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product_id: 155315815
title: "Apricorn 1TB Aegis Secure Key FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Validated 256-bit Encryption USB 3.0 Flash Drive (ASK3-1TB)"
brand: "apricorn"
price: "$1691"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 4
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# 195 MB/s USB 3.0 Speed 1TB Ultra Storage Capacity FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Security Apricorn 1TB Aegis Secure Key FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Validated 256-bit Encryption USB 3.0 Flash Drive (ASK3-1TB)

**Brand:** apricorn
**Price:** $1691
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔐 Secure your success with the toughest 1TB flash drive on the planet!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Apricorn 1TB Aegis Secure Key FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Validated 256-bit Encryption USB 3.0 Flash Drive (ASK3-1TB) by apricorn
- **How much does it cost?** $1691 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- apricorn enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted apricorn brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rugged & Ready:** IP68 certified to survive dust storms and water immersion—built for the relentless professional.
- • **Plug-and-Protect:** Software-free setup with onboard keypad PIN authentication means zero hassle, maximum security.
- • **Tamper-Proof Tech:** Hardened epoxy and locked firmware shield against physical tampering and malware like BadUSB.
- • **Cross-Platform Powerhouse:** Seamlessly works with Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and more—your data, anywhere, anytime.
- • **Military-Grade Encryption:** 256-bit AES XTS hardware encryption keeps your data fortress impenetrable.

## Overview

The Apricorn 1TB Aegis Secure Key is a USB 3.0 flash drive featuring FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated 256-bit AES XTS hardware encryption, IP68-rated ruggedness, and an onboard keypad for PIN authentication. It delivers ultra-fast 195 MB/s read speeds, supports cross-platform compatibility, and incorporates tamper-resistant epoxy and locked firmware to protect against physical and malware attacks—all without requiring software installation.

## Description

Built tough from the inside out, the Aegis Secure Key 3.0 is our most rugged encrypted device featuring IP68 certification against blowing dust and sustained water immersion. The Secure Key 3 also boasts the largest storage capacity of any device in its class. Software-Free, 100% hardware-based 256-bit AES XTS encrypted, onboard keypad PIN authenticated, and ultra-fast USB 3.1 (3.0) data transfer speeds. All Data is encrypted on the fly and the secure USB flash drive device’s PINs and Data remain encrypted while the drive is at rest. Completely cross-platform compatible and OS agnostic, thrives in Windows, Linux, Mac, Android, Chrome, embedded systems, and equipment in possession of a powered USB port and storage file system. All internal componentry is protected from physical tampering with a layer of hardened epoxy, and the firmware is locked down, making it immune to malware attacks such as BadUSB.

## Features

- FIPS 140-2 level 3 Validated
- Aegis Configurator compatible
- Separate Admin and User Mode
- Software-Free Setup and Operation
- Onboard keypad PIN authenticated

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Read Speed | 195 Megabytes Per Second |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Color | 1 TB |
| Model Name | 1TB 256-bit AES XTS hardware encrypted Secure USB 3.0 memory key |
| Product Dimensions | 3.8"D x 1"W x 0.5"H |
| Flash Memory Type | CompactFlash |
| Manufacturer | Apricorn |
| Hardware Connectivity Technology | USB Type A |
| UPC | 708326914871 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00708326914871 |
| RAM | 1 TB |
| Item model number | ASK3-1TB |
| Item Weight | 3.2 ounces |
| Item Dimensions  LxWxH | 4 x 1 x 0.5 inches |
| Flash Memory Size | 1 |
| Batteries | 1 Product Specific batteries required. (included) |
| ASIN | B07QMNC6CD |
| Date First Available | February 21, 2019 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Apricorn
- **Memory Storage Capacity:** 1 TB
- **Hardware Interface:** USB 3.0
- **Special Feature:** Not_Performance_Used
- **Write Speed:** 162 MB/s

## Images

![Apricorn 1TB Aegis Secure Key FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Validated 256-bit Encryption USB 3.0 Flash Drive (ASK3-1TB) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41YOE9RfcVL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is it waterproof? Shock proof? Magnet proof? Etc.?**
A: Waterproof to 3 meters for 30 minutes as I recall.  Very sturdy metal case and cover, and the internal parts are packed in by filler (epoxy?), so yes, pretty much shock proof.  As for magnets - at least to the same degree as a regular USB 'thumb drive" resists them.  I have 2 of them, a 480 MB and a 1 TB unit.  Been using the 480 for about 3 years with complete reliability. Based on my personal experience with them, the company I work for has just chosen them to meet new Department of Defense requirements for storage of certain data that leaves a secure area.  I looked at others before choosing the ASK3, and its simplest to use and meets FIPS 140-2 Level 3 requirements.  Hard to rate it higher than 5 star, but I would if I could.  I also have one of their portable, secure hard drive units - just as solidly built.

**Q: How to change pin?
i finish setup admin pin and user pin
but unable to find how to change the pins
manual describes few topics**
A: I will focus on the user pin process here, I highly recommend the Apricorn YouTube channel, this info is in tutorial video #3 on that channel and it shows all the steps for both user and admin pin changes in real-time.

For the user pin, unlock with the normal pin and unlock button first and wait for the green LED to start blinking.
Then hold number 1 and the unlock button until the red LED starts blinking.
Re-enter the user pin and press unlock, you will see the green LED and blue LED now.
Enter the new user pin and press unlock.
You will see the green LED and a moment later the green and blue LED.
Re-enter the new user pin again and press unlock.
The green LED will show to indicate the process is complete.

The admin pin follows a similar pattern but you hold unlock and 0 to put the key in admin mode first, with different LED patterns to show you are changing admin pin instead of user pin. The Apricorn YouTube channel, tutorial #3, is a good starting point so you can watch the way the LEDs respond in real-time to the button presses.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product - high security!
*by V***H on April 15, 2020*

I bought this to store critical work files, as my company doesn't allow us to use unencrypted flash drives. I have tried several different encrypted drives, and this is BY FAR my favorite.Why, you ask? It all comes down to ease of use. Most other drives work with software to unlock the drive. My work computer is locked down to install software, and for many of the other drives, you have to install decrypting software, on each machine to use the drive. Also, I had a previous software based drive, and after a while, they stopped supporting the software on my Mac (I use both Windows and Mac), and so the drive was useless.This drive is different as the decryption occurs right on the drive. You set up a pin (really easy to do - follow the clear directions) and then every time you want to use the drive, punch in the pin, and then insert the drive. It pops up like any other drive!Note this works on both Windows and Mac (and if you format it correctly, you can use it on both platforms at the same time). Note that this encryption is DoD approved, and is very safe. I feel safe with my data on here. Yes, it's a bit expensive, but if you have important files, like ID docs, bitcoin wallets, data with PII, this drive is worth it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you need to keep data safe and private, this is a great option
*by K***S on January 14, 2019*

If you have an offline crypto currency wallet, or you have a password file or any other confidential files you need kept secure and private, this is what you need.The buttons are easy to press even with large fingers. It's casing is aluminum so very durable and it comes with an aluminum sleeve to go over top to protect the buttons when not in use.You can assign a 16 digit code, there is a reasonable amount of failure attempts before a failsafe wipe all data kicks in as well. I believe you get 4 attempts and then you can press in a code and it'll allow 4 more attempts before the wipe data protection happens.Encryption is a hardware level so it'll work on a mac, windows PC or probably even LInux . If the drive is encrypted you can't mount it in any OS. You first must enter the code and decrypt the file system before the operating system can read it.I would suggest buying these in a pair set though, that way you can use one as a master and one as a secure backup. Or backup to a non-encrypted flash drive that's using software encryption software like VeraCrypt to make an encrypted virtual hard drive.Very happy with the purchase, I've had this now for a few months and it works flawlessly.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Provided the security I needed - satisfied
*by A***R on October 22, 2020*

I purchased two of the 30 GB Aegis Secure Key 3.0 drives in 2017 and they have been working flawlessly for almost three years. I needed security and reliability, and both drives provided this. I have used them with XP and Win-10 OS machines. Due to the nature of my data, I cannot tolerate a loss due to a failed drive, hence the two drives. One is a backup, mirror-image of the other.And as some have noted, occasionally they do seem to run quite warm, but not usually. When they do, I let it cool down before reinstalling the metal protective cover. I don't know, but I wonder if the heating is related to the initial charge state of the internal battery when inserted (E.g. heats up a bit when it has a long charging cycle). I also wonder if the heat is related to the level of data transfer. Regardless, in my use of these, the occasional higher heat doesn't seem to matter. I would not hesitate to purchase again.

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