Hard Drive | 2 TB Portable |
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Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 1 |
Apricorn 2TB Aegis Padlock USB 3.0 256-Bit AES XTS Hardware Encrypted Portable External Hard Drive (A25-3PL256-2000)
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Digital Storage Capacity | 2 TB |
Hard Disk Interface | USB 1.1 |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Brand | Apricorn |
Special Feature | Portable |
Hard Disk Description | Portable |
Compatible Devices | PC; Mac |
Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
Color | Black |
Hard Disk Size | 2 TB |
About this item
- Hardware encrypted drive
- Simple to use pin access. RPM-5400
- Administrator password feature
- Bus powered
- Utilizes Military Grade FIPS PUB 197 Validated Encryption Algorithm
- Super fast USB 3.0 Connection - Data transfer speeds up to 10X faster than USB 2.
- Software Free Design - With no admin rights needed
- Sealed from Physical Attacks by Tough Epoxy Coating
- Brute Force Self Destruct Feature
- Compact, Rugged Design - Perfect for taking your data on the road
- Wear Resistant Key Pad
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
Durability | 4.5 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.5 | — | 4.5 |
Easy to use | 4.3 | — | — | 4.3 | 4.7 | 4.3 |
Tech Support | 4.0 | — | — | 4.0 | 4.2 | 4.0 |
Sleep mode | 3.7 | — | — | 3.7 | 3.5 | 3.7 |
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storage capacity | 2 TB | 1920 GB | 960 GB | 1024 GB | 2000 GB | 500 GB |
hardware interface | usb3.0, usb3.0 | usb3.2 gen 1 | usb3.2 gen 1 | usb | usb3.0 | usb |
compatible devices | PC; Mac | Desktop | Desktop | Windows, Mac and Linux | Desktop | Desktop |
form factor | Portable | — | — | 2.5-inch | Portable | 2.5-inch |
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Technical Details
Brand | Apricorn |
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Series | Padlock |
Item model number | A25-3PL256-2000 |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Operating System | PC; Mac |
Item Weight | 8 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 4.7 x 3.3 x 0.75 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4.7 x 3.3 x 0.75 inches |
Color | Black |
Flash Memory Size | 2 TB |
Hard Drive Interface | USB 1.1 |
Manufacturer | Apricorn |
ASIN | B00NTQGZP6 |
Country of Origin | USA |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 18, 2014 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #316 in External Hard Drives |
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Product Description
Apricorn's Aegis Padlock 3.0 is a state of the art hardware encrypted USB 3.0 portable drive. Simple and easy to use, Padlock 3.0 offers unparalleled security and supports AES XTS 256-bit encryption. Additionally, the software free design means it can be deployed without the need for Admin User rights and will work with any USB enable operating system. Completely cross compatible, the Padlock 3.0 is authenticated via the integrated keypad and can support up to 5 User PINs and an Admin PIN. The Aegis Padlock 3.0 ships with Padlock 3.0 drive with integrated USB 3.0 cable, USB 3.0 Y-extension cable, Quick Start Manual and is pre-formatted in NTFS.
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Customers like the performance, quality and portability of the computer drive. For example, they mention it works flawlessly, the data is secure and the keypad security is easy to set up and use. Some appreciate the portability, saying it's a compact external drive that's hard to lose in a purse. That said, opinions are mixed on the value.
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Customers like the performance of the computer drive. They say it works perfectly for their needs, is easy to use, and practical. Some mention that the instructions for setting up the access codes are good and secure. The speed is great for a spinning disk, and it's perfect for off-line backups.
"...This is nice and simple. Program your security code and done. Now, regardless of what OS you're using, it'll be seen by the OS...." Read more
"...It works fantastic! I found it very easy to program and use...." Read more
"...Transfer speeds are good given it is a HDD inside...." Read more
"...1. Because there's no software to install, it works with media players and should work anywhere you use a standard USB hard drive...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the computer drive. They say that the security, speed, and encryption hardware of these drives are awesome. They find the product to have a secure backup of their computer data. The drive is rugged and can be physically secured when not in use. Customers also say that it works great to keep files secure and give employees' access to data from archives.
"...While a nice security feature, and how it should be as it thinks you removed the drive, it could be frustrating to come back several hours later..." Read more
"Great capacity and security features. Best part you can connect and use on a CPU even without admin access." Read more
"The Apricorn 2TB Aegis Padlock maintains privacy, and that is a plus!" Read more
"...It relatively easy to operate, and I feel the data is indeed secure. The drive doesn't even show up until I enter my password...." Read more
Customers find the computer drive very easy to program and use. They say it's simple to install, hassle-free, and has a keypad security. Customers are also pleased with the performance and say it is a perfect solution for data that needs to be secured and off-line.
"...This is nice and simple. Program your security code and done. Now, regardless of what OS you're using, it'll be seen by the OS...." Read more
"...It works fantastic! I found it very easy to program and use...." Read more
"Great customer service! Simple to use. Call sales, they will help...." Read more
"Ordered for a client to send data back to our company. This worked great and easily." Read more
Customers like the portability of the computer drive. They say it's very portable, a compact external drive, and hard to lose in a purse or briefcase. Customers are able to carry sensitive documents around without concern about them being compromised. They also mention that it provides excellent portable security.
"...I really like the portability and security of this little unit. Just need an uptick on reliability...." Read more
"...It is very portable and meets my needs exactly." Read more
"The Apricorn Aegis Padlock drive is very nice compact and does not require software on your computer...." Read more
"...I am able to carry sensitive documents around without concern about them being compromised...." Read more
Customers like the multiple passwords on the computer drive. They say it allows up to ten persons to enter their own password, it's easy to setup and add admin and user passwords, and it'll customize with their own.
"...2. Multiple passwords allow up to ten persons to enter their own password using the alpha-numeric keys...." Read more
"...The neat thing about this drive, you can set multiple keys so I am on a temp job rotation and have the drive to a coworker with his own pin...." Read more
"...It was easy to setup and add admin and user passwords. I was able to backup files in Windows 10 with no problem and no freeze-ups...." Read more
"Product works as described. Easy to customize with own password." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the computer drive. Some mention it's a good unit for the price, while others say it'd be a waste of money. The price is rather high, and the product is a huge step backward compared to older versions. It also lock up so frequently that it'll be useless within six months.
"This is the real deal for data protection - not just from others who might want to steal your work, but protection from damage as well...." Read more
"Little bummed it’s not a SSD which makes it a bit pricey." Read more
"...Great buy." Read more
"...Well, the durn thing would lock up so frequently that it was useless, and I had thought that I had wasted my money...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the lock on the computer drive. They mention that it locks themselves, causes the software to malfunction, and would not unlock when they needed it. They also say that rebooting their computer locks the drive. Additionally, some customers report that the USB ports at POST cause difficulty unlocking the drive to boot.
"...2. Rebooting your computer locks the drive even though power is never removed from the drive...." Read more
"...Well, the durn thing would lock up so frequently that it was useless, and I had thought that I had wasted my money...." Read more
"...For some reason, every now and then, these guys just stop understanding my password...." Read more
"...so with other software, but sometimes when the drive is inactive, it will lock, and cause the software to mess up/crash/crash my computer...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the cable length of the computer drive. They mention that it's a bit short.
"...Transfer speeds are good given it is a HDD inside. The cable could be longer but it is nice to be able to snap it into place around the device and..." Read more
"...Only downside is the super short USB cable, but it does have an extension/power split cable you can use." Read more
"Excellent product. Cable is a bit short, but understood that it needs to fit in the storage space. Perhaps, can do better in design." Read more
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No regrets on this purchase. I would have recommended that the instructions caution to switch off wifi/ethernet etc. Could ruin the purpose of using a secure USB.
The Positive:
1. Because there's no software to install, it works with media players and should work anywhere you use a standard USB hard drive. I keep kid's movies on a standard drive, and my movies on the Padlock. No need to worry about the kids watching R-rated movies when I'm not around!
2. Multiple passwords allow up to ten persons to enter their own password using the alpha-numeric keys. This is very convenient if you want to use your Windows password to access the drive. All other encryption devices I have tried allow only one user password or have only numeric keys. A separate Administrator password allows you to delete or add other user's passwords.
3. Low power consumption - I have been able to use the drive on every computer or media player I have without the provided Y-power cable.
What it won't do - the down side:
1. Although you can have multiple passwords, all users access the same data on the drive. It would be a real plus if file access could be controlled by which password is entered.
2. Rebooting your computer locks the drive even though power is never removed from the drive. I have a remote office and I do a lot of work using remote desktops. Occasionally I need to reboot the remote computer, and with this drive the data is inaccessible after the reboot. For me, this is a "deal breaker" and I need to stay with software encryption on a standard hard drive. It would be nice to have an optional software program to lock and unlock the drive.
UPDATE: continued issues with drive access in windows. Would not buy again.