Apricorn ASK-256-4GB User manual

SECURE PIN ACCESS
PIN activated 7-15 digits - Alphanumeric keypad use a
memorable number or word for your PIN
REAL-TIME 256-bit AES CBC HARDWARE ENCRYPTION
SOFTWARE FREE INSTALLATION & OPERATION
No software required…Period!
DUST AND WATER RESISTANT ALUMINIUM
HOUSING
INDEPENDENT USER AND ADMIN PINS
SEALED FROM PHYSICAL ATTACKS BY
TOUGH EPOXY COATING
BRUTE FORCE SELF DESTRUCT FEATURE
DRIVE RESET FEATURE
AUTO LOCK FEATURE
COMPATIBLE WITH ANY OS
Windows®, Mac®, Linux
Visit our web site at www.apricorn.com or call 1-800-458-5448
©2013 Apricorn, Inc. Corporate Ofces: 12191 Kirkham Rd., Poway, CA. 92064 (updated 11/11)
HARDWARE ENCRYPTED USB FLASH DRIVE
Easy to use and affordable USB ash drive with
real-time AES CBC hardware encryption
Apricorn’s Aegis Secure Key brings security to your ngertips. This FIPS 140-2 Level 3
Validated USB ash drive incorporates PIN access with military grade 256-bit AES CBC
hardware encryption. Using a rechargeable battery, the Aegis Secure Key enables the user
to unlock the drive with a 7-15 digit PIN before connecting to a USB port.
Utilizes Military Grade 256-bit AES CBC Hardware Encryption: All data on the Aegis
Secure Key is encrypted in real-time with the built in 256-bit AES CBC hardware encryption. Your
data is protected from unauthorized access by a 7-16 unique PIN created by you. In addition
the Aegis Secure Key automatically locks when unplugged from the host computer or power to
the USB port is turned off.
Software Free Design – With no admin rights to contend with the Aegis Secure Key is a
breeze to implement: The Aegis Secure Key is ready to go right out of the box. It does not require
any software or drivers to be installed and is compatible with PCs, MACs, Linux and embedded systems.
The Aegis Secure Key uses drag and drop encryption, is plug and play ready and can be used with any
off the shelf backup software.
Independent User and Admin PINs: The Aegis Secure Key can be congured with independent User
and Admin PINs, making it ideal for corporate and government deployment. If the User forgets their PIN,
the drive can be unlocked using the Admin PIN which will then clear the old User PIN and allow the User to
set a new PIN.
Drive Reset Feature: The Aegis Secure Key also includes a drive reset feature which clears both User and
Admin PINs, destroys the data, creates a new randomly generated encryption key and allows the drive to be
reused. The Aegis Secure Key is capable of generating an innite number of randomly generated encryption
keys, allowing the user to reset the drive as and when required.
Dustandwaterresistantdurablealuminiumhousing:Tough enough to go anywhere the Aegis Secure
Key resilient design makes it perfect for travel. Its rugged, extruded aluminium, water proof casing is tamper
evident and protects it against physical damage.
SealedfromPhysicalAttacksbyTough Epoxy Coating:The internal drive components are protected
by a super tough epoxy compound, which is virtually impossible to remove without causing permanent
damage to the electronics. This barrier prevents a potential hacker from accessing the encryption circuitry
and launching a variety of potential attacks.
Brute Force Self Destruct Feature: As the Aegis Secure Key is unlocked using its own keypad and not via
a keyboard, it is not vulnerable to software/hardware based key-loggers or brute force attacks. In addition
the Aegis Secure Key further protects your data with a “Brute Force Hack Defence Mechanism”, which deletes the
encryption key and destroys all stored data if the incorrect PIN is entered a total of 10 consecutive times.
Auto Lock feature: The Aegis Secure Key instantly locks once unpluged from your computer’s USB port.
Aegis Secure Key
WORKS WITH:

For more information on Aegis Secure Key and other innovative
Apricorn products visit our web site at www.apricorn.com or call 1-800-458-5448
©2013 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 7 to 15-digit pin
Real-time 256-bit AES CBC
Hardware Encryption
Encrypts 100% of your data in real-time with military grade full disk AES CBC (Cipher-Block
Chained) hardware encryption
No software installation No software required to setup or operate - making it perfect for corporate deployments
Administrator feature Allows enrollment of independent user ID’s and one administrator, making it a useful business
collaboration tool
Drive Reset Feature The Aegis Secure Key also includes a drive reset feature which clears both User and Admin
PINs, destroys the data, creates a new randomly generated encryption key and allows the
drive to be reused
Auto Lock feature The Aegis Secure Key automatically locked once you unplug the drive from your computer’s
USB port or power to the USB port is turned off.
Sealed from Physical Attacks
by Tough Epoxy Coating
The internal drive components are protected by a super tough epoxy compound, which
is virtually impossible to remove without causing permanent damage to the electronics.
This barrier prevents a potential hacker from accessing the encryption circuitry and
launching a variety of potential attacks.
OS and platform
independent
Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux and embedded systems
Works with any USB/USB On-The-Go devices
Features Benets
USB 2.0 interface Compatible with any computer USB port or any USB/USB On-The-Go devices
Aluminum Enclosure Dust and water resistant durable aluminium housing
Flash Drive Capacities 4GB, 8GB, 16 and 32GB*
Plug-n-Play and Compatible
on any system
Works with Windows®, Mac® and Linux
Also Android and Symbian systems
Secure storage Excellent for government, health care, insurance companies, nancial institutions, HR
departments and executives with sensitive data
Box Contents Aegis Secure Key, Protective Aluminum Cap and Quick Start Guide
Specications
Data Transfer Rates Up to 27MB per second read. Up to 24MB per second write.
Interface USB 2.0
Dimensions & weight 4.80mm x 20mm x 10.5mm (w/sleeve) | 78mm x 18mm x 10.5mm (w/o sleeve) | 25 grams
Warranty 3 year limited
Approvals FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Validated, FCC & CE
System Requirements OS independent: Windows, Mac® OS, Linux, Android, Symbian
Ordering Information Apricorn Part Number: ASK-256-4GB ASK-256-8GB ASK-2516GB and ASK-256-32GB
STEP 1
Enter your PIN Plug & Play Unplug to lock
STEP 2 STEP 3