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- Page 1 Version 1.06 08.01.2020 KOBRA STICK encrypted USB-C secure flash drive für Unternehmen und Behörden for business and governmental use Benutzerhandbuch User Manual...
- Page 2 PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. INCORRECT OPERATION CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE KOBRA STICK AND LOSS OF DATA. The digital version of the manual can be downloaded from www.digittrade.de in the Download Center. Product version: Kobra Stick (Encrypted USB-C Stick) Version 1.0...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
5.8 Permitted number of failed attempts for entering the user PIN 6. Formatting 7. Applications 7.1 Increasing the level of protection for KOBRA Stick in a company 7.2 Secure and more cost-effective data transport 7.3 Use of fewer data carriers with a large customer base 7.4 Use of fewer data carriers in the field and with public authorities... -
Page 4: About The Kobra Stick
1. About the KOBRA Stick The KOBRA Stick is an encrypted USB-C stick in a sturdy, metal casing. It enables the storage, safekeeping and secure transport of sensitive business and private data for public authorities and companies in accordance with data protection regulations. It was developed in accordance with the “Technical Guidelines”... -
Page 5: Encryption
The encryption module integrated in the safety housing carries out a complete encryption of the KOBRA Stick. Every byte saved and each written sector on the storage device is encrypted in XTS mode, using two cryptographic keys according to the 256-Bit AES (Advanced Encryption Standard). -
Page 6: Overview Of The Most Important Features
- Internal power supply that allows authentication without connecting to a PC or USB hub. Optional: - USB VID, PID & serial numbers can be defined according to customer specifications - Laser-engraved customer specific information on the back of the KOBRA Stick... -
Page 7: Advantages Of The Kobra Stick
- Easy and secure handling due to hardware encryption: connect, login, use - All data is immediately stored as encrypted - No performance losses 2. USB port and input interface The KOBRA Stick can be connected to a PC via a USB port. USB-C 3.0 port... -
Page 8: Using The Kobra Stick
(cancel) (confirm) On the front of the KOBRA Stick there is an input keyboard with a main key, two command keys (“×” cancel and “√” confirm) and ten input keys (0 to 9). Connection with a PC is via a USB-C 3.0 port. - Page 9 As long as the KOBRA Stick is not connected to a PC or with an external power supply (e.g. USB power supply or USB hub) it stays in sleep mode and all keys are deactivated. The KOBRA Stick goes into authentication mode both after pressing the main key for approx.
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Page 10: Roles And Authorisations
The other keys are deactivated and access to the KOBRA Stick is enabled. The stick partition shows up on the desktop and can then be used. -
Page 11: Menü-Modus: Authentisierung Und Verwaltung
In menu mode, the main key lights up blue and all other input keys white. To execute the commands, the KOBRA Stick usually requires a connection to a PC or another external power supply (e.g. USB power supply or USB hub). Exceptions to this are during authentication on the KOBRA Stick, the activation or deactivation of the write protection as well as the generation of new crypto keys. -
Page 12: User Authentication
5.2 Changing the user PIN On the KOBRA Stick the user PIN is needed to carry out authentication (login), to activate write protection and to deactivate, destroy or generate encryption keys. In the KOBRA Stick factory settings the user PIN is “1- 2-3-4-5-6-7-8”. The stick will also have this PIN when the permitted number of failed attempts to login has been exceeded and the user PIN has been reset to the factory settings. -
Page 13: Changing The Administrator Pin
In the KOBRA Stick factory settings, the administrator PIN is “8-7-6-5-4- 3-2-1”. When entering the admin PIN, 16 failed attempts are allowed. If this number is exceeded, the admin PIN is irreversibly blocked and the above functions can no longer be changed. -
Page 14: Write Protection Function
4) Enter the user PIN and confirm with “√“. After the crypto key has been successfully generated or changed, the main key flashes green briefly and the KOBRA Stick switches back to wait mode. During the next authentication, the main key flashes blue until the formatting has been... -
Page 15: Deleting The Crypto Keys
5.7 Time-out and quick-out functions The administrator can define after how many minutes the activated KOBRA Stick is automatically locked if neither reading nor writing access to the stick takes place within the specified time. -
Page 16: Permitted Number Of Failed Attempts For Entering The User Pin
If the process was successful, the main key flashes green briefly and the KOBRA Stick switches back to the wait mode. The quick-out function allows you to log off quickly. It is executed by double-clicking the “×” key within 2 seconds 5.8 Permitted number of failed attempts for entering... -
Page 17: Applications
Extension programs can also be used to write data to file systems where this would not otherwise be possible. Of course, it is also possible to format the KOBRA Stick with any other file system. This does not affect the encryption of the data and the settings already made. -
Page 18: Secure And More Cost-Effective Data Transport
USB connection. The user PIN is not transmitted to the recipient until this information matches. This method enables the KOBRA Stick to deliver sensitive data to the recipient safely and cost-effectively using an insured parcel or courier service. -
Page 19: Use Of Fewer Data Carriers In The Field And With Public Authorities
KOBRA Stick are generated anew and the user PIN is redefined. The number of permitted failed attempts can also be reduced for these purposes to the minimum values of, e.g. 1 to 3. The data can then be stored on the KOBRA Stick and sent by post or courier (see chapter 7.2). -
Page 20: Use As An Encrypted Boot Device
The integrated autonomous power supply enables authentication of the KOBRA Stick to take place before a PC is started (pre-boot authentication). This feature allows operating systems to be stored in encrypted form on the KOBRA Stick and then started directly from the stick. -
Page 21: Use On Different Operating Systems And Smartphones
(e.g. USB power supply or USB hub). This feature of the data carrier is called pre-boot authentication (Chapter 3). The KOBRA Stick can also be used as a boot medium with an installed operating system. When the stick is connected to any PC, the operating system installed on the stick starts. -
Page 22: Technical Specifications
3D TLC, MLC and pSLC 9. Data security and disclaimer We recommend that you also regularly back up the data on the KOBRA Stick on other storage media. This will protect you from complete data loss. DIGITTRADE GmbH is not liable for the loss of data or costs and damages resulting therefrom. In addition, the aforementioned company is not responsible for the stored data with respect to data protection law. -
Page 23: Menu Overview, Commands And Factory Settings
To ensure secure physical separation, the USB cable must be completely removed from the KOBRA Stick. Note: To prevent data loss, make sure that data transmission and access to the KOBRA Stick are complete before disconnecting. 11. Menu overview, commands and factory settings... -
Page 24: Product Contents
16 times (not adjustable) Admin PIN Time- out 0 minutes (adjustable: 0 - 30) 12. Product contents - KOBRA Stick (externally encrypted USB-C stick) Version 1.0 - 3 USB cables (USB-C to USB-C, USB-C to USB-A, USB-C to USB Micro-B) - Packaging... -
Page 25: Hinweis Zum Schutz Und Erhalt Der Umwelt
13. Hinweis zum Schutz und Erhalt der Umwelt According to the EC Directive, waste electrical and electronic equipment must not be disposed of as municipal waste. In order to avoid the spread of materials contained in this product in your environment and to save natural resources, we ask you to return this product exclusively to a local waste collection point in your vicinity at the end of its service life. - Page 26 Ihre Notizen / Your Notes...
- Page 27 © 2019 DIGITTRADE GmbH Deutsch Dieses Handbuch ist urheberrechtlich geschützt und darf nicht (auch nicht teilweise) ohne schriftliche Zustimmung der DIGITTRADE GmbH kopiert werden English This user manual is protected by copyright. No part of this material may be reproduced,...