Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50C 32GB USB-C FIPS 197 Encrypted Drive IKVP50C/32GB
The Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50C 32GB USB-C encrypted drive provides enterprise-grade data protection with FIPS 197 certified AES 256-bit hardware encryption, ensuring sensitive organizational data remains secure on the go.
- FIPS 197 Certified: Meets stringent government and industry security standards, enabling compliance for regulated data handling.
- Hardware Encryption: AES 256-bit XTS encryption protects all data at rest, safeguarding against unauthorized access even if the drive is lost.
- BadUSB Protection: Digitally-signed firmware prevents malicious firmware injection, securing the drive from sophisticated cyber threats.
- Admin/User Roles: Separate access profiles allow for controlled data sharing and simplified password recovery for IT administrators.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50C is a purpose-built 32GB USB-C encrypted drive, engineered to safeguard critical business data with FIPS 197 certified AES 256-bit hardware encryption in XTS mode, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
Beyond its core encryption capabilities, this drive features digitally-signed firmware to defend against BadUSB attacks, brute-force password attack defense, and has been penetration tested for enterprise-grade security, providing a field-proven layer of protection.
- Core Functionality: Delivers FIPS 197 certified AES 256-bit hardware encryption, ensuring all stored data is protected to meet stringent compliance requirements.
- Advanced Threat Defense: Includes digitally-signed firmware to prevent BadUSB attacks and brute-force password attack defense, securing data against sophisticated unauthorized access attempts.
- Robust Durability: Features an IPX8 waterproof rating, protecting critical data from accidental water exposure and ensuring operational resilience in diverse environments.
- Flexible Access Control: Supports both user and admin roles with PIN-secured access and password reset capabilities, simplifying management for IT teams.
- Operational Value: Provides a write protection switch and read-only function, enabling secure data viewing and preventing accidental modification or malware transfer.
Choose the Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50C for a secure, compliant, and durable portable storage solution that protects your organization's most sensitive information.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
Secure Mobile Data Transport
Employees often need to carry sensitive files between locations or to client sites, risking data exposure if devices are lost or stolen. This drive provides FIPS 197 certified hardware encryption, ensuring data remains protected during transit and preventing unauthorized access.
Remote workforces, field service teams, legal professionals, financial advisors, healthcare providers.
Regulatory Compliance for Data Storage
Organizations in regulated industries must adhere to strict data protection mandates like HIPAA, GDPR, or CMMC. The drive's FIPS 197 certification and AES 256-bit hardware encryption help businesses meet these stringent requirements for data at rest and in transit.
Insurance companies, law firms, medical clinics, government contractors, accounting practices.
Protecting Against Insider Threats
Accidental or malicious data exfiltration via portable media poses a significant threat to organizational security. With PIN-secured access, user/admin roles, and write protection, this drive minimizes the risk of unauthorized data access or modification by internal personnel.
Corporate IT departments, research institutions, intellectual property holders, human resources departments.
Key Features
FIPS 197 Certified AES 256-bit XTS Hardware Encryption
Ensures all data is encrypted at the hardware level, meeting stringent government and industry compliance standards for data protection.
Digitally-Signed Firmware with BadUSB Protection
Defends against sophisticated malware attacks that attempt to compromise the drive's firmware, maintaining data integrity and device security.
Brute-Force Password Attack Defense
Automatically locks down or resets the drive after multiple failed password attempts, preventing unauthorized access through guessing.
User and Administrator Roles with Password Reset
Simplifies management for IT teams by allowing separate access profiles and secure password recovery, reducing administrative overhead.
IPX8 Waterproof Rating
Protects the drive and its critical data from accidental water immersion, ensuring operational continuity and data availability even after environmental incidents.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Secures sensitive client financial data and meets regulatory compliance standards like PCI DSS and GLBA with FIPS 197 certified encryption.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Protects patient health information (PHI) and ensures HIPAA compliance by providing FIPS 197 certified hardware encryption for mobile data.
Government & Public Sector
Enables secure handling of classified or sensitive government data, adhering to federal security mandates requiring FIPS 197 validation.
Legal & Professional Services
Safeguards confidential client documents and case files, preventing unauthorized access and maintaining attorney-client privilege with robust hardware encryption.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I set up the Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50C for the first time?
Upon initial connection, the drive prompts you to create a complex password and set up user/admin roles. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure access and security settings, ensuring your data is protected from the start.
Is the Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50C compatible with both Windows and macOS systems?
Yes, the drive is designed for broad compatibility, supporting Windows 11, Windows 10, and macOS versions 12.x through 15.x. This ensures flexible deployment across diverse organizational IT environments.
What is the difference between user and administrator roles on this drive?
The administrator role has full control, including setting policies, managing user accounts, and performing password resets. The user role has access only to the encrypted data, providing controlled access for daily operations while maintaining IT oversight.
Can I use this drive to boot an operating system or store applications?
While the Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50C is optimized for secure data storage and transport, it is not designed as a bootable drive for operating systems or for running applications directly. Its primary function is to securely store and move sensitive files.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Limited 5-year warranty, free technical support
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.