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Kanguru Defender SED300 Hardware-Based Self-Encrypting Internal SSD-FIPS 140-2 Certified -KSED300-SATA-Series 1 TB Solid State Drive - 2.5" Internal - SATA - TAA Compliant - 550 MB/s Maximum Read
- FIPS 140-2 Certified, Level 2: Meets highly regulated federal security measures, ensuring the drive is secure for use in government, military, and high-security environments. Certified by NIST, ideal for industries requiring compliance with regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and Sarbanes-Oxley.
- AES 256-Bit Hardware Encryption (FIPS 197 Certified): AES 256-bit hardware encryption (FIPS 197 Certified) locks your data with military-grade security, ensuring it's always safe, fast, and protected without any extra effort.
- High-Performance SATA 2.5" Drive: Features sequential read speeds up to 550MB/s and write speeds up to 520MB/s, offering reliable and efficient storage for applications needing fast data access.
- Kanguru Opal Commander & Workforce Provisioning Tool: Includes tools for easy management of encryption settings and secure provisioning across large organizations, ensuring compliance with corporate security policies.
- TAA Compliant & Tamper-Resistant Design: Its TAA Compliant and features tamper-resistant hardware for enhanced protection against physical and data breaches in high-risk sectors.
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Overview
The Kanguru Defender SED300 is a 1 TB, hardware-based self-encrypting SATA SSD for organizations seeking full-disk data security at rest. Its self-contained encryption implementation helps keep the operating system locked and protected.
Key Features
- Full-drive encryption with 256-bit AES encryption
- Pre-boot authentication for protected operating system access
- Secure firmware with digital signature
- Comprehensive Dashboard for a user-friendly experience
- Tamper-resistant epoxy coating
Performance
The drive provides a 550 MB/s maximum read transfer rate. Its hardware-based encryption implementation provides full-disk security without the performance bottlenecks of a software based encryption platform.
Design
The internal SSD uses a 2.5-inch form factor. The drive features no DRAM (SLC) cache, a cryptographic controller, and flash storage.
Connectivity & Compatibility
The drive uses a SATA interface and is designed as a 2.5-inch internal solid state drive.
Reliability & Durability
The Kanguru Defender SED300 is FIPS 140-2 Certified and provides Level 2 Full Drive Encryption. It is TAA Compliant and includes a tamper-resistant epoxy coating and secure firmware with digital signature.
Software & Tools
The Comprehensive Dashboard provides a user-friendly experience for managing the drive.
Specifications
- Brand: Kanguru
- Model: KSED300-SATA-1T
- Part Number: KSED300-SATA-1T
- Capacity: 1 TB
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch internal
- Interface: SATA
- Maximum Read Transfer Rate: 550 MB/s
- Encryption: 256-bit AES
- Cache: No DRAM (SLC)
- Certification: FIPS 140-2 Certified
- Compliance: TAA Compliant
Warranty & Returns
Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information
Return Policies
- Return for refund until: January 31, 2027
- Return for replacement until: January 31, 2027
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Manufacturer Contact Info
- Manufacturer Website
- Support Phone: 1-508-376-4245
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The Kanguru Defender SED300 is a 1TB, 2.5-inch SATA internal SSD with hardware-based 256-bit AES encryption and FIPS 140-2 certification, suited to organizations and users who need encrypted storage for desktops or compatible systems.
Recommended For
- Government, defense, and public-sector IT teams that need a 2.5-inch SATA drive with FIPS 140-2 Level 2 validation and TAA compliance for sensitive data at rest.
- Security-conscious IT administrators upgrading compatible 2.5-inch SATA laptops or desktops who want full-drive hardware encryption and pre-boot authentication rather than relying only on software-based encryption.
- Organizations in regulated or security-focused sectors, such as energy and utilities, that need an internal drive designed to protect stored data and support TCG Opal-based deployment.
- Businesses refreshing older systems that accept 2.5-inch SATA drives and need built-in encryption without moving to an NVMe storage platform.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Internal 1 TB storage upgrades for compatible laptops or desktops, with hardware encryption |
| Capacity | 1 TB solid-state storage |
| Interface And Form Factor | Internal 2.5-inch SATA drive with a SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface |
| Read Performance | Data transfer rate is listed as 550 MB/s; a separate read-speed field lists 550 Mb/s |
| Cache | No DRAM (SLC) |
| Security And Data Protection | Hardware encryption, tamper protection, data-loss protection, end-to-end data protection, SmartFlush, and Cross Die Bad Block Management |
| Model Identifiers | Kanguru Defender SED300; model and part number KSED300-SATA-1T; manufacturer listed as Kanguru Solutions |