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product_id: 29517414
title: "Kingston Ironkey S1000 4GB Encrypted USB Flash Drive On-Device Cryptochip FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Multi-Password Security Options IKS1000B/4GB"
brand: "kingston"
price: "KSh23275"
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# Rugged anodized aluminum casing 256-bit AES XTS encryption FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certified Kingston Ironkey S1000 4GB Encrypted USB Flash Drive On-Device Cryptochip FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Multi-Password Security Options IKS1000B/4GB

**Brand:** kingston
**Price:** KSh23275
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🔒 Secure your digital life with IronKey’s ultimate fortress on-the-go!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Kingston Ironkey S1000 4GB Encrypted USB Flash Drive On-Device Cryptochip FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Multi-Password Security Options IKS1000B/4GB by kingston
- **How much does it cost?** KSh23275 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- kingston enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted kingston brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rugged & Ready:** Precision-machined anodized aluminum casing built to survive your busiest workdays.
- • **Instant Data Defense:** Auto-locks and wipes data after multiple failed attempts—your secrets stay secret.
- • **Unbreakable Encryption:** Hardware-based 256-bit AES XTS encryption keeps your data fortress impenetrable.
- • **Enterprise-Grade Security:** FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validation with on-device Cryptochip ensures tamper-proof protection.
- • **Customizable Access Control:** Supports complex passwords or 255-character passphrases with multi-password options.

## Overview

The Kingston IronKey S1000 4GB is a high-security USB flash drive featuring hardware-based 256-bit AES XTS encryption, FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certification, and an on-device Cryptochip for tamper detection. Its rugged anodized aluminum casing ensures durability, while multi-password support and automatic data wipe after failed attempts provide customizable, enterprise-grade protection for sensitive data.

## Description

Kingston’s IronKey™ S1000 meets the strictest standards to make it the ultimate security drive. Safeguard 100 per cent of confidential data with 256-bit AES hardware-based encryption, in XTS mode, and FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validation with on-device Cryptochip Encryption Key management. The drive detects and responds to physical tampering and provides automatic data protection upon drive removal. For added peace of mind, the drive uses digitally-signed firmware that makes it immune to BadUSB. S1000 allows for two passphrase types: either a complex password or a passphrase up to 255 characters long. After ten invalid password attempts,

Review: Most of the 8 gigs of memory is hidden until you securely unlock it. - I've owned and used this product for almost 2 years, so I think I'm well qualified to give my opinion of this flash drive. I bought it right here on desertcart. The reviewer who claimed it only had a couple hundred megabytes of memory probably didn't bother reading the instructions on how to properly set it up and use it. Unfortunately for reviews, that seems to be a common theme among purchasers and products. Don't assume! Take the time to learn how to properly use any item. The "security gate" system files that occupy only a very small amount of memory are all that are visible to anyone when first plugged into a computer. Once the secure password is entered properly during normal use or after initial setup, all 8 gigs are available and shown with dual drive letters, the system drive and the storage area drive. It allows you to select your preferred level of security to handle incorrect password attempts, either allowing unlimited reattempts or wiping of all data after the set amount of incorrect entries. You can also select during password entry, whether you want it to open the secure drive section as read only or fully read/writable. The price reflects the quality and security and is well worth it! It appears to be a precision machined aluminum outer body in a brushed finish with an integrated key ring loop at the opposite end of the removable cap. I'm EXTREMELY satisfied with this IronKey 8 gig flash drive and will definitely buy versions with higher storage as well.
Review: Mostly fine, but these are Enterprise/Managed drives (??) - These drives mostly work fine, however, they are the Enterprise/Managed versions of ironkey drives. That means that as an independent user, it is impossible to initialize or administer them properly. Only an enterprise-level user with access to Kingston's "management console" can completely initialize the devices. Apparently the "console" itself was deprecated in 2023. I can lock and unlock them cleanly on Windows, but the Mac unlocker software from Kingston will not lock them properly on a Mac. We have to force-eject the secure partition, each time. Supposedly, Kingston does not consider this to be a "product defect" so there's no remedy for fixing this problem. Don't ask me why desertcart sent me Enterprise/Managed versions of ironkey drives. We aren't supposed to have them, but that's what they sent. The purchase date was several years ago, so the warranty has long expired. I can unlock the secure drives and write to them just fine. So the basic functionality is there.

## Features

- On-device Cryptochip provides the ultimate layer of hardware security.
- FIPS 140-2 Level 3
- Enhanced hardware-based security with XTS-AES 256-bit
- Complex password or passphrase security
- Rugged, secure casing in anodised aluminium

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01CH4DEEA |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,832 in USB Flash Drives |
| Color | Silver |
| Computer Memory Type | DIMM |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (107) |
| Date First Available | March 2, 2016 |
| Flash Memory Type | USB |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 05056006147589 |
| Hardware Connectivity Technology | USB Type A |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5 x 2.72 x 1.1 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.13 ounces |
| Item model number | IKS1000B/4GB |
| Manufacturer | Kingston Technology |
| Model Name | IKS1000B/4GB |
| Product Dimensions | 3.24"D x 0.83"W x 0.36"H |
| Read Speed | 200 Megabytes Per Second |
| UPC | 740617255218 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Kingston
- **Hardware Interface:** USB, USB 3.0
- **Memory Storage Capacity:** 4 GB
- **Special Feature:** Encrypted
- **Write Speed:** 12x

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Are Ironkey's S-series products still SLC?  I cannot find this information on their website, or in their datasheets.**
A: The S1000 uses MLC flash (the "S" stands for Secure, not SLC). Read the FAQ at http://support.ironkey.com/article/AA-03550/194/FAQs.html

**Q: How do you get this to work with macos catalina or later? it has a 32-bit app that catalina won't run and it appears not to be updatable.**
A: I am running macOS 10.15 Catalina.  The short answer (see the longer on in my review) is that you need a Windows PC (hardware, not virtualized) in order to update the unit.  I found an unused Mac and installed a Windows 10 instance using Boot Camp; the installer is free to download and there are apparently "temporary" license keys that allow one to boot and use Windows with degraded functionality without cost.  You'll need the latest update .EXE file from Kingston.  I can confirm this worked.

**Q: Does this meet fips 140-2?**
A: Yes. I think so. Should be in product pamphlet

**Q: is it managed by corperation or for standard private use???**
A: From what I've read, both, your choice.   May depend on the model, read the fine print.  All the models are suitable for private use, just do not allow any entity or person to link the key and maybe avoid using the cloud?

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Most of the 8 gigs of memory is hidden until you securely unlock it.
*by K***N on June 30, 2019*

I've owned and used this product for almost 2 years, so I think I'm well qualified to give my opinion of this flash drive. I bought it right here on Amazon. The reviewer who claimed it only had a couple hundred megabytes of memory probably didn't bother reading the instructions on how to properly set it up and use it. Unfortunately for reviews, that seems to be a common theme among purchasers and products. Don't assume! Take the time to learn how to properly use any item. The "security gate" system files that occupy only a very small amount of memory are all that are visible to anyone when first plugged into a computer. Once the secure password is entered properly during normal use or after initial setup, all 8 gigs are available and shown with dual drive letters, the system drive and the storage area drive. It allows you to select your preferred level of security to handle incorrect password attempts, either allowing unlimited reattempts or wiping of all data after the set amount of incorrect entries. You can also select during password entry, whether you want it to open the secure drive section as read only or fully read/writable. The price reflects the quality and security and is well worth it! It appears to be a precision machined aluminum outer body in a brushed finish with an integrated key ring loop at the opposite end of the removable cap. I'm EXTREMELY satisfied with this IronKey 8 gig flash drive and will definitely buy versions with higher storage as well.

### ⭐⭐ Mostly fine, but these are Enterprise/Managed drives (??)
*by T***M on December 30, 2025*

These drives mostly work fine, however, they are the Enterprise/Managed versions of ironkey drives. That means that as an independent user, it is impossible to initialize or administer them properly. Only an enterprise-level user with access to Kingston's "management console" can completely initialize the devices. Apparently the "console" itself was deprecated in 2023. I can lock and unlock them cleanly on Windows, but the Mac unlocker software from Kingston will not lock them properly on a Mac. We have to force-eject the secure partition, each time. Supposedly, Kingston does not consider this to be a "product defect" so there's no remedy for fixing this problem. Don't ask me why Amazon sent me Enterprise/Managed versions of ironkey drives. We aren't supposed to have them, but that's what they sent. The purchase date was several years ago, so the warranty has long expired. I can unlock the secure drives and write to them just fine. So the basic functionality is there.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellant encrypted secure USB flash drive
*by B***B on March 18, 2019*

This is the last Ironkey secure drive made by Imation before they sold the Ironkey line, including inventory, to Kingston. It is USB 3.0. The S snd D 100s and 200s were USB 2.0. The case is steel. The silicone is encrypted and completely encased in epoxy, making it virtually impossible to saw the case without destroying the silicone. It is ptotected by a 15 character password. You can set it to either wipe or self-destruct if an incorrect password is entered from 2 to 10 (default) times. If it is set to self-destruct, an internal capacitor discharges and fries it when you exceed the allowed tries. There is. no way to recover a forgotten password. This version is unmanaged, so it never has communicate with a remote server. For most oeople, this is the only password manager you will ever need. It is small enough to putbonba keychain, but very heavy.

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