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Rectangular black portable SSD with keypad, .7 inch thick, 4.7 by 3.3 inches

Apricorn

Apricorn A25-3PL256-S1000F 1 TB portable SSD

SKU CH-PQ46-NNM7V MPN A25-3PL256-S1000F

Hardware-encrypted portable SSD with 256-bit AES-XTS, 180 MB/s read and write, USB 3.0, and a 3-year warranty

  • Hardware-encrypted 256-bit AES-XTS protects data on the move
  • FIPS validated security meets strict compliance requirements
  • USB 3.0 interface delivers up to 180 MB/s read and write
  • Rugged portable design measures .7 by 4.7 by 3.3 inches
  • Three-year limited warranty backs the 1 TB solid-state drive

Secure Portable Storage

The Apricorn Aegis Padlock Fortress is a 1 TB external solid state drive built for users who need hardware-encrypted storage that travels with them. Its integrated keypad unlocks the drive before any data reaches the host, so the device works with Windows, Linux and Mac OS without installing software. The drive suits professionals handling sensitive files who want a self-contained, tamper-evident solution.

Thermals And Power

The solid state design has no moving parts, so it runs silently and generates minimal heat during normal file transfers. Sequential read and write speeds reach 180 MB/s over the USB 3.0 interface, keeping the controller within a low thermal envelope. A supplied Y-auxiliary USB 3.0 power cable provides extra current when a single port cannot supply enough power for sustained operation.

Build Integration

The enclosure measures 4.7 inches wide, 3.3 inches deep and 0.7 inches high, sliding easily into a laptop bag or the included travel pouch. No external power brick is required; the drive draws power entirely from the USB connection, freeing up wall outlets and reducing cable clutter. Hardware encryption is handled on the drive itself, leaving host CPU cycles untouched for other workloads.

Highlights

  • Hardware-encrypted 256-bit AES-XTS protects data on the move
  • FIPS validated security meets strict compliance requirements
  • USB 3.0 interface delivers up to 180 MB/s read and write
  • Rugged portable design measures .7 by 4.7 by 3.3 inches
  • Three-year limited warranty backs the 1 TB solid-state drive

Specifications

BrandAPRICORN MASS STORAGE
Shipping weight4.54 kg
Package size119 × 84 × 18 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the Aegis Padlock Fortress on my computer, and what step do people often miss?

Connect the drive using the supplied USB 3.0 cable and the Y-auxiliary power cable for reliable power, then enter your 256-bit AES-XTS PIN on the built-in keypad before the OS will recognise the 1 TB volume.

What maintenance or replacement will the drive need later?

The solid-state drive has no moving parts, so no routine maintenance is required; after the 3-year limited warranty period you would only replace the unit if the NAND wears out or the hardware fails.

What limit appears first during sustained transfers?

Sequential reads and writes both cap at 180 MB/s, so the USB 3.0 interface and controller throughput become the bottleneck before the internal flash reaches its own limits.

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