{"product_id":"datalocker-dl450-fe-fips-140-3-standard-encrypted-portable-ssd","title":"DataLocker DL450 FE FIPS 140-3 Standard Encrypted Portable SSD","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen sensitive data leaves the building, the weakest link is usually the device carrying it. The DataLocker DL450 FE removes that weakness entirely. It is a rugged, TAA-compliant encrypted portable SSD built for organisations that cannot afford a data breach — government agencies, defence contractors, healthcare providers, legal teams, and anyone else who treats data security as a hard requirement rather than a checkbox.\u003c\/p\u003e\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 regulated environments. The Standard edition supports standalone use with password-based authentication and biometric login via Windows Hello and Touch ID, with no management software required.\u003c\/p\u003e\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\u003ePassword-based and biometric authentication (Windows Hello, Touch ID)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C interface — USB 3.2 and USB 2.0 compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSSD: 250 MB\/s read, 250 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, 2TB, 4TB, 7.6TB, and 15.3TB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Windows and macOS | 3-year limited warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe physical build matches the security ambitions of the electronics inside. The 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 Kensington Security Slot gives you the option to cable-lock it to a desk or equipment rack when in use. This is a drive that survives the environments it is deployed in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentication is handled directly on the device — no software installation required for standalone use. Password entry and biometric login via Windows Hello or Apple Touch ID give users flexible, fast access. If the wrong password is entered too many times, the drive triggers an automatic crypto-erase, wiping all data irreversibly. The hardware sanitize feature uses NIST 800-88 compliant cryptographic erase and completes in seconds — full data destruction without the time penalty of overwrite-based methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Standard edition (Optional Management) ships ready to use as a standalone device. It can also be connected to SafeConsole at a later date if centralised management, smart card authentication (CAC, PIV, YubiKey PIV), audit reporting, or remote wipe capability is needed in the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the Standard and Managed editions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Standard edition (labelled Optional Management) works fully as a standalone device straight out of the box — no management software required. It supports password-based and biometric (Windows Hello, Touch ID) authentication, and can be used independently without any network connection or server. The Managed edition requires a SafeConsole subscription and connects to DataLocker's centralised management platform, which adds smart card authentication (CAC, PIV, YubiKey PIV), remote wipe, certified data erasure, policy enforcement, and audit reporting. The Standard edition can be enrolled into SafeConsole at a later date if your requirements change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the DL450 FE work with macOS?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The DL450 FE is compatible with macOS, but requires a one-time driver installation with elevated privileges on first use. DataLocker bundles the driver as on-board software on the drive itself, so no separate download is needed — the guided setup walks you through it on first connection. Once installed, the drive operates normally across macOS sessions. It can also be mass-deployed via network management tools for no end-user impact in enterprise environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens if the drive is lost or stolen?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe data is protected by AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption with onboard key generation — without the correct authentication, the data is inaccessible. If an incorrect password is entered repeatedly, the drive triggers an automatic crypto-erase, permanently destroying the encryption keys and rendering all data unrecoverable. The hardware sanitize feature also allows an authorised user to perform a NIST 800-88 compliant cryptographic erase in seconds. In the Managed edition, remote wipe via SafeConsole adds an additional layer of protection for connected deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the 15.3TB model have any special power or connection requirements?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 15.3TB SSD model requires a USB Type C port capable of delivering 15W or more. On hosts with only USB-A ports, a powered USB-A hub with USB-C support is required — a standard passive adapter is not sufficient for the 15.3TB capacity. The 7.6TB and smaller models are compatible with USB-A connections via the included USB-C to USB-A adapter without special power requirements. 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