Apricorn USB Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| Apricorn USB Device | 240 | 561 | 219 | 191 | 19.27 | 39.32 | 0.23 | 0.16 |
| Apricorn USB Device | 250 | 548 | 217 | 189 | 21.71 | 39.15 | 0.21 | 0.16 |
| Apricorn USB Device | 128 | 439 | 193 | 135 | 15.95 | 22.80 | 0.29 | 0.21 |
| Apricorn USB Device | 320 | 75 | 33 | 24 | 0.84 | 1.25 | 6.38 | 3.63 |
| Apricorn USB Device | 320 | 73 | 32 | 25 | 0.63 | 0.94 | 9.49 | 4.51 |
The measurement of the Apricorn USB Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the Apricorn USB Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the Apricorn USB Device should be used.
The Apricorn USB Device is an external storage device from Apricorn, a company specializing in secure and high-performance storage media. The exact model name and specifications may vary depending on the product line, but here is general information about typical Apricorn USB devices:
General description
Apricorn USB devices are external hard drives or solid-state drives (SSDs) that are connected to computers via a USB interface. These devices are known for their robust security and high performance. They often offer additional features such as hardware encryption or special software for managing and securing data.
Technical details
Capacity and storage media
- Capacity: Varies by model; typically from 250GB to 4TB or more.- Storage media: Either HDD (Hard Disk Drive) or SSD (Solid State Drive).
Interfaces
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 / USB 3.0: For fast data transfers at speeds up to 5 Gb/s.- USB 3.2 Gen 2 / USB 3.1: For even faster transfer rates up to 10 Gb/s (on newer models).
- USB-C: Some newer models may support USB-C, allowing for a universal and fast connection.
Perfomance
- Read speed: Varies depending on model and storage media used; typically up to 500 MB/s for HDDs and up to 2,500 MB/s for SSDs.- Write speed: Varies by model; typically up to 400 MB/s for HDDs and up to 2,000 MB/s for SSDs.
Security features
- Hardware Encryption: Many Apricorn models offer hardware-based AES encryption, often with 256-bit encryption for additional security.- Password protection: Some models require a password to access the data, which provides additional security.
Design
- Form factor: External housing, usually compact and robustly built.- Power consumption: Powered by the USB interface, eliminating the need for a separate power source.
Functions
- Fast data transfer: The USB 3.0/3.1/3.2 interfaces enable fast data transfer rates, making copying and backing up large files efficient.
- High security: With hardware-based encryption and password protection, the data on Apricorn devices is particularly well protected against unauthorized access.
- Easy to use: Plug-and-play functionality allows easy connection to different computers without the need for additional driver installation.
- Compatibility: Compatible with Windows, macOS and often Linux operating systems.
Areas of application
- Secure data storage: Ideal for storing and securing sensitive data, especially when high security standards are required.
- Backup Solutions: Useful for regular backups of important files, documents and system data.
- Data Transfer: Convenient for quickly transferring large amounts of data between different computers and devices.
- Mobile use: Due to their portability, Apricorn USB devices are suitable for use on the go, be it for business or personal purposes.
- Media and document storage: Perfect for storing multimedia content such as photos, videos and music or for large document archives.
Summary
Apricorn USB devices are external storage solutions that can include both HDDs and SSDs and are known for their high performance and security. With fast USB interfaces, the ability to use hardware-based encryption and user-friendly features, they offer a reliable solution for data storage and transfer. Ideal for secure backup, fast data transfer and mobile storage, these devices are a valuable addition to anyone needing reliable and secure external storage solutions.
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Apricorn USB Device and the compatible operating systems
Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, ... or 2008 and higher
Windows 12, 11, 10 or Windows 7 and higher
Linux (various distributions)
macOS (from version 10.6)
Please note that the exact functions and areas of application may vary depending on the firmware version and configuration of Apricorn USB Device.
The Apricorn USB Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the Apricorn USB Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.