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Graphite 3.5 inch desktop hard drive with front keypad

iStorage

iStorage diskAshur DT2 8TB external hard drive IS-DT2-256-8000-C-X

SKU CH-XS2T-7Z909 MPN IS-DT2-256-8000-C-X

PIN-authenticated 8 TB desktop hard drive with AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption, FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certification and USB 3.2 speeds up to 277 MB/s read and 271 MB/s write

  • ColorGraphite
  • InterfaceUSB 3.1
  • Capacity8TB
  • CacheN/A
  • RPMN/A
  • FeaturesCommon Criteria EAL5+ (Hardware Certified) ready on-board se

Capacity 8TB

  • 4TB
  • 8TB
  • 12TB
  • 18TB
  • 20TB

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • PIN authentication protects data without any software required
  • FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certification meets strict compliance standards
  • AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption secures files in real time
  • Up to 277 MB/s read and 271 MB/s write speeds transfer data fast
  • Works on any device with a USB port across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and Chrome

Secure desktop drive for regulated data

The iStorage diskAshur DT2 is an 8TB desktop hard drive that unlocks with a 7-15 digit PIN entered on its built-in keypad. It uses real-time AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption validated to FIPS PUB 197 and is certified to FIPS 140-2 Level 3. The drive works on any device with a USB port and requires no software installation.

USB 3.2 interface limits

The drive connects via USB 3.2 and is backward compatible with USB 3.1 and earlier versions. Maximum sequential read speed reaches 277MB/s and write speed reaches 271MB/s. Actual throughput depends on the host controller and cable quality. Systems limited to USB 2.0 will see substantially lower transfer rates.

FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certification

This certification confirms the drive meets government-grade physical and logical security requirements for protecting sensitive data. Buyers who do not need validated compliance for regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA or CCPA may find a standard encrypted drive more cost-effective.

Highlights

  • PIN authentication protects data without any software required
  • FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certification meets strict compliance standards
  • AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption secures files in real time
  • Up to 277 MB/s read and 271 MB/s write speeds transfer data fast
  • Works on any device with a USB port across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and Chrome

Specifications

BrandiStorage
SeriesdiskAshur DT2
ModelIS-DT2-256-8000-C-X
ColorGraphite
InterfaceUSB 3.1
Capacity8TB
CacheN/A
RPMN/A
FeaturesCommon Criteria EAL5+ (Hardware Certified) ready on-board secure microprocessorReal-time military grade AES 256-bit XTS Full-Disk Hardware Encryption FIPS PUB 197 Validated Encryption Algorithm (10X faster than USB 2.0)PINs and encryption keys are always encrypted while at restBrute Force Hack Defence Mechanism Tamper ProofImmune to BadUSBEpoxy coated wear resistant keypadNo speed degradation - as fast as any non-encrypted USB 3.1 HDDDesk Lock Slot All components covered with a layer of super tough epoxy resinFIPS 140-2 Level 2, NCSC CPA (foundation level), Common Criteria & NLNCSA -
System RequirementsOperating System Compatibility: MS Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome, Thin Clients, Zero Clients, Android & Embedded Systems
Form Factor3.5"
Dimensions1.71" x 7.30" x 4.41"
Weight2.74 lbs.
Shipping weight1.23 kg
Package size185 × 112 × 43 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I decide which capacity to choose?

The DT2 range runs from 1TB up to 18TB; pick the smallest size that still leaves headroom for future backups so you avoid buying a second drive later.

What do the 277MB/s read and 271MB/s write figures mean in daily use?

Those are the drive’s own maximum sustained speeds; large file copies will approach them, while mixed workloads will be slower.

The drive uses USB 3.2 — what does that cap in practice?

USB 3.2 Gen 1 provides up to 5Gbps bandwidth, so the interface will not bottleneck the drive’s 277MB/s peak.

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