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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Apricorn Aegis Padlock 1 TB USB 3.0 256-bit AES XTS Hardware Encrypted Portable External Hard Drive (A25-3PL256-1000)

Apricorn Aegis Padlock 1 TB USB 3.0 256-bit AES XTS Hardware Encrypted Portable External Hard Drive (A25-3PL256-1000)

Product ID: 295410875

Details

Digital Storage Capacity
1024 GB
Connectivity Technology
USB
Brand
Apricorn
Special Feature
Compact
Hard Disk Form Factor
2.5 Inches
Hard Disk Description
Mechanical

⚡USB 3.0 up to 120 MB/s

🔒256-bit AES-XTS encryption

🛡️Epoxy-coated physical protection

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Description

🔐 Secure your data at the speed of now—because your files deserve elite protection.

RUGGED ROAD READY - Epoxy-sealed, compact design resists physical tampering and wear for ultimate durability.
SOFTWARE FREE SETUP - No admin rights or software needed—plug and protect instantly on any platform.
BLAZING FAST TRANSFERS - USB 3.0 interface delivers speeds up to 10x faster than USB 2.0 for seamless workflow.
SELF DESTRUCT SECURITY - Brute force attack triggers automatic data wipe—your secrets stay secret.
MILITARY GRADE ENCRYPTION - 256-bit AES-XTS hardware encryption keeps your data hacker-proof.

The Apricorn Aegis Padlock 1TB is a portable external hard drive featuring military-grade 256-bit AES-XTS hardware encryption, a fast USB 3.0 interface with up to 120 MB/s transfer speeds, and a rugged epoxy-coated design that protects against physical attacks. It requires no software installation, supports multiple platforms, and includes a brute force self-destruct feature to safeguard sensitive data, making it ideal for professionals who demand secure, high-speed, and reliable portable storage.

Specifications

ASIN	B007JGB0EI
Best Sellers Rank	#129,305 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #439 in External Hard Disks
Brand	Apricorn
Brand Name	Apricorn
Cache Memory Installed Size	8
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Laptop
Connectivity Technology	USB
Customer Reviews	4.4 out of 5 stars 252 Reviews
Data Transfer Rate	120 Megabytes Per Second
Digital Storage Capacity	1024 GB
Enclosure Material	other
Form Factor	Portable
Global Trade Identification Number	00930426543136
Hard Disk Description	Mechanical Hard Disk
Hard Disk Form Factor	2.5 Inches
Hard Disk Type	Mechanical Hard Disk
Hard-Drive Size	1 TB
Hardware Connectivity	USB
Hardware Platform	Mac
Installation Type	External Hard Drive
Item Weight	0.5 Pounds
Manufacturer	samsung
Manufacturer Part Number	A25-3PL256-1000
Model Name	A25-3PL256-1000
Model Number	A25-3PL256-1000
Network Connectivity Technology	USB
Number of Items	1
Product Features	Compact
Read Speed	0.5 Gigabytes Per Second
Special Feature	Compact
Specific Uses For Product	Business, Portable, Industrial
UPC	708326913195 845240866180 043537859901 809394582860 804904096080 801940464873 930426543136 804067213843 808112937043

Reviews

M**I

Product is not supported in computer

product not working

18.03.2026

R**Z

Great device

Solid, reliable and dependable

23.06.2025

M**O

Klasse !

Klasse Gerät !!!

25.06.2023

M**S

Good product

Arrived real quick with decent instructions on how to set up the password then it has been fast and simple to use. Worked well with all my MS Office products as well as some videos and miscellaneous file back up tasks. Speed is more than adequate and the thing is easy to transport around. The comfort of having encrypted files is wonderful I just hope the encryption is at least half as good as they claim!

27.12.2013

C**G

Very good

14.10.2020

J**E

Good Product

Easy to setup and use quickly. Good buy for anyone that requires data security

18.09.2020

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