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Rectangular black desktop drive with front keypad and USB 3.0 port

Apricorn

Apricorn ADT-3PL256F-10TB 10TB 3.5" 7200 RPM USB 3.0 external hard drive

SKU CH-ZVQ0-G4521 MPN ADT-3PL256F-10TB

A 10 TB 3.5" desktop external drive with 7200 RPM speed, USB 3.0 interface and on-the-fly AES 256-bit hardware encryption validated to FIPS 197

  • Total capacity10 TB
  • Interface typeUSB 3.0
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Hardware AES-XTS 256-bit encryption protects data on-the-fly
  • FIPS PUB 197 validated algorithm meets military-grade security standards
  • USB 3.0 interface delivers up to 10X faster speeds than USB 2.0
  • 10TB capacity on a 3.5" 7200 RPM drive stores massive datasets
  • Software-free setup with onboard keypad enables instant secure access

Product identity

The Apricorn Aegis Padlock DT is a 10TB 3.5-inch desktop external hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM and connecting through a USB 3.0 interface. It targets users who need high-capacity local storage with hardware-based encryption that works without installing any software on the host computer.

Capacity and headroom

Ten terabytes provide room for large media libraries, project archives and full-system backups while the 7200 RPM spindle keeps sequential throughput respectable for a mechanical drive. The single-drive design means total capacity is fixed at 10TB and there is no internal redundancy, so a drive failure puts the entire dataset at risk unless you maintain separate copies.

Encryption and accessories

A built-in keypad unlocks the AES-XTS 256-bit hardware engine validated to FIPS PUB 197, so data is encrypted on-the-fly the moment the drive is locked and remains protected even if the mechanism is removed from its enclosure. The package includes a USB 3.0 cable and an external power adapter, letting the drive operate immediately on any compatible host without drawing power from the USB port itself.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in High-Capacity External Drives, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $560.99
Pricier than about 67% of the 144 comparable items (median $379.99).
Total capacity 10 TB
Lower than about 55% of the 101 comparable items (median 12 TB).
Price per TB $56.10 per TB
Pricier than about 82% of the 101 comparable items (median $37.00 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAPRICORN
Model nameADT-3PL256F-10 TB
Total capacity10 TB
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.0
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Shipping weight1.67 kg
Package size178 × 127 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

Will the USB 3.0 connection work with my older USB 2.0 ports?

The drive is backwards compatible with USB 2.0, so it will function on older ports at USB 2.0 speeds.

How do I know the AES-XTS 256-bit encryption is active after I set my PIN?

The drive encrypts all data on-the-fly automatically; once a PIN is set, the hardware encryption is active whenever the drive is locked.

Does the package include a power adapter and USB 3.0 cable, or must I buy them separately?

As a 3.5" desktop drive it requires external power, so a power adapter and USB 3.0 cable are included in the box.

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