Apricorn Aegis Bio 3.0: Encrypted USB 3.0 HDD/SSD

Apricorn, Inc. announced the Aegis Bio 3.0, a software free biometric USB 3.0 drive that safeguards data with secure fingerprint access and military grade 265-bit AES-XTS hardware encryption.

The Aegis Bio is cross platform compatible with USB 3.0 performance. Its compact durable design with integrated USB cable is for the office or taking sensitive data on the road. Available with either a hard drive or SSD the Aegis Bio’s 1TB model is priced at $249.

Designed for those that wish to break away from passwords and PINs, and utilize their unique fingerprint for secure access to their data, the Aegis Bio combines hardware based authentication with real-time 256-bit AES-XTS encryption. The result, a hardware-based security solution that requires no admin rights to setup or access data and works independently of the host OS, providing a data protection for use in a multi-platform corporate environment.

Aegis Bio incorporates:

• AuthenTec Fingerprint Sensor for Hardware-based Biometric Authentication that meets the image requirements of both NIST and the FBI
• Real-time 256-bit AES-XTS Hardware Encryption, meeting the stringent data storage requirements and rendering data on the drive impenetrable even if it is removed from the enclosure
• Embedded Enrollment and software free design does not require admin rights to setup or access data and allows for a seamless cross platform deployment
• Integrated USB 3.0 cable for a fast, hassle-free connection
• Available as either a hard drive or SSD, the Aegis Bio is available in capacities up to 1TB

With support for up to five fingerprints, the Aegis Bio’s Embedded Enrollment keeps all fingerprint enrollment and authentication within the Aegis Bio circuitry, independent of the host system. While other biometric drives may use a CD emulation module or software on the host system for fingerprint enrollment, the Aegis Bio requires no software, enabling it to be used on any USB host regardless of its OS.

The AuthenTec fingerprint sensor uses a live layer imaging technology called HD3D, to provide the most accurate fingerprint image possible. Using a patented dual-plate active pixel design, the sensor is superior to competitors that use only a single passive pixel design. The sensor uses three different sensing methods that penetrate outer layers of skin to read live layers under the skin, giving anti-spoofing protection and meeting the image quality requirements of NIST and the FBI.

"The Aegis Bio’s software free design and simple setup offer several advantages to virtually any security conscience organization," said Mike McCandless, VP of sales and marketing. "With no passwords to remember or admin rights to contend with and an OS independent design, the Aegis Bio can be easily deployed into any existing security infrastructure. The Aegis Bio is completely scalable to any sized company, and with no software or updates, it is ideal for those that use multiple hosts and platforms."

The Aegis Bio 3.0 is available from online resellers throughout the US and Canada or from the company’s website.

Pricing

HDD Model                   

• 500GB: $199                
• 750GB: $219                
• 1TB:$249                   

SSD Model

• 128GB: $329
• 256GB: $529
• 512GB: $699

Warranty
3 Years Limited

System Requirements
Compatible with any standard USB port (for USB 3.0 speeds the Aegis Bio 3.0 must be used with a USB 3.0 port). Compatible with Windows, Mac computers and Linux.