This FIPS 140-2 certified hardware-based self-encrypting drive, the Kanguru Defender Opal SED300 is a hardware-based encryption drive that provides complete disk data security at rest, keeping your operating system locked down and protected through state-of-the-art, autonomous deployment - without any of the performance bottlenecks of a software-based encryption platform. The FIPS 140-2 certified Kanguru Opal SED300 provides exceptional data security benefits for organizations looking to meet the most stringent compliance standards. FIPS 140-2 certified, Level 2 full drive encryption with pre-boot authentication Full panel for a user-friendly experience, secure firmware with digitally signed tamper-resistant epoxy coating Cryptographic controller and flash storageThis Defender Opal SED300 is an ideal security solution for high-security corporate and enterprise environments. Kanguru Defender SED delivers exceptional secure data storage in military-grade, Y-grade hardware protection devices against data breaches, brute force attacks, and more. Manufacturer: Kanguru Solutions. Manufacturer Part Number: KSED300-NVME-500G. Brand Name: Kanguru. Product Line: Defender Opal SED300. Product Model: KSED300-NVME Series. Product Name: Defender Opal SED300 KSED300-NVME-Series Solid State Drive. Product Type: Solid State Drive. [Technical Information] Storage Capacity: 500GB. Supported Platform: PC. Linux. Features: Self-Encrypting Drive. Encryption Standard: AES 256-bit. Encryption Algorithm: FIPS 140-2. FIPS 197. [Drive Performance] Maximum Read Transfer Speed: 3300MB/s. Maximum Write Transfer Speed: 3000MB/s. 4KB Random Read: 700000IOPS. Random 4KB Write: 680000IOPS. [Interfaces/Ports] Drive Interface: PCI Express NVMe. Standard Drive Interface: PCI Express NVMe 4.0 x4. [Physical] Color Family: Blue. Product Color: Blue. Drive Type: Internal. Form Factor: M.2 2280.