CRU-DataPort SecureDock 500GB Encrypted Enclosure
Jan 11th, 2010 | By NivedhThe CRU-DataPort SecureDock comes in an unassuming white box. I’m sure the retail version will be more colorful. We have the 500GB version.
Opening the package, we’re greeted with a couple of installation guides.
Let’s take a look at the features and specifications before getting our hands on the SecureDock.
I went to CRU’s webpage for the SecureDock to get the following information.
Description:
DataPort® SecureDock(TM)
Desktop Hard Drive Enclosure
with Hot-Swap Encrypted Drives
* AES Data Encryption Built-In
* USB 2.0 and eSATA Interface
* Removable DataPort 10 Secure Drive Carrier
Applications:
Secure Backup Data
Prevent Unauthorized Access
Protect Sensitive Data
Prevent Identity Theft
Protect Customer Information
Government Regulations
Overview:
Encryption Data
* Available in Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) 128
* AES 128 is Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) approved
* Encrypts entire HDD – including boot sector, OS, temp and swap files
* Encryption Key is stored apart from unit so data is protected if unit is lost or stolen
* High-Speed hardware processor encrypts/decrypts at full disk bandwidth operation (No performance degradation)
* Encryption Engine Performs Self-test to check for problems
* LEDs Indicate Encryption Error Checking and Power/Drive Activity
* Most units include three identical pre-coded Security Keys
* AES Key Programmer, hand-held key progtammer, sold separately
* Additional blank and pre-coded Security Key’s available, sold separately
* Additional Security Key lanyards available, sold separately
Compatibility Data
* Compatible with any capacity SATA 3.5″ hard drive
* Compatible with existing (non-encrypted) SATA DataPort 10 Drive Carriers
Specifications
* USB 2.0 and eSATA Host Interface
* USB cable, eSATA cable and power supply included
* Rugged Metal Design For Ultimate Data Protection
* Patented Temperature Controlled Cooling System regulates fan speed
* LEDs show Power, Drive activity and Security Key status
* High durability connectors rated for over 30,000 insertions
* Audible fan failure alarm
* Ultra-quiet Vapo Bearing MagLev (Magnetic Levitation System) cooling fan
* Supports DataPort 10 Secure and DataPort 10 (non-encrypted) SATA hard drive carriers
* Free backup software is included with every purchase of a SecureDock preconfigured with a hard drive.
o ProSoft’s award-winning backup software (a $59 value) for free!
* Transfers data at the fastest rates supported by USB 2.0 & eSATA interfaces:
o USB 2.0 = up to 480Mb/sec
o eSATA = up to 1.5 Gb/sec
* 1-Year Warranty
* CE, RoHS
Design
* Dimensions*
6.8 W x 11.1 L x 2.4 H (inch)
172 W x 282 L x 61 H (mm)
* Dimensions are for reference only
Basically, the DataPort SecureDock is an external hard drive enclosure with USB 2.0 and eSATA interfaces that also has integrated AES 128 encryption. It can be used with any SATA hard drive. Our review sample has a 500 GB hard drive.