Secure your critical data with the green 1TB diskAshur3 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Encrypted Portable Hard Drive from iStorage. Supporting three AES 256-bit encryption modes with pending FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certification this portable 1TB hard drive delivers military-grade protection while providing up to 171 MB/s read and 148 MB/s write speeds.

The wear-resistant backlit keypad supports 8 to 64-digit PINs and features an epoxy coating that protects the keys while hiding their usage. Designed to be OS and host independent, the diskAshur3 works with most USB 3.2 Gen 1 compatible devices using the included USB-C and USB-A cables. A convenient carrying case is included alongside one-year licenses for Nero BackItUp and iStorage DriveSecurity software.

1TB Capacity    AES 256-Bit Encryption    3 x Encryption Modes    FIPS 140-3 Level 3 Ready    Up to 171 MB/s Read Speed    Up to 148 MB/s Write Speed    Wear-Resistant Backlit Keypad    USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 Host Connection    Tamper-Proof Design    Includes Carrying Case

The diskAshur3 is engineered to provide tamper-proof security. Accessing its components requires physically breaking the enclosure, clearly indicating any tampering attempts. Moreover, all internal parts are shielded with a layer of durable epoxy resin, enhancing protection against physical attacks.

The firmware complies with FIPS 140-3 Level 3 standards. Additionally, the drive features a secure microprocessor certified to Common Criteria EAL5+, along with a distinctive flash lock mechanism, providing defense against potential firmware attacks.

It also provides robust protection against BadUSB attacks via a secure USB controller firmware protection mechanism. This guarantees the authentication of the USB controller firmware prior to any unlocking attempt.

If the user PIN is entered incorrectly 10 consecutive times, it will be deleted. Data will remain on the device but only accessible with the Admin PIN. If the Admin PIN is entered incorrectly 10 consecutive times, all data is lost forever. The device will need to be reconfigured before it can be re-used.

The diskAshur3 can be configured with independent user, admin, and one-time recovery PINs, ensuring flexibility without compromising security.

No pre-set admin PIN is provided, and one must be configured before the drive can be used.

Once the self-destruct PIN is entered, the encryption key and all PINs are deleted and all data is rendered as lost forever.

The backlighting can be turned on or off, making the keys visible in low light conditions.

Install any OS on the diskAshur3 and boot directly from it.

The drive can be set to automatically lock when idle following a predetermined length of time.

Restricts write access to the drive, making it impossible to modify the data stored on it.

Select between the default AES-XTS 256-bit mode or the AES-ECB 256-bit and AES-CBC 256-bit modes.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this device have a so card reader?

A: No, unfortunately the WD 2TB My Passport USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive (2019, Black) does not contain an sd card reader.

Q: 2. Can I use this with a 5th Gen iPad Pro?

A: The WD 2TB My Passport for Mac USB 3.0 External Hard Drive (Midnight Blue) is not compatible with iOS, so it can not work with iPad Pros.

Q: 3. Is the 5TB version SMR (shingled magnetic recording) drive? Thanks!

A: Yes, the WD 5TB My Passport USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive (2019, Black) BH #WEBPKJ0050BB is SMR.

Q: 4. Will the USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive work on Thunderbolt 3 port?

A: Yes, but you will need an adapter.

Q: 5. Are these OEM WD devices from WD?

A: No this retail package WD not OEM.

Q: 6. Can I connect directly to a network using an usb to ethernet adapter?

A: No, you can't use typical drives like the WD 5TB My Passport USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive (2019, Black) on a network, as most typical drives will not know how to communicate with the network. For network attached storage you will need to purchase a NAS enclosure, which is basically a small computer housing for drives, that performs the necessary communication with the network for the drives inside. By the way, NAS enclosures also need specific NAS drives for the best performance. See: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=NAS&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma

Q: 7. Is this compatible with OSX 6.8... i dont use security stuff .. i just wanna plug it in and use it for image storage . I have the older WD My Book for mac .. but it is discontinued. desperately need an external hard drive to use with my OSX 6.8 .. any suggestions?

A: At this time this would only work with macOS Mojave, High Sierra, or Sierra

Q: 8. Can you use these with both Mac and windows without having to reformat it each time?

A: Yes, the WD 2TB My Passport USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive (2019, Black) BH #WEBYVG0020BB will allow you to use it on both a Mac and a PC as long as the first thing you do when you get it is reformat it to exFAT which is supported on both.

Q: 9. Does anyone know how many write cycles to be expected from this drive before it fails? Thanks.

A: The manufacturer gives a 3 year limited warranty, but they do not have a spec for the drives rated life.

Q: 10. What is the RPM of the drive?

A: The drive inside this model of WD 2TB My Passport for Mac is a 5400 RPM consumer grade drive.