Secure Data IS-FL-DA-256-4 User Manual

K E Y P A D

SecureUSB KP

USER MANUAL

Contents

SecureUSB Overview 3

Safety Information 3
SecureUSB Features 4
PINs and Procedures 5
Cancelling a Procedure 5

User Mode 5

User PINs 6
User Mode Options 7

Admin Mode 9

Button Pressing Conventions 9
Admin PINs 9
Admin Mode Options 12

Managing the USB 14

Verifying which PINs have Been Set 14
Deleting all Files in Admin Mode 14
Brute Force Hacking Detection 15
Resetting (Deleting) the SecureUSB 16
Reformatting the SecureUSB 16

Technical Support 22

Contact Information 22
Warranty and RMA information 24

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SecureUSB Overview

Thank you for purchasing the SecureUSB KP Model (‘USB’ and ‘USB KP’ hereafter). It’s

an easy to use, hardware encrypted, password activated USB 3.0 Flash drive, with an
onboard alphanumeric, 11 button keypad for OS-independent user-authentication.

The USB uses XTS-AES 256-bit hardware encryption which encrypts all data on it in real
time. It requires neither software drivers nor updates and works on all computers and
embedded systems that support standard USB protocol.

Should your USB get lost or stolen, rest assured that all data on it is protected by military
grade encryption and cannot be accessed without entering the PIN (Personal
Identification Number).

The SecureUSB KP incorporates a rechargeable battery allowing you to enter a PIN into
the keypad before inserting the USB KP into a computer USB port. The USB can be
configured with both a User and Admin PINs, making it perfect for personal use and
business use such as healthcare, legal, corporate, and government.

Your USB may have Cloud Backup and built-in Antivirus features installed. For more
information, please contact Support at SecureData™.

REQUIREMENTS

The USB must be connected to a computer for access (except for during keypad use). It
works on Windows, Mac, Android, Linux, or Chrome operating systems, or any
embedded systems supporting USB 2.0 port, minimum.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

• 1 SecureUSB KP (with PDF User Manual) • 1 Quick Start Guide

Safety Information

This icon indicates important information regarding the safety of the product and
your data (Caution messages). Please be mindful of these messages. Contact support if
you have questions.

PRECAUTIONS

 Do not expose the USB to water or moisture.
 Resetting the USB will delete all stored data as well as all PINs and settings.
 Forgetting your PIN will render the USB inaccessible. There is no ‘backdoor.’
 Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the user's authority to operate the device.

EMI NOTICE

The normal function of the product may be disturbed by strong Electro Magnetic
Interference. If so, simply remove and reinsert the product to resume normal operation by
following the instruction manual. In case the function could not resume, please use the
product in another location.

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SecureUSB Features

LED

Meaning

no LEDs lit

USB is unplugged and locked

(blink all

together once)

Plugged into computer; momentary LED test

= Red solid

Locked

= Red blinking1

Locked, ready for input (other than a Setting code). Also, specific feedback1

= Green blinking

Unlocked and ready for keypad input

= Green blinking

slowly

Unlocked for use in Read-Only Mode

= Green solid

Temporarily unlocked (30 seconds) and not inserted into a computer

Blue & Green

solid

Blue blinking &

Green solid

USB is plugged into a computer and unlocked

NOTE: The blue LED may be on solid or blinking during any procedure
after the USB is unlocked.

Blue blinking slowly

USB is plugged in to computer and locked

Blue blinking then

Red solid

Procedure failed.

1

For other LED combinations see specific status requests: Verifying Existing PIN and Determining the

Version Number described in this manual.

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Figure 1: The USB KP Layout.

LED INTERPRETATIONS

LEDs on the SecureUSB are represented here by colored icons.

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PINs and Procedures

PIN REQUIREMENTS

Your User PIN or Admin PIN must:

• be between 7-15 digits in length

• not contain only repetitive numbers, e.g. (3-3-3-3-3-3-3)

• not contain only consecutive numbers, e.g. (1-2-3-4-5-6-7),

(7-8-9-0-1-2-3-4), (7-6-5-4-3-2-1)

NOTE: Creating words (using the corresponding number key for each letter) can be more

memorable than a string of numbers.

PROCEDURAL CONVENTIONS

• All procedures must be performed prior to inserting the USB KP into a

computer.

• The LED status shown in these procedures is what you should see after
performing each step.

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• Unless otherwise noted, all procedures start with the USB locked.

• In this manual, means press the key button twice; means

press it three times.

NOTE: Each step in all procedures listed below have a 10 second window to start the

next step. In general, a blinking LED times out after 10 seconds.
After unlocking the USB, it will lock again if not inserted into a computer within 30

seconds.

Cancelling a Procedure

To cancel most procedures prior to finishing, press and hold for six seconds. The
exception are procedures for setting options ( ) which you can just let time
out between steps.

User Mode

New USBs are shipped with a default User PIN which is 11223344 (otherwise, your
vendor will supply it). We strongly recommend changing the password once it is
unlocked.

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User PINs

• Unlocking the USB in User Mode

• Changing the User PIN

• Locking the USB KP

• Disconnecting from Your Computer

This Section:

CAUTION: Risk of loss of data. If you forget your User PIN and no Admin
PIN exists, or you forget both PINs, all data will be inaccessible and
reformatting will be required.

UNLOCKING THE USB IN USER MODE

CAUTION: Possible deletion of data. After ten failed attempts to unlock the

USB, the User PIN and all data on the USB will be deleted. Refer to Brute
Force Hacking Detection on page 15.

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NOTE: If the USB is inserted into a computer when locked, its contents does not appear

in your computer’s File Manager (Explorer or Finder).

1. Prior to inserting the USB into a computer, press [ ]

2. Enter the User PIN*. [ ]

3. Press [ ]

4. Within 30 seconds, insert the USB drive into your computer. [ ]

*The factory PIN for new USBs is 11223344. For other USBs, contact your vendor.

We strongly recommend changing the password once it is unlocked.
See Changing the User PIN below.

NOTE: If your computer goes into sleep mode while the USB is unlocked, the USB may

lock after some time depending on your power management settings regarding
the USB port.

CHANGING THE USER PIN

1. Unlock the USB (see procedure above except don’t insert into your computer).[ ]

2. Within 30 seconds, press [ ]

3. Enter the new User PIN. [ ]

4. Press [ ] ;
Or [ ] if PIN does not meet requirements.

5. Re-enter the new PIN. [ ]

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• Enabling Read-Only in User Mode

• Enabling Read/Write in User Mode

• Setting the Timeout Lock in User Mode

• Disabling the Timeout Lock in User

Mode

6. Press [ then ] ;
Or [ ] if re-entry doesn’t match;

Or [ then momentarily] if any error was made, the new PIN was not
created.
NOTE: If the PIN was re-entered incorrectly, the USB will not accept the new PIN
but will remain unlocked with the original PIN (returning to the initial state after
step 1).

If successful and the USB is inserted into your computer within 30 seconds, it will be
unlocked.

LOCKING THE USB KP

Unplugging the USB KP from your computer will automatically lock it.

DISCONNECTING FROM YOUR COMPUTER

Generally, you can just unplug the USB as long as the blue LED is not blinking and it will
lock automatically. However, some computer systems may require you to click the Safely
Remove Hardware/Eject icon within your operating system prior to unplugging it from your
computer. Wait for the indication from your operating system. [ ]

User Mode Options

The following headings describe options and features requiring only a User PIN. For
Administration options see Admin Mode on page 12.

This Section:

NOTE: Each step in all procedures have a ten second window to start the step after it. In

general, a blinking LED times out after ten seconds.

ENABLING READ-ONLY IN USER MODE

The User is able to write content to the USB and then restrict access to read-only (R-O).
Once R-O Mode is activated, access is limited to reading only, until Read/Write is
enabled (which can be accomplished by a User or an Administrator).

1. Unlock the USB with your User PIN. [ ]. (Refer to page 6, except don’t insert

into your computer.)

2. Press [ ]

3. Press 7,6 (R,O for Read-Only) [ ]

4. Press [ briefly, then ] (changes to if subsequently inserted into your

computer)

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The USB drive is unlocked in Read-Only Mode and for thirty seconds is ready to be
inserted into your computer. If not inserted, it will still be in Read-Only Mode the next time
it is unlocked.

NOTE: When plugged into your computer in R-O Mode, the green LED blinks very slowly

to distinguish it from the regular R/W Mode. Also, if you try to save or delete a file
your computer will display a message.

ENABLING READ/WRITE IN USER MODE

Read-Only (Write Restriction) can be turned off restoring Read/Write access.

1. Unlock the USB with your User PIN. [ ]

2. Press [ ]

3. Press 7,9 (R,W for Read/Write). [ ]

4. Press [ briefly, then ]

The USB KP is unlocked in Read/Write Mode and for thirty seconds is ready to be
inserted into your computer. If not inserted it will still be in Read/Write Mode the next time
it is unlocked.

SETTING THE TIMEOUT LOCK IN USER MODE

To protect against unauthorized access when the USB drive is connected to a host
computer and unattended, the USB drive can be set to automatically lock after a pre-set
amount of idle time (no access or write activity).

NOTE: When set in User Mode, the Timeout Lock is only active in User Mode and not

Admin Mode (unlocked with an Admin PIN).

The default state of the Timeout Lock feature is OFF. The Timeout Lock feature can be
set to activate (lock) any time between 1 and 99 minutes.

1. Unlock the USB with your User PIN. [ ] (Refer to Unlocking the USB in User

Mode on page 6, except don’t insert into your computer.)

2. Press [ ]

3. Press 8,5 (T,L for Timeout Lock). [ ]

4. Press [ ]

5. Enter the length of unattended time for Timeout.

Two digits required. [ ]
Examples:

01 = 1 minute
99 = 99 minutes

6. Press [ briefly, then ]

The Timeout Lock is now set and for thirty seconds is ready to be inserted into your
computer. If not inserted it will retain your Timeout Lock settings until changed.

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