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DataLock Basic^TM - Host Independent Portable Storage with Self-Contained User Authentication

ClevX has developed DataLock - the world's first portable storage device with self-contained “manipulable” mechanism for user authentication. It protects your privacy in the event the drive is lost or stolen. DataLock can be implemented on various USB storage devices including both Flash and hard disk with 256-bit AES encryption.

DataLock Basic integrates a self-contained user authenticated lock with portable storage to protect your privacy in the event the drive is lost or stolen. DataLock is host and operating system independent, and functions equally well on Windows, Mac, Linux, and embedded computers.

A user defined PIN entered via an on-board input mechanism, activates a DataLock drive and allows it to operate as a standard USB mass storage device. Equipped with a small replaceable (coin type) or rechargeable battery, PIN entry can be performed without a host connection. Status indicators or optional display provide feedback for authentication.

DataLock represents both usability and security.

• True Host and OS Independence. Since authentication is independent of host supplied functions, it works equally well with all operating systems that support the USB Mass Storage Class: for example Windows, Mac OS, Linux, office equipment and embedded/industrial devices.
• Authentication is self contained. No special software or driver installation required. In fact, the host computer is not involved and is unaware of the authentication process. DataLock provides complete PIN management.
• Configuration. Since the drive operates only after authentication, there is no need for extraneous partitioning. The user experiences a single partition that utilizes the entire media.
• Ease of Use. DataLock drives are intuitive to use and emulate the verification process of debit cards and ATM machines. The user remembers a short PIN as opposed to a long and complex password.
• Immune to host-originated attacks. Since no communication channel exists between a locked drive and its host, a DataLock device is immune to host originated attacks.
• Flexible customization for various markets, applications and form factors. DataLock integrates easily with Flash and HDD based storage devices with embodiments that support a multitude of input, output, and industrial designs.

Products/Examples: Flash PadLocks are developed and produced by Corsair Memory based on licensed technology (patents pending) from ClevX, LLC.