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iStorage diskAshur³ 500GB Blue | Secure Portable Hard Drive | FIPS 140-3 Level 3 Complaint |Common Criteria EAL 5+ | PIN protected | AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption | GDPR, TAA Compliant | Dust/Water Resistant |

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$199.95 from US · Amazon.com Updated 2 weeks ago Last updated Sep 3, 2026 03:14 UTC
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Ratings & price sourced from Amazon.com (United States).

Capacity
500 GB
Depth
20.8 mm
Wi-Fi
N
Width
83 mm
Height
131 mm
Weight
254 g
Drive form factor
2.5
Read speed
171 MB/s
User guide
Y
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Overview

Introducing the iStorage diskAshur3 - a state-of-the-art portable HDD/SSD that sets a new benchmark in effortless data security. With its sleek design and user-friendly interface, this brand-new device ensures unparalleled protection for your data.

Meticulously crafted to offer enhanced portability and security, the diskAshur3 incorporates all the essential features of other iStorage products, such as PIN protection and hardware encryption, alongside numerous innovative technological advancements.

Using the device is effortlessly simple: simply connect to the host USB port (USB Type-A and Type-C cables included) and input the user-configured 8-64 digit PIN. Upon entering the correct PIN, all data stored on the drive will be decrypted and accessible. To lock the drive, simply eject it from the host, and all data will be encrypted.

The TAA-compliant drive is available in capacities of up to 16TB and redefines the standard for securing data with ease and confidence.

The firmware of the iStorage diskAshur3 complies with FIPS 140-3 Level 3 standards. Additionally, the drive features a secure microprocessor certified to Common Criteria EAL5+, along with a distinctive flash lock mechanism, providing defence against potential firmware attacks on the microprocessor.

It also provides robust protection against BadUSB attacks via an innovative secure USB controller firmware protection mechanism. This guarantees the authentication of the USB controller firmware prior to any unlocking attempt, further enhancing security measures.

OS & Platform Independent
Cross-platform compatible with:

MS Windows, macOS, iPadOS, Linux, Android, Chrome, Thin Clients, Zero, Clients, Embedded Systems, Citrix, VMware, DVR’s, Medical Equipment, Printers, Scanners, CCTV.

In fact, it will work on any device with a USB port!

Technical Specifications

Physical

6 SPECS
Depth
20.8 mm
Width
83 mm
Height
131 mm
Weight
254 g
Colour
Blue
Customs (HS) code
84717098

Storage

3 SPECS
Read speed
171 MB/s
Write speed
148 MB/s
Capacity
500 GB

General

33 SPECS
Wi-Fi
No
Drive form factor
2.5
User guide
Yes
Bus powered
USB
USB version
3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
Carrying case
Yes
Plug and Play
Yes
USB connector
USB Type-C
Warranty card
Yes
LED indicators
Yes
Included cables
USB Type-A,USB Type-C
Warranty period
3
Housing material
Plastic
Keypad integrated
Yes
Lock-out function
Yes
Smart card reader
Yes
Fingerprint reader
No
PIN-secured access
Yes
Hardware encryption
Yes
Password protection
Yes
Protection features
Dust resistant,Tamper resistant,Water resistant
Security algorithms
256-bit AES-XTS,256-bit AES-ECB,256-bit AES-CBC
Thunderbolt technology
No
Compliance certificates
C-TICK,CE,REACH,RoHS,Trade Agreements Act (TAA),WEEE
Storage temperature
-20 - 60
Operating temperature
0 - 40
macOS versions supported
Yes
Linux distributions supported
Yes
Mobile operating systems supported
Android
Server operating systems supported
Yes
Windows versions supported
Yes
Export Control Classification Number (ECCN)
5A992c
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) compliance
Yes

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Product lifecycle

In production

Still listed as on-market by the manufacturer — actively sold and supported.

Lifecycle status is derived from catalog data and is indicative, not a manufacturer support guarantee.