Guard your sensitive data from prying eyes with the phantom-black 500GB diskAshur2 USB 3.1 Encrypted Portable HDD from Istorage. Featuring real-time AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption and PIN authentication, this portable USB 3.1 HDD keeps personal and corporate data safe while offering fast read and write speeds of up to 148 and 140 MB/s respectively. The diskAshur2 HDD's easy-to-use keypad enables you to securely access your data with your own unique 7- to 15-digit PIN.

One of the underlying security features of the GDPR-compliant diskAshur2 HDD is its dedicated hardware-based secure microprocessor (Common Criteria EAL4+ ready), which employs built-in physical protection mechanisms to defend against external tamper, bypass attacks, and more. The diskAshur2 HDD renders automated attacks useless by entering the deadlock frozen state. With software-free setup and operation, the diskAshur2 HDD is platform/device independent and works across all operating systems including all versions of Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Chrome, Thin Clients, Zero Clients, and embedded systems.

500GB Storage Capacity    USB 3.1 with Integrated Cable    Read/Write Speeds up to 148/140 MB/s    5400 rpm    AES-XTS 256-Bit Hardware Encryption    FIPS PUB 197 Validated    EDGE Technology    OS and Platform Independent    Bus Powered    Travel Case Included

Water and dust resistant, IP56 rated

No speed degradation—as fast as non-encrypted USB 3.1 HDDs

Desk lock slot

No software or drivers required—100% hardware encryption

Read-only (write protect) and read/write modes

Super-speed USB 3.1 interface with integrated cable

Unattended auto-lock feature

No admin rights needed

OS and platform independent—works on any device with a USB port

Layer of super-tough epoxy resin over all components

The diskAshur2 HDD offers advanced portable data security via a built-in FIPS PUB 197 validated AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption engine. The data encryption key is randomly generated by a Common Criteria EAL4+ ready random number generator and protected by FIPS validated wrapping algorithms. A dedicated onboard Common Criteria EAL4+ ready microprocessor enhances security through true random number generation and built-in cryptography. Active-shield technology and physical mechanisms protect the drive from external tamper, bypass laser attacks, and fault injections.

The diskAshur2 HDD's microprocessor reacts to all forms of automated hacking attempts by entering the deadlock frozen state where the device can only restart through a power-on reset procedure. The security lock feature protects the device against any unauthorized firmware modifications from the host side (fully protected against BadUSB). The microprocessor uses algorithms to encrypt both the data and the encryption key, giving you the peace of mind of knowing that your data is protected at any given time.

Employing AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption, the diskAshur2 HDD seamlessly encrypts all data on the drive in real time, keeping your data safe even if the drive is removed from its enclosure.

With USB 3.1 data transfer speeds of 148 MB/s (read) and 140 MB/s (write), the drive gives you fast access to your files. The diskAshur2 HDD is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 ports.

The diskAshur2 HDD is intelligently programmed to protect against all forms of brute force attacks. After five consecutive incorrect PIN entries the drive freezes, requiring the drive to be disconnected and reconnected to the USB port to get five further PIN entry attempts. If five further consecutive incorrect PIN attempts are entered, the diskAshur2 HDD freezes again. To get five final PIN attempts (15 in total), the "shift" button must be pressed whilst inserting the USB cable into the USB port and then a preset PIN needs to be entered. On the fifteenth consecutive incorrect PIN entry, the diskAshur2 HDD assumes it is being attacked. At this point the drive deletes the encryption key and locks itself, rendering all data previously stored on it lost forever. In such an event the drive can be reset to factory default settings and redeployed.

You can pre-program the diskAshur2 HDD with your own unique Self Destruct PIN which, once implemented, instantly deletes the encryption key, all PINs, and data, after which a new encryption key is created.

The diskAshur2 HDD also employs a drive reset feature, which can be implemented with a unique command. This clears all PINs and data, and creates a new randomly generated encryption key, enabling the drive to be reset and redeployed as many times as needed.

The diskAshur2 HDD can be set to automatically lock after a predetermined length of time.

In addition to incorporating a secure microprocessor and encrypting the data and the encryption key, the diskAshur2 HDD adds another barrier between your data and a hacker. All the components of the diskAshur2 HDD are completely covered by a layer of super-tough epoxy resin, which is virtually impossible to remove without causing permanent damage to the components. This barrier prevents potential hackers from accessing the drive's critical components.

All data and encryption keys are always encrypted while at rest.

The diskAshur2 HDD's wear-resistant epoxy-coated keypad hides key usage to avoid tipping off would-be hackers to commonly used keys.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can anyone recommend a cable for this drive to bmpcc 6k?

A: The Wise Advanced 1TB Portable & Cinema USB 3.1 Gen 2 SSD BH #WIPTS1024 includes the cable you need. If you misplaced it or need a different one, this is a good option. Pearstone USB 3.1 Type-C Charge & Sync Cable (3') BH #PEUSB315CMC3

Q: 2. Has this Transcend 1TB StoreJet 25M3 Anti-Shock External Hard Drive (Iron Gray) worldwide waranti??

A: This product has a Limited 3-Year USA Warranty.

Q: 3. do i need a computer to opertate, i will be travelling and am looking for photo storage. i will not be bringing a lap top and i am wondering if i can just put a sd in it and have it work?

A: Unfortunately, that is not how this item works. The item is made to be used with a computer. You cannot use it without a computer.

Q: 4. The 8TB releasing date?

A: The Oyen Digital 8TB Helix Dura USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 Portable NVMe SSD, (B&H # OYDM2P88TBK), was released to the market in the Summer of 2022.

Q: 5. is compatible with windows 10?

A: For sure it works like a big USB card with a software that helps you to manage the saving files!I use this product and my computer works with windows 10. I still don't have any problems :P Enjoy!

Q: 6. How do I get to backups?

A: When connecting to your Apple computer, you can set it up with Apple Time Machine.

Q: 7. the 8T.B version , is it good for heavy duty video Editing? I want to use with my macbook pro M1

A: Yes, the Oyen Digital 8TB Helix Dura USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 Portable NVMe SSD would be excellent for video editing.

Q: 8. Is it mac or window formatted?

A: The Transcend 1TB StoreJet 25M3 comes pre formatted to FAT32. FAT32 can be read, and written to by both Microsoft Windows, and the Mac OS.

Q: 9. I bought this drive and backed up files from my macbook air onto it. My macbook air crashed and the files are on the external drive, can I transfer files to a windows 7 computer?

A: Unfortunately not, as you'd need to format the drive in order to use it with a Windows based machine. Formatting will erase everything in the drive.

Q: 10. Mine was not formatted as FAT32 as indicated. Everything I have read says FAT32, it's why i bought it so i could use it between mac and windows. But the box even says will require reformatting to use with a MAC. Does anyone have one actually formatted as FAT32?

A: You can easily and quickly format drives using disk utility