DATALOCKER SONE064M Sentry One Encrypted Flash Drive User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- DATALOCKER
Table of Contents
- SONE064M Sentry One Encrypted Flash Drive
- About This Guide
- Quick Start
- About My Device
- Updating Your Device
- Product Specifications
- Recommended Best Practices
- Setting Up My Device
- Device Access (Windows Environment)
- Device Access (macOS Environment)
- Standard Device Initialization
- Setting Up A Managed Device.
- DataLocker Control Panel
- Using My Device – Standard And Managed Features
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
SONE064M Sentry One Encrypted Flash Drive
User Guide
Sentry ONE Standard and Managed
About This Guide
DataLocker Sentry ONE is available in Standard or Managed versions. The Standard version of the Sentry ONE does not require a management platform. The Managed version requires a device license and can be managed by either SafeConsole or IronKey® EMS. Both SafeConsole and IronKey EMS are secure cloud or on-premises management platforms that allow your organization to centrally manage compatible USB (Universal Serial Bus) storage devices easily and efficiently.
This guide will explain how to setup and initialize both a Standard and Managed device.
Quick Start
Windows® & macOS® Setup
1. Plug the device into your computer’s USB port.
2. When the Device Setup window appears, follow the on-screen instructions.
If this window does not appear, open it manually:
- Windows: Start > This PC > Unlocker > Unlocker.exe
- macOS: Finder > Unlocker > Unlocker
3. When Device Setup is complete, you can move your important files to the PRIVATE_USB drive and they will be automatically encrypted.
Some Windows systems prompt to restart after you first plug in your device. You can safely close that prompt without restarting – no new drivers or software are installed.
About My Device
DataLocker Sentry ONE USB 3.0 is a portable flash drive with built-in password security and data encryption. It is designed to be the world’s most secure USB flash drive. Now you can safely carry your files and data with you wherever you go.
How Is This Different Than A Regular USB Drive?
FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Certification – The Sentry ONE is a FIPS-certified device,
so you can feel confident that you’re complying with regulatory requirements.
Hardware Encryption – The Cryptochip in your device protects your data with the same level of protection as highly classified government information. This security technology feature is always on and cannot be disabled.
Password-Protected – Device access is secured using password protection. Do not share your password with anyone so that even if your device is lost or stolen, no one else can access your data.
Device Reset – If the Cryptochip detects physical tampering, or if the number of consecutive incorrect password attempts exceeds 10 attempts, the device will initiate a reset sequence.
Anti-Malware Autorun Protection (Managed Only) – Your device is capable of protecting you from many of the latest malware threats targeting USB drives by detecting and preventing autorun execution of unapproved programs. It can also be unlocked in Read-Only Mode if you suspect the host computer is infected.
Simple Device Management – Your device includes the DataLocker Control Panel, a program for accessing your files, managing your device and editing your preferences, changing your device password, and safely locking your device.
What Systems Can I Use It On?
- Windows 10
- Windows 8.1
- Windows 7
- macOS (v10.9 – 11.0.x)
- Linux (2.6 or higher) Note: The Linux CLI Unlocker does not support any features that require network access, for example, setting up your device or changing your password.
Some applications are only available on specific systems:
Windows Only
- Virtual Keyboard (English only)
- Device Updates
Citrix Compatibilities
The Sentry ONE and Sentry ONE Managed are compatible with:
- Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops service on Azure
- XenApp 7.14
- XenApp 7.15 LTSR
- XenApp 7.16
- XenApp 7.17
- XenDesktop 7.14
- XenDesktop 7.15 LTSR
- XenDesktop 7.16
- XenDesktop 7.17
Updating Your Device
For the latest system compatibility, including macOS 64bit support a device update may be required. It is recommended to always update your device to the latest version.
Updated software and documentation are freely available for download at our website:
- Latest device updates – http://datalocker.com/device-updates
- Documentation and support – https://support.datalocker.com
Important: Only the latest device updates should be applied to the device. Downgrading the device to an older software or firmware version is not supported and can potential cause a loss of stored data or impair other device functionality. The latest device updates will always be available at the link above.
Product Specifications
For further details about your device, see the Device Info page in the DataLocker Control Panel.
Designed and assembled in the U.S.A., Sentry ONE devices do not require any software or drivers to be installed.
- Advertised capacity is approximate. Some space is required for onboard software.
** Speed varies with host hardware, usage, and applied policy.
*** Limited Feature Set. No online management features.
Recommended Best Practices
1. Lock the device:
- when not in use
- before unplugging it
- before the system enters sleep mode
2. Never unplug the device when the indicator LED is flashing.
3. The device password should be unique and should not be shared.
4. Perform a computer anti-virus scan before setting up the device
Setting Up My Device
To ensure there is ample power provided to the Sentry ONE encrypted USB drive, insert it directly into a USB 2.0/3.0 port on a notebook or desktop. Avoid connecting it to any peripheral devices that may feature a USB port, such as a keyboard or USB-powered hub. Initial setup of the device must be done on a supported Windows or macOS based operating system.
Device Access (Windows Environment)
1. Plug the Sentry ONE encrypted USB drive into an available USB port on the notebook or desktop and wait for Windows to detect it.
- Windows 7/8.1/10 users will receive a device driver notification.
- Once the new hardware detection is complete, Windows will prompt to begin the initialization process.
2. Select the option Unlocker.exe inside of the Unlocker partition that can be found in File Explorer. Please note that the partition letter will vary based on the next free drive letter. The drive letter may change depending on what devices are connected. In the image below, the drive letter is E:.
Device Access (macOS Environment)
1. Plug the Sentry ONE encrypted USB drive into an available USB port on the macOS notebook or desktop and wait for the operating system to detect it.
2. Double click the Unlocker volume that appears on the desktop to start the initialization process.
- If the Unlocker volume does not appear on the desktop, open Finder and locate the Unlocker volume on the left side of the Finder window (listed under Devices.) Highlight the volume and double-click the Unlocker application icon in the Finder window. This will start the initialization process.
Note: macOS may prompt for additional permissions upon initialization to access removable drives. Please allow this permission for the full functionality of the device.
Standard Device Initialization
Initialization of your Sentry ONE device will depend on if you have the Standard (Optionally Man-aged) or (Forced) Managed device. Initializing a Sentry ONE Managed will require an Activation Code or Connection Token from your IronKey EMS or SafeConsole Administrator. IronKey EMS and SafeConsole require a device license for activation. License sold separately. For information on how to initialize a Sentry ONE Managed see:
Setting Up A Managed Device.
- Select a language preference from the list. By default, device software will use the same language as your computer’s operating system (if available).
- Review the license agreement, check the checkbox to accept it, and click Continue.
- In the Password text box, type a device password, then re-enter your password in the Confirm text box. The password protects the data on the secure drive. Passwords are case-sensitive and must have at least 8 characters along with more requirements if Strong Password is enabled.
- If initializing on Windows, you will be given the option of formatting the PRIVATE_USB drive as either FAT32 or exFAT. For more information, see Formatting My Device.
- Click Continue. The device will finish initializing. Once complete, the DataLocker Control Panel will open. Your device is now ready to store and protect your data.
DataLocker Control Panel
Upgrading My Device From Standard To Managed (Windows And macOS Systems
Only)
If notified by your System Administrator, you can upgrade your DataLocker
Sentry ONE Standard device to a Managed device. Managed devices are compatible
with SafeConsole or IronKey EMS. When you upgrade your device, you will be
required to activate it using a Connection Token or Activation Code, provided
by your administrator. An internet connection is required to complete this
process.
Important: Only start the upgrade process if your System Administrator has asked you to activate your device with SafeConsole or IronKey EMS. Upgrading a device is not reversible. Once managed, the device will remain managed, even after a reset.
To upgrade from Standard to Managed:
- When you receive the Connection Token or Activation Code from your System Administrator, start the DataLocker Control Panel and click Settings (Gear Icon). See the DataLocker Control Panel for more information.
- In the left sidebar, click Tools, then click Manage Device.
- Paste the Connection Token or Activation Code in the Activation text box.
- Follow the on-screen instructions.
- dditional applications may be installed on your device based on the device policy settings chosen by your System Administrator. You may also be required to change your password so it conforms to the password security policy set for managed devices in your organization.
Setting Up A Managed Device With SafeConsole
The initialization process will begin by allowing the device to be ready to
communicate with the SafeConsole server. The steps needed to register a Sentry
ONE Managed to SafeConsole will depend on the policies that your administrator
is enforcing. Not all options will be shown.
A SafeConsole Connection Token will be needed. The SafeConsole Connection Token is obtained by the System Administrator through the Quick Connect Guide, located inside of the SafeConsole user interface.
Users without access to a Management Server, please contact sales: sales@datalocker.com /+ 1(913)310-9088
1. Enter the SafeConsole Connection Token that is obtained in the steps above. Review the license agreement, check the checkbox to accept it, and click Activate in the bottom left-hand corner.
- Optionally Enabled Policies – These policies may or may not be enabled by your System Administrator. They will appear during device registration if they have been enabled.
– Confirm Ownership of the device: Enter the Windows username and password that is associated with the login credentials of the computer the device is plugged into.
– Custom Device Information: Required information about you or your device. The required fields will vary.
– Unique User Token: This token is directly associated with the end user’s account and will be provided by the System Administrator.
– Administrator Registration Approval: The System Administrator may require their ap-proval to proceed with device registration.
2. Enter a secure Password and Confirm it. Once the password created meets the requirements listed to the right side of the input fields, click Continue. The requirements of this password will depend on the policy selected by your administrator. Passwords are case-sensitive and must have at least 8 characters along with more requirements if Strong Password is enabled.
3. Choose a Secure Volume File System (see Formatting My Device) and click Continue.
4. The device will now finalize the setup process and be ready for use. Access the Encrypted Storage by clicking the Folder Icon in the top menu. The settings of the device can be accessed and altered by clicking the Gear Icon. See the DataLocker Control Panel for more information.
Setting Up A Managed Device With IronKey EMS
The initialization process will begin by allowing the device to be ready to
communicate with the IronKey EMS server. NOTE: Functionality of Managed Sentry
ONE Devices varies depending on whether the device is managed by SafeConsole
or IronKey EMS. Some functionality in this guide will pertain exclusively to
SafeConsole Managed Sentry ONE Devices. Examples include Anti-Malware
Quarantine, Device Santize and Restricted File notifications.
An IronKey EMS Activation Code will be needed. The IronKey EMS Activation Code
is obtained by the System Administrator through the IronKey EMS Console. This
code can also be emailed to the end user.
Users without access to a Management Server, please contact sales:
sales@datalocker.com /+ 1(913)310-9088
1. Enter the IronKey EMS Activation Code that is obtained in the steps above. Review the license agreement, check the checkbox to accept it, and click Activate in the bottom left-hand corner.
2. Enter a secure Password and Confirm it. Once the password created meets the requirements listed to the right side of the input fields, click Continue.
3. Depending on the policy created by your System Administrator, you may be required to create an Online Account. An email will be provided to the end user with the instructions on how to create an online account. After the account has been confirmed, click OK.
- The user will receive an Online Account Error message if the online account has not been created or there was an issue while attempting to verify the account.
4. Choose a Secure Volume File System (see Formatting My Device) and click Continue.
5. The device will now finalize the setup process and be ready for use. Access the encrypted storage by clicking the Folder Icon in the top menu. The settings of the device can be accessed and altered by clicking the Gear Icon. See the DataLocker Control Panel for more information.
Strong Passworda
While creating or changing the password for the device there is an option to
enable Enforce Strong Password. For Managed devices this option may be
configured or enforced by your System Administrator. When enabled the
following rules are checked against all potential passwords.
- Must be at least eight (8) characters in length.
- Must include characters from at least three (3) of the following character classes:
– ASCII digits (0123456789) Note: If the last character of the password is an ASCII digit, then it does not count as an ASCII digit for this restriction.
– lowercase ASCII (abc. . . xyz)
– uppercase ASCII (ABC. . . XYZ) Note: If the first character of the password is an uppercase ASCII letter, then it is not counted as an uppercase ASCII letter for this restriction.
– non-alphanumeric ASCII (!@#$, etc)
– non-ASCII characters
Strong Password Examples
Note: These passwords are for examples only and should not be used when setting up the device.
Using My Device – Standard And Managed Features
Verifying Device Security
If a secure USB storage device has been lost or unattended it should be
verified as per the following user guidance. The secure USB storage device
shall be discarded if it may be suspected that an attacker has tampered with
the device or if the self test fails.
- Verify the secure USB storage device visually, that it doesn’t have marks or new scratches that might indicate tampering.
- Verify that the secure USB storage device is physically intact by slightly twisting it.
- Verify that the secure USB storage device weighs about 30 grams.
- Verify when plugged into a computer that the blue indicator light on the secure USB storage device blinks (the correct frequency is 3 times per second at initial connection and during read/write operations).
- Verify that the secure USB storage device is showing as a DVD-RW and a storage partition is not mounted until the device is unlocked
- Verify that the device software on the virtual DVD-RW drive is issued by DataLocker Inc before executing it.
Accessing My Secure Files
After unlocking the device, you can access your secure files. Files are
automatically encrypted and decrypted when you save or open them on the drive.
This technology gives you the convenience of working as you normally would
with a regular drive, while providing strong, “always-on” security.
To access your secure files:
1. Click Files on menu bar of the DataLocker Control Panel.
- Windows: Opens Windows Explorer to the PRIVATE_USB drive.
- macOS: Opens Finder to the PRIVATE_USB drive.
2. Do one of the following:
- To open a file, double-click the file on the PRIVATE_USB drive.
- To save a file, drag the file from your computer to the PRIVATE_USB drive.
Hint: You can also access your files by right-clicking the DataLocker Icon in the Windows taskbar and clicking Secure Files.
Unlocking In Read-Only Mode
You can unlock your device in a read-only state so that files cannot be
altered on your secure drive. For example, when using an untrusted or unknown
computer, unlocking your device in Read-Only
Mode will prevent any malware on that computer from infecting your device or
modifying your files. Managed devices can be forced to unlock in a read-only
state by an administrator.
When working in this mode, the DataLocker Control Panel will display the text
Read-Only Mode. In this mode, you cannot perform any operations that involve
modifying files on the device. For example, you cannot reformat the device,
restore applications or edit the Applications List, or edit files on the
drive.
To unlock the device in Read-Only Mode:
- Insert the device into the USB port of the host computer and run the Unlocker.exe.
- Check the Read-Only Checkbox below the password entry box.
- Type your device password and click Unlock. The DataLocker Control Panel will appear with the text Read-Only Mode at the bottom.
Changing The Unlock Message
The Unlock Message is custom text that displays in the Unlocker window when
you unlock the device. This feature allows you to customize the message that
displays. For example, adding classification labels can help identify which
documents can be saved to the device due to company policy. For managed
devices, System Administrators have the ability to set a pre-defined message
and disable the ability for it to be changed or created.
To change the Unlock Message:
- In the DataLocker Control Panel, click Settings on the menu bar.
- Click Preferences in the left sidebar.
- Type the message text in the Unlock Message field. The text must fit in the space provided (approximately 7 lines and 200 characters).
Locking The Device
Lock your device when you are not using it to prevent unwanted access to your
secure files on the drive. You can manually lock the device or you can set the
device to automatically lock after a specified period of inactivity. For
Managed devices, this feature may or may not be enabled by your System
Administrator.
Caution: By default, if a file or application is open when the device tries to
auto-lock, it will not force the application or file to close. Although you
can configure the auto-lock setting to force the device to lock, doing so can
result in loss of data to any open and unsaved files.
If your files have become corrupt from a forced lock procedure or from unplugging the device before locking, you might be able to recover the files by running CHKDSK and using data recovery software (Windows only).
To manually lock the device:
1. Click Lock in the bottom left-hand corner of the DataLocker Control Panel to safely lock your device.
- You can also use the keyboard shortcut: CTRL + L (Windows only), or right-click the DataLocker Icon in the system tray and click Lock Device.
Note: Managed devices will automatically lock during use if an administrator remotely disables the device. You will not be able to unlock the device until the System Administrator re-enables the device.
To set a device to automatically lock:
- Unlock your device and click Settings on the menu bar in the DataLocker Control Panel.
- Click Preferences in the left sidebar.
- Click the Checkbox for auto-locking the device and set the time-out to one of the following time intervals: 5, 15, 30, 60, 120, or 180 minutes.
To run CHKDSK (Windows only):
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Unlock the device.
-
Press the WINDOWS LOGO KEY + R to open the Run prompt:
-
Type CMD and press ENTER.
-
From the command prompt, type CHKDSK, the PRIVATE_USB drive letter, then “/F /R”. For
example, if the PRIVATE_USB drive letter is G, you would type: CHKDSK G: /F /R -
Use data recovery software if necessary in order to recover your files.
Exit Control Panel On Lock
When your device is locked, the Control Panel will close automatically. To
unlock the device and access the Control Panel, you will need to run the
Unlocker application again. If desired, the Control Panel can be set to return
to the Unlock screen after the user locks the device.
To disable Exit Control Panel on lock:
- Unlock your device and click Settings on the menu bar in the DataLocker Control Panel.
- Click Preferences in the left sidebar.
- Click the Checkbox for Exit Control Panel on lock.
Typing Passwords With The Virtual Keyboard
If you are unlocking your device on an unfamiliar computer and are concerned
about keylogging and screen logging spyware, use the Virtual Keyboard. It
helps protect your device password by letting you click out letters and
numbers. The underlying techniques in the Virtual Keyboard will bypass many
trojans, keyloggers, and screen loggers.
Note: This feature uses a standard QWERTY key set. It is available on Windows only and the language preference for the device must be set to English.
To type a password using the Virtual Keyboard (Windows only):
1. Open the Virtual Keyboard by doing one of the following actions:
- In the password field, click the Virtual Keyboard Icon.
- When the keyboard focus is in a password field, press CTRL+ALT+ V.
2. Click the keys to type your password, and then click Enter.
You can also use the Virtual Keyboard in conjunction with the actual keyboard, so that you type some characters and click some characters.
Hint: Click Randomize to arrange the keys in a random order. This helps protect against screen loggers.
Note: When you click a key in the Virtual Keyboard, all of the keys briefly go blank. This feature prevents screen loggers from capturing what you clicked. To disable this feature, click the icon (beside the Exit button) and choose Disable Screen Logger Protection.
Managing Passwords
You can change your password on your device by accessing the Password tab in
the DataLocker Control Panel.
For Managed devices, password policy settings are determined by your System
Administrator. Sometimes, you may be required to change your password to
comply with new corporate password policies. When a change is required, the
Password Change screen will appear the next time you unlock the device. If the
device is in use, it will lock and you will have to change the password before
you can unlock it.
Note: When a password is required, for example, when logging into the device or during a manual password change operation, you can use the Virtual Keyboard instead of the actual keyboard to type the password.
To change your password:
- Unlock your device and click Settings on the menu bar.
- Click Password in the left sidebar
- Enter your current password in the field provided.
- Enter your new password and confirm it in the fields provided. Passwords are case-sensitive and must have at least 8 characters along with more requirements if Strong Password is enabled.
- Click Change Password.
Formatting My Device
Your device will need to be formatted during initialization, before it can be
used to store files.
If initializing on Windows, you will be given the option of formatting the
PRIVATE_USB drive as either FAT32 or exFAT.
Options are for Windows operating systems only – macOS will automatically format to FAT32
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FAT32
– Pros: Cross-platform compatible (Windows, macOS, and Linux)
– Cons: Limited individual file size of 4GB -
exFAT
– Pros: No file size limitations
– Cons: Microsoft restricts usage by license obligations
After initialization, reformatting the PRIVATE_USB drive will erase all your files and your Application List, but will not erase your device password and settings.
Important: Before you reformat the device, back up your PRIVATE_USB drive to a separate location, for example, to cloud storage or your computer.
Note: For managed devices, the System Administrator may limit the ability to reformat drives if a filesystem already exists on the drive.
To reformat a device:
1. Unlock your device and click Settings on the menu bar of the DataLocker
Control Panel.
2. Click Tools on the left sidebar.
3. Under Device Health, select the file format and click Reformat Secure
Volume.
Finding Information About My Device
Use the Capacity Meter, located at the bottom right of the DataLocker Control
Panel, to see how much storage space is still available on your device. The
green bar graph represents how full the device is. For example, the meter will
be totally green when the device is full. The white text on the Capacity Meter
displays how much free space remains.
For general information about your device, see the Device Info page.
To view device information:
1. Unlock your device and click Settings on the menu bar of the DataLocker
Control Panel.
2. Click Device Info in the left sidebar.
The About This Device section includes the following details about your device:
- Model Number
- Hardware ID
- Serial Number
- Software Version
- Firmware Version
- Release Date
- Secure Files Drive Letter
- Unlocker Drive Letter
- Operating System and System administrative Privileges
- Management Console
Note: To visit the DataLocker website or access more information about
legal notices or certifications for DataLocker products, click one of the
information buttons on the Device Info page.
Hint: Click Copy to copy the device information to the clipboard so that you
can paste it in an email or support request.
Editing The Applications List
The Applications List, located in the DataLocker Control Panel, is the area
where you can quickly launch on-board applications and files. Items that
appear in the list are shortcuts to the actual files. Managing the list items
does not alter the actual file. For managed devices, this feature may be
disabled by your System Administrator.
To edit the Applications List:
1. Unlock your device. The DataLocker Control Panel will appear with the Applications List selected by default.
2. If the DataLocker Control Panel is already open, click the Applications Icon on the menu bar to view the Applications List.
Do one of the following:
- To add a file or application shortcut: Drag a file from the desktop to the Applications List area to add it to the list. You can also right-click the Applications List area and click Add Application.
- To rename or delete list items: Right-click the application or file and choose the action from the menu.
- To sort or change the way icons appear in the list: Right-click anywhere in the Application list and choose Large Icons, List, Tile, or Sort Alphabetically.
Functions of the Applications List
- You can add any file to the list, including documents, images, and batch files.
- For items that are not applications, the operating system opens the item with the default program associated with that file type.
- Items that are Windows executables will be hidden from view on macOS. Similarly, macOS application files will be hidden from view on Windows computers.
Resetting My Device
Your device can be reverted back to factory settings. This will securely wipe
all data from the device and a new security key will be created for the next
use.
For Managed devices, your System Administrator may have this option disabled.
Contact your administrator if you need to reset your device.
Resetting your device:
1. Unlock your device.
2. Right-click on the DataLocker Icon in the system tray.
3. Click Reset Device.
To prevent accidental device resets a popup will ask to enter a random four digits. After entering the confirmation, the device will now be reset back to factory settings.
Note: If the device was originally standard and connected to a management server, the manage-ment requirements will still be enforced even after a reset.
Using My Device – Managed Only Features
Accessing My Device If I Forget My Password
If you forget your password and an administrator has granted you password reset privileges, you can reset it. If your administrator has not granted password reset privileges, you must contact your administrator for help resetting your password.
To reset your password:
- Plug in your device and start the Unlocker.
- Click Password Help.
- Depending on the management platform, you may receive an email with instructions on how to obtain your recovery code. Otherwise, you will need to contact your administrator to obtain this code. In the latter case, you may be required to provide the request code and serial number to your System Administrator. Your System Administrator’s email and phone number should be provided for your convenience. Clicking the email address will open up your default email client and pre-populate this information to be sent.
- Once received the recovery code will need to be copied and pasted exactly as it is given to you. Incorrect codes count against the ten unlock attempts before the device is reset.
- Type your new password (or use the Virtual Keyboard) and confirm it in the fields provided, then click Change Password.
Note: Passwords are case-sensitive and must have at least 8 characters along with more requirements if Strong Password is enabled.
Warning: If the device is currently offline from the management server a warning will be shown that the new password will not be able to backed up until the device is unlocked while online. If you believe this message is shown in error, please contact your System Administrator immediately.
Restricted Files Notifications
If enabled by your SafeConsole administrator, your device may restrict certain
files from being saved to the secure storage. When an affected file is
restricted, you will receive a notification containing the file’s name. If
desired, you can disable these notifications.
NOTE: Affected files will still be restricted when notifications are disabled.
To disable restricted files notifications:
1. Unlock your device and click Settings on the menu bar in the DataLocker
Control Panel.
2. Click Preferences in the left sidebar.
3. Click the Checkbox for Show restricted files notifications.
Scanning My Device For Malware
If enabled by your SafeConsole administrator, the Malware Scanner is a self-
cleaning technology that detects and quarantines malware on your device.
Powered by the McAfee® anti-virus and anti-malware signature database, and
constantly updated to combat the latest malware threats, the scanner first
checks for the latest updates, scans your device, then reports and cleans any
malware that is found.
Your system administrator may require the anti-malware definition to be updated before the device can be unlocked. In this event, the full anti- malware definition will need to be downloaded to a temporary folder on the local computer before the password can be entered. This can increase the time it takes to unlock the device based on the host computer’s networking connection and the size of malware updates needed.
Some things to know about scanning your device:
- The scanner runs automatically when you unlock your device.
- It scans all onboard files (compressed and uncompressed).
- It will report and delete any detected malware.
- (Optional) If your SafeConsole Administrator has enabled Quarantine, it may quarantine any malware it finds. See Restoring or Deleting a Quarantined File for more information.
- The scanner will automatically update itself before each scan to protect you from the latest malware threats.
- An update requires an internet connection. Ensure a minimum of 135 MB of free space on the device to accommodate the downloaded malware signature files.
- Your first update may take a long time to download, depending on your internet connection.
- The date of the last update is displayed in the Control Panel.
- If the scanner becomes too far out of date, it will need to download a large file to bring it back up-to-date.
Restoring or Deleting a Quarantined File
If your SafeConsole administrator has enabled Quarantine, you will have the
option of restoring or deleting detected malware. This process helps when
McAfee® detects a valid document as malware.
NOTE: Depending on the size of infected files, Quarantine may not be
available. If the file cannot be quarantined, it will be deleted. Deleted
files cannot be restored using the following process.
If a file is detected as infected, a warning dialog will be shown with the
option to lock the drive at that time. Quarantined files remain on the device
in an encrypted state to prevent further execution.
To view quarantined files:
1. Unlock your device and click Settings in the DataLocker Control Panel.
2. Click Quarantine on the left sidebar.
Selecting a file from the list will display additional details including,
Threat Name, Threat Type, anti-malware definition version, and the date of
quarantine. After the file is selected files can either be Restored or
Deleted.
Restored files will be exempt from automatic scanning while the device is
currently unlocked. The file will be scanned during the next unlock or if a
manual scan is selected from the Anti-Malware tab. If the anti-malware
definitions still determine that the file is infected, it will quarantine the
file once again.
Deleted files will be permanently deleted.
Sanitize
Sanitize allows for the contents of the encrypted drive to be securely erased.
This is accomplished by erasing the encryption key that the drive uses to
access files on the Secure Volume while still retaining the connection to
SafeConsole.
Warning: Performing this action will completely erase all data on the
Secure Volume. This action is permanent.
The ability to sanitize a drive depends on the settings configured by your
SafeConsole administrator.
If allowed your drive can be sanitized by the following steps:
1. Unlock your device and open the device Control Panel by launching
Unlocker.exe.
2. Right click the system tray icon for the Control Panel and select Sanitize
Device.
3. Enter the numbers prompted in the dialog box to confirm that all data can
be wiped from the drive.
4. The device will reset. Unplug and plug your device back into your
workstation.
5. Launch Unlocker.exe and input the device password.
Using ZoneBuilder In SafeConsole
If enabled by your System Administrator, ZoneBuilder is a SafeConsole tool
used to create a Trusted Zone of computers. It can be used to restrict device
access to computers within the Trusted Zone, and if enabled, can automatically
unlock your device, which eliminates the need to enter your password.
If your administrator chooses to enable this policy, you may be required to trust the account.
Trusting the account:
1. Unlock your device and click Settings in the DataLocker Control Panel.
2. Click Zone Builder on the left sidebar.
3. Click Trust This Account.
4. Enter the password for the device and click OK. Your account will now show
up in the Trusted Accounts box.
Your account is now in the Trusted Zone of computers. Depending on the policy set by your System Administrator, you may have restricted device access outside of the Trusted Zone or when offline. Your device may also be set to automatically unlock on trusted computers.
To remove a trusted account, simply highlight the account you wish to remove and click Remove.
Using My Device On Linux
You can use your device on several distributions of Linux. There are two
executables in the linux folder, Unlocker_32.exe and Unlocker_64.exe. For this
guide, replace Unlocker_xx.exe with the executable that is compatible with
your system.
The device must be previously set up using a Windows or macOS operating system. See Setting Up My Device for more information. Some Managed device policies, set by the System Administrator, may restrict usage of the device to systems only running Windows or macOS operating systems.
Using The Unlocker
Use the Unlocker_xx.exe for Linux to access your files. Depending on your
Linux distribution, you may need root privileges to use the program
Unlocker_xx.exe found in the Linux folder of the mounted public volume. If the
binary files inside the linux folder are not mounted with the executed bit
then the files will need to be copied the computer’s local file system and the
execute bit manually added by using the following commands.
- chmod +x Unlocker_32.exe
- chmod +x Unlocker_64.exe
If you have only one device attached to the system, run the program from a command shell with no arguments (for example, Unlocker_xx.exe). This will then prompt you for your device password to unlock the drive. If you have multiple devices, you must specify which one you want to unlock.
Note: Unlocker_xx.exe only unlocks the PRIVATE_USB; it must then be mounted. Many modern Linux distributions do this automatically. If not, run the mount program from the command line, using the device name printed by Unlocker_xx.exe.
Simply un-mounting the device does not automatically lock the PRIVATE_USB. To lock the device, you must either unmount and physically remove (unplug) it, or run:
Unlocker_xx.exe -l
Please note the following important details for using your device on Linux:
1. Kernel Version must be 2.6 or higher
2. Mounting
- Make sure you have permissions to mount external SCSI and USB devices.
- Some distributions do not mount automatically and require the following command to be run: mount /dev/[name of the device] /media/[mounted device name]
- The name of the mounted device varies depending on the distribution.
3. Permissions
- You must have permissions to mount external/usb/devices.
- You must have permissions to run an executable file from the public volume in order to launch the Unlocker.
- You might need root user permissions.
4. The Unlocker for Linux supports x86 and x86_64 systems.
5. Policies that will block the device
- If the device is disabled within the policy settings in either SafeConsole or IronKey EMS, you will not be able to unlock the device.
Where Can I Get Help?
The following resources provide more information about DataLocker products.
Please contact your Help Desk or System Administrator if you have further
questions.
- support.datalocker.com: Information, knowledgebase articles, and video tutorials
- support@datalocker.com: Feedback and feature requests
- datalocker.com: General information
- datalocker.com/warranty: Warranty information
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FCC Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Note: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
References
- Best Data Encryption Solutions & Secure USB Storage Drives | DataLocker Inc.
- Device Firmware Updates : DataLocker Support
- Product Warranty | DataLocker Inc.
- Support : DataLocker Support
- Best Data Encryption Solutions & Secure USB Storage Drives | DataLocker Inc.
- Product Warranty | DataLocker Inc.
- Support : DataLocker Support
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