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Buslink CipherShield AES Encrypted External Drive

Part #: 1-2162053

Buslink CipherShield AES Encrypted External Drive

Part #: 1-2162053 MFG Part #: CSX-28TRU3 UPC #: 677891184401
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About the Buslink CipherShield CSX-28TRU3

This RAID hard drive supports large capacity and USB 3.2 Gen 1/eSATA interface. It supports RAID 0 striping with 2 drives for faster transfer. The aluminum alloy casing supports efficient heat dissipation. This drive is perfect for your everyday data storage and backup.

CipherShield drive safeguards and protects classified information when they are too important to be left in the hand of one individual. To gain access to the drive, authentication will be based on one unique Cipherkey. It requires one key to be plugged in all the time while working with the drive. It is like getting a safe deposit box that takes one key to open. It is suitable for group settings where more than one individual is working on highly confidential projects. i.e. blueprints for the company's next new products, top-secret programs, highly confidential legal cases, sensitive customer records, and financial information.

Smart Insert with CipherKey allows you to have total control of your data with two intelligent key insertion modes. Standard design with all CipherShield drives, mode 0 with hotplug mechanism enables you to authenticate and access the drive when the CipherKey is plugged in. When the key is removed, all data within the drive are encrypted. Mode 1 is better utilized for a large data backup job where you don't want to be tied waiting for the data transfer to be completed. The CipherShield drive is authenticated by plugging the key in once and removed. The drive runs without the need to have the key connected at all times. The risk of theft is no longer a concern because when a USB or power cable is unplugged, the drive will automatically lock down its content. A limited number of models available, the rest can be special ordered from Buslink, or specify the key mode 1 when ordering from resellers or your preferred IT solution providers.

CipherShield design features a chip embedded in the access key which matches the AES encryption module on the controller board. The drive will automatically lock down its content once the key is unplugged, or the power is shut off. And without the access key, data will not be seen or accessed in the event of theft or loss of the external drive. Data stored on the hard drive are safeguarded by a hardware-based National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) certified industrial strength AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) cryptographic engine. The advantage of hardware encryption over software encryption is that you need not be concerned about Trojans/viruses or software upgrades, which results in a decrease in the total cost of ownership. You do not need to remember complicated passwords or PINs. Since CipherShield encrypts data independent of the operating system; removing the drive and connecting it directly to the SATA BUS will not defeat the encryption. Unit is bundled with two keys and registration is required for key duplication.

This RAID hard drive supports large capacity and USB 3.2 Gen 1/eSATA interface. It supports RAID 0 striping with 2 drives for faster transfer. The aluminum alloy casing supports efficient heat dissipation. This drive is perfect for your everyday data storage and backup.

CipherShield drive safeguards and protects classified information when they are too important to be left in the hand of one individual. To gain access to the drive, authentication will be based on one unique Cipherkey. It requires one key to be plugged in all the time while working with the drive. It is like getting a safe deposit box that takes one key to open. It is suitable for group settings where more than one individual is working on highly confidential projects. i.e. blueprints for the company's next new products, top-secret programs, highly confidential legal cases, sensitive customer records, and financial information.

Smart Insert with CipherKey allows you to have total control of your data with two intelligent key insertion modes. Standard design with all CipherShield drives, mode 0 with hotplug mechanism enables you to authenticate and access the drive when the CipherKey is plugged in. When the key is removed, all data within the drive are encrypted. Mode 1 is better utilized for a large data backup job where you don't want to be tied waiting for the data transfer to be completed. The CipherShield drive is authenticated by plugging the key in once and removed. The drive runs without the need to have the key connected at all times. The risk of theft is no longer a concern because when a USB or power cable is unplugged, the drive will automatically lock down its content. A limited number of models available, the rest can be special ordered from Buslink, or specify the key mode 1 when ordering from resellers or your preferred IT solution providers.

CipherShield design features a chip embedded in the access key which matches the AES encryption module on the controller board. The drive will automatically lock down its content once the key is unplugged, or the power is shut off. And without the access key, data will not be seen or accessed in the event of theft or loss of the external drive. Data stored on the hard drive are safeguarded by a hardware-based National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) certified industrial strength AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) cryptographic engine. The advantage of hardware encryption over software encryption is that you need not be concerned about Trojans/viruses or software upgrades, which results in a decrease in the total cost of ownership. You do not need to remember complicated passwords or PINs. Since CipherShield encrypts data independent of the operating system; removing the drive and connecting it directly to the SATA BUS will not defeat the encryption. Unit is bundled with two keys and registration is required for key duplication.

Technical Specifications of the Buslink CipherShield CSX-28TRU3

General Information


Manufacturer Buslink Media
Manufacturer Part Number CSX-28TRU3
Manufacturer Website Address http://www.buslink.com
Brand Name Buslink
Product Line CipherShield
Product Model CSX-28TRU3
Product Name CipherShield AES Encrypted External Drive
Product Type DAS Storage System

Storage


Number of Hard Drives Supported 2
Number of Hard Drives Installed 2
Total Hard Drive Capacity Installed 28 TB

I/O Expansions


Number of Total Expansion Bays 2

Controllers


Controller Type Serial ATA
RAID Supported Yes
RAID Levels 0

Interfaces/Ports


Drive Interface Serial ATA
Host Interface USB 3.2 (Gen 1)eSATA
Total Number of USB Ports 1
Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports 1
eSATA Yes

Physical Characteristics


Form Factor Desktop

Miscellaneous


Package Contents
  • CipherShield AES Encrypted External Drive
  • 2 x Cipherkeys
  • USB 3.0 A To B cable
  • eSATA Cable
  • Power Adapter
  • User Manual

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