2nd Password

Advanced security feature providing definitive protection against Brute-Force attacks.

The 2nd Password is a critical security layer required when initializing encryption on a drive or when migrating an encrypted drive to a different IODD ST/LK or MINI PRO device.

This password can be up to 38 digits long and is strictly managed by the administrator.

[!CAUTION] Irrecoverable Password If the 2nd password is lost, it cannot be retrieved, reset, or recovered through any means. Ensure this password is stored in a secure location.

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Why the 2nd Password is Essential

[!NOTE] Enhanced Security Benefits

• Anti Brute-Force: Prevents unauthorized access via mass-cloning or brute-force attacks by adding a secondary hardware-level validation.

• Hardware Portability: If your IODD enclosure is physically damaged, the 2nd password allows you to safely migrate your encrypted drive to a new IODD ST/LK or MINI PRO device.

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Key Usage Guidelines

[!IMPORTANT] Storage of the 2nd Password The 2nd password is encrypted and stored within the ST400/LK100/MINI PRO hardware. You typically only need to set it once during the initial encryption setup unless you choose to change it later.

[!WARNING] Drive Migration Requirement When connecting an encrypted drive to a new IODD device, you must provide the existing 2nd password to gain access. Without it, the drive remains inaccessible. Refer to: Encrypted Disk Migration Guide

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Setting the 2nd Password

1. Press the Menu button and navigate to: [Encryption] - [Admin].

   

   Access the Administrative encryption settings.
2. Select the [Set 2nd P.W] option.

   

   Input your desired 2nd password twice to confirm and set.
3. Once the 2nd password is successfully configured, proceed to set the Admin Password. Refer to: Setting the Admin Password

[!IMPORTANT] Encryption Activation Hardware encryption functionality cannot be activated or utilized without first configuring a 2nd password.