--- product_id: 10390443 title: "IronKey 500GB USB 2.0 Hard Drive (MXKA1E500G5001)" brand: "kingston" price: "VT1003" currency: VUV in_stock: false reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/10390443-ironkey-500gb-usb-2-0-hard-drive-mxka1e500g5001 store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # USB 2.0 Interface Compact Dimensions 500GB Secure Storage IronKey 500GB USB 2.0 Hard Drive (MXKA1E500G5001) **Brand:** kingston **Price:** VT1003 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > Secure your data, elevate your game! 🚀 ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** IronKey 500GB USB 2.0 Hard Drive (MXKA1E500G5001) by kingston - **How much does it cost?** VT1003 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/10390443-ironkey-500gb-usb-2-0-hard-drive-mxka1e500g5001) ## Best For - kingston enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kingston brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Lightweight Design:** Weighs less than a coffee cup! ☕ - • **Unmatched Security:** Your data, your fortress. 🔐 - • **Portable Powerhouse:** 500GB of storage in your pocket! 🏃‍♂️ - • **Versatile Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with PCs. 💼 - • **Plug-and-Play Convenience:** Instant access, zero hassle. ⚡ ## Overview The IronKey 500GB USB 2.0 Hard Drive (MXKA1E500G5001) is a robust external storage solution designed for professionals who prioritize security and portability. With a generous 500GB capacity, it offers ample space for your important files while its compact design ensures you can take it anywhere. The USB 2.0 interface guarantees easy connectivity with PCs, making it a reliable choice for on-the-go data management. ## Description Safely Carry A Hardware-Encrypted, Tamper-Resistant Hard Disk Drive meet Your Data Security Requirements - Meeting Today's Data Security Requirements Takes Enterprise-Grade Aes 256-Bit Hardware Encryption And Strong Password Protection. You Get Both - And Much More - With Ironkey H80 Encrypted External Hard Drives. These Durable Hard Disk Drives Are Built From The Ground Up To Safely And Conveniently Carry Up To 1Tb Of Data In A Compact And Portable Drive. Enterprise-Grade Protection You Can Count On - Ironkey H80 External Hard Drives Deliver True Enterprise-Grade Security By Protecting Data, Files And Directories With The Encryption Standard Developed By The U.S. Government To Protect Sensitive Data. Always-On, Transparent Encryption - Hardware-Based Encryption Offers Persistent Protection And Ensures All Keys And Software Resides On The Drive, Making It Virtually Impossible For Pc-Based Threats To Infect Or Compromise Your Stored Content. And Because It's Powered By Ironkey's On-Board Hardware Processor, Encryption And Authentication Occur Quickly And Transparently. Strong Password Authentication Secures Data-At-Rest - Establish An Authentication Password To Create An Identity On The Ironkey H80 External Hard Drive. By Creating A Strong Password, You Increase The Level Of Security Protecting Your Data-At-Rest. The Ironkey H80 Drive's Authentication Capability Includes Administrative Controls To Manage Up To 10 Users, And Robust Support For Complex And Custom Password Policies Including Length, Special Characters, Expiration And More. Stay Productive With User-Friendly, Single-Cable Operation - There's No Need To Download Or Install Drivers Or Other Software On The Host System. And Because The Ironkey H80 External Hard Drive Is USB Powered, It Requires No Power Adapter - Just One Cable Gets You Up And Running. Maximize Your Use Across Workgroups - Each Drive Can Securely Support Up To 10 Separate User Accounts. ## Features - USB 2.0 - 500GB - Secure Drive ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Hard Drive | 500 GB External | | Brand | IronKey | | Item model number | MXKA1E500G5001 | | Hardware Platform | PC | | Item Weight | 10.8 ounces | | Product Dimensions | 6.1 x 3.8 x 2.6 inches | | Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.1 x 3.8 x 2.6 inches | | Flash Memory Size | 500 GB | | Hard Drive Interface | USB 1.1 | | Manufacturer | IronKey | | Language | English | | ASIN | B00BGUE5G8 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Date First Available | February 15, 2013 | ## Images ![IronKey 500GB USB 2.0 Hard Drive (MXKA1E500G5001) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91-FX8KC+fL.jpg) ![IronKey 500GB USB 2.0 Hard Drive (MXKA1E500G5001) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/912B9B9rLhL.jpg) ![IronKey 500GB USB 2.0 Hard Drive (MXKA1E500G5001) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81G2VQOobPL.jpg) ![IronKey 500GB USB 2.0 Hard Drive (MXKA1E500G5001) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81uhDvMm1pL.jpg) ![IronKey 500GB USB 2.0 Hard Drive (MXKA1E500G5001) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/812dl52xVLL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐ Clunky and unnecessary - have you considered Truecrypt? *by A***E on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 21, 2013* First off, let me say that this is a well-constructed drive that looks as if it could withstand a hard knock or two.The stylish exterior is also apparently designed to show clearly if anyone has been trying to physically get inside it.On a slightly negative note, I'll mention that the package my unit came in contained no manual or instructions whatsoever. Since the setup process isn't 100% straightforward, I can only assume this was an error, so I won't deduct any stars for that. In any case, .pdf documentation is included in a folder on the drive itself.Essentially, this is a huge hard drive divided into 2 partitions. One is small, containing the necessary management software, and the other is huge and encrypted.When first setting it up (providing an administrator password, setting up a user (or users) and their password(s)), the software crashed. Not an encouraging start, but on a second attempt it went smoothly enough.After that, it's all fine, if a bit slow and cumbersome. Plug it in (it requires *two* USB ports, which (IMO) is another VERY negative point - in fact, the documentation says that the drive requires so much power that it may not function at all on some laptops), log in with your user name and password, and you gain access to the encrypted partition.Having used this for a while, I'm left with a feeling of how clunky and unnecessary it is, given the existence of a totally FREE piece of software called Truecrypt.Truecrypt enables you to encrypt part or all of a drive (with CONSIDERABLY more encryption options than this product) and it's also much faster and easier to use. It also offers the ability to create 'key' files (which could be a picture, sound, text, etc.) without which the encryption can't be unlocked. It's even possible to hide encrypted files WITHIN encrypted files, which is real James Bond stuff!In short, while this product does everything it claims, anyone who seriously feels a need for encryption in their work should at least look at the capabilities of Truecrypt before making a final decision. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Compact and robust hard drive *by L***R on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 23, 2013* This was initially a bit of a mystery as it comes in a simple box, with no instructions and only a simple USB cable. Once up and running it quickly became clear that this drive would make a great travel option as 1) it is small, 2) it is robustly built and 3) it doesn't need its own power supply - just power it via a standard USB cable. I backed up an iMac and 300Gb of data took around 6-7 hours, which seemed a little bit slower than I expected versus my other drive, which has its own power source. The other thing to say is that when data is being written to the drive, it takes a lot of power and hence you may struggle to charge other items via USBs at the same time - indeed, it wouldn't work when plugged into a USB multi-adaptor and needed plugging directly into one of the iMac's USB ports in order to fire up. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to set up and use...... *by M***N on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 26, 2013* This was really easy to set up. I attached to my PC using the usb that came with it. I then opened the software that was on it and followed the instructions.It was easy to set up a protection password and then to put items onto the drive.It was quick and easy to load and if I lose it then it won't be easy for someone to look at my files.A very good item that looks sturdy too...My only gripe is that there wasn't any paperwork with this....no instructions or anything! 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