Access Options and Locking Options 11 Managing the SecureUSB BT 13 Removing a SecureUSB BT 14 Brute Force Hacking Detection 14 Resetting (Deleting) the SecureUSB BT 14 Reformatting the SecureUSB BT 15 Technical Support 19 Contact Information 19 Troubleshooting 20...
Rev. 20180628A SecureUSB BT Overview Thank you for purchasing the SecureUSB BT Model (‘USB’ hereafter). It’s an easy to use, hardware encrypted, password activated USB 3.0 drive. This Bluetooth®-capable model uses an application with wireless user-authentication on a smartphone—iOS and Android.
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Rev. 20180628A EMI C AUTIONS This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Rev. 20180628A SecureUSB BT Features Figure 1: SecureUSB BT layout showing the LED, Device ID number, Serial Number and Part Number Icon Interpretations N THE ECURE LEDs on the USB are represented here by colored icons. Meaning (one blink) Plugged into computer; LED test...
Rev. 20180628A N THE App Icon Meaning USB is locked USB is unlocked (password has been entered) although it may still need formatting for use if it has been reset. USB is blank (such as when not formatted) and the password is not set yet The USB is BT-connected to the app and Authenticated.
Rev. 20180628A Passwords and Procedures The SecureUSB BT Model is shipped with password 11223344. We strongly suggest changing the password for security. CAUTION: Risk of loss of data. If you forget your password all data will be inaccessible and reformatting will be required. There is no ‘backdoor.’...
Rev. 20180628A Unlocking the SecureUSB CAUTION: Possible loss of data. After ten failed attempts to unlock the SecureUSB, the password, all data, and the formatting will be deleted. Refer to Brute Force Hacking Detection on page 14. NOTE: Until the USB is unlocked it does not display in your computer’s File Manager (Explorer or Finder).
Rev. 20180628A Safely Remove Hardware/Eject NOTE: Some computer systems may require clicking the icon on your system prior to unplugging the USB. Wait for the red LED to come on indicating it is locked and ready to disconnect from the computer. Locking without Unplugging from the Computer The two methods shown below (A &...
Figure 2: Password Options HANGING THE ASSWORD Follow these steps to change an existing SecureUSB BT password. Change the Password 1. With the USB unlocked, tap the desired USB name. 2. Tap Change Password and enter your current Refer to Figure 2: above.
Rev. 20180628A ETTING TO EMEMBER ASSWORD To skip entering your password every time, you can have the password field auto-fill. CAUTION: Security risk. When Remember Password is set, the application will not require a password to unlock the SecureUSB. With this setting we strongly suggest that you use a passcode on your iOS/Android device.
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Rev. 20180628A 2. Tap the Read Only button to the ON position (green). 3. Tap Lock to the confirmation message. The USB locks and will be in R-O Mode when unlocked. NABLING RITE Read-Only can be turned off restoring read and write access. Enable Read/Write 1.
3. Tap Yes to confirm. The Step-away AutoLock is now on. To disable the Step-away AutoLock, tap the Step-away AutoLock button OFF (not green). Managing the SecureUSB BT The following headings discuss important, though less common, actions for managing your USB.
To re-use the USB see Reformatting the SecureUSB on page 15. The data is not recoverable. Resetting (Deleting) the SecureUSB BT CAUTION: Resetting the SecureUSB will delete all data stored on it including the password and formatting.
Device ID. All data is now removed from the USB. Reformatting the SecureUSB BT In the event that hacking detection has been triggered or the USB has been reset (all data on the USB has been deleted) the USB must be reformatted for future use.
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Rev. 20180628A Create a Password 1. Insert the USB drive if it is not already. 2. Tap the desired USB name. 3. Type in a new password. 4. Type password again to confirm. 5. Tap Create Password. A system popup will appear regarding the ‘disk’ inserted. To continue, follow the steps below for your type of computer.
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Rev. 20180628A The Disk Utility Dialog. Figure 4: 2. Ensure your USB drive is selected in the list at the left, and then click Erase to open the dialog box. 3. Ensure your USB displays in the Name field and click Erase. The system begins erasing the USB (and renaming it SECUREUSB).
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Rev. 20180628A Figure 5: SECUREUSB displays under the list of External Drives when done (as well as on the desktop). 4. Click Done in the message dialog when available. SECUREUSB is now displayed under External in the left column. 5. Close the Disk Utility. Contents 18 of 21...
Rev. 20180628A Technical Support This section covers contact information and information that SecureData, Inc. may require to quickly assist you. Our website is also a great resource. www.securedrive.com Contact Information Technical Support email: help@securedrive.com Phone Mailing Address USA: 1-800-875-3230 SecureData, Inc. International: +1-323-944-0822 3255 Cahuenga Blvd.
Rev. 20180628A Troubleshooting █ After unlocking the USB, your computer shows that the USB drive is connected (icon displays) but you cannot access the USB data (it doesn’t display in Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac). The USB is not initialized and needs to be formatted—no data exists. It may have been reset.
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Rev. 20180628A EVENT OF ANY OF THESE SITUATIONS, THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE VOID. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED ABOVE, NO OTHER WARRANTY, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, HAS BEEN OR WILL BE MADE BY OR ON BEHALF OF SECUREDATA, INC.
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