Kingston Digital, Inc., the Flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced it will replace certain secure USB Flash drives with new units designed with an improved security architecture.

The Kingston® drives affected are the DataTraveler® BlackBox (DTBB), DataTraveler Secure – Privacy Edition (DTSP) and DataTraveler Elite – Privacy Edition (DTEP). Kingston is offering its customers the following: a FIPS-certified replacement for the DTBB; and the DataTraveler Vault – Privacy Edition for the DTSP and DTEP.

Kingston was notified in December by a third-party security consulting firm that the DataTraveler BlackBox, DataTraveler Secure – Privacy Edition and DataTraveler Elite – Privacy Edition contained a potential security flaw. Kingston believes the best solution is to replace those potentially affected units.

“We have decided the best way to address this problem is to offer our customers replacement units that incorporate newer and stronger security architecture,” said John Holland, vice president, U.S. sales, Kingston. “Since we were first notified of the potential hack, we have concluded that exchanging drives is the proper solution for our customers.”

Customers who own one of the affected drives should contact Kingston’s Customer Service Department for full details of our standard return process. For the customer service phone number in your region, visit www.kingston.com/driveupdate.

Source: Kingston Digital, Inc.


Kingston Digital, Inc., the Flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced an agreement with Sony Pictures Home Entertainment to deliver “Michael Jackson’s THIS IS IT” exclusively on a special Kingston® DataTraveler® USB Flash drive.

Timed to the DVD and Blu-ray Disc(TM) release of “Michael Jackson’s THIS IS IT,” the limited edition drive will be available on www.kingston.com/shop and at major U.S. retailers on January 26, 2010. The film can be backed up on up to three PCs and is compatible with Windows® XP, Windows Vista® and Windows 7 operating systems. Windows Media Player is required for viewing.

“Sony Pictures Home Entertainment is dedicated to exploring new distribution channels, and we are pleased to work together with Kingston on a program that introduces consumers to Flash memory as a vehicle for enjoying their favorite movies on devices like netbooks and PCs,” said Joe Arancio, senior vice president, digital distribution, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.

“We are humbled and excited to present this movie starring Michael Jackson, the greatest entertainer of all time, on Kingston Flash memory,” said Rick Webb, vice president, consumer markets group, Kingston. “Sony Pictures Home Entertainment is a leader in providing quality content and this collaboration into digital media adds unique value to our memory offerings. This DataTraveler USB Flash drive is destined to be a collector’s item.”

Kingston DataTraveler USB Flash drives are backed by a five-year warranty and 24/7 tech support.

For more information visit www.kingston.com.


Star Wars 4GB Flash Drives

Drive Vader

Darth Vader’s head comes off. In the movies, his helmet was a two-part, life saving device. But it still (mostly) came off. If you have a LEGO Vader, his head comes off. And now, there’s another version of Vader with the removable noggin. But this one holds a secret – inside Darth’s neck is a USB plug, because inside his body is a USB drive. But that’s not all – he’s joined by three other friends. Together, they form Team Star Wars 4GB Flash Drives! Role call!

Star Wars 4GB Flash Drives

First up is the aforementioned Vader. He’s joined by his little buddy Yoda. Their wing man, and lady favorite, Boba Fett has their back. And tagging along is that annoying, head banging little brother, random Storm Trooper. Each Star Wars 4GB Flash Drive is made of space age plastic and hold 4GB (hence the name). So buy all 4, or else face the wrath of Darth Lucas (i.e. if you don’t buy them, he’ll make Star Wars: The Jar-Jar Years).

Star Wars 4GB Flash Drives

* Republic approved thumb drive storage devices.
* Provides 4GB of storage (just in case you couldn’t guess).
* Dimensions: 3″ tall.

Price: $39.99 Where to buy: ThinkGeek.com


DataTraveler Locker+ Allows Portable Security at Lower Cost

Kingston Digital, Inc. announced the release of the DataTraveler® Locker+ USB Flash drive. The DataTraveler Locker+ allows companies of any size to secure mobile data with the ease and confidence of knowing that their data is encrypted and safe. The DataTraveler Locker+ also comes at a lower cost in times of shrinking IT budgets, making it ideal for budget-conscious companies.

KINGSTON TECHNOLOGY DATATRAVELER

“Kingston created this drive to address the rise in data loss and theft which has been a growing problem with expensive consequences. This device gives companies a solution that is not only affordable but provides peace of mind in securing mobile data,” said Mark Akoubian, business manager, Secure USB Products, Kingston®. “The DataTraveler Locker+ encrypts 100 percent of the contents and is available at a price point that is very attractive for all entities looking to comply with corporate security policies.”

Data on the Kingston DataTraveler Locker+ is secured with 256-bit hardware-based AES encryption. Access to the drive’s contents is through a simple to use interface requiring a complex password. The likelihood of successful brute force attacks on the DataTraveler Locker+ is reduced as the drive locks down and reformats after 10 incorrect password attempts.

The 100 percent encrypted DataTraveler Locker+ ships in up to 32GB capacity. For companies in need of a partitionable area on the USB drive for public sharing (e.g., within an office setting), Kingston offers the DataTraveler Locker which allows both a public and encrypted zone. Kingston also ships the DataTraveler Vault – Privacy Edition for enterprise and government customers requiring a speedier, more robust Flash drive. It is also waterproof and Trade Agreements Act-compliant. For more information visit http:///www.kingston.com.

Kingston DataTraveler Locker+ USB Flash Drive

Part Number Capacity and Features MSRP (U.S. only).

DTL+/4GB DataTraveler Locker+ 4GB $36.00
DTL+/8GB DataTraveler Locker+ 8GB $50.00
DTL+/16GB DataTraveler Locker+ 16GB $100.00
DTL+/32GB DataTraveler Locker+ 32GB $200.00

DataTraveler Locker+ Features and Specifications:
– Full Encryption: 100 percent of stored data is protected by 256-bit AES hardware-based encryption
– Secure: drive locks down and reformats after 10 intrusion attempts
– Enforced password protection: complex password is user set with minimum characteristics to prevent unauthorized access
– Easy to use: no admin rights or application installation required
– Guaranteed: five-year warranty with 24/7 customer support
– Dimensions: 2.58″ x 0.71″ x 0.41″ (65.76mm x 17.98mm x 10.7mm)
– Capacities*: 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB
– Compatibility: designed to USB 2.0 specifications
– Operating Temperature: 32 degrees F to 140 degrees F (0 degrees C to 60 degrees C)
– Storage Temperature: -4 degrees F to 185 degrees F (-20 degrees to 85 degrees C)
– Minimum System Requirements:
– USB 2.0 compliant and 1.1 compatible
– Two (2) free consecutive drive letters required for use***

* Some of the listed capacity is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage. For more information, please consult Kingston’s Flash Memory Guide at Kingston.com/Flash_Memory_Guide.

** Does not support ReadyBoost(TM).

*** First free drive letters after physical devices such as system partition, optical drives, etc.

Source: Kingston Technology


IronKey unveils D200 Secure USB flash drives

New Drives Deliver Unprecedented Protection, Mobility and Affordability for Mobile Workers

IronKey, maker of the world’s most secure flash drive, nnounced the launch of its D200 devices, providing more choice for consumers, government and enterprise customers. A manageable, secure USB device, the D200 offers superior value due to its high security, remote update capabilities and low total cost of ownership. It expands IronKey’s product offering beyond the ultra-fast S200. D200 drives are ideal for workers that store, transport and share large amounts of data, both in the office and in the field.

Key Features of IronKey D200:
– Includes new policy enforcement, usability and field-maintenance capabilities
– Ideal for users with high volume storage needs
– Cost effective memory is ideal for mass deployments
– Dual-channel architecture enables rapid data transfer rates
– Doubles as a strong authentication token
– Meets the rigorous security requirements for FIPS 140-2, Level 3 validation
– Provides secure management of encryption keys
– Self-defending against physical, malware and password attacks

David Jevans, CEO at IronKey said:

“As mobile devices become more ubiquitous, it is imperative for enterprise organizations to be able to track, manage, maintain and update the USB drives in use in the organization. Many of our large government and enterprise customers require the ability to update and upgrade devices in the field. The addition of the D200 devices to the IronKey line provides this functionality and allows us to offer more management and more choices without ever compromising on security.”

Source: IronKey





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