Buffalo MiniStation DataVault Portable USB Hard Drive [Full AES Disk Encryption, Suspended Shock Proof HDD]

Buffalo are in the process of slipping out (yet another) portable USB hard disk drive which, namely the Buffalo MiniStation DataVault, which, in being billed as being (yet another) ‘secure, compact, lightweight, shock resistant storage solution’ offers full disk encryption, Buffalo’s Secure LockWare as well as a drive unit mounted on internal shock absorbing dampers by way of shock proofing.

Due to be offered initially in two capacities – 160GB and 320GB – Buffalo’s MiniStation DataVault Portable Hard Drive, which utilises hardware based AES 128-bit encryption technology serving to ensure that all data transfers to the unit’s 5400rpm drive are encrypted on the fly, measures in at a mere 3.3 x 5 x 0.9”, and even comes with secured versions of Firefox and Thunderbird for secure web browsing and email.

Buffalo MiniStation DataVault Key Features:

• HDD is suspended on shock absorbers within the case
• Includes mobile versions ofFirefox Web browser and Thunderbird e-mail client
• TurboUSB Increases Your Data Transfer Speeds!
• High-Speed 5400 rpm Hard Drive
• Plug-n-Play – ready for immediate use
• USB Powered – No Power Supply Needed
• Memeo AutoBackup Software automatically backs up files from your PC and Mac.
• SecureLockWare Encryption Software for Windows PC Prevents Unauthorized Access to Your Data

Buffalo’s MiniStation DataVault Portable USB Hard Drive will retail for around $130 and $210 for the 160GB and 320GB capacity versions respectively.

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