IronKey S1000 Encrypted USB Flash Drive 8GB Built-in Cryptochip and Level 3 FIPS 140-2 Approval - IKS1000B/8GB

I've owned and used this product for almost 2 years, so I think I'm well qualified to give my opinion of this flash drive. I bought it right here on Amazon. The reviewer who claimed it only had a couple hundred megabytes of memory probably didn't bother reading the instructions on how to properly set it up and use it. Unfortunately for reviews, that seems to be a common theme among purchasers and products. Don't assume! Take the time to learn how to properly use any item. The "security gate" system files that occupy only a very small amount of memory are all that are visible to anyone when first plugged into a computer. Once the secure password is entered properly during normal use or after initial setup, all 8 gigs are available and shown with dual drive letters, the system drive and the storage area drive. It allows you to select your preferred level of security to handle incorrect password attempts, either allowing unlimited reattempts or wiping of all data after the set amount of incorrect entries. You can also select during password entry, whether you want it to open the secure drive section as read only or fully read/writable. The price reflects the quality and security and is well worth it! It appears to be a precision machined aluminum outer body in a brushed finish with an integrated key ring loop at the opposite end of the removable cap. I'm EXTREMELY satisfied with this IronKey 8 gig flash drive and will definitely buy versions with higher storage as well.

Good USB. No issue at all

Der Stick sieht super aus und ist sicherlich auch sicher. (Das erfährt man natürlich erst nach einem erfolgreichen Hack). Leider ist der Support seitens des Herstellers schon kurz nach dem Erwerb eingestellt worden. (das war sicherlich in Insiderkreisen schon vorher bekannnt). Daher ist m.E. der Preis für ein "Auslaufmodell" eindeutig zu hoch. Durch den Verlust des Support ist das Teil leider schon altes Eisen (Iron), zumoindest aus meiner Sicht.

Very durable and easy setup, offers protection from storage read/write, physical tampering, and high level encryption. Does not require any software install but does require executable (.exe) file to run IOT decrypt device. Some organization platforms may require admin rights to run executables.

Drive corrupted after 6 months lost everything on it. Customer service said they could do nothing