What is the differances between a25-3pl256-1000 vs a25-3pl256-1000f? besides the keypad, what other features are in the "f" ver?

Hello, Craig from Apricorn here. cchristensen@apricorn.com The F stands for FIPS 140-2 Validated encryption. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Validates products for Government use that meet their criteria. Apricorn products that have the letter F imbedded in them have been Validated by NIST. The products that don't have an F imbedded in them use the same encryption chips but they haven't been reviewed by NIST.

I work with data very few people can see. I would rather lose the data than have it retrievable by Aegis, can the back door be locked?

Hello Craig from Apricorn, cchristensensen@apricorn.com There is no backdoor on these products. The data is protected by 256-bit AES-XTS encryption. The drive itself creates the encryption key that it generates through its own random generator. The drive is the only thing / place where the key is (stored encrypted) and without the key, you can't get to the data. If the drive is lost or stolen and it will wipe the encryption key if it detects a brute force attack rendering the data on it useless.

Will it backup automatically considering it has a keypad to access?

It can be used with backups provided that you're computer does not put your USB into power saving. I use mine for the express purpose of backups to help protect them from theft. However, if USB loses power, then the code will need to be re-entered. This is particularly of concern on people that have laptops or tablets with power saving features such as a surface. We had issues with the surface devices but this was corrected by a registry key adjustment to ensure that the USB ports aren't powered down when idle.

What happens if someone cuts the USB cord?

Pretty much the same as if you cut the cord to any electrical device. It won't work.

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🔐 Secure your data like a pro—because your files deserve fortress-level protection.

RUGGED READY - Compact, wear-resistant keypad and sturdy design built for the professional on the move.
PLUG PLAY FREEDOM - No software needed—works instantly across Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms.
LIGHTNING FAST TRANSFERS - USB 3.0 interface delivers blazing speeds for seamless workflow on the go.
USER DEFINED PIN SECURITY - Custom 7-16 digit PIN authentication ensures only you control access, no default codes.
MILITARY GRADE DATA FORTRESS - FIPS 140-2 Level 2 certified encryption keeps your sensitive files impenetrable.

The Apricorn Aegis Padlock 1TB is a portable external SSD featuring military-grade 256-bit AES-XTS hardware encryption certified to FIPS 140-2 Level 2. It offers fast USB 3.0 connectivity, software-free cross-platform compatibility, and a durable, compact design with a user-configurable PIN keypad for ultimate data security and convenience.

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Brand	Apricorn
Manufacturer	Apricorn
Series	Padlock
Product Dimensions	11.43 x 1.91 x 8.26 cm; 176.9 g
Batteries	1 Lithium Ion batteries required.
Item model number	A25-3PL256-1000
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Color	black
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Item dimensions W x H	11.4 x 1.9 x 8.3 cm
Hard Drive Size	1 TB
Hard Disk Description	Solid State Drive
Hard Drive Interface	USB 1.1
Hard Disk Rotational Speed	5400 RPM
Hardware Platform	Mac, PC
Operating System	Windows, Mac and Linux
Are Batteries Included	No
Lithium Battery Energy Content	2 Watt Hours
Lithium Battery Packaging	Batteries contained in equipment
Lithium Battery Weight	0.5 Grams
Number Of Lithium Ion Cells	2
Item Weight	177 g

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