Second Gen of Secure 64GB SLC SSD by Microsemi

Microsemi Corporation introduced its second generation secure 64GB SSD.

With data security threats increasing, Microsemi specifically designed its SSD for market applications where data protection is of the utmost importance. It overcomes malicious attack concerns with Microsemi’s factory firmware lockdown technology to prevent covert firmware repurposing.

Offered in a 32x28mm ball grid array package (BGA), the SSD is optimized for embedded computers in harsh environments.

The 64GB SSD is a self-encrypting drive that delivers multiple key management methods and advanced security features based on the company’s Microsemi Armor III processor technology. For sensitive applications, the encryption key can be erased in less than 30ms and a second security layer can be activated to erase the entire storage media in less than 10s, virtually rendering data forensically unrecoverable.

“Embedded computing applications have increased the need for compact small form factor, highly secure and trusted data-at-rest protection,” said BJ Heggli, GM for Microsemi’s memory and storage business. “We introduced this latest 64GB SSD in our BGA package to expressly meet the data security and extreme reliability requirements of a growing number of embedded applications. And because Microsemi owns the processor Armor III technology, customers are also assured of critical long-term availability.”

“Our latest 64GB SSD in the rugged BGA package continues to demonstrate Microsemi’s commitment to designing and delivering the world’s leading rugged and secure storage solutions,” said Charlie Leader, Microsemi VP and executive manager. “In addition, this latest SSD is designed and assembled in the United States in Microsemi’s trusted facility, providing an extra level of confidence for our customers.“

Microsemi 64GB SSD BGA Features:

• Capacity: 64GB non-volatile storage using reliable, long life SLC NAND flash
• 65MB/s sustained R/W speeds
• Hardware-based AES-256 XTS encryption providing strong sensitive data protection (FIPS 197 #3095)
• Key management: multiple modes, including loadable AES encryption keys
• DS-101 key fill port with KEK and black key support
• Hardware authentication (optional) enables higher levels of security
• TRRUST-Purge clears encryption key in less than 30ms
• Fast erase capability: hardware-based fast clears the entire drive in less than 10s
• Reliability: developed to endure harsh environments, industrial temperature
• Obsolescence management: Armor III security management processor for long life
• Fast sanitization speed
• Self-destruct capability
• U.S.-made with full BOM and assembly control