Apricorn A25PL256S256 user manual How do I use the Aegis Padlock without a password?

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Q: How do I use the Aegis Padlock without a password?

A:As a full disk encryption product, the Aegis Padlock can never be used without a password.

Q: What encryption algorithm is used in this product?

A:Depending on your model the Aegis Padlock uses either AES 128-bit or 256-bit algorithm.

Q:Why could I not change my User Password which has the same digits as the Admin password?

A:You can change it only in the Admin Mode. In the User Mode, the User Password which has the same digits is created in the Admin Mode cannot be changed or deleted.

Q: Why could I not initialize, partition or format the Aegis Padlock?

A:Ensure that you have administrator privileges. You can use only the

administrator account to initialize, partition or format the Aegis Padlock in the Admin Mode.

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Contents Aegis Padlock Page Table of Contents About the Aegis Padlock Portable Secure Hard Drive Package contentsAegis Padlock button panel Cancel buttonBefore you begin Connecting the Aegis PadlockAegis Padlock Getting Started How do I use the Aegis Padlock the first time? Connecting the Aegis Padlock with USB Y-CableWhat if I forget the User Password? Entering the Standby Mode Using the Aegis PadlockEntering the User Mode Exiting the User ModeExiting the Admin Mode Entering the Admin ModeChanging the Admin Password Password ManagementChanging the User Password Adding a new User PasswordDeleting the User Passwords Aegis Padlock Brute Force Protection What is Brute Force Attack?Completely resetting the Aegis Padlock Page Page How do I use the Aegis Padlock the first time? TroubleshootingHow do I use the Aegis Padlock without a password? Technical Support Warranty and RMA information