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Apricorn Aegis Padlock User Manual

Apricorn Aegis Padlock
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User
Guide
Aegis Padlock SSD
Remember to save your PIN in a safe
place. If lost or forgotten, there is no way
to access the drive.

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Apricorn Aegis Padlock Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeHDD
HDD size3.5 \
HDD speed- RPM
HDD capacity64 GB
Storage drive buffer size8 MB
USB version2.0
Ethernet LANNo
USB connectorUSB
USB data transfer rates480 Mbit/s
USB 2.0 ports quantity1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) ports quantity0
CertificationFC CE
Product colorGray
Windows operating systems supportedYes
Operating temperature (T-T)-40 - 70 °C
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth120 mm
Width84.5 mm
Height19 mm
Weight176 g

Summary

About the Aegis Padlock SSD

Package Contents

Lists items included in the Aegis Padlock SSD package.

Aegis Padlock SSD - Connections

Before You Begin

Information to review before using the Aegis Padlock SSD.

Connecting the Aegis Padlock

Instructions for connecting the Aegis Padlock SSD to a computer.

Connecting with the USB Y-Cable

Steps to connect using the USB Y-cable if single connection fails.

Aegis Padlock Keypad Panel

First Time Use

Guide for initial setup and setting the Admin PIN.

LED States and Their Meaning

Locking the Drive

Unlocking the Drive

Procedure for unlocking the Aegis Padlock SSD.

Admin Mode

How to enter and exit Admin Mode for drive configuration.

Changing the Admin PIN

Steps to modify the existing Admin PIN.

Adding a New User PIN

Admin-Generated User PIN

Creating a User PIN via Admin Mode.

User-Generated User PIN (User Forced Enrollment)

User-initiated PIN creation process.

Deleting the User PINs

Changing the User PIN

How a user can change their own PIN.

Setting One-Time-Use Recovery PINs

Using a One-Time-Use Recovery PIN

How to use a recovery PIN to regain access.

Setting Read-Only or Read/Write Modes from Admin Mode

Set Drive to Read-Only

Admin procedure to set drive to Read-Only mode.

Return Drive to Read/Write

Admin procedure to revert drive to Read/Write mode.

Setting Read-Only or Read/Write from User Mode

Set Drive to Read-Only

User procedure to set drive to Read-Only mode.

Return Drive to Read/Write

User procedure to revert drive to Read/Write mode.

Setting LED Flicker / Button Press Indicator

Setting Minimum PIN Length Requirement

Configure the minimum length for new PINs.

Setting the Unattended Auto Lock Feature

Configure automatic drive locking after inactivity.

Lock-Override Mode

Enable Lock-Override Mode

Enable mode to prevent automatic locking during reboots.

Disable Lock-Override Mode

Disable Lock-Override mode and restore normal operation.

Aegis Padlock SSD Brute Force Protection

Brute Force Feature

Explains brute force attacks and drive protection mechanisms.

Setting a Self-Destruct PIN

Performing a Complete Reset

Initializing and Formatting After Complete Reset

Steps to initialize and format after a full reset.

Hibernating, Suspending, or Logging Off from the Operating System

Aegis Padlock SSD Setup for Mac OS

Format the Aegis Padlock SSD

Instructions for reformatting the drive for Mac compatibility.

Diagnostic Mode

Self-Diagnostics

Information on drive self-diagnostics and error patterns.

Troubleshooting / FAQs

Forget User PIN

Steps to recover access if the User PIN is forgotten.

Forget Admin PIN

Steps to recover access if the Admin PIN is forgotten.

OS Not Recognizing Drive After Reset

Reasons for the operating system not recognizing the drive post-reset.

LED Blinking RED / Cannot Enter Code

Explanation for the RED LED blinking and inability to enter code.

Troubleshooting / FAQs (cont'd)

Initial LEDs Blink Blue, Red, Green

Meaning of the initial LED color sequence during self-test.

Expected Drive Speed

Information on expected data transfer speeds for the drive.

Data Recovery if PIN Forgotten

Methods to recover data when a PIN is forgotten.

Error Changing PIN

Reasons for errors encountered when attempting to change the PIN.

Quick Reference Guide for Programming Key Combinations

Standby Mode

Key combinations for operations in standby mode.

User Mode

Key combinations for operations in user mode.

Admin Mode

Key combinations for operations in admin mode.

Technical Support

Warranty and RMA Information

Details on product warranty and return procedures.

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