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Small rectangular aluminium drive with keypad, 3.2 by 2.5 inches

Apricorn

Apricorn ASSD-3PL256-240F 240 GB portable SSD

SKU CH-X3MC-WJ75H MPN ASSD-3PL256-240F

Hardware-encrypted 240 GB portable SSD with 256-bit AES, FIPS 140-2 Level 2 validation and rugged aluminium enclosure

  • Hardware encryption protects data with 256-bit AES and FIPS 140-2 Level 2 validation
  • Crush-resistant aluminium enclosure survives extreme temperatures from -40 °C to 70 °C
  • Silent solid-state design resists shock, vibration and humidity without moving parts
  • USB 3.0 interface delivers read and write speeds up to 230 MB/s
  • Lightweight 1.6-ounce drive measures 3.2 x 0.5 x 2.5 inches for easy portability

Secure portable storage

The Apricorn Aegis Padlock is a 240 GB external solid-state drive with hardware-based 256-bit AES encryption validated to FIPS 140-2 Level 2. It connects via USB 3.0 and operates across Windows, Mac and Linux without requiring software installation. The integrated keypad handles authentication directly on the device.

Keypad-driven encryption

A built-in alphanumeric keypad lets users set PINs and manage access policies before the drive mounts, so no host software or drivers are needed. The drive locks automatically when unplugged or after inactivity, and a brute-force counter wipes encryption keys after repeated failed attempts. Admin and user modes support separate PINs for shared deployments.

Rugged aluminium enclosure

The crush-resistant aluminium housing measures 3.2 by 0.5 by 2.5 inches and weighs 1.6 ounces, with no moving parts for silent operation. It is rated for storage temperatures from -40 °C to 70 °C, resists high humidity, and withstands shock and vibration. A captive USB 3.0 cable eliminates loose connectors during transport.

Highlights

  • Hardware encryption protects data with 256-bit AES and FIPS 140-2 Level 2 validation
  • Crush-resistant aluminium enclosure survives extreme temperatures from -40 °C to 70 °C
  • Silent solid-state design resists shock, vibration and humidity without moving parts
  • USB 3.0 interface delivers read and write speeds up to 230 MB/s
  • Lightweight 1.6-ounce drive measures 3.2 x 0.5 x 2.5 inches for easy portability

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Does the 240 GB SSD need any periodic maintenance or component replacement?

With no moving parts the drive requires no routine maintenance; the 256-bit hardware encryption and rugged aluminium enclosure are sealed for the life of the unit.

What is the first performance limit reached during continuous read or write operations?

Sustained transfers top out at 230 MB/s, so the USB 3.0 interface and controller throughput become the bottleneck before the flash memory does.

How much noise, heat or power does the drive produce when running all day?

The solid-state design makes it completely silent, it operates from -40 °C to 70 °C without a fan, and it draws power only from the USB port.

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