Guard your sensitive data from prying eyes with the phantom-black 5TB 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.

5TB 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 I use it as a ursamini pro 12k recording card via usb-c port?

A: Per Black Magic Design's website, yes.

Q: 2. Is this compatible with any 2.5 HDD slot?

A: No! WARNING: This is a 15mm-thick HDD. Most 2.5 slots -- on laptops, micro PCs, etc. -- DO NOT ACCEPT 15mm HDD, even if it is 2.5 . Most are limited to 7mm or 9mm. Check the spec of your computer and the dimensions of the HDD before purchase.

Q: 3. Your pass answers are confusing so I will ask this clearly. What is the spin speed (rps) for this exact drive? This information is critical for purchase.

A: The Seagate 8TB BarraCuda SATA III 3.5" Internal HDD BH #SEST8000DMA4 is a 5400rpm hard drive. If you want 7200rpm, look at the Barracuda Pro instead which is 7200rpm. Seagate 8TB BarraCuda Pro 7200 rpm SATA III 3.5" Internal HDD (Retail) BH #SET8000DMA4

Q: 4. What is the rotation speed?

A: The rotation speed would be 5400 RPM

Q: 5. Will this work with a Sony FX30?

A: The Wise Advanced 1TB Portable & Cinema USB 3.1 Gen 2 SSD, (BH #WIPTS1024), will not work with a Sony FX30. The Sony FX30 does not support external SSD drives.

Q: 6. Can it be used for video editing?

A: Not the best choice to use a portable drive for editing. A 7200RPM desktop drive is a better choice. And even better would be an SSD.

Q: 7. Oyen digital helix 8TB portable ssd will be compatible with Thunderbolt 5?

A: At this time the manufacturer does not have information if the Oyen Digital 8TB Helix Dura USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 Portable NVMe SSD is compatible with Thunderbolt 5.

Q: 8. Does this hard drive spin at 7200 RPM or 5400 RPM? I keep seeing conflicting information online on other site, so just want to verify.

A: It is 5400RPM.

Q: 9. How to get laptop to recognize this drive? Got as a replacement for failed hard drive -DelI Inspirion 15558

A: You will need either a second computer with a USB To SATA cable to initialize the drive or if you have Windows installation media, you would need to install the drive on your dell and boot from your installation media to initialize the drive and install Windows.

Q: 10. Goodnight:Is it compatible with PS4 Slim ???

A: This Seagate 2TB BarraCuda is compatible with the PS4.