Take data security to a whole new level with the 1TB diskAshur PRO2 USB 3.1 Encrypted Portable HDD from Istorage. Boasting NCSC CPA, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, NLNCSA BSPA, and NATO restricted level certifications, this portable USB 3.1 HDD uses real-time AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption and PIN authentication to keep personal and corporate data safe while offering fast read and write speeds of up to 148 and 140 MB/s respectively. The diskAshur PRO2 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 diskAshur PRO2 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 diskAshur PRO2 HDD renders automated attacks useless by entering the deadlock frozen state. With software-free setup and operation, the diskAshur PRO2 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.

1TB Storage Capacity    USB 3.1 with Integrated Cable    Read/Write Speeds up to 148/140 MB/s    AES-XTS 256-Bit Hardware Encryption    FIPS 140-2 Level 2 Certified    NATO Restricted Level Certified    EDGE Technology    OS and Platform Independent    Bus Powered    Travel Case Included

FIPS 140-2 Level 2 (USA), NCSC CPA (UK), NLNCSA BSPA (NL), and NATO restricted level certified

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

PIN authenticated; supports independent Admin and User 7-15 digit PINs

Super-speed USB 3.1 interface with integrated cable

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 diskAshur PRO2 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 diskAshur PRO2 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 diskAshur PRO2 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 diskAshur PRO2 HDD is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 ports.

The diskAshur PRO2 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 diskAshur PRO2 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 diskAshur PRO2 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 diskAshur PRO2 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 diskAshur PRO2 HDD can be set to automatically lock after a predetermined length of idle time.

The diskAshur PRO2 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.

In addition to incorporating a secure microprocessor and encrypting the data and the encryption key, the diskAshur PRO2 HDD adds another barrier between your data and a hacker. All the components of the diskAshur PRO2 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. Furthermore, the diskAshur PRO2 HDD provides visible evidence in the event of tampering.

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

The diskAshur PRO2 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. The drive does not come with USB cable, so how can I use it ??? What is Samsung thinking ???

A: The Samsung 4TB T9 Portable SSD does come with a USB-C and a USB-C to USB-A cable in the box.

Q: 2. Will the Samsung T9 portable reach the advertised maximum speed of 20Gbps with the Lenovo 16" Legion Pro 7i 16IRX8H?

A: Yes, the USB4 port on the Lenovo 16" Legion Pro 7i 16IRX8H, will support the full 20Gb/s connection speed of the Samsung 4TB T9 Portable SSD.

Q: 3. Why is SILVER color cheaper than the other colors?

A: There is no difference between the silver and the black and the grey, just colour. When I bought the 2TB GLYPH ATOM RAID SSD, I got a black and a silver just so we could differentiate and they are both identical the best external drives I have ever laid my hand on. It saves me so much crucial time on shows copying content. Love love love these drives.

Q: 4. Looking to use with my late 2016 MacBook Pro with touchbar for 4K video editing with Premiere Pro. Good choice? How much free space do I need to keep on this? Also, the two 500gb drives are not redundant, correct? So I could load close to 1TB of video footage on it?

A: This would be fast enough for 4K, but with formatting you would have less of 1TB working storage. Also the two 500gb drives are working in Raid 0 meaning no redundancy.

Q: 5. Do I need an adapter to plug this flash drive into my iPhone 10, and if so, does it affect the transfer speed?

A: Yes you would need either a lightning to USB-C or lightning to USB-A adapter and it would slow down the transfer speed a bit.

Q: 6. Will this work with a 14" MacBook Pro M2?

A: Yes, the Samsung 2TB T9 Portable SSD will work with an M2 MacBook Pro, although it will not be able to reach the advertised maximum speed of 20 Gbps.

Q: 7. This is compatible with BMPCC 6K? (not pro)

A: The Samsung 2TB T9 Portable SSD is compatible with the Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K.

Q: 8. Does this come with the USB cables that are capable of the maximum 20gbps speed?

A: Yes, the Samsung 4TB T9 Portable SSD comes with the appropriate USB cables to reach up to 20 GB/s.

Q: 9. Will this work with Panasonic Lumix S5IIX?

A: The Samsung 4TB T9 Portable SSD BH #SAMUPG4T0B can be used with a Panasonic S5 IIX.

Q: 10. will this work with a MacBook Pro M1?

A: Yes, the Samsung 4TB T9 Portable SSD is compatible with MacBook Pro M1 laptops.