Kingston IronKey D500S Hardware-Encrypted USB 16GB Flash Drive

The Kingston IKD500S/16GB is a 16GB USB flash drive created for professionals who cannot afford to compromise on data security. Every byte is protected by XTS AES 256 bit encryption that runs in the drive hardware, so sensitive information stays sealed off from the host computer and any potential threats on it.

Designed with regulatory compliance in mind, the drive is on track for FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certification. It supports separate admin, user, and one-time recovery passwords, giving IT staff a practical way to help users regain access without weakening overall security. Dual hidden partitions add another layer of control, letting administrators store critical tools or backup keys out of sight.

Field teams, government agencies, and enterprise road warriors will appreciate the zinc housing that stands up to water, dust, and crushing forces. Internal safeguards resist malware injections, brute-force attacks, and physical tampering, while a crypto-erase function allows immediate data destruction if a situation turns critical.

When time matters, the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface moves data quickly, reaching up to 260 MB/s for reads and 190 MB/s for writes. Large engineering drawings, forensic images, and encrypted backups transfer in minutes, not hours, so users spend less time waiting and more time working.

Whether it rides in a field technician’s pocket, a consultant’s travel bag, or an administrator’s incident-response kit, this drive delivers durable, certifiable security without slowing the pace of business.

• 16GB storage capacity
• XTS AES 256 bit hardware encryption
• FIPS 140-3 Level 3 (pending) certification
• Multi-password support with admin, user, and one-time recovery
• Dual hidden partitions for added security
• Zinc housing resists water, dust, and crushing
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface with up to 260 MB/s read and 190 MB/s write speeds
• Crypto-erase feature for emergency data removal