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Kingston Vault Privacy 50 16GB USB-C flash drive

Kingston Technology Corp.

Kingston Technology Corp. IKVP50C16GB 16GB USB flash drive

SKU CH-VBGW-V17PK MPN IKVP50C16GB

Hardware-encrypted USB-C flash drive with FIPS 197 certified AES 256-bit protection and multi-password admin, user and recovery options

  • FIPS 197 certified AES 256-bit hardware encryption protects data
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C interface enables fast transfers
  • Multi-password support with Admin, User and One-Time Recovery options
  • Passphrase mode allows 10 to 64 character passwords for flexibility
  • Digitally signed firmware guards against BadUSB and brute-force attacks

Kingston Vault Privacy 50 16 GB USB-C Drive

The Kingston Vault Privacy 50 is a hardware-encrypted USB flash drive built for professionals who must keep sensitive data under their direct control. It delivers FIPS 197 certified AES 256-bit encryption in XTS mode with digitally signed firmware to block BadUSB threats.

Suited for regulated environments and mobile workers

Organisations that require multi-password policies with Admin, User and One-Time Recovery roles will benefit from the drive. Users who need cloud synchronisation, network-attached storage or unencrypted plug-and-play convenience should consider other solutions.

FIPS 197 AES 256-bit hardware encryption

This certification is the decisive factor for compliance-driven buyers. The drive enforces brute-force lockout after 10 failed attempts and supports both complex passwords of 6 to 16 characters and passphrases up to 64 characters.

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Price $69.99
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Specifications

Size & build
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size179 × 127 × 1 mm

Questions about this item

How do I set up the Kingston Vault Privacy 50 on a computer with only USB-C ports?

Plug the USB-C connector directly into the port; the drive appears as a removable volume and launches its built-in management utility to create an Admin password before any data can be stored.

What recovery options exist if I forget the User password on this IKVP50C16GB drive?

The Admin can reset the User password, or a One-Time Recovery password can be pre-configured to regain access without data loss.

How many failed login attempts does the hardware allow before it locks the Vault Privacy 50?

After 10 consecutive incorrect entries the drive triggers its brute-force protection and requires a reset to restore access.

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