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Rectangular black portable SSD with USB 3.0 port

Apricorn

Apricorn A253PL256S8000 8 TB portable SSD USB 3.0

SKU CH-GN4V-YX8TA MPN A253PL256S8000

Hardware-encrypted 8 TB portable SSD with USB 3.0 interface for secure data transport

  • Total capacity8 TB
  • Interface typeUSB 3.0
  • 8 TB capacity stores massive media libraries and backups
  • USB 3.0 interface delivers fast transfer speeds for large files
  • Hardware-based 256-bit AES encryption protects data without software
  • Rugged external design withstands daily transport and field use
  • Plug-and-play operation requires no drivers on Windows, Mac or Linux

Capacity and interface

The Apricorn Aegis Padlock A253PL256S8000 provides 8 TB of solid-state storage in an external enclosure that connects through a USB 3.0 host interface. It is built for professionals who need large, portable capacity with hardware-based security and no wireless connectivity.

Thermals noise and power

The drive operates without active cooling, so it produces no fan noise and draws power directly from the USB bus. Its external metal chassis acts as a passive heatsink, keeping surface temperatures low during typical file transfers and backups.

Sustained load behaviour

Under continuous read or write workloads the unit maintains consistent throughput without thermal throttling because the all-solid-state design generates minimal heat. The absence of moving parts also means vibration and acoustic output remain negligible throughout extended sessions.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Portable USB SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $4,086.99
Pricier than about 93% of the 410 comparable items (median $202.99).
Total capacity 8 TB
Higher than about 93% of the 311 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Price per TB $510.87 per TB
Pricier than about 95% of the 310 comparable items (median $142.00 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameApricorn
Total capacity8 TB
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.0
Size & build
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size178 × 152 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

How do I connect the Aegis Padlock A25-3PL256-S8000 to my computer and what step do users often miss?

Plug the drive into a USB 3.0 port using the supplied cable, then enter your admin PIN on the built-in keypad before the drive becomes visible to the operating system.

What maintenance will the 8 TB drive need over its lifetime?

No scheduled maintenance is required; keep the firmware current via the Apricorn utility and replace the unit if the hardware encryption module fails.

What limit appears first during sustained transfers on the USB 3.0 interface?

The USB 3.0 bus caps sustained throughput, so long sequential reads or writes will hit that interface ceiling before the internal flash reaches its own limit.

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