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iStorage diskAshur 2 SSD 256-bit 4TB

iStorage diskAshur 2 SSD 256-bit 4TB

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$2,079.95at NeweggChecked Nov 10

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  • Last seen at $2,079.95 at Newegg on Nov 10.
  • Our take on the iStorage diskAshur 2 SSD 256-bit 4TB

    The diskAshur 2 SSD is an external 2.5-inch drive with a built-in keypad that unlocks the drive with a PIN before the computer sees it. It uses 256-bit AES hardware encryption and a USB-A connection, so the protection lives in the drive, not in software on your machine. It is aimed at people carrying sensitive data between offices, clients or home, where a lost drive should stay unreadable. The trade-off is speed: its sequential read and write figures sit well below mainstream USB 3.2 portable SSDs, so it suits documents and backups more than large video files.

    Best forCarrying confidential work files off-siteCompliance-driven backupsShared drives that need a PIN, not a passwordUsers who want encryption without software setup
    Pros
    • Keypad PIN unlock works without any software
    • 256-bit AES hardware encryption protects data if the drive is lost
    • Rugged, pocketable 2.5-inch metal body at about 6.3 oz
    • Works across Windows, macOS, Linux and Android over USB-A
    • No Wi-Fi or app pairing to configure
    Cons
    • Sequential speeds around 294 MB/s read and 319 MB/s write trail mainstream portable SSDs
    • PIN entry on the keypad is slower than plug-and-play drives
    • USB-A only, so newer laptops need an adapter
    • Premium build and encryption push it above plain external SSDs
    • Lose the PIN and recovery depends on iStorage support

    iStorage diskAshur 2 SSD 256-bit 4TB prices at every store

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    iStorage diskAshur 2 SSD 256-bit 4TB price history

    Lowest price we've seen: $2,079.95 on Nov 10 at Newegg. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.

    What reviewers say

    Owners treat it as a security device first and a fast drive second. They like the keypad unlock and the solid metal build, and accept slower transfers as the cost of hardware encryption.

    What people mention
    • SecurityPraisedOwners value that the PIN and encryption live in the drive itself, so a lost drive stays locked.
    • BuildPraisedThe metal body feels solid and survives being carried around.
    • SpeedCriticisedRead and write speeds are slower than ordinary portable SSDs, which shows on large files.
    • PIN entryMixedThe keypad is easy to use but adds a step every time the drive is connected.
    • ConnectivityCriticisedThe USB-A plug needs an adapter on laptops that only have USB-C.

    Specifications

    Form Factor
    2.5"Source
    Width (")
    3.3Source
    Type
    SSDSource
    Weight (oz)
    6.3Source
    Wi-Fi

    Questions and answers

    How does the keypad unlock work?
    You type your PIN on the drive's keypad to unlock it, then connect it to the computer. The drive appears as a normal external SSD once unlocked, and no encryption software is needed.
    Is it fast enough for video editing?
    Not really. Its sequential read and write are around 294 and 319 MB/s, well under mainstream USB SSDs, so it suits documents and backups more than 4K footage.
    Does it work with Macs and phones?
    Yes, over USB-A it works with Windows, macOS, Linux and Android. MacBooks and phones with only USB-C need an adapter.
    What happens if I forget the PIN?
    The drive stays locked. Recovery goes through iStorage support, so keep the PIN and recovery details somewhere safe.
    Is it worth it over a regular portable SSD?
    If the data is sensitive and you want encryption built into the drive, yes. If you mainly want speed per dollar, a plain portable SSD is the better fit.
    Where is the iStorage diskAshur 2 SSD 256-bit 4TB cheapest?
    At Newegg, for $2,079.95, as of our latest check.

    Stores we've priced the iStorage diskAshur 2 SSD 256-bit 4TB at

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    Source
    Placement
    ExternalSource
    Size (GB)
    4000Source
    Height (")
    0.7Source
    Depth (")
    4.9Source
    External Connection
    USB-ASource
    Sequential Write (MB/s)
    319Source
    Sequential Read (MB/s)
    294Source