Model: IS-DA2-256-SSD-4000-B
from $1,182.95
Storage: 4TB
6 configurations available
The Istorage 4TB diskAshur2 is a portable, hardware-encrypted SSD designed for secure data storage on the go. Featuring a sleek Phantom Black finish and an integrated keypad for password protection, this 4TB drive offers robust security with hardware-based encryption. It connects via an integrated USB-A 3.0/3.1/3.2 Gen 1 cable, is bus-powered, and boasts read speeds up to 362 MB/s and write speeds up to 358 MB/s. With IP56 dust and water resistance and universal OS support, it's ideal for professionals and individuals needing to protect sensitive data across various devices.
Form factor and generation interface dictate compatibility and speed. Prioritize drives with DRAM caches for OS boot drives, as DRAM-less drives can slow down significantly during heavy multitasking. Available from $1,182.95.
Solid State Drives (SSDs) have no ongoing costs and consume minimal power. Their cost of ownership is entirely the upfront price per gigabyte.
Common Failure Modes
SSDs have no moving parts, making them immune to physical shock. Failures occur through flash memory wear-out from writing massive amounts of data or sudden controller death.
Form factor and generation interface dictate compatibility and speed. Prioritize drives with DRAM caches for OS boot drives, as DRAM-less drives can slow down significantly during heavy multitasking.
SSDs have a finite number of write cycles, usually measured in Terabytes Written (TBW). For average consumers, this limit takes many years to reach.
The Istorage 4TB diskAshur2 USB 3.1 Encrypted Portable SSD (Phantom Black) is available at bhphoto, starting at $1,182.95.
Solid State Drives (SSDs) have no ongoing costs and consume minimal power. Their cost of ownership is entirely the upfront price per gigabyte.
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