SanDisk preps secure USB flash drive based on fingerprint recognition
In line with increasing security concerns for protecting mobile data, SanDisk plans to roll out a biometric equipped USB flash drive called Cruzer Profile, in the first quarter of 2006.
Security on the USB drive is based on fingerprint recognition, with different levels of security available for protecting personal data. A 512MB and 1GB version of the device will be available with a suggested retail price of US$80 and US$140, respectively, according to the company.
Company executive Nelson Chan told that no supporting software needs to be installed on the computer when using the drive.
SanDisk Cruzer Profile secure USB flash drive
Feature
Size 512MB, 1.GB
Write speed (minimum) 5.0MB/s
Read speed (minimum) 8.0MB/s
Sensor response to go/no state 1s delay or less
Authentication process <3s
USB connectivity USB 2.0 certified (backwards compatible with USB 1.1
In line with increasing security concerns for protecting mobile data, SanDisk plans to roll out a biometric equipped USB flash drive called Cruzer Profile, in the first quarter of 2006.
Security on the USB drive is based on fingerprint recognition, with different levels of security available for protecting personal data. A 512MB and 1GB version of the device will be available with a suggested retail price of US$80 and US$140, respectively, according to the company.
Company executive Nelson Chan told that no supporting software needs to be installed on the computer when using the drive.
SanDisk Cruzer Profile secure USB flash drive
Feature
Size 512MB, 1.GB
Write speed (minimum) 5.0MB/s
Read speed (minimum) 8.0MB/s
Sensor response to go/no state 1s delay or less
Authentication process <3s
USB connectivity USB 2.0 certified (backwards compatible with USB 1.1