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iStorage 500 GB 2.5" External Hard Drive - Portable - USB 3.1 - 5400rpm - 8 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable - 1 Pack

iStorage 500 GB 2.5" External Hard Drive - Portable - USB 3.1 - 5400rpm - 8 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable - 1 Pack

USB 3.1 - 5400rpm - 8 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable - 1 Pack

iStorage 500 GB 2.5inch External Hard Drive - Portable - USB 3.1 - 5400rpm - 8 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable - 1 Pack
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Order Code: IS-100004

Manf.Code: IS-DA2-256-500-B

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iStorage 500 GB 2.5" External Hard Drive - Portable - USB 3.1 - 5400rpm - 8 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable - 1 Pack overview

Manufacturer
iStorage/Kanguru
Manufacturer Part Number
IS-DA2-256-500-B
Brand Name
iStorage
Product Line
diskAshur2
Product Name
diskAshur2 Hard Drive
Marketing Information

An easy to use ultra-secure, PIN authenticated, portable USB 3.1 hard rive, employing real-time AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption, software free design and super-fast data transfer speeds. The diskAshur2 HDD has an easy-to-use keypad design enabling you to securely access the drive with your own unique 7-15 digit PIN and with software free setup and operation, the diskAshur2 HDD is platform/device independent and works across all operating systems including all versions of MS Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Chrome, Thin Clients, Zero Clients and embedded systems. The iStorage diskAshur2 HDD seamlessly encrypts all data on the drive in real-time, keeping your data safe even if the hard drive is removed from its enclosure. With super-fast USB 3.1 data transfer speeds of 294 MBps (Read) and 319 MBps (Write), you can now access your files faster than ever before. The iStorage diskAshur2 HDD is also backwards compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 ports.

In fact, it will work on any device with a USB port! One of the unique and underlying security features of the GDPR compliant diskAshur2 HDD is the dedicated hardware based secure microprocessor (Common Criteria EAL4+ ready), which employs built-in physical protection mechanisms designed to defend against external tamper, bypass attacks and more. Unlike other solutions, the diskAshur2 HDD reacts to an automated attack by entering the deadlock frozen state, which renders all such attacks as useless. In plain and simple terms, without the PIN there's no way in!

EDGE™(Enhanced Dual Generating Encryption) Technology

Offering advanced portable data security via built-in FIPS PUB 197 validated AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption engine. The data encryption key is randomly generated by a Common Criteria EAL4+ ready Random Number Generator and protected by FIPS validated wrapping algorithms. Uniquely featuring a dedicated on-board Common Criteria EAL4+ ready secure microprocessor to enhance security through true random number generation and built-in cryptography. The security component employs physical protection mechanisms to protect itself from any external tamper, bypass laser attacks and fault injections and incorporates active-shield violation technology. More specifically, the secure microprocessor reacts to all forms of automated hacking attempts by entering the deadlock frozen state where the device can only restart through a 'Power On' reset procedure (i.e. power off/power on). The security lock feature protects the device against any unauthorised firmware modifications from the host side (fully protected against BadUSB). The diskAshur2 HDD uniquely incorporates a secure microprocessor providing secure algorithms to encrypt both the data and the encryption key, giving you confidence that your data is protected to the highest standards at any given time.

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Product Type
Hard Drive
Technical Information
Storage Capacity
500 GB
Platform Supported
PC
Encryption Standard
256-bit AES
Drive Performance
Maximum Read Transfer Rate
160 MB/s
Maximum Write Transfer Rate
143 MB/s
Network & Communication
Wireless LAN
No
Interfaces/Ports
Host Interface
USB 3.2 (Gen 1) Type A
Physical Characteristics
Rugged
Yes
Color Family
Black
Product Color
Black
Drive Type
External
External Drive Type
Portable
Form Factor
2.5"
Durability
Water Resistant
Height
124 mm
Width
84 mm
Depth
19 mm
Weight (Approximate)
216 g
Miscellaneous
Operating System Compatibility
Android
Compatibility
  • Embedded Systems
  • Citrix and VMware
Device Supported
Thin Client
TAA Compliant
Yes
Environmentally Friendly
Yes
Environmental Compliance
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)
Warranty
Additional Warranty Information

36-month Return to Base

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iStorage 500 GB 2.5" External Hard Drive - Portable - USB 3.1 - 5400rpm - 8 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable - 1 Pack

Order Code: IS-100004

£189.95 inc vat

£158.29 ex vat