Addonics Technologies ZSAES256EU, ZESAES256 manual Reset switch, Green Power LED, Yellow Power LED

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Reset switch

Under certain applications, the RESET button enables the connecting and disconnecting of the Cipher Z-Drive Enclosure without restarting the system. Following are examples of such applications:

a.When the cipher key is removed from the Z-Drive Enclosure, pressing the reset switch will clear the key code and remove the drive icon. This is good for security when the Z-Drive Enclosure is left unattended.

b.Likewise when the Z-Drive Enclosure is connected and powered on with a cipher key, pressing the RESET button will initialize the drive. Note that if the hard drive is not encrypted or if the cipher key does not match with what is on the encrypted hard drive, it will show up as an unallocated drive under the drive management screen and no drive icon will show up on the My Computer folder. It’s very important to make sure that the correct cipher key is used on the hard drive. Proceeding to initialize the hard drive will erase all the data beyond any possibility of recovery.

Green Power LED

In order for the green power LED of the CipherChain mounted on the Cipher Z-Drive Enclosure to turn on, the cipher key must be inserted prior to powering or resetting the Cipher Z-Drive Enclosure. If the power LED does not light up, the computer will not detect the hard drive connected to the Cipher Z-Drive Enclosure.

Yellow Power LED

Lights up when there is drive activity.

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ZESAES256, ZSAES256EU specifications

Addonics Technologies has carved out a prominent niche in the realm of data security and storage solutions, with their offerings such as the ZESAES256 and ZSAES256EU exemplifying their commitment to high-performance cryptographic technology. These products primarily serve the purpose of securing sensitive data through advanced encryption standards, ensuring both confidentiality and integrity.

The ZESAES256 and ZSAES256EU are built around the AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) algorithm, which is widely recognized for its strong security framework. The '256' in their names indicates that they utilize a 256-bit key length, which significantly enhances the level of security compared to shorter key lengths, making it nearly impervious to brute force attacks. This is especially critical for organizations that handle sensitive information, as data breaches can lead to severe financial and reputational damage.

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