Apricorn Aegis Padlock Pro User Manual
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- Page 1 Pr o Padlock Aegis User’s Manual...
- Page 2 Copyright © Apricorn, Inc 2012. All rights reserved. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks and copyrights referred to are the property of their respective owners. Distribution of substantively modified versions of this document is prohibited without the explicit permission of the copyright holder.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Powering the Aegis Padlock Pro Connecting via USB Connecting via eSATA How do I use the Aegis Padlock Pro for the first time? What if I forget the User Password? Setup for the Mac OS Using the Aegis Padlock Pro... -
Page 4: About The Aegis Padlock Pro Secure Hard Drive
Be sure to review the following information before you begin to use the Aegis Padlock Pro. • Attention: Use only the included cables with your Aegis Padlock Pro. Aegis Padlock Pro drive You might damage the drive if you use a cable not included with the Aegis Padlock Pro. -
Page 5: Aegis Padlock Pro Button Panel
Return to the previous step when you knowingly entered a wrong password • Exit the Admin Mode button can be used to access the Aegis Padlock Pro and it can also be used as an OK acknowledgement in the following operations: • Entering a password •... -
Page 6: Aegis Padlock Pro - Getting Started
Be sure to review the following information before you begin to use the Aegis Padlock Pro. Attention: Use only the included cables with your Aegis Padlock Pro. You might damage the drive if you use a cable not included with the Aegis Padlock Pro. -
Page 7: Connecting Via Esata
USB power cable. you should not need the USB power cable. www.apricorn.com... -
Page 8: How Do I Use The Aegis Padlock Pro For The First Time
How do I use the Aegis Padlock Pro for the first time? You can use it in one of the following ways: Enter the Admin Mode with 123456 (default administrator password), and then you are able to change the Admin Password or create a User Password - this option is recommended. -
Page 9: Setup For The Mac Os
Disk Utilities. To format the Aegis Padlock Pro: 1. Select the Aegis Padlock Pro from the list of drives and volumes. Each drive in the list will display its capacity, manufacturer, and product name, such as 232.9 Apricorn Padlock Pro. -
Page 10: Using The Aegis Padlock Pro
Mode, and User Mode Entering the Standby Mode The Standby Mode is the default working mode of the Aegis Padlock Pro and is the gateway to other working modes. To enter the Standby Mode, attach the Aegis Padlock Pro to your computer. The drive automatically goes into Standby Mode and the indicator light turns red. -
Page 11: Entering The Admin Mode
Entering the Admin Mode Note: The Aegis Padlock Pro cannot be recognized by the operating system in the Admin Mode. To enter the Admin Mode, do the following: Attach the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer. The Aegis Padlock Pro goes into the Standby Mode, and the indicator light turns red. -
Page 12: Password Management
GREEN for 2 seconds and then solid BLUE indicating you have successfully changed the Admin PIN. 7. To exit admin mode and begin using your Aegis Padlock Pro drive, press the CANCEL button until the LED turns RED. Now enter your new PIN... -
Page 13: Adding A New User Password
(The Password must be a minimum of 6 digits and a maximum of 16 digits). The indicator light will flash green three times. Re-enter the new User Password and press . The indicator light stays solid green indicating the User Password has been changed successfully. www.apricorn.com... -
Page 14: Aegis Padlock Pro Brute Force Protection
Accordingly, one definition of “breaking” a cryptographic scheme is to find a method faster than a brute force attack. How does the Aegis Padlock Pro Protect against brute force attack? With the drive locked and in the standby state the LED is red solid After six tries to enter the correct user or admin password the keypad will not respond and LED will turn off. -
Page 15: Completely Resetting The Aegis Padlock Pro
123456. Attention: Completely resetting the Aegis Padlock Pro will erase all the data on the drive. You will need to partition and format the Aegis Padlock Pro with disk management applications. To perform a complete reset of the drive, do the following: Press and hold the “Cancel”... - Page 16 If you need only one partition, accept the default partition size and click Next. Click Next. Create a volume label, select Perform a quick format, and then click Next. Click Finish. Wait until the format process is complete. The Aegis Padlock Pro will be recognized and it is available for use. www.apricorn.com...
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Page 17: Hibernating, Suspending, Or Logging Off From The Operating System
Hibernating, Suspending, or Logging off from the Operating System Be sure to save and close all the files on your Aegis Padlock Pro before hibernating, suspending, or logging off from the Windows operating system. It is recommended that you log off the Aegis Padlock Pro manually before hibernating, suspending, or logging off from your system. -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
A: There is no other way to retrieve the Admin Password except a complete reset of the Aegis Padlock Pro. After a complete reset, all data will be lost and you will need to initialize, allocate and format the Aegis Padlock Pro manually. Then you will be able to use the default Admin Password 123456. - Page 19 Q: How do I use the Aegis Padlock Pro without a password? A: As a full disk encryption product, the Aegis Padlock Pro can never be used without a password. Q: What encryption algorithm is used in this product? A: Depending on your model the Aegis Padlock Pro uses either AES 128-bit or 256- bit algorithm.
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Page 20: Technical Support
Warranty and RMA information One Year Warranty: Apricorn offers a 3-year warranty on the Aegis Padlock Pro against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. The warranty period is effective from the date of purchase either directly from Apricorn or an authorized reseller. - Page 21 © Apricorn, Inc. 2012. All rights reserved. 12191 Kirkham Road Poway, CA, U.S.A. 92064 1-858-513-2000 www.apricorn.com...
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