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through the host. The encryption key is also stored on the device (commonly AES is utilized).
(1) Features boot authentication:
When the user starts the device, the shadow MBR will conduct a pre-boot identification; where the user is
cleared, the normal boot process will begin and connections to the devices are to be made.
(2) Sector specific permissions:
The device manager may create a logical block address (LBA) range and assign different permissions for
each LBA range. Only users with the correct key for a particular LBA range may perform permitted actions.
Where drive locations are password-protected, only users with the correct key will be authorized entry.
5.2.9 Hardware-purge function(Optional)
Hardware purge is the effective, hardware-based erasure of all data blocks in flash memory, which returns
the SSD to its original state at the time of manufacture. Compared to software-based methods, which
utilize the ATA command to erase data, hardware purge uses an external switch to adjust the voltage level
from High to Low via the controller’s General Purpose Input/Output. By short-circuiting the hardware
purge pin, the quick erase function is activated and all data written to the SSD is fully erased. Erased data is
non-recoverable, meaning that confidential information is made safe by being destroyed.
In addition to data encryption, Transcend Information offers a variety of SATA III SSD models that can be
equipped with a hardware purge function to execute a quick, secure erase. The hardware purge pin is
connected to the designated pin of the controller’s GPIO1). With Transcend’s hardware purge feature,
sensitive data can be securely and permanently erased in an effective way.
Note:
1) Customized firmware settings are required to support the hardware purge function.
5.2.10 Transcend SSD Scope Pro
Transcend’s SSD Scope Pro is a convenient software package that helps users monitor and manage SSD
status via an intuitive interface. It offers various useful features, including drive information and S.M.A.R.T.
status monitoring, diagnostic scan, secure erase, health indication, system clone, and monitoring. For more
information, please refer the website link. https://us.transcend-info.com/Embedded/Essay-20
5.2.11 Other Functions
Transcend SSD embedded a lot of cutting-edge technology. Should you have any technical request, please
contact the local support team or send us an e-mail.