iStorage dishAshur2 Offers Solid Secure Data Storage at Home or on the Go

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Posted By: David Goodspeed

Data has become a modern-day currency of sorts, and in some cases is valued more than money itself. This type of data must be protected but it has not always been easy (or economical) to do so for the individual. The new diskAshur2 portable solid-state drives from iStorage can provide this security easily and affordably.

iStorage dishAshur2 Offers Solid Secure Data Storage at Home or on the Go

iStorage diskAshur2/Image courtesy iStorage

In technical terms, diskAshur2 employs AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption to secure all data on the drive in real-time using FIPS PUB 197 validated encryption algorithm. It is PIN authenticated and is protected from any type of hacking attempt and even physical attack. It is water and dust resistant and utilizes USB 3.1 data transfer protocol for transfer speeds up to 294 MBps read and 319 MBps write while being backward compatible with previous USB protocols.

iStorage dishAshur2 Offers Solid Secure Data Storage at Home or on the Go

The diskAshur2 SSD devices are pocket-sized and feature a built-in USB cable and the case also includes a desk lock slot. No additional software or drivers are needed and the device is OS and platform independent. The keyboard is epoxy coated and wear resistant and is offered in a choice of Phantom Black, Ocean Blue, Fiery Red, and Racing Green. Storage capacity ranges from 500GB to 5TB.

iStorage dishAshur2 Offers Solid Secure Data Storage at Home or on the Go

On receiving the test unit, I sent it into Brute Force Hack Defense mode without really even trying. I did not follow the startup directions carefully enough and the diskAshur2 went into lockdown mode before I knew it. A quick perusal of the online manual showed where I erred and provided reset instructions as all data on the drive had been wiped out. Unit worked like a champ before I even know what was going on. Once I got things back up and operating normally the little SSD worked perfectly and data transfers were lightning quick. The unit is very lightweight as well so no added fatigue if being carried in a backpack or computer bag all day. It is rugged, well-built, and, as I found out, secure as Fort Knox.

iStorage dishAshur2 Offers Solid Secure Data Storage at Home or on the Go

Pricing for the diskAshur2 SSD devices begins at $195.99 at Amazon [affiliate link]. More information can be found at www.istorage-uk.com.

Source: Review sample provided by the manufacturer

What I Like: Solidly built; Extreme security for data

What Needs Improvement: A more thorough manual included in box

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About the Author

David Goodspeed
David was editor of AutoworldToday at Today Newspapers in the Dallas suburbs until its closing in 2009. He was also webmaster and photographer/videographer. He got started doing photography for the newspaper while working as a firefighter/paramedic in one of his towns, and began working for the newspaper group full-time in 1992. David entered automotive journalism in 1998 and became AutoworldToday editor in 2002. On the average, he drives some 100 new vehicles each year. He enjoys the great outdoors and as an avid fly fisherman, as is his spouse Tish. He especially enjoys nature photography and is inspired by the works of Ansel Adams.