iStorage diskAshur² 500GB Portable Hard Drive, USB 3.2 Gen 1, 5400 RPM, PIN-Secured AES-XTS 256-bit Encryption, Black

SKU: IS-DA2-256-500-B

£250.36

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About this item

  • 500 GB portable HDD, spinning at 5,400 RPM
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, up to 5,000 Mbit/s
  • Read speed 171 MB/s; write speed 148 MB/s
  • PIN-secured 256-bit AES-XTS hardware encryption
  • Compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux and server systems
  • Dust- and water-resistant silicone and rubber housing
  • Measures 124 × 84 × 19 mm; weighs 216 g
Description

iStorage diskAshur² 500GB – PIN-secured portable storage

The iStorage diskAshur² 500GB suits professionals and individuals who need to carry sensitive files securely. Its strongest benefit is hardware-based AES-XTS 256-bit encryption, with access controlled by a PIN entered on the drive.

Key details for secure storage

Metric Specification
Capacity 500 GB
Drive type and speed HDD, 5400 RPM
Encryption Hardware-based AES-XTS 256-bit
Access Integrated keypad, 7–15-digit PIN
Connection USB Type-A, USB 3.2 Gen 1
Read and write speeds 171 MB/s read, 148 MB/s write

Keep files protected without extra software

Set a unique 7–15-digit PIN on the integrated keypad. The drive uses hardware encryption, so you can access your files without installing security software. It also has a lock-out function to help defend against repeated access attempts.

The enclosure is dust resistant and water resistant, with a silicone and rubber housing. These protections can help when you carry the drive between work locations.

Connect across supported systems

Plug and Play operation makes setup straightforward. The drive supports Windows, macOS, Linux, server and mobile operating systems. It connects through USB Type-A and supports USB 3.2 Gen 1, with a maximum transfer rate of 5000 Mbit/s.

Actual file transfer times depend on the files and the connected device. The drive’s listed read speed is 171 MB/s, while its write speed is 148 MB/s.

Check your setup before ordering

  • Confirm your computer or device has a USB Type-A port.
  • Check that your operating system is Windows, macOS, Linux, a server OS or a supported mobile OS.
  • Consider whether 500 GB suits the files you plan to carry.
  • Check that the drive’s 124 × 84 × 19 mm size and 216 g weight suit your travel setup.

Included with the drive

  • Carrying case
  • User guide
  • Warranty card

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the drive require security software?

A: No. It uses hardware encryption and PIN access, with software-free setup and operation.

Q: How do I unlock the drive?

A: Enter your 7–15-digit PIN using the integrated keypad.

Q: Which connection does it use?

A: It connects through USB Type-A and supports USB 3.2 Gen 1.

Q: What warranty does it include?

A: It includes a three-year warranty.

A practical choice for protected portable files

Choose the iStorage diskAshur² 500GB if you want portable HDD storage with PIN-controlled access and hardware encryption. Its broad operating system support and included carrying case make it suitable for moving files between compatible devices.

Specifications
Data transmission
USB data transfer rates5000 Mbit/s
Performance
Mobile operating systems supportedYes
USB version3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
Windows operating systems supportedYes
USB data transfer rates5000 Mbit/s
Plug and PlayYes
Mac operating systems supportedYes
Wi-FiNo
Linux operating systems supportedYes
Server operating systems supportedYes
Software
Windows operating systems supportedYes
Mac operating systems supportedYes
Linux operating systems supportedYes
Server operating systems supportedYes
Hard drive
Read speed171 MB/s
Write speed148 MB/s
HDD speed5400 RPM
HDD capacity500 GB
TypeHDD
Storage drive buffer size8 MB
Ports & interfaces
USB connectorUSB Type-A
Thunderbolt technologyNo
USB version3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
USB data transfer rates5000 Mbit/s
Wi-FiNo
Maximum data transfer rate5000 Mbit/s
Features
Mobile operating systems supportedYes
Password protectionYes
Product colourBlack
Windows operating systems supportedYes
Plug and PlayYes
Protection featuresDust resistant, Water resistant
Mac operating systems supportedYes
LED indicatorsYes
Linux operating systems supportedYes
CertificationFIPS PUB 197
Cable lock slotYes
Server operating systems supportedYes
Security algorithms256-bit AES-XTS
Housing materialSilicone, Rubber
Fingerprint readerNo
PIN-secured accessYes
Hardware encryptionYes
Keypad integratedYes
Security
Password protectionYes
Protection featuresDust resistant, Water resistant
Cable lock slotYes
Security algorithms256-bit AES-XTS
Fingerprint readerNo
PIN-secured accessYes
Hardware encryptionYes
Smart card readerYes
Lock-out functionYes
Certificates
CertificationFIPS PUB 197
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) complianceYes
Design
Product colourBlack
Protection featuresDust resistant, Water resistant
LED indicatorsYes
CertificationFIPS PUB 197
Housing materialSilicone, Rubber
Power
Bus poweredUSB
Weight & dimensions
Weight216 g
Width84 mm
Depth19 mm
Height124 mm
Packaging data
User guideYes
Warranty cardYes
Carrying caseYes
Technical details
USB version3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
Product colourBlack
Plug and PlayYes
Protection featuresDust resistant, Water resistant
LED indicatorsYes
Wi-FiNo
Cable lock slotYes
Housing materialSilicone, Rubber
Harmonized System (HS) code84717098
Warranty period3 years
Compliance certificatesC-TICK, Federal Communications Commission (FCC), RoHS, UKCA
Other features
Fingerprint readerNo
Warranty period3 years
Compliance certificatesC-TICK, Federal Communications Commission (FCC), RoHS, UKCA
Maximum data transfer rate5000 Mbit/s
Carrying caseYes
Certification
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) complianceYes
Packaging content
User guideYes
Warranty cardYes
Carrying caseYes
Logistics data
Export Control Classification Number (ECCN)5A992c
Harmonized System (HS) code84717098
Identifiers
Additional EANs0810111421133

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