The Glyph SecureDrive+ 4TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 Encrypted Portable SSD with Keypad (SDPLSSD4000KP) is a bus-powered portable drive that encrypts everything in hardware and unlocks from a 10+1 keypad built into the drive.
It holds 4TB of solid-state storage and transfers at up to 360 MB/s over USB 3.2 Gen 1. It needs no host software, so it works on macOS, Windows, Linux, and locked-down systems, and its XTS-AES 256-bit encryption is FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated.
The drive connects through a USB Type-microB port, with USB-C and USB-A cables included, and ships with a rugged removable sleeve and carry case for travel.
Glyph SDPLSSD4000KP Features
- Hardware encryption on every write. The SDPLSSD4000KP uses real-time XTS-AES 256-bit full-disk hardware encryption, and Glyph lists the security module as FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated. Data is encrypted before it reaches the flash, so a lost drive exposes nothing without the PIN.
- On-drive 10+1 keypad. You unlock the drive by typing a PIN on its own keypad, so no software, driver, or app has to be installed on the host. That suits locked-down edit systems, thin clients, and shared computers, though the PIN has to be entered every time the drive is plugged in.
- Self-destruct after 10 wrong PINs. The drive erases all of its data after 10 consecutive incorrect PIN entries. This stops brute-force guessing on stolen media. The trade-off is that a forgotten PIN is not recoverable, so record the code somewhere safe before you put footage on the drive.
- Admin and User codes. You can set an Admin code and a User code, so a producer can hand the drive to an assistant or client without sharing full control. A read-only mode protects originals during review, and inactivity auto-lock locks the drive after a preset 1 to 60 minutes.
- 4TB of solid-state storage at up to 360 MB/s. The 4TB SSD model reads and writes at up to 360 MB/s over USB 3.2 Gen 1, much quicker than the 140 MB/s of Glyph's hard-drive versions. That speed handles shoot-day offloads and HD edit workflows, but it is not an NVMe-class rate.
- Bus-powered, with a Micro-B port and two cables. The drive takes all its power from the USB connection, with no power adapter. It has a USB Type-microB port, and the box includes USB-MicroB to USB-C and USB-MicroB to USB-A cables, so it connects to current laptops and older USB-A computers alike.
- Tamper-resistant enclosure. Glyph says an epoxy compound blocks physical access to the components. Firmware updates are not allowed, which Glyph markets as immunity to BadUSB-style attacks. Together these suit sensitive footage, legal material, and client files that travel outside the building.
- Works with any OS, no drivers. The drive ships formatted exFAT and works with macOS, Windows, Linux, Chrome, thin clients, embedded systems, VMware, and Citrix. You can reformat it once to optimize it for Mac or Windows, but a reformat erases the contents, so do it before loading data.
- Rugged sleeve and carry case included. A rugged removable sleeve and a rugged carry case come in the box, giving the drive extra protection in a camera bag or DIT kit. Glyph does not publish a drop or ingress rating for this model, so treat the sleeve as impact protection only.
Where the SDPLSSD4000KP Fits
Production and DIT: Carry camera originals and client deliverables between set, post, and the studio with hardware encryption protecting them in transit.
Corporate and legal: Move confidential files, board material, and legal discovery on a drive that locks itself and needs no software on the host computer.
Government and education: Protect records on shared or locked-down computers where installing encryption software is not allowed or practical.
Houses of worship and event teams: Keep donor, member, and show files safe when a drive is shared between volunteers, using separate Admin and User codes.
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Glyph SDPLSSD4000KP Specifications
- Model: SDPLSSD4000KP
- Type: Hardware-encrypted portable SSD with on-drive keypad
- Capacity: 4 TB SSD
- UPC: 691450004115
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB Type-microB port
- Backward compatibility: USB 3.0, USB 2.0, and Thunderbolt 3 ports
- Transfer speed: Up to 360 MB/s (SSD models)
- Encryption: XTS-AES 256-bit full-disk hardware encryption
- Validation: FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated
- Keypad: 10+1 keypad with Admin and User codes
- Security features: Auto-erase after 10 incorrect PIN attempts, read-only mode, inactivity auto-lock (1 to 60 minutes), epoxy tamper protection, no firmware updates
- Power: Bus-powered
- File system: exFAT as shipped
- Operating systems: macOS, Windows, Linux, Chrome, thin clients, embedded systems, VMware, Citrix; no drivers
- Regulatory: RoHS, FCC, CE, FIPS 140-2 Level 3
- Warranty: 3-year full hardware warranty, 1-year advance replacement
- Weight: 1.8 lb (816 g)
What's in the Box
- 1 x Glyph SecureDrive+ 4TB Keypad SSD
- 1 x USB-MicroB to USB-C cable
- 1 x USB-MicroB to USB-A cable
- 1 x Rugged carry case
- 1 x Rugged removable sleeve
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SecureDrive+ Keypad User Guide (PDF)
Need help with setup? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
Why not buy this Glyph SecureDrive+ 4TB Keypad SSD today?
Does the SDPLSSD4000KP need software or drivers?
No. The SDPLSSD4000KP is unlocked with its own keypad and needs no software or drivers, so it works on macOS, Windows, Linux, Chrome, thin clients, embedded systems, VMware, and Citrix.
What encryption does the Glyph SecureDrive+ 4TB use?
Yes, it is always encrypted. It uses real-time XTS-AES 256-bit full-disk hardware encryption, and Glyph lists the drive as FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated.
What happens if I enter the wrong PIN?
The drive erases all of its data after 10 consecutive incorrect PIN entries. This protects against guessing, so keep a record of your PIN in a safe place.
How fast is the SDPLSSD4000KP?
It transfers data at up to 360 MB/s over USB 3.2 Gen 1. Real speeds depend on your computer's port, the cable, and the files being copied.
Is the SDPLSSD4000KP bus-powered?
Yes. It draws power from the USB connection, so it does not need a separate power adapter.
Can I connect it to a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 computer?
Yes. The drive has a Type-microB port, and the box includes USB-MicroB to USB-C and USB-MicroB to USB-A cables. Glyph also lists compatibility with Thunderbolt 3 ports.
Can I set different codes for different people?
Yes. You can set an Admin code and a User code, and the drive also offers a read-only mode and an inactivity auto-lock from 1 to 60 minutes.
What is included with the Glyph SecureDrive+ 4TB Keypad SSD?
You get the drive, a USB-MicroB to USB-C cable, a USB-MicroB to USB-A cable, a rugged carry case, and a rugged removable sleeve.
Is this the SSD or the hard drive version?
This is the 4TB SSD model. Glyph also sells a 4TB hard-drive keypad model, SDPL4000KP, which is slower at up to 140 MB/s, and a separate Bluetooth SecureDrive+ that unlocks differently.
What warranty does the SDPLSSD4000KP carry?
Yes, it is covered. Glyph provides a 3-year full hardware warranty plus 1-year advance replacement. Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722) with any questions.
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The SDPLSSD4000KP connects over USB 3.2 Gen 1 and is compatible with USB 3.0, USB 2.0, and Thunderbolt 3 ports. It works with macOS, Windows, Linux, Chrome, thin clients, embedded systems, VMware, and Citrix without drivers.
Why not buy this Glyph SecureDrive+ 4TB Keypad SSD today?
This Glyph SecureDrive+ 4TB Keypad SSD includes a 3-year manufacturer warranty. Questions? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
