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Metallic USB flash drive with built-in keypad and aluminium housing

Apricorn

Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3z 64GB USB 3.1 Flash Drive ASK3Z-64GB

SKU CH-7SG4-NQESV MPN ASK3Z-64GB

Hardware-encrypted 64 GB USB 3.1 drive with on-the-fly 256-bit AES-XTS protection, PIN authentication, and IP57-rated aluminium housing

  • Total capacity64 GB
  • USB port typesUSB 3.1
  • Security features256bit AES Encryption
  • Hardware AES-XTS encryption protects data automatically
  • PIN entry on the drive works without any software
  • USB 3.1 interface delivers 77 MB/s read and 72 MB/s write
  • IP57-rated aluminium housing resists water and dust
  • FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validation pending for government-grade assurance

Secure USB drive for portable data

The Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3z is a 64GB USB 3.1 flash drive built for users who must keep sensitive files safe while moving between devices. Hardware-based 256-bit AES-XTS encryption protects every byte without installing software on the host computer. A built-in keypad accepts a 7 to 16 digit PIN for authentication before the drive mounts.

Thermals noise and power in daily use

The rugged aluminium housing carries an IP57 rating for water and dust resistance, so the drive stays cool and quiet inside a sealed metal shell. No moving parts mean silent operation and negligible heat during sustained read or write activity. Power comes entirely from the USB port, drawing only the current the host controller supplies.

Deciding specification — hardware PIN encryption

The single factor that determines fit is the on-device 7 to 16 digit PIN entry combined with 256-bit AES-XTS hardware encryption. If your workflow requires software-free, cross-platform authentication that never shares keys with the host OS, this drive meets that need. Buyers who want larger capacity or who prefer software-managed encryption should look elsewhere.

How it compares

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

Price $139.99
Pricier than about 88% of the 1,099 comparable items (median $31.99).
Total capacity 64 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 746 items is 64 GB.
Price per TB $2,187.34 per TB
Pricier than about 92% of the 600 comparable items (median $226.48 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameApricorn
Product lineAegis Secure Key 3z
Model name64 GB Aegis Secure Key 3z
Part numberASK3Z-64 GB
Total capacity64 GB
Ports & slots
USB port typesUSB 3.1
Size & build
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size152 × 152 × 51 mm
More details
Security features256bit AES Encryption

Questions about this item

How do I set up the 7-16 digit PIN on the Aegis Secure Key 3z before first use?

Plug the drive into any USB 3.1 port, then follow the on-device keypad sequence to enter and confirm a 7-16 digit PIN; the drive encrypts all data with 256-bit AES-XTS once the PIN is accepted.

What part of the Aegis Secure Key 3z is most likely to wear out and need replacement after heavy daily use?

The USB 3.1 connector and the integrated keypad membrane are the only moving-contact parts; the aluminium IP57 housing and solid-state memory have no mechanical wear items.

At what point does sustained write speed become the bottleneck on this 64 GB model?

Sequential write tops out at 72 MB/s, so prolonged large-file transfers will hit that ceiling before the 77 MB/s read limit or the 64 GB capacity fills.

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