Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3.0 User Manual

Aegis Secure Key 3.0
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Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3.0 Specifications

General

Capacity	480 GB
Read speed	195 MB/s
USB version	3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
Write speed	162 MB/s
Device interface	USB Type-A
Key ring	Yes
Form factor	Cap
Product color	Black
International Protection (IP) code	IP68
Security algorithms	FIPS 140-2
Keypad number of keys	12
Quantity per pack	1 pc(s)
Harmonized System (HS) code	84717070

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	95.5 mm
Width	24.5 mm
Height	12.6 mm
Weight	46 g

Summary

About the Aegis Secure Key 3.0

Important Usage Notes

Key usage advice, PIN entry prior to plugging in.

Battery Information and Charging

Internal battery, charging, LED indicators for battery status.

PIN Requirements and Rules

Minimum/maximum digits, disallowed combinations (sequential, repeating).

First-Time Use Guide

Setting the Admin PIN

Steps to establish the initial Admin PIN for the key.

Understanding LED Indicators

Explains the different LED color and blinking patterns and their meanings.

Waking the Key

Unlocking the Key

Locking the Key

Entering Admin Mode

Adding a User PIN

Deleting a User PIN

Changing the User PIN

Changing the Admin PIN

Setting Access Modes from Admin

Setting Access Modes from User

Configuring Auto-Lock

Setting a Self-Destruct PIN

Brute-Force Protection Explained

Brute-Force Feature Settings

Details on how the brute-force protection mechanism works and is configured.

Performing a Complete Key Reset

Initializing and Formatting After Reset

OS Interactions and Best Practices

Mac OS Setup and Formatting

Diagnostic Mode Usage

Lock-Override Mode Functionality

Troubleshooting and FAQs

Technical Support Contact

Warranty and RMA Policy