Integral 16GB Crypto Drive - FIPS 140-2 Encrypted USB Mandatory encryption ensures a user cannot save unprotected files to the Crypto Drive, a password must be setup before use. Secure Entry - Data cannot be accessed without the correct high strength alphanumeric 8-16 character password. A password hint option is available. The password hint cannot match the password Crypto Drive has a zero footprint - No software installation is required before use. * Compatible with endpoint security software. The Integral Crypto operates comfortably with endpoint security solutions. AES 256-bit hardware encryption is superior to software encryption used by many other "high security" USBs. * The Crypto Drive has been independently tested for data encryption by the Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) committee and validated to FIPS 140 Level 2 and also awarded the CESG Claims Tested Mark (CCTM) by CESG, the UK Government's National Technical Authority for Information Assurance. * FIPS 140-2 Level 2 Validated - Certificate No. 1424. * CESG Claims Tested Mark (CCTM) - Certificate No. 2011 05 0097. Brute-Force Password Attack Protection - Data is automatically erased after 6 failed access attempts. The data and encryption key are securely destroyed and the Crypto Drive is reset. * Rugged triple-layer waterproof design - Protects the Crypto Drive against knocks, drops, break-in and submerging in water. The electronics are sealed in epoxy resin and then shielded by a steel inner case. The rubberised silicone outer casing provides a final layer of protection. * Unique number - The USB pin on each drive is etched with a unique and random 7-digit code. This allows a record to be kept of which drive has been allocated to a specific user.