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product_id: 51019367
title: "Apricorn Aegis Padlock 500GB USB 3.0 256-bit AES XTS Hardware Encrypted Portable External Hard Drive (A25-3PL256-500)"
brand: "apricorn"
price: "KSh68212"
currency: KES
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 11
category: "Apricorn"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/51019367-apricorn-aegis-padlock-500gb-usb-3-0-256-bit-aes
store_origin: KE
region: Kenya
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# USB 3.0 - Up to 10X Faster Transfers 256-bit AES XTS Military-Grade Encryption Epoxy Coating - Physical Attack Resistant Apricorn Aegis Padlock 500GB USB 3.0 256-bit AES XTS Hardware Encrypted Portable External Hard Drive (A25-3PL256-500)

**Brand:** apricorn
**Price:** KSh68212
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔐 Secure your data like a pro — because your files deserve fortress-level protection!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Apricorn Aegis Padlock 500GB USB 3.0 256-bit AES XTS Hardware Encrypted Portable External Hard Drive (A25-3PL256-500) by apricorn
- **How much does it cost?** KSh68212 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- apricorn enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Rugged & Road-Ready:** Compact, epoxy-coated design resists physical damage and wear, perfect for on-the-go pros.
- • **Blazing Fast USB 3.0 Speeds:** Transfer large files in a flash with speeds up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0.
- • **Fortress-Level Data Security:** Military-grade 256-bit AES XTS encryption keeps your sensitive files impenetrable.
- • **Intuitive Wear-Resistant Keypad:** Durable keypad designed for effortless, secure access without compromising style.
- • **Self-Destruct Brute Force Defense:** Automatic data wipe after multiple failed attempts ensures your data never falls into the wrong hands.

## Overview

The Apricorn Aegis Padlock 500GB is a portable external hard drive featuring military-grade 256-bit AES XTS hardware encryption, a rugged epoxy-coated design, and ultra-fast USB 3.0 connectivity. Engineered for professionals who demand top-tier security and speed, it includes a wear-resistant keypad and a brute force self-destruct feature to safeguard your data on the move.

## Description

Buy

Review: Great device - Solid, reliable and dependable
Review: Great buy - Excellent reliable device, really easy to use. Will def buy another one!

## Features

- Utilizes Military Grade FIPS PUB 197 Validated Encryption Algorithm
- Super fast USB 3.0 Connection - Data transfer speeds up to 10X faster than USB 2.0
- Sealed from Physical Attacks by Tough Epoxy Coating
- Brute Force Self Destruct Feature.Wear Resistant Key Pad.Compact, Rugged Design - Perfect for taking your data on the road
- International products have separate terms, are sold from abroad and may differ from local products, including fit, age ratings, and language of product, labeling or instructions.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B007JGB0BQ |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | 22,697 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 100 in External Hard Drives |
| Brand | Apricorn |
| Colour | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (497) |
| Date First Available | 6 Aug. 2012 |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Hard Disk Description | Portable, External Mechanical Hard Disk |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 5400 RPM |
| Hard Drive Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Hard Drive Size | 500 GB |
| Item Weight | 227 g |
| Item model number | A25-3PL256-500 |
| Manufacturer | APRICORN MASS STORAGE |
| Number Of Lithium Ion Cells | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 11.43 x 1.91 x 8.26 cm; 226.8 g |
| Series | A25 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Apricorn
- **Colour:** Black
- **Compatible devices:** Desktop, Laptop, Smartphone
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Digital storage capacity:** 500 GB
- **Hard disk description:** Portable, External Mechanical Hard Disk
- **Hard disk form factor:** 2.5 Inches
- **Hard disk interface:** USB 3.0
- **Installation type:** External Hard Drive
- **Special feature:** Hardware Encryption

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great device
*by R***Z on 23 June 2025*

Solid, reliable and dependable

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great buy
*by G***N on 5 October 2021*

Excellent reliable device, really easy to use. Will def buy another one!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best portable harddrive
*by T***S on 18 July 2021*

It really good and its good

## Frequently Bought Together

- Apricorn Aegis Padlock 500GB USB 3.0 External Hard Drive, Gray (A25-3PL256-500)
- Apricorn ASK3-NX 16GB USB 3.1 Encrypted Secure Drive (ASK3-NX-16GB)

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*Store origin: KE*
*Last updated: 2026-03-11*