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Rectangular portable SSD with integrated keypad, dark rugged casing

Apricorn

Apricorn Aegis Padlock ASSD-3PL256-2TBF 2 TB portable SSD

SKU CH-63D1-20RA9 MPN ASSD-3PL256-2TBF

FIPS 140-2 Level 2 validated 2 TB portable SSD with hardware 256-bit encryption, keypad PIN entry, separate Admin and User modes, two read-only modes, programmable PIN lengths.

  • FIPS 140-2 Level 2 validated encryption protects sensitive data
  • Separate Admin and User modes enable flexible access control
  • Two read-only modes prevent accidental data modification
  • Programmable PIN length lets you balance security and convenience
  • Brute-force defence with optional self-destruct PIN thwarts unauthorised attempts

Target users and purpose

The Apricorn Aegis Padlock is a hardware-encrypted portable SSD built for professionals who must protect sensitive data while travelling. It suits anyone handling regulated information, intellectual property or confidential client files that cannot risk software-only encryption.

Capacity and security headroom

The drive provides 2 TB of protected storage validated to FIPS 140-2 Level 2 with 256-bit AES encryption. It handles full-disk encryption without performance penalties, but it cannot protect data once the correct PIN is entered and the drive remains unlocked in an untrusted environment.

Build integration and constraints

The unit connects through a USB 3.0 interface and requires no drivers or host software, freeing the user from platform-specific tools. It needs a host port able to supply sufficient bus power and will not function on systems that block unknown USB mass-storage devices.

Highlights

  • FIPS 140-2 Level 2 validated encryption protects sensitive data
  • Separate Admin and User modes enable flexible access control
  • Two read-only modes prevent accidental data modification
  • Programmable PIN length lets you balance security and convenience
  • Brute-force defence with optional self-destruct PIN thwarts unauthorised attempts

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Will the USB 3.0 interface on this Apricorn Aegis Padlock work with my older laptop that only has USB 2.0 ports?

Yes, the USB 3.0 connection is backward compatible with USB 2.0 ports, so the drive will function on older hardware, though transfer speeds will be limited to USB 2.0 rates.

How can I verify the 256-bit hardware encryption is active after I set my PIN?

The drive requires a valid PIN entry via the built-in keypad before it becomes visible to the operating system; if the OS does not detect the volume until the PIN is entered, the encryption is functioning.

Does the package include a USB cable, or do I need to purchase one separately?

A USB 3.0 cable is included in the box, so no separate cable purchase is required for immediate use.

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