iStorage diskAshur M2 Encrypted Portable SSD 1TB
- 1TB portable SSD
- 7-15 digit PIN, AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption
- Up to 370MB/s read and write, USB 3.2
- IP68, 1.5m water for 30 minutes
- Survives 4m drops, crushproof to 2.7 tons
- USB-C and USB-A cables included
- 65 g, 86 g with sleeve
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
An excellent secure drive for professionals carrying sensitive data, with hardware encryption that needs no software. Speeds are modest for an SSD, so security comes before raw transfer rate.
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ASIN: B08MKQWCG9Model: diskAshur M2Category: External Solid State Drives
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Overview
Unlock it with a PIN on its own keypad, then use it like any portable SSD on a Mac, PC, Linux machine or TV. Data is encrypted in hardware the moment it disconnects, and the shell survives drops, crushing and submersion.
PIN entry on the drive itself means encryption works on any operating system without installing software. Transfer speeds are lower than many plain portable SSDs, which is the result of the security hardware.
Who it's for
Lawyers, healthcare staff, consultants and IT teams moving sensitive data get hardware encryption and rugged protection. Video editors chasing transfer speed should look at a faster unencrypted SSD.
Pros and cons
- Hardware encryption, no software needed
- Works across operating systems
- Waterproof and dustproof
- Drop and crush resistant
- Slower than many portable SSDs
- PIN must be entered each use
- Warranty not listed
Performance notes
Security comes from the onboard encryption chip, which locks data whenever the drive disconnects. Transfer speed is limited by that hardware path rather than the USB link, so large copies take longer than on the fastest SSDs.
Specifications
| Brand | iStorage |
|---|---|
| Model | diskAshur M2 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 65 g, 86 g with sleeve |
| Item dimensions l x W x thickness | 4.37 x 1.77 x 0.47 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Digital storage capacity | 1 TB |
| Read speed | Up to 370 MB/s |
| Write speed | Up to 370 MB/s |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Hard disk interface | USB 3.2 |
| Included components | |
| Included | Drive with sleeve, carry case, USB-C and USB-A cables, quick start guide |
| Other details | |
| Hardware platform | Linux, Mac, PC |
| Hard disk description | Solid state drive |
| Drop resistance | Up to 4m onto concrete |
| Encryption | AES-XTS 256-bit hardware, PIN 7-15 digits |
| IP rating | IP68 |
Frequently asked questions
Does the iStorage diskAshur M2 work with a Mac and a TV?
Yes. PIN authentication happens on the drive, so it works with Linux, Mac and PC, and is listed for desktops, laptops, tablets, smartphones and TVs.
Do I need software to unlock the iStorage diskAshur M2?
No. You enter a 7-15 digit PIN on the drive; encryption is hardware-based.
Is the iStorage diskAshur M2 waterproof?
Yes. It is IP68 rated and survives 1.5m of water for 30 minutes.
What cables come with the iStorage diskAshur M2?
Both USB-C and USB-A cables, plus a protective sleeve, carry case and quick start guide.