{"product_id":"secux-forte-usb-128-gb-hardware-encrypted-flash-drive","title":"SecuX Forte USB 128 GB Hardware-Encrypted Flash Drive","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSecuX Forte USB 128 GB: an encrypted flash drive that locks itself\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SecuX Forte USB 128 GB is a hardware-encrypted USB flash drive for carrying important and sensitive data. SecuX describes it as a portable drive with built-in hardware AES 256 encryption that only your password unlocks. SecuX says its embedded encryption engine operates independently from the host system. Files placed in the Secure Folder are encrypted automatically, and pulling the drive out of the USB port logs it out and locks it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat the SecuX Forte USB 128 GB does\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAES-XTS 256 encryption\u003c\/strong\u003e: SecuX’s 256-bit AES-XTS hardware module encrypts the files you save in the Secure Folder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassword login\u003c\/strong\u003e: the password is 8 to 16 characters and must include an uppercase letter, a lowercase letter, a special character and a digit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum number of attempts\u003c\/strong\u003e: SecuX’s guide sets the limit at 6 incorrect passwords, after which the Secure Folder is automatically formatted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic locking\u003c\/strong\u003e: the drive is logged out and locked when it leaves the USB port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHidden password\u003c\/strong\u003e: password input is obscured to guard against direct observation and software-based keystroke recording tools, as SecuX puts it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePortable application\u003c\/strong\u003e: SecuX’s non-installable drive manager is designed to avoid leaving traces on host systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 1\u003c\/strong\u003e: USB-A connector, USB 2.0 compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecuX Forte USB 128 GB hardware-encrypted USB flash drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCapacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e128 GB. Usable storage is less than advertised due to formatting and system files.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEncryption\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAES-XTS 256, hardware-based encryption engine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInterface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 2.0 compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnector\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-A (SecuX lists it as Type-A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOS compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindows 10 or later, macOS 12 or later\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePassword\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 to 16 characters, with a password hint of up to 32 characters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWrong-password limit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 attempts, then the Secure Folder is formatted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 × 48.15 × 4.5 mm (W × D × H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperating temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 °C to 70 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eFigures are SecuX’s published specifications, checked on 10 October 2026. E\u0026amp;OE.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere the SecuX Forte USB 128 GB fits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSecuX positions the drive for people who must keep data confidential while moving it: individuals in financial services who transport financial records, client information or proprietary business data, medical personnel responsible for patient records, researchers in education with confidential or proprietary data, and technology staff who handle confidential information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt runs on Windows 10 or later and macOS 12 or later. On first use you create the password and a hint in the SecuX Forte USB application, and a Secure Folder is then created for your files. The SecuX Forte USB 128 GB is the larger of two capacities, and SecuX publishes the same interface, connector, dimensions and security features for the 64 GB model. Browse the range in Security Drives, or contact us if you have a question.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is data on the SecuX Forte USB 128 GB protected?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecuX specifies a hardware-based encryption engine with AES-XTS 256 encryption. Files saved in the Secure Folder are encrypted automatically, and you reach the folder only after logging in with your password.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the maximum number of password attempts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecuX’s support guide gives 6. After 6 unsuccessful password attempts the USB device is automatically reset and the Secure Folder is formatted. On the 5th attempt you are warned that one more wrong password will erase all data permanently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the password be changed later?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. SecuX’s guide describes a Setting button with a Change Password option, where you enter the current password, create and confirm a new one, and update the password hint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the full capacity of the SecuX Forte USB 128 GB available for files?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot all of it. SecuX states that usable storage is less than advertised due to formatting and system files.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat differs between the SecuX Forte USB 128 GB and the 64 GB model?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapacity. SecuX’s product page gives one set of specifications for both drives, covering the interface, connector, operating systems, dimensions and operating temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e128 GB capacity with AES-XTS 256 encryption from a hardware-based engine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassword authentication and hidden password input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Secure Folder is formatted after 6 incorrect password attempts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocks automatically when removed from the USB port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 1, USB-A connector, Windows 10 or later and macOS 12 or later\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStorage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e128 GB (usable storage is less than the advertised capacity, due to formatting and system files)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSecurity chip\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardware-based AES-XTS 256 encryption engine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 2.0 compatible; USB-A (Type-A) connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAccess control\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassword authentication, 8 to 16 characters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWrong-password limit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 attempts, then the Secure Folder is formatted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAutomatic locking\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLogs out and locks when removed from the USB port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePassword entry\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHidden password input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDrive manager\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-installable portable application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 × 48.15 × 4.5 mm (W × D × H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatible with\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindows 10 or later, macOS 12 or later\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperating temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 °C to 70 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct sheet \u0026amp; downloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secuxtech.com\/community\/how-it-works\/forte-usb\/getting-started\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"\u003eSecuX Forte USB getting started (SecuX online guide)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secuxtech.com\/community\/how-it-works\/forte-usb\/device-setup-and-password-configuration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"\u003eSecuX Forte USB setup and password guide (SecuX online guide)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secuxtech.com\/community\/how-it-works\/forte-usb\/using-the-forte-usb-drive\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"\u003eUsing the SecuX Forte USB drive (SecuX online guide)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secuxtech.com\/community\/how-it-works\/forte-usb\/safety-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"\u003eSecuX Forte USB safety guide (SecuX online guide)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SecuX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67918210760933,"sku":"DYN-SECUX-FORTE-128GB","price":1957.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/0010\/6725\/files\/secux-forte-usb-128-gb-1.webp?v=1793264316","url":"https:\/\/guardsondutyshop.co.za\/products\/secux-forte-usb-128-gb-hardware-encrypted-flash-drive","provider":"Guards On Duty Shop \u0026 Security Guards ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}