USB 3.0 /eSATA CDSE-5T-SU3 256 bit AES Hardware Encrypted 5 TB Hard Drive
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About this product
The BUSlink CipherShield CDSE-5T-SU3 is a 5 TB hardware-encrypted portable hard drive, offering robust data security compliant with NIST FIPS 140-2 Level 2 standards and HIPAA. It supports multiple interfaces including USB 3.0, USB 2.0, USB 1.0/1.1, and eSATA, with an eSATA cable included. The drive features shock resistance, is USB-powered, and utilizes an access key for its 256-bit AES encryption, making data inaccessible when the key is unplugged.
Our take
This CipherShield drive is clearly built with security as its top priority. The NIST FIPS 140-2 Level 2 and HIPAA compliance, combined with the 256-bit AES hardware encryption that relies on an access key, make it ideal for anyone handling sensitive data. I appreciate the peace of mind knowing that data is instantly locked when the key is unplugged. The dual interface support (USB 3.0 and eSATA) offers flexibility, although not all systems will utilize eSATA. The shock resistance is a practical addition for a portable device. While it's priced for personal and SOHO use, its robust security features might make it overkill for casual backups, but it excels where data protection is paramount.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- NIST FIPS 140-2 Level 2 compliant encryption
- Secure 256-bit AES hardware encryption
- Multiple interface options including eSATA
- Shock resistant design
Cons
- Requires access key for data access
- Higher price point for secure features
Specifications
- Country of Origin United States
- eSATA cable included
- Compatible With Linux, Laptop, Mac, PC
- USB Specification USB 3.0
- Military Grade Encryption without complicated password/PIN
- MPN CDSE-5T-SU3
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- NIST FIPS 140-2
- Level 2
- California Prop 65 Warning
- WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
- Brand
- BUSlink
- Type
- Portable
- without the access key
- data will not be seen or accessed
- HIPAA
- Yes
- Model
- CipherShield
- Features
- Shock Resistant
- Storage Capacity
- 5 TB
- Real Time
- Unplugged Key & Locked
- Powered
- USB
- Interface
- USB 1.0/1.1, USB 2.0, USB 3.0, eSATA
- Product Line
- CipherShield
- Priced for
- Personal and SOHO use
- UPC
- 677891174877
