Buffalo Technology DriveStation DataVault 2 TB USB 2.0 Desktop External Hard Drive HD-CXT2.0TU2
- Hardware encryption chip provides optional full disk encryption for protection against unauthorized access
- TurboPC boost Windows transfer performance by up to 57%
- Quick and easy computer/data backups using Buffalo's Backup Utility
- Conserve energy and battery consumption by utilizing the included ECO Manager software
Product DescriptionBuffalo's DriveStation DataVault USB 2. 0 Desktop Hard Drive HD-CXTU2 is a versatile storage solution designed for practical and secure storage. Ideal for users who want secure, high-speed storage and backup, HD-CXTU2 provides maximum security for your important data. The sleek DriveStation DataVault features an integrated hardware AES encryption chip, providing optional full disk encryption for protection against unauthorized access. DriveStation DataVault also includes Buffalo Tools, a feature-rich suite of tools designed to enhance computer performance and the day-to-day digital life of PC consumers. With Buffalo Tools, users can boost transfer performance by up to 57% using TurboPC, conserve energy and batte. . . More >>
Buffalo Technology DriveStation DataVault 2 TB USB 2.0 Desktop External Hard Drive HD-CXT2.0TU2
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3 Responses
D. Chau - August 11, 2010
I got this drive for my Windows 7 system. The installation was very simple. When you connect the drive to a USB 2. 0 port, you can access the “Public” partition. This partition (only about 450MB) contains the software tools.
You have the option of installing the “Secure Lock Manager” software and encrypting the drive (feature not on by default). Subsequent machines don’t need to install this software (if you move it around). There is a password login on the partition that lets you access the device if you have the password. You just need to “set up” the drive once. Also, you can easily convert the drive to NTFS (to support files > 4GB).
One nice feature I like is that it includes a behavior selection for password failed attempts. You can select how many failed attempts triggers the action. This provides additional protection against brute-force attempts to penetrate the password.
Now – a small comment about the partition. I know you lose 450MB. But this isn’t as bad as some manufacturers. I’ve seen these partitions up to 20GB on some drives (and their software was useless). Here, Buffalo uses 450MB, but at least the tools are actually usable.
Now a word about the encryption. You can switch the encryption mode on and off at anytime. This actually doesn’t scramble the data on the drives. What it does (not documented) is to encrypt the index table and the sector headers. So this isn’t really bullet-proof encryption. But in truth, unless you’re protecting some serious corporate secrets or work for the intelligence community, this should be fine. What it buys is a very quick transfer of data, which is “mostly” scrambled.
I’d buy this again. It works as advertised.
Rating: 4 / 5
Paul Calmes - August 11, 2010
Replaced the first one because I could hear/feel the drive sliding around inside the case. The second one had all three screws rattling around inside the case. Took a chance and opened the case since the drive was still plugged into the USB/SATA board. Installed the screws, buttoned up the case, and it works as designed. . . No problems since.
Buffalo Tech needs to get their China assembly contractor to add loctite or star washers to the mounting screws so they don’t fall out during shipping.
Rating: 2 / 5
DougInLA - August 11, 2010
This drive has performed very well in the month I’ve had it with no problems. I ordered mostly for the full drive security and I love it. It was very easy to set up the security features and works flawless. NO ONE can snoop this drive without a password, just the way I wanted it.
Design is okay, nothing spectacular and the one item I do wish it had was an on/off switch on the drive itself. Other than that, very happy so far and would definitely recommend to someone looking for a full drive lock up to keep out wondering eyes.
Rating: 4 / 5