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Black 2.5 inch internal SSD with integrated keypad and USB 3.1 cable

Apricorn Mass Storage

Apricorn Mass Storage ASSD-3PL256-2TBF internal SSD

SKU CH-PT5K-N52B7 MPN ASSD-3PL256-2TBF

FIPS 140-2 Level 2 validated 2 TB portable SSD with 256-bit AES hardware encryption and onboard keypad authentication

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Interface typeUSB 3.1
  • Cache memoryNo DRAM (SLC)
  • Included itemsAegis Padlock SSD - USB 3.0 Solid State Drive Quick Start Gu
  • FIPS 140-2 Level 2 validation meets strict security standards
  • AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption protects data without software
  • Onboard keypad authentication keeps security parameters off the host system
  • USB 3.1 interface delivers up to 300 MB/s read speed
  • Software-free setup enables immediate secure operation

Encrypted 2 TB USB 3.1 Drive

The Apricorn Aegis Padlock ASSD-3PL256-2TBF is a 2.5 inch internal solid-state drive with a 2 TB capacity and a USB 3.1 interface. It uses AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption and FIPS 140-2 Level 2 validation. An onboard keypad handles authentication without sharing security parameters with the host system. The drive requires no software for setup or operation.

Sustained Transfer and Thermal Behaviour

The drive specifies a maximum read transfer rate of 300 MB/s over the USB 3.1 connection. With no DRAM cache and an SLC design, write performance will settle at the native flash speed once any buffer fills. The metal enclosure acts as a passive heatsink, so extended sequential workloads are limited by the thermal mass of the chassis rather than active cooling.

Pre-Installation Checklist

Verify that your system provides a USB 3.0 or 3.1 port capable of supplying enough current for the included Y-cable. Confirm the operating system can recognise a hardware-encrypted mass-storage device without proprietary drivers. Ensure physical space for a 2.5 inch form factor and that the Aegis Configurator utility is compatible with your management policies if centralised administration is required.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Internal NVMe & SATA SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $1,025.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 2 TB
Higher than about 70% of the 1,368 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Price per TB $513.00 per TB
Pricier than about 87% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAsura
Product lineAegis Padlock
Model nameAegis Padlock 2 TB
Part numberASSD-3PL256-2TBF
Total capacity2 TB
Storage
Cache memoryNo DRAM (SLC)
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.1
Size & build
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size159 × 121 × 51 mm
In the box
Included itemsAegis Padlock SSD - USB 3.0 Solid State Drive
Quick Start Guide
USB Y-Cable
Travel Pouch

Questions about this item

Does the drive require a separate power adapter?

The included USB Y-cable draws power from two USB ports so no external adapter is needed.

Can I use the drive on a system without installing any software?

Yes, authentication is handled entirely by the onboard keypad and no host software is required.

What encryption standard protects the data on the drive?

AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption with FIPS 140-2 Level 2 validation secures all stored data.

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