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product_id: 565024747
title: "Kingston IronKey D500S hardware-encrypted USB flash drive 16GB FIPS 140-3 Lvl 3 (Pending) AES-256 - IKD500S/16GB"
brand: "kingston"
price: "KSh47411"
currency: KES
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Kingston"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/565024747-kingston-ironkey-d500s-hardware-encrypted-usb-flash-drive-16gb-fips
store_origin: KE
region: Kenya
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# 260 MB/s read speed - Rapid data access FIPS 140-3 Level 3 Pending - Military-grade security Rugged zinc casing - Penetration attack protection Kingston IronKey D500S hardware-encrypted USB flash drive 16GB FIPS 140-3 Lvl 3 (Pending) AES-256 - IKD500S/16GB

**Brand:** kingston
**Price:** KSh47411
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔐 Secure your data like a boss with Kingston IronKey D500S!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Kingston IronKey D500S hardware-encrypted USB flash drive 16GB FIPS 140-3 Lvl 3 (Pending) AES-256 - IKD500S/16GB by kingston
- **How much does it cost?** KSh47411 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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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

- • **Emergency Crypto-Erase:** Crypto-Erase password wipes data instantly in emergencies—control your info like a pro.
- • **Rugged & Reliable Design:** Zinc casing guards against physical attacks, built tough for the on-the-go professional.
- • **Lightning-Fast Data Access:** 260 MB/s read speed means no waiting—instant access to your critical files.
- • **Dual Hidden Partition Innovation:** Industry-first dual hidden Parion option keeps sensitive data invisible and ultra-secure.
- • **Unbreakable Military-Grade Security:** FIPS 140-3 Level 3 (Pending) certification ensures your data stays fortress-locked.

## Overview

The Kingston IronKey D500S 16GB USB flash drive delivers military-grade AES-256 encryption with FIPS 140-3 Level 3 (Pending) certification, ensuring top-tier data protection. Featuring a rugged zinc casing for physical durability, dual hidden partitions for advanced data concealment, and a rapid 260 MB/s read speed, it’s engineered for professionals who demand uncompromising security and performance on the move.

## Description

The IronKey D300S uses the strongest available 256-bit AES encryption to provide companies the most advanced-level security USB to safeguard sensitive information.

Review: Gut geschützter USB Stick, mit viele Sicherheitsvorkehrungen. Der Stick lässt sich nicht Knacken, brechen usw. Klare Kaufempfehlung
Review: It's quite pricey, but it's working very well so far. The manufacturer information does not elaborate much on the features, but from what I am seeing, the 500S does not appear to be allowing any access to the device other than the actual data reads and writes that I am making. I like that!

## Features

- FIPS 140-3 Level 3 (Pending) certified for flagship military-grade security
- Multi-Password option with Complex/Passphrase modes
- Industry-first Dual Hidden Parion option
- Crypto-Erase Password for emergencies
- Rugged zinc casing for penetration attack protection.User-friendly interface.Fully customisable features and attributes

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CHNB6NMQ |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #4,406 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #68 in USB Flash Drives |
| Color | Black |
| Colour | Black |
| Computer Memory Type | DIMM |
| Connectivity technology | USB |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (62) |
| Date First Available | 16 September 2023 |
| Flash memory type | USB |
| Hardware Connectivity Technology | USB Type A |
| Hardware Platform | Not Machine Specific |
| Item Weight | 51.8 g |
| Item model number | IKD500S/16GB |
| Manufacturer | Kingston |
| Model name | D500S |
| Product Dimensions | 7.98 x 2.01 x 0.99 cm; 51.82 g |
| Reading speed | 260 Megabytes Per Second |
| UPC | 740617334838 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Kingston
- **Hardware interface:** USB 3.2 Gen 1
- **Memory storage capacity:** 16 GB
- **Special features:** Encrypted
- **Writing speed:** 260 megabytes_per_second

## Images

![Kingston IronKey D500S hardware-encrypted USB flash drive 16GB FIPS 140-3 Lvl 3 (Pending) AES-256 - IKD500S/16GB - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51lwj6-lJuL.jpg)

## Available Options

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

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***A on 31 July 2025*

Gut geschützter USB Stick, mit viele Sicherheitsvorkehrungen. Der Stick lässt sich nicht Knacken, brechen usw. Klare Kaufempfehlung

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by R***D on 30 April 2024*

It's quite pricey, but it's working very well so far. The manufacturer information does not elaborate much on the features, but from what I am seeing, the 500S does not appear to be allowing any access to the device other than the actual data reads and writes that I am making. I like that!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***E on 7 April 2025*

Replacing on older obsolete Ironkey which has been great for years and this is also solidly built and confidence inspiring. Works across multiple operating systems seamlessly.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Kingston Ironkey D500S 16GB Encrypted Flash Drive | Dual Hidden Partition | FIPS 140-3 Level 3 | XTS-AES 256-bit | BadUSB and Brute Force Protection | Multi-Pin Option | IKD500S/16GB,Black
- Kingston Ironkey Keypad 200 16GB Encrypted USB | Alphanumeric Keypad | Multi-Pin Access | XTS-AES 256-bit | FIPS 140-3 Level 3 Certified | Brute Force & BadUSB Protection | IKKP200/16GB,Blue

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*Last updated: 2026-03-01*