Kingston DataTraveler 2000 64 GB

In terms of performance, the drive from Kingston is slightly behind its older brother in the face of the Kingston DataTraveler Predator. But in terms of confidentiality of stored information, a flash drive has practically no equal.

Confidentiality

On one side of the aluminium body of the device, there are 10 number keys and a large button with a key icon. Their purpose lies in protecting access to data through a PIN code. The factory password consists of 8 digits ("11223344"), but you can replace it with any other combination (at least 7 characters). Moreover, a simple password (like “1234567”) cannot be set, and you will need to enter it quickly — in 30 seconds. After 10 attempts to enter the wrong PIN code, all data from the drive is automatically deleted and its state is reset to factory settings. An additional link in the protection of information is 256-bit AES encryption using the XTS block cipher mode.

nimble work

Reading and writing files occurs at a speed of 135-140 Mb / s and 40-50 Mb / s, respectively, which is even higher than the claimed values. Such indicators can be obtained by connecting the device via USB 3.1. In conjunction with USB 2.0, the data exchange speed is limited to 30 Mb / s.

All-security

In addition to ensuring complete data confidentiality, the drive is also protected according to the IP57 standard from dust and water ingress. However for this it is necessary not to forget to use a protective cap along the entire length of the case. Of course, the price tag for the Kingston DataTraveler 2000 "bites" a little, but given the all-round security of the drive, it fully justifies itself.