{"product_id":"datalocker-dl450-fe-fips-140-3-managed-encrypted-portable-hdd","title":"DataLocker DL450 FE FIPS 140-3 Managed Encrypted Portable HDD","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen the data you are carrying is genuinely sensitive, the drive protecting it needs to be built to a different standard. The DataLocker DL450 FE Managed is a rugged, TAA-compliant encrypted portable hard drive designed for organisations that operate in regulated environments — and the Managed edition puts your IT team in full control of every drive from the moment it is deployed. SafeConsole is required for activation and management, and in return it delivers centralised policy enforcement, remote wipe, smart card authentication, and comprehensive audit reporting across your entire fleet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption runs directly on the device, with onboard key generation that never exposes keys to the host system. FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified, Common Criteria EAL 5+ certified, and sourced through a NATO-trusted supply chain — the DL450 FE meets the standards that matter in procurement frameworks where security is a hard requirement, not a preference. The Managed edition adds smart card authentication (CAC, PIV, YubiKey PIV), so organisations with stringent access control policies can enforce them at the hardware level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption with onboard key generation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified | Common Criteria EAL 5+ certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTAA compliant | NATO-trusted supply chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIP67 rated | MIL-STD-810H certified — built for field use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires SafeConsole for activation and management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart card authentication: CAC, PIV, YubiKey PIV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCentralised policy enforcement, remote wipe, and audit reporting via SafeConsole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C interface — USB 3.2 and USB 2.0 compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDD: 150 MB\/s read, 100 MB\/s write (USB-C 3.2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware sanitize with cryptographic erase (NIST 800-88) in seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKensington Security Slot for physical protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 1TB and 2TB | 3-year limited warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Windows and macOS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe metal-framed enclosure is IP67 rated against dust and water immersion, and MIL-STD-810H certified for shock, vibration, and temperature extremes. Epoxy-coated internals mean the drive resists physical tampering — a requirement in environments where hardware-level attack is a real consideration. A Kensington Security Slot allows the drive to be physically cable-locked when in use. This is not consumer hardware dressed up in compliance language. It is a drive built from the ground up for environments where the data it carries has real consequences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith SafeConsole, administrators can onboard drives centrally, assign policies, enforce password complexity rules, and receive real-time alerts. A lost or stolen drive can be remotely disabled instantly — it becomes unusable even with the correct password. A remote wipe command triggers NIST 800-88 compliant cryptographic erase with tamper-evident proof of destruction, satisfying the audit requirements that regulated industries demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDataLocker DL450 FE Managed Encrypted Portable HDD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C to USB-C cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C to USB-A adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick start guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Q\u0026amp;A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between the Standard and Managed editions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Standard edition (DL450 FE) works as a standalone device — password and biometric authentication, no management software required. It can optionally connect to SafeConsole later. The Managed edition (DL450 FE-M) requires SafeConsole from the outset. In return, it adds smart card authentication (CAC, PIV, YubiKey PIV), centralised policy enforcement, remote wipe, automated audit reporting, and certified proof of data destruction. If you are deploying to a regulated fleet, the Managed edition is the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is SafeConsole, and is it included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e SafeConsole is DataLocker's cloud or on-premise management platform for encrypted storage devices. It is required to activate and use the DL450 FE Managed edition — the drive cannot be used without it. A SafeConsole licence is purchased separately from DataLocker or an authorised reseller. Contact us if you need help with licensing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this drive compatible with both Windows and Mac?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The DL450 FE Managed connects via USB-C (USB 3.2) and is compatible with Windows and macOS. The SafeConsole management console runs on Windows Server or as a cloud-hosted service, so check your IT environment before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What happens if a drive is lost or stolen?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e With SafeConsole, the administrator can remotely disable the drive immediately — it becomes unusable even if the correct password is entered. A remote wipe command triggers a cryptographic erase (NIST 800-88 compliant), destroying all data irreversibly. The hardware auto-wipe also triggers after a configurable number of failed authentication attempts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What certifications does the DL450 FE hold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e FIPS 140-3 Level 3, Common Criteria EAL 5+, IP67, MIL-STD-810H, and TAA compliant. The supply chain is NATO trusted. 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