Aegis Vault 160GB - External hard drive Apricorn - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	External Hard Drive
Brand	Apricorn
Model	Aegis Vault 160GB
Storage Capacity	160 GB
Interface	USB 3.0 (compatible with USB 2.0)
Drive Form Factor	2.5-inch
Dimensions (L x W x H)	Approx. 130 x 80 x 18 mm
Weight	Approx. 200 g
Power Supply	USB bus powered (no external power adapter required)
Encryption	Hardware AES 256-bit encryption
Security Access	Physical PIN pad, 7-16 digit PIN
Compatible Operating Systems	Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, iOS (via OTG)
Data Transfer Rate	Up to 5 Gbps (USB 3.0)
Maintenance	Clean with a soft, dry cloth; avoid solvents
Spare Parts / Repairability	No user-serviceable parts; sealed unit
Warranty	3-year limited warranty
Included Accessories	USB 3.0 cable, quick start guide
Special Features	Hardware encryption, no software required, OS independent

Frequently Asked Questions - Aegis Vault 160GB Apricorn

How do I set the PIN on my Aegis Vault 160GB?

Can I use the Aegis Vault with a USB 2.0 port?

What should I do if I forget my PIN?

Is the Aegis Vault compatible with Mac and Windows?

How does the hardware encryption work?

Can I boot my computer from the Aegis Vault?

What happens if the drive is shaken or dropped?

How do I clean the Aegis Vault?

Does the drive require any software to manage encryption?

What is the warranty period for the Aegis Vault?

USER MANUAL Aegis Vault 160GB Apricorn

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION 4

B. SOFTWARE INCLUDED 4

1. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AEGIS VAULT 5

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS 5

PACKAGE CONTENTS 5

1. SPECIFICATIONS 6

2. AEGIS VAULT SOFTWARE 7

TO START THE VAULT TRAY PROGRAM 7

Lock/ UNLOCK 7

FORMAT 8

To Format the Encrypted Partition 8

ADD USER PASSWORD 9

CHANGE PASSWORD 9

RESET VAULT 10

1. VAULT CONSOLE PROGRAM 10

2. VAULT RESIZE PROGRAM 11

PARTITION & FORMAT THE PUBLIC PARTITION 12

INITIALIZING NONENCRYPTED PARTITION 14

1. ADMINISTRATOR TOOLS & PROCEDURES 19

ADDING VAULT CONSOLE PROGRAM TO PUBLIC PARTITION 19

USING VAULT RESET CONSOLE 20

1. CONTACTING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 21

RMA POLICY 21

WARRANTY CONDITIONS 22

1. FAQs 23

1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Aegis Vault.

Please take the time to read this manual first to familiarize yourself with the Aegis Vault and the included software.

The Aegis Vault is the ultimate portable hard drive and secure storage system. Password protected and featuring AES-128 bit hardware encryption, the Aegis Vault provides seamless real-time encryption and keeps your data safe even if the hard drive is removed from its enclosure.

Bus powered and easy to use, the Vault's encrypted partition is accessed by entering an authenticated password. The Vault can be configured to support unencrypted public partitions for data sharing and encrypted private partitions controlled only by the drive administrator. No software installation is required on the host computer to access the encrypted partition, enabling you to access your data on any computer system.

Utilizing the advanced design of the Aegis product line, the Vault also includes a robust 16-point omni-directional shock mounting, and USB integrated cable. The Aegis Vault is the ideal hard drive to add additional capacity to your system. Perfect for storing photos, music and video files in addition to work documents.

Compatible with Windows PCs, the Aegis Vault's sleek, slim, self-powered design makes it the perfect traveling companion. Providing the ultimate in flexibility and security, the Vault gives you the option of storing your sensitive files in the encrypted partition of the drive and keeping your public files open for access.

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2. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AEGIS VAULT

Minimum System Requirements

Hardware: Pentium CPU II

32MBs RAM

USB Port

CD ROM or CD-RW drive

Operating systems:

Microsoft: Windows XP and Vista

Package Contents

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APRICORN

QUICKSTART GUIDE AEGIS VAULT

Aegis Vault Quick StaPaGolde travel pouch

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USB Y-cable

AEGIS VAULT CD CONTENTS Aegis Vouti Security Altersia® Security Global Advanced Residence® Segal Vouti Manual and Efficiency

Aegis Vault Software CD

USB Y-cable: In the rare case that the Aegis Vault does not power up on a single USB connection, the included USB Y-cable may be required (Pictured above). Simply plug the two Y-cable USB connectors (black and grey connectors) into the two USB ports on your notebook, connect the Aegis Vault, and the Aegis Vault will power.

3. SPECIFICATIONS

Encryption Benefits
Real-time AES 128-Bit hard drive encryption	Encrypts your data real-time and keeps your data safe even if the hard drive is removed from the enclosure
Create unencrypted and encrypted partitions	Resize tool allows user to create public partitions for sharing data and resize public and private partitions as needed
Resets encrypted data fast Reset V	vault tool allows administrator to quickly reset the drive encryption for Aegis Vault redeployment
No software required to access encrypted data	Software not required to be installed on host to access encrypted partition
Features Benefits
LED for visual indicator of locked & unlocked state	Red LED indicates Locked state Green LED indicates unlocked state
Ultra-portable design	Ideal to take between home and the office or on trips
Integrated cable Integrated USB 2.0 cable
Bus Powered Bus powered from standard USB port
Extensive Shock Mounting	Protects the drive with a 16-point omnidirectional shock mounting system
Specifications
Data Transfer Rates USB 2.0 - Up to 480Mbps
Power Supply	100% bus powered
Interface Hi-Speed USB 2.0
Buffer Size 8MB
RPM 5400
Average seek time 12 ms
Shock - non operating 1000G 1ms
Shock - operating 300G 2ms

4. AEGIS VAULT SOFTWARE

The Aegis Vault software installs two programs into the All Programs|Apricorn| Aegis Vault Software menu, the VaultTray and VaultResize. The VaultTray program allows the drive administrator to complete the initial setup and format of the hard drive, as well as create and manage additional user passwords. The VaultResize program allows the drive administrator to resize the private partition, as well as reset the encryption on the drive. A third program, the VaultConsole, can be used to gain access to the drive on a system that does not have the Aegis Vault software installed.

To start the VaultTray program:

Go to Start| All Programs| Apricorn| Aegis Vault Software and click on VaultTray. If the program is already running, click on the Aegis Vault icon in the system tray. During the installation process, VaultTray is configured to automatically start when Windows boots up. The VaultTray program has 5 buttons; Lock/Unlock, Format, Add User Password, Change Password and Reset Vault. These buttons may be active or inactive depending on the user level.

Vault Drive Drive: Password User Type User Administrator Lock Format Add User Password Change Password Reset Vault Vault Drive is Unlocked

Lock/ Unlock: This button locks and unlocks the drive. The button title changes depending on drive state

When the Aegis Vault is in the locked state the button reads Unlock. The user or drive administrator need to check the appropriate radio button (User or Administrator) and enter a password to unlock the drive. In this state the message field at the bottom of the window will read: Vault Drive is Unlocked. Once the Aegis Vault is unlocked the encrypted data on the drive may be accessed.

When the Aegis Vault is in the unlocked state the button reads Lock. Pressing the button when it reads Lock will render the drive's encrypted contents inaccessible. In this state the message at the bottom of the main window will read: Vault Drive is Locked.

Format: The Aegis formatter utility is used to format the encrypted volume of an Aegis encrypted USB drive.

Caution: The Aegis Formatter will format the first Aegis encrypted USB drive it finds. Remove any other Aegis encrypted USB drive attached to the host system (Aegis Vault or Aegis Vault) before running the Aegis Formatter. Do not use this feature unless you intend to erase all the data on the encrypted drive.

To format the encrypted partition:

Click the Format button and the Aegis Formatter window pops up. The volume label is set to ENCRYPTED by default and may be changed to make the drive name more user friendly. Click Format button and a WARNING: Formatting will erase ALL data on this drive... message will appear. To format, click OK. To quit, click Cancel. This feature is only active when the drive is unlocked using the administrator password.

Aegis Formatter Aegis Device Information Aegis BIO Found Volume to Format: (F:\ Capacity: 37.26GB Volume Label: ENCRYPTED Aegis Formatter Description The Aegis formatter utility is used to format the encrypted volume of the Aegis USB drive. Format Close

Note: Aegis Formatter by default will create a single encrypted FAT32 partition using all the available space. FAT32 is the only recommended formatting method for the encrypted partition.

Add User Password: This feature allows the drive administrator to create passwords for up to 3 additional users.

To add a new user password:

Click on the “Add New Password” button and a dialog box will appear. There are two fields; “New Password” and “Retype New Password.” Both fields must be completed to add a user password. This feature is only active when the drive is unlocked using the administrator password.

Add Password New Password OK Cancel Retype New Password

Note: There is only one drive administrator and a second drive administrator password cannot be added.

Change Password: This feature allows a user or the drive administrator to change the password they logged in with.

Change Password New Password OK Cancel Retype New Password Old Password

To change the password:

Click on the “Change Password” button and a dialog box will appear. There are three fields “New Password”, “Retype New Password” and “Old Password”. All three fields must be completed to change the password.

Reset Vault: This feature resets the Aegis Vault's encrypted partition. All the data and passwords associated with the encrypted partition will be irrevocably lost. This feature is only active when the drive is unlocked using the administrator password.

To reset the Vault:

Click on the Reset Vault button and a warning window will appear. Click OK to continue or Cancel to Quit and exit the program. Click Add Admin Password to add a new administrator password. Follow the Aegis Formatter instructions to format the drive.

Resetting Encryption Information WARNING: By resetting the encryption information, you will destroy the data in the encrypted partition. To destroy the information, click OK. To quit, click CANCEL. OK Cancel

5. VAULT CONSOLE PROGRAM

The VaultConsole is a stand alone program (located in the C:\Program Files\Apricorn\VaultDrive folder) that allows users and the drive administrator to unlock and lock the Aegis Vault on a system that does not have the Aegis Vault software installed. Simply run VaultConsole.exe on any PC to access your Aegis Vault.

The VaultConsole program has 2 buttons; Lock/Unlock and Rescan.

Vault Drive Password Lock Rescan User Type User Administrator Vault Drive is Unlocked

Lock/ Unlock: This button locks and unlocks the drive. The button title

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changes depending on drive state

When the Aegis Vault is in the locked state the button reads Unlock. The user or drive administrator needs to check the appropriate radio button (User or Administrator) and enter a password to unlock the drive. In this state the message field at the bottom of the window will read: Vault Drive is Unlocked. Once the Aegis Vault is unlocked the encrypted data on the drive may be accessed.

When the Aegis Vault is in the unlocked state the button reads Lock. Pressing the button when it reads Lock will render the drive's encrypted contents inaccessible. In this state the message at the bottom of the main window will read: Vault Drive is Locked.

Note: Closing the Vault Program or Exiting the Vault Tray DOES NOT LOCK THE DRIVE. Removing the drive or using the Lock button are the only two ways to lock the drive.

Rescan: Will scan your computer to detect the presence of an Aegis Vault.

If you start the VaultConsole program without the drive attached click the "Rescan" button to locate the Aegis Vault and then choose user or administrator and enter the password to unlock the Aegis Vault.

6. VAULTRESIZE PROGRAM

To start the VaultResize program, go to:

Start| All Programs| Apricorn| Aegis Vault Software and click on VaultResize.

VaultResize Drive detected. Encryption Percentage (50%) Scan Bus... Resize Exit

Note: If you try to run the VaultResize program when VaultTray is running, you will receive the following error: Another instance of Vault Software is running. Program will now exit. The VaultTray icon in the system tray indicates the program is running. To exit the VaultTray program right click on the VaultTray icon and select Exit.

First, use the VaultResize program to scan for the Aegis Vault by clicking on the “Scan Bus” button. During the scan, the Aegis Vault is ejected and reinitialized as the program tries to get exclusive access to the drive.

Note: It may be necessary to remove other USB hard drives before running Scan Bus, to prevent them from interfering with the scan.

When the Scan Bus is successfully completed, it shows Drive Detected in the upper left-hand portion of the screen. Use the slide bar, to choose the percentage of the Aegis Vault's encrypted partition. Click on the Resize button to repartition the Aegis Vault. The balance of the hard drive can be used to create a second partition that is not encrypted.

Warning: Performing this operation will render any data on the drive inaccessible. Make sure you backup any important data before resizing the private partition.

Once completed, use Windows Disk Management to partition and format the public partition on the drive. To complete formatting of the Aegis Vault's encrypted partition, use the Format button in the VaultTray program as described above.

Partition and format the public partition.

Using Disk Management to prepare the public partition:

1. Go to Start| Settings| Control Panel.
2. From the Classic View in the Control Panel window, double-click Administrative Tools.

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1. Once in Administrative Tools, double-click on Computer Management.

Administrative Tools File Edit View Favorites Tools Help Back Search Folders Address Administrative Tools File and Folder Tasks Share this Folder Other Places Control Panel My Documents My Computer My Network Places Details Administrative Tools System Folder Component Services Shortcut 2 KB Data Sources (ODBC) Shortcut 2 KB Event Viewer Shortcut 2 KB Microsoft .NET Framework 1.3 Configuration Shortcut Performance Shortcut 2 KB Computer Management Shortcut 2 KB DESKTOP-MC Configuration Settings 1 KB Local Security Policy Shortcut 2 KB Microsoft .NET Framework 1.3 Wizards Shortcut Services Shortcut 2 KB

1. In Computer Management, find Disk Management under the Storage section. Double-click on Disk Management. If the disk is not initialized, follow the instructions on Windows XP "Initialize and Convert disk wizard" to initialize the new non-encrypted partition. If the wizard does not appear, follow the remaining instructions. If the drive is already initialized skip to Partitioning and Formatting the Non-encrypted Partition.

Computer Management File Action View Window Help Computer Management (Local) System Tools Event Viewer Shared Folders Local Users and Groups Performance Logs and Alerts Device Manager Storage Removable Storage Disk Demragmenter Disk Management Services and Applications Name System Tools Storage Services and Applications

Initializing the Non-encrypted partition using Disk Management

1. Identify the new drive in Disk Management, the drive will show up as Unknown and Unallocated with a Red No Entry Sign/Not Initialized on the disk number.

Disk 2 Basic 76.69 GB Online 76.69 GB Unallocated Disk 3 Unknown 74.53 GB Not Initialized 74.53 GB Unallocated

1. Right click on the section to the left where the drive number and red no entry sign are located. Select Initialize Disk.

2. Select Basic Storage as the type of disk storage.

Partitioning and Formatting the Non-encrypted partition

1. Right-click the unallocated region of the basic disk and select New Partition.

Disk 0 Basic 232.88 GB Online 39 MB FAT Healthy (EIS. Local (C:) 232.84 GB NTFS Healthy (System) Disk 1 Basic 76.69 GB Online 39 MB FAT Healthy (EIS. Local (G:) 76.65 GB NTFS Healthy (Active) Disk 2 Basic 18.62 GB Online 18.62 GB Unallocated Disk 3 Removable 18.63 GB Online (E:) 18.63 GB Healthy

1. A Partition Wizard will initiate. Click Next.

New Partition Wizard Welcome to the New Partition Wizard This wizard helps you create a partition on a basic disk. A basic disk is a physical disk that contains primary partitions, extended partitions, and logical drives. You can use any version of Windows or MS-DOS to gain access to partitions on basic disks. To continue, click Next.

1. Select Primary partition and click Next.

New Partition Wizard Select Partition Type There are three types of partitions: primary, extended, and logical. Select the partition you want to create: ○ Primary partition ○ Extended partition ○ Logical drive Description A primary partition is a volume you create using free space on a basic disk. Windows and other operating systems can start from a primary partition. You can create up to four primary partitions or three primary partitions and an extended partition. < Back Next > Cancel

1. You will then need to decide on a partition size. Enter a partition size in the box provided. Click Next.

New Partition Wizard Specify Partition Size Choose a partition size that is between the maximum and minimum sizes. Maximum disk space in megabytes (MB): 15257 Minimum disk space in MB: 8 Partition size in MB: 15257 < Back Next > Cancel

1. Select Assign the following drive letter. Fill in the drive letter. Be sure to select a drive letter that is not in use. Click Next.

New Partition Wizard Assign Drive Letter or Path For easier access, you can assign a drive letter or drive path to your partition. Assign the following drive letter: F Mount in the following empty NTFS folder: Browse... Do not assign a drive letter or drive path < Back Next > Cancel

1. "Format this partition with the following settings" is selected by default.

New Partition Wizard Format Partition To store data on this partition, you must format it first. Choose whether you want to format this partition, and if so, what settings you want to use. Do not format this partition Format this partition with the following settings: File system: FAT32 Allocation unit size: Default Volume label: New Volume Perform a quick format Enable file and folder compression < Back Next > Cancel

File System: Choose NTFS or FAT32.

Allocation unit size: Accept the default size

Volume Label: Choose a name that is meaningful to you.

Perform a Quick Format: Recommended Enabling Perform a Quick Format reduces the format time significantly.

Enable file and folder compression: Optional

Selecting this feature gives you the option to use file and folder compression feature available to the NTFS files system.

1. Click Next.

New Partition Wizard Completing the New Partition Wizard You have successfully completed the New Partition Wizard. You selected the following settings: Partition type: Primary partition Disk selected: Disk 2 Partition size: 15257 MB Drive letter or path: F: File system: FAT32 Allocation unit size: Default Volume label: New Volume Quick format: No To close this wizard, click Finish. < Back Finish Cancel

1. Verify the settings you have chosen and click "Finish" to start the formatting. Formatting time may vary depending on the size of the partition and the file system.

Disk 0 Basic 232.88 GB Online 39 MB FAT Healthy (EI) Local (C:) 232.84 GB NTFS Healthy (System) Disk 1 Basic 76.69 GB Online 39 MB FAT Healthy (E) Local (G:) 76.65 GB NTFS Healthy (Active) Disk 2 Basic 18.62 GB Online NEW VOLUME (F:) 18.62 GB FAT32 Healthy Disk 3 Removable 18.63 GB Online ENCRYPTED (E:) 18.63 GB FAT32 Healthy

When completed, the new volume will show "Healthy" and have a solid blue bar at the top of the drive properties box.

6. ADMINISTRATOR TOOLS & PROCEDURES

Adding VaultConsole Program to a Public Partition

The VaultConsole is a stand alone program that allows users and the drive administrator to unlock and lock the Aegis Vault on a system that does not have the Aegis Vault software installed. The VaulConsole is available from the menu on the Aegis Vault software CD. Alternately, you may want to add the VaultConsole program to a public partition on the Aegis Vault. Public partitions are not encrypted and will be accessible on most computers with a USB port. With the VaultConsole program on a public partition, you will always have access to the Aegis Vault without having to carry the Aegis Vault Software CD.

The first step is to create a public partition and an encrypted partition with the VaultResize program. You will find detailed instructions to resize and format the partitions in section 6. VaultResize Program on page 11. Once the public partition is created on the Aegis Vault go to: C:\Program Files\ Apricorn\ VaultDrive folder and copy VaultConsole.exe to the new public partition on the Aegis Vault. To access the encrypted data on a computer that does not have the Aegis Vault software installed, simply connect the Aegis Vault to any computer and open the public partition then click on the VaultConsole.exe file, enter your password to access the encrypted portion of the drive.

Using the VaultResetConsole.exe

The AegisResetConsole.exe program does not show up on any menus and is only available as an executable program from the CD. The VaultResetConsole.exe program will completely destroy all of the data from the Aegis Vault with no possibility of recovery. Extreme caution should be used when running this program.

To use the VaultResetConsole.exe, go to the Vault drive folder on the Aegis Vault software CD and double click it. You will see the following WARNINGS:

WARNING: By resetting the encryption information you will destroy the data in the encrypted partition. Press 'Y' to reset Drive E: or any other key to Exit

Are you sure?

Again, resetting the encryption information will destroy the data in the encrypted partition. Press 'Y' to reset Drive E: or any other key to Exit

The Vault Drive was reset successfully Press any key to exit program

7. CONTACTING TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Apricorn provides the following helpful resources for you:

1. Hardware Installation Section of the User's Guide.
2. Apricorn's Website (http://www.apricorn.com) This gives you the ability to check for up-to-date information.
3. Email us at [e-mail].
4. Or call the Technical Support Department at 1-800-458-5448.

Apricorn's Technical Support Specialists are available from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Pacific Time from Monday through Friday.

8. RMA POLICY

An RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) tracking number must be issued by Apricorn. If you need to return or replace your Apricorn product, Apricorn requires that you perform the following steps:

1. Simply call Apricorn's technical support department with your Apricorn product part number and a description of the problem(s) you are experiencing.
2. If the Apricorn representative finds cause for a return, they will issue an RMA number. Please write this number down.
3. Fill out an RMA authorization form with your package. The RMA form is available on-line at http://www.apricorn.com/support/rma.php.
4. Please send the prepaid package to the following address, make sure the RMA# is written on the exterior of the package:

Apricorn

RMA#:

12191 Kirkham Road

Poway, CA 92064

The purchaser shall be responsible for any loss or damage to the returned product until it is received by Apricorn. Purchaser should consider obtaining insurance with respect to shipping the product.

WARRANTY CONDITONS

Three-Year Warranty:

Apricorn offers a 3-year warranty on the Aegis Vault against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. The warranty period is effective from the date of purchase either directly from Apricorn or an authorized reseller.

Disclaimer and terms of the warranties:

THE WARRANTY BECOMES EFFECTIVE ON THE DATE OF PURCHASE AND MUST BE VERIFIED WITH YOUR SALES RECEIPT OR INVOICE DISPLAYING THE DATE OF PRODUCT PURCHASE.

APRICORN WILL, AT NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE, REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE PARTS WITH NEW PARTS OR SERVICEABLE USED PARTS THAT ARE EQUIVALENT TO NEW IN PERFORMANCE. ALL EXCHANGED PARTS AND PRODUCTS REPLACED UNDER THIS WARRANTY WILL BECOME THE PROPERTY OF APRICORN.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO ANY PRODUCT NOT PURCHASED DIRECTLY FROM APRICORN OR TO ANY PRODUCT THAT HAS BEEN DAMAGED OR RENDERED DEFECTIVE: 1. AS A RESULT OF ACCIDENT, MISUSE, NEGLECT, ABUSE OR FAILURE AND/OR INABILITY TO FOLLOW THE WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THIS INSTRUCTION GUIDE: 2. BY THE USE OF PARTS NOT MANUFACTURED OR SOLD BY APRICORN; 3. BY MODIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT; OR 4. AS A RESULT OF SERVICE, ALTERATION OR REPAIR BY ANYONE OTHER THAN APRICORN AND SHALL BE VOID. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR.

NO OTHER WARRANTY, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, HAS BEEN OR WILL BE MADE BY OR ON BEHALF OF APRICORN OR BY OPERATION OF LAW WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT OR ITS INSTALLATION, USE, OPERATION, REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR.

APRICORN SHALL NOT BE LIABLE BY VIRTUE OF THIS WARRANTY, OR OTHERWISE, FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE INCLUDING ANY LOSS OF DATA RESULTING FROM THE USE OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT, WHETHER OR NOT APRICORN WAS APPRISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

FAQ's

Why am I getting an Error Code with passwords?

The password error codes can be confusing because the same code is used for two completely different reasons.

You will receive the following error if you enter the wrong password (or enter a correct password but with the wrong radio button chosen.) "The Vault Drive returned an error “Bad Data” please ensure you enter your password correctly." Once you choose the correct password or radio button and click on the Unlock button again, the drive will unlock.

You will receive the same error if you exceed 3 user passwords. When you add the 4th password you will receive the same error message.

What does the LED light indicate?

The LED light acts as a visual indicator to show when the Aegis Vault is locked or unlocked.

When the red LED light is glowing, it indicates the Aegis Vault is locked. When the Green LED light is glowing it indicates the Aegis Vault is unlocked.

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