-8000-C-G and IS-DAP2-256-SSD-8000-C-X? C-G and C-X?

A: IS-DAP2-256-SSD-8000-C-G features a FIPS 140-2 Level 2 certification, whereas IS-DAP2-256-SSD-8000-C-X is FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certified.

Q: 3. Can this SSD be formatted to NTFS? Thanks.

A: Yes, the WD 2TB My Passport SSD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Portable SSD can be formatted to NTFS.

Q: 4. What is the write endurance of the drive?

A: WD does not specify the drive endurance of this model.

Q: 5. Is this drive classified as Enterprise-class storage?

A: The Seagate 2TB One Touch USB 3.2 Gen 2 External SSD is not a enterprise-class storage drive.

Q: 6. Can I connect this to my iphone 12 promax and download all videos only as I take them and later connect to my macbook pro for FCP editing?

A: Sorry, this will not be able to connect to a phone. It is for a computer.

Q: 7. How do you get the full 1000mb/s write speed? Do you need a specific cable?

A: The My Passport SSD comes with 2 Cables a.USB Type-C Cable b.USB Type-C to Type-A Cable Either cable supports the max transfer rate. The SSD may slow down a bit if it overheats due to high demand for a lengthy period. Make sure the Type C cables you use are for data transfer not just battery charging.

Q: 8. Blackmagic recommends Samsung T5 for recording to their URSA Mini G2. With its discontinuation, will this version work?

A: The Samsung T5 USB-C SSD drives have been replaced with the T7 shield. We do not recommend the Samsung 2TB T5 EVO USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable SSD. Samsung 4TB T7 Shield Portable SSD (Black) BH #SAMUPE4T0SA

Q: 9. Would I have to reformat the drive to backup (Time Machine) my MacBook Pro?

A: The Samsung 4TB T5 EVO USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable SSD, B&H # SAMUPH4T0SAM, will require you to reformat the drive to use it with Apple's Time Machine.

Q: 10. Is it compatible for playback on NVIDIA SHIELD Android TV Pro HDR 4K UHD Streaming Media Player?

A: If drive is formatted to FAT32, exFAT, NTFS, or HFS+ file systems, then yes.