Questions about Kingston IronKey Keypad 200

"I really don't see a practical use case here." Then don't buy it...

Unfortunately, I could not find any precise information on the service life. All available documents, including instructions, are listed below: https://www.kingston.com/de/support/technical/products/ikkp200. As far as I can tell from this information, a rechargeable battery should be included, which is charged when the device is connected via USB. The battery should supply the keypad with power, and unlocking should be done without the involvement of the host PC. This should prevent the data from being read out by external software and the like. I could therefore imagine that such a defect could make access to the data impossible. However, this can also happen with other defects, so it would definitely be good to have additional backups.

The Kingston IronKey Keypad 200 is designed with several features to ensure its safety and durability, even in challenging conditions. ## Durability and Water Resistance: - The device is IP57 certified, which means it is protected against dust and can withstand being submerged in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. ## Physical Protection: - The internal components are covered by a layer of special epoxy, making it virtually impossible to remove components without damaging them, thus preventing tamper attacks. ## Drop Resistance: - While the specifications do not explicitly mention drop resistance, the robust design and epoxy internal filling contribute to its overall durability against physical impacts. ## Security Features: - The device features 256-bit AES-XTS encryption and is compliant with FIPS 140-3 Level 3 standards, ensuring high-level security for your data even if the device is lost or compromised. ## Additional Protections: - It includes brute force password attack protection and BadUSB protection with digitally signed firmware, further enhancing its security. Given these features, the Kingston IronKey Keypad 200 is highly resilient and secure, making it a reliable choice even for users who may accidentally expose it to water or drops.

I found this product in USB-C: Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3NXC (8 GB, USB C, USB 3.1) However, if you are expecting a similar product from Kingston, I have not seen any announcement from them.