Kingston Technology IronKey 128GB Basic S1000 Encrypted USB 3.0 FIPS 140-2 Level 3

The Kingston IronKey S1000 is a 128GB encrypted USB flash drive designed for high-security storage and transport of sensitive data. It features 256-bit AES hardware-based encryption in XTS mode, FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validation with on-device Cryptochip key management, and digitally-signed firmware to protect against BadUSB. The drive supports two passphrase types — a complex password or a passphrase up to 255 characters — and locks after ten invalid attempts with options to reformat or destroy the device. Housed in an anodized aluminum, epoxy-filled casing, the S1000 is dust- and shock-resistant and meets MIL-STD-810F waterproofing standards.

Advantages

Provides FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certified hardware encryption with 256-bit AES in XTS mode, on-device Cryptochip key management and firmware signing to guard against firmware attacks. Robust physical protection includes an anodized aluminum enclosure, epoxy fill, and resistance to dust, shock and water to MIL-STD-810F. Two passphrase options and an automatic lock after repeated invalid attempts give flexible and reliable access control. Centralized administration is available for managing large deployments of IronKey drives.

Suitable for

• Storage and transport of confidential or regulated data (health, finance, legal)
• Organizations requiring FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated removable media
• IT departments that centrally manage secure USB devices
• Users needing a durable, tamper-resistant portable drive for field use

Key specifications

• Model: Kingston IronKey S1000 (Basic)
• Capacity: 128 GB
• Interface: USB Type-A, USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0 compatible)
• Encryption: 256-bit AES hardware-based, XTS mode
• Certification: FIPS 140-2 Level 3
• Passphrase: Complex password or up to 255-character passphrase; locks after 10 invalid attempts
• Physical: Anodized aluminum enclosure, epoxy-filled; dust-, shock- and water-resistant (MIL-STD-810F)
• Firmware: Digitally signed to mitigate BadUSB
• Weight: 0.034 kg
• Color: Silver

How to use

Connect the Kingston IronKey S1000 to a USB Type-A port on a compatible host to access the drive. Set up a complex password or a passphrase (up to 255 characters) on first use according to on-screen prompts. The drive automatically encrypts data using the on-device Cryptochip and protects data if the drive is removed or if physical tampering is detected. After ten incorrect password attempts the device will lock; follow the vendor procedure to reformat or securely destroy the drive if required.

Recommendations

Use strong, unique passphrases and store recovery or administration credentials separately. For organizational use, deploy centralized management to enforce policies and monitor access. Regularly back up critical data to authorized, secure storage before performing destructive recovery actions.