{"product_id":"istorage-diskashur-m2-hardware-encrypted-portable-ssd","title":"iStorage diskAshur M2 Hardware Encrypted Portable SSD","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe iStorage diskAshur M2 is the world's smallest, lightest and most rugged FIPS-compliant hardware-encrypted portable SSD. It packs military-grade AES-XTS 256-bit encryption, a full onboard PIN keypad, and an IP68-rated rugged shell into a form factor barely bigger than a USB stick — small enough to sit in your palm, tough enough to survive a 4-metre drop onto concrete or the weight of a 2.7-tonne vehicle driving over it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike software-based encryption solutions, the diskAshur M2 requires no drivers, no software and no cloud account. Enter your 7-15 digit PIN directly on the onboard keypad and the drive unlocks instantly. Unplug it and every byte is locked behind AES-XTS 256-bit full-disk hardware encryption. The Common Criteria EAL 5+ certified secure microprocessor generates true random encryption keys and defends against physical side-channel attacks — SPA, DPA, SEMA and DEMA — without you lifting a finger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe M2 brings something genuinely new to the encrypted drive category: quantum-resistant security architecture. The cryptographic module is built entirely around symmetric encryption, with no RSA or ECC asymmetric algorithms — the ones known to be vulnerable to future quantum computing attacks. That makes the diskAshur M2 a long-term investment for organisations that need to protect data not just today, but in a post-quantum world. It connects via USB 3.2 Gen 1 with both USB-C and USB-A cables included, delivering up to 370MB\/s read and write — fast enough for video work, backups and large file transfers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-compact and rugged — 106 x 45 x 12mm, weighs just 65g without sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAES-XTS 256-bit full-disk hardware encryption — FIPS PUB 197 validated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Criteria EAL 5+ (hardware certified) secure microprocessor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantum-resistant security — no asymmetric algorithms (no RSA or ECC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePIN authenticated — 7-15 digit alphanumeric keypad with wear-resistant polymer coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrute force protection — User PIN deleted after 10 consecutive wrong entries; Admin PIN wipes all data after 10 failures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIP68 rated — survives submersion in 1.5m of water for 30 minutes; dust and sandproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShockproof (4m drop onto concrete) and crushproof (withstands 2.7-tonne vehicle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 1 — up to 370MB\/s read and write — USB-C and USB-A cables included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndependent Admin and User PINs — plus one-time User recovery PIN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead-only (write protect) mode — configurable by Admin or User\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuto-lock on removal or after a set idle time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-destruct PIN — wipes all data, keys and PINs permanently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBootable — install and run an OS directly from the drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOS and host independent — works with Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Citrix, VMware and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned, developed and assembled in the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGDPR, HIPAA, CCPA and TAA compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\u003eiStorage diskAshur M2 portable encrypted SSD with protective sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C cable and USB-A cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick Start Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-year manufacturer's warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this compatible with my Mac or PC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the diskAshur M2 is completely OS and host independent. It works with MS Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, Thin Clients, Zero Clients, Embedded Systems, Citrix and VMware. No software or drivers need to be installed. It will work on any device with a USB port — including tablets and smartphones with USB OTG support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens if I forget my PIN?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have set up an Admin PIN, it can be used to unlock the drive and assign a new User PIN without losing data. The Admin can also configure a one-time User recovery PIN for exactly this situation. If no Admin PIN was set and the User PIN is entered incorrectly 10 consecutive times, the User PIN is deleted and only the Admin PIN or recovery PIN can unlock the drive. If the Admin PIN is entered incorrectly 10 consecutive times, all data, PINs and the encrypted encryption key are permanently deleted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does brute force protection work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe diskAshur M2 tracks consecutive incorrect PIN entries. After 10 wrong User PIN attempts, the User PIN is deleted — but data remains accessible via the Admin PIN or one-time recovery PIN. The Admin can configure this threshold from 1-10 attempts for User PINs. If the Admin PIN itself is entered incorrectly 10 consecutive times, the drive permanently wipes all data, all PINs and the encrypted encryption key and resets to factory state. The drive can then be redeployed with a new encryption key.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the self-destruct PIN do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Admin can pre-program a self-destruct PIN. If this PIN is entered, the drive immediately and permanently deletes all data, the encrypted encryption key and all PINs — rendering the data unrecoverable. This is designed for high-security environments where a drive must be neutralised quickly if at risk of seizure or theft. The drive can be redeployed with a new encryption key afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the diskAshur M2 truly waterproof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — it is IP68 rated, meaning it can survive being submerged in 1.5 metres of water for 30 minutes. It is also fully dustproof and sandproof. Combined with its shockproof (4m drop) and crushproof (2.7-tonne vehicle) design, it is one of the most physically rugged encrypted drives available anywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInterface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 1 SuperSpeed (up to 5Gbps) — backwards compatible with USB 3.0\/2.0\/1.1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnector\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-C (cable included) and USB-A (cable included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCapacities (SSD)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e240GB, 500GB, 1TB, 2TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpeed (SSD)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRead: up to 370MB\/s — Write: up to 370MB\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEncryption\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAES-XTS 256-bit full-disk hardware encryption (FIPS PUB 197 validated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAuthentication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePIN authenticated — 7-15 digit alphanumeric PIN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMicroprocessor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Criteria EAL 5+ (hardware certified) secure microprocessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFIPS PUB 197, FCC, CE, WEEE, RoHS, REACH, TAA Compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompliance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGDPR, HIPAA, CCPA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIP Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP68 — dustproof; waterproof to 1.5m for 30 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShockproof\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurvives a 4m drop onto concrete\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCrushproof\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWithstands the weight of a 2.7-tonne vehicle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions (with sleeve)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e106 x 45 x 12mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions (without sleeve)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e111 x 45 x 12mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight (with sleeve)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e86g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight (without sleeve)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus powered (USB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAuto-lock\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOn removal, or programmable after a set time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 years manufacturer's warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesigned, developed and assembled in the UK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/istorage-uk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/iStorage_diskAshur-M2_datasheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload iStorage diskAshur M2 Datasheet (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWindows\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindows 11, 10, 8, 7 and later\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003emacOS\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll versions (no drivers required)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLinux\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (kernel with USB mass storage support)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChrome OS\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAndroid\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (USB OTG supported devices)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOther\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThin Clients, Zero Clients, Embedded Systems, Citrix, VMware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHost Independent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorks on any device with a USB port — no software or drivers required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eProduct Videos\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Qxu8weA8xpU?rel=0\" title=\"iStorage diskAshur M2 Hardware Encrypted Portable SSD\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; 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