Apricorn Aegis Padlock A25-PLE256 500GB User manual

eSATA AND USB INTERFACE
Compatible with both USB and SATA connections, the
Aegis Padlock Pro can support eSATA data transfer
rates of up to 90MB/sec
AES 256-BIT REAL-TIME HARDWARE ENCRYPTION
SOFTWARE FREE INSTALLATION & OPERATION
No software required…Period!
LOW POWER DESIGN
Uses USB power from host. No AC adapter
required
ADMINISTRATOR FEATURE
Allows enrollment of up to 10
passkeys & passkey management
COMPATIBLE WITH ANY OS
Windows®, Mac®, Linux
EXTENSIVE SHOCK MOUNTING
16-point omni-directional
shock mounting system
protects your data from the
hazards of travel
3-YEAR WARRANTY
Visit our web site at www.apricorn.com or call 1-800-458-5448
©2010 Apricorn, Inc. Corporate Ofces: 12191 Kirkham Rd., Poway, CA. 92064 (updated 11/09)
*One gigabyte (GB) = one billion bytes; accessible capacity will be less and actual capacity depends on the operating environment and formatting.
eSATA and USB HARDWARE ENCRYPTED DRIVE
Aegis Padlock
Aegis Padlock Pro (eSATA / USB drive)
Utilize the blazing speed of eSATA with the security of
256-bit AES Hardware Encryption with the Aegis Padlock Pro
With a software free design, secure PIN access, real-time 256-bit AES encryption
and sporting a dual eSATA / USB interface, the ultra-fast Aegis Padlock Pro is the
ideal drive for those that require the ultimate in security and speed.
Need to secure your data on the go? The Aegis Padlock Pro fuses hardware data
protectionwithaspeedyeSATAandUSBconnection.Featuringaneasy-to-usekeypad
design and software free setup, the Aegis Padlock Pro enables you to access the drive
with your own unique pin. Your data is protected 24/7 with real-time 256-bit hardware
encryption, keeping your data safe even if the hard drive is removed from its enclosure.
Nosoftwareinstallationrequiredforsetuporoperation,makingtheAegisPadlockProastress
freedeploymentincorporateenvironments.ItsAdministratorFeatureallowsenrollmentofup
toten unique user ID’s and one administrator, making it a useful business collaboration tool.
Ultra compatible with both eSATA and USB, the Aegis Padlock Pro can support eSATA data
transfer rates of up to 90MB/sec. In cases when you can only nd a USB port, the Aegis Padlock
will work like a conventional USB drive, giving you ultimate exibility.
The Padlock Pro’s low powered design is perfect for using with notebooks and taking your data
on the road. Bus Powered, the Padlock Pro requires a single connection when used with a Power
eSATA / USB Combo port or USB port. When used with the included USB power cable, the Padlock
ProalsoworkswithStandardeSATAconnections.Perfectlypocketable,thePadlockPro’scompact,
robustdesignfeaturesa16-pointomni-directionalshockmountingsystem,protectingthedrivefrom
drops and knocks.
With storage capacities up to 640GB* - perfect for storing photos, music and video les in addition to
work documents, the Aegis Padlock Pro is the ideal hard drive to safely transport your data between
work and ofce, or to add secure additional capacity to your system.

For more information on Aegis Padlock Pro and other innovative
Apricorn products visit our web site at www.apricorn.com or call 1-800-458-5448
©2010 Apricorn, Inc. Corporate Ofces: 12191 Kirkham Rd., Poway, CA. 92064
*One gigabyte (GB) = one billion bytes; accessible capacity will be less and actual capacity depends on the operating environment and formatting.
Encryption Benets
Easy to use keypad design Unlock the drive with your own unique six- to twelve-digit pin
Real-time 256-bit AES
Hardware Encryption Encrypts 100% of your data in real-time and keeps your data safe even if the hard drive is removed from the enclosure
No software installation No software required to setup or operate - making it perfect for corporate deployments
Administrator feature Allows enrollment of up to ten unique user ID’s and one administrator, making it a useful
business collaboration tool
100% of data on drive
encrypted All data on the drive is encrypted in real-time
Features Benets
Ultra-portable design Ideal to take between home and the ofce or on trips
eSATA and USB interface Able to connect to either USB or eSATA, the Padlock Pro can support eSATA data transfer
rates of up to 90MB/s
Low powered design Bus powered from standard USB port
Extensive Shock Mounting Protects the drive with a 16-point omni-directional shock mounting system
Hard Drive Capacities 320GB & 500GB*
Plug-n-Play and
Compatible on any system Works with Windows®, Mac® and Linux
Hot Swappable No need to power down, just plug and go
Secure storage Excellent for notebook owners, road warriors, government, health care, insurance
companies, nancial institutions, HR departments and executives with sensitive data
Box Contents Aegis Padlock Pro, eSATA / USB Combo cable, USB Power cable, USB Data cable, Quick
Start Guide & neoprene travel pouch
Specications
Data Transfer Rates eSATA - Up to 90 MB/s, USB 2.0 - Up to 31 MB/s
Power Supply 100% bus powered
Interface eSATA and Hi-Speed USB 2.0
Buffer Size 8MB
RPM 5400
Average seek time 12 ms
Shock - non operating 1000G 1ms
Shock - operating 300G 2ms
Dimensions & weight 19mm X 84.5mm X 120mm (0.75” X 3.3” X 4.7”) weight: 6.7 oz.
Warranty 3 years limited
Approvals FCC & CE
System Requirements Hardware: PC compatible computer with Pentium®CPU or similar, 32MB of RAM, CD-ROM
or CD-RW, USB 1.2 or 2.0, Apple®G3 or later, Standard eSATA or eSATA / USB Combo port
Operating systems: Microsoft®XP or Vista™, Mac® OS 10.2 or greater, Linux
Ordering Information Apricorn Part Number: A25-PL256e-xxx (xxx=drive size in GBs)
eSATA / USB HARDWARE ENCRYPTED DRIVE
AegisPadlock