🔑Encryption Guide
Comprehensive guide for IODD AES256 hardware encryption functions.
Hardware Model Comparison
The IODD provides robust hardware-based encryption. The following table summarizes the encryption capabilities by model:
[!NOTE] ST300 Notice The ST300 model does not support hardware encryption features. For encryption support, please use the ST400, LK100, or MINI/MINI PRO series.
Core Encryption Features
IODD employs Full Disk Encryption (FDE) on a hardware basis. This ensures that the entire disk is protected, and no data can be accessed or recovered without the correct password.
[!NOTE] Random Keypad Security For enhanced security, all encryption-related inputs utilize a Random Keypad system where the number positions change every time. Always verify the keypad layout on the screen carefully before entering or setting your password.
[!CAUTION] Data Initialization Warning Enabling or disabling the encryption feature will completely initialize (erase) all data on the disk. You must back up all critical data to a separate storage device before making any changes to encryption settings.
[!WARNING] Incompatibility & Conflicts
Encryption formats between IODD 2541 and ST400/LK100 are not compatible.
Do not use IODD hardware encryption simultaneously with third-party software encryption solutions (e.g., BitLocker, VeraCrypt). Doing so may cause system instability or data corruption.
Getting Started
To use the encryption features safely, set up the 2nd Password first. It is the administrator key used during encryption initialization and when moving an encrypted disk to another ST400/LK100/MINI PRO enclosure.
Terminal Tips for Advanced Users
If you are managing drive paths or checking mount points on a Mac, you can use the following command:
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