Apricorn Aegis Padlock SSD Review

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We got a chance to review the Apricorn Aegis Padlock SSD unit and it does a superior job at keeping your files secure and protecting your data. With its easy plug and play adaptability and build in cable it fits in your hand and easy to travel with. Its incredibly durable very simple to use but feature rich in its specifications. USB 3.2 gives you the latest in transfer speeds, encryption etc. On top of that plenty of security protection from Brute Force entry and other details to keep your data from being accessed. Highly recommend the product.

Software-Free, 100% hardware-based 256-bit AES XTS encrypted, onboard keypad PIN authenticated, and ultra-fast USB 3.1 (3.0) data transfer speeds. All Data is encrypted on the fly and the PINs and Data remain encrypted while the drive is at rest. Completely cross-platform compatible and OS agnostic; the Padlock SSD thrives with Windows, Linux, Mac, Android, and Chrome. It also thrives where software-authenticated encrypted devices can’t even function, such as embedded systems, machines without a keyboard, and equipment in possession of a powered USB port and storage file system. All internal componentry is protected from physical tampering with a layer of hardened epoxy, and its firmware is locked down to prevent any modifications making it impervious to malware attacks such as BadUSB.


Data Transfer Rate USB 3.2 – up to 350 MB/sec | *To achieve these data transfer speeds, your computer’s internal drive must be solid state. In the case of your computer having a hard drive, the speed will be limited by your internal HDD
Power Supply 100% Bus Powered
Buffer Size 8MB
Interface USB 3.2 Gen 1
Average seek time 0.1 ms Access Time
Shock – operating 1500G/0.5ms | Virtually shock and vibration resistant
Dimensions 2.5 in x 3.3 in x 0.55 in | 64.5 mm x 83.5 mm x 14mm
Warranty 3 Year Limited
Approvals FC CE | FIPS 140-2 Level 2 Validated, cert #3944 | IP66 Certification Policies

Security Policies
ECCN / HTS / Cage Code
5A992.c / 8523.51.0000 / 3VYK8

System Requirements – Compatible with all Operating Systems, including Windows, Mac and Linux Requires USB port (for maximum speeds must be used with a USB 3.0 port) – Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 One gigabyte (GB) = one billion bytes; accessible capacity will be less and actual capacity depends on the operating environment and formatting.

Drive Type: Solid State Drive
Encryption: 256-bit AES Hardware Encryption
Operating Temperature Range: -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
Operating Humidity Range: 95% humidity at temperatures under 131°F (55°C)
Vibration: 20G/20-2000Hz
Crush Resistant: to 6500 lbs