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Apricorn Aegis Padlock ASSD-3PL256-2TBF 2 TB Solid State Drive - 2.5" Internal - Black - TAA Compliant - USB 3.1 - 300 MB/s Maximum Read Transfer Rate - 256-bit Encryption Standard (ASSD-3PL256-2TBF)
- Fips validated 140-2 level 2 portable usb 3.0 drive
- Aes-xts 256-bit hardware encryption
- Software-free setup & operation
- Onboard keypad authentication shares no
- Critical security parameters with host
- Aegis configurator compatible
- Admin forced enrollment
- User forced enrollment
- Independent admin / user pins
- Data recovery pins
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The Apricorn Aegis Padlock 2TB is a keypad-authenticated USB solid-state drive with AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption and FIPS 140-2 Level 2 validation, suited to people who need to carry sensitive files with access controls built into the drive.
Recommended For
- Mobile professionals who carry confidential work files between locations and want PIN access and hardware encryption without installing drive software.
- IT teams deploying portable drives to staff who need separate admin and user PINs, forced PIN enrollment, or recovery-PIN options for managed access.
- People who securely move files among supported Windows, macOS, Linux, or Android systems and prefer authentication handled on the drive rather than by host software.
- Field staff who need compact, portable storage for sensitive files and value a keypad and sturdy aluminum enclosure for travel between work sites.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- A professional carries confidential work files between locations and computers; they unlock the drive using its keypad, then access files over USB without installing encryption software on each computer.
- A business keeps a portable copy of sensitive documents for backup or handoff; the drive encrypts data on the device, so the files remain protected when it is disconnected or misplaced.
- An organization handling sensitive records needs portable storage for a workflow that requires FIPS-validated encryption; this drive provides a keypad-based, hardware-encrypted option, though the organization should confirm it meets its own policy requirements.
- A user moves files between computers with different operating systems or restricted software-install permissions; because authentication and encryption happen on the drive, everyday file access does not depend on a host-side encryption app.
- Someone transfers large work files while prioritizing security over peak SSD speed; reviews found performance varies by test and generation, so it is better suited to secure transport than to workflows where the fastest possible transfers are essential.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Portable solid-state storage for business or personal files, with onboard keypad authentication and hardware encryption for protected data access |
| Capacity | 2 TB |
| Interface And Form Factor | USB 3.1 solid-state drive in a portable 2.5-inch form factor |
| Cache And Flash Memory | No DRAM cache; SLC |
| Compatibility | Listed for PC, Mac, and Linux systems, laptops, and Microsoft Xbox 360 |
| In The Box | USB Y-cable, travel pouch, and quick start guide |
| Model Identifiers | Asura Aegis Padlock series; model Aegis Padlock 2TB; part number ASSD-3PL256-2TBF |