The StarTech Encrypted Hard Drive 2.5″ Enclosure features Touchpad Encryption enabling you to turn almost any 2.5″ SATA hard drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD) into an AES-encrypted external hard drive. Using an Advanced Encryption Standard algorithm (256-bit AES), all of the data on hard drives installed within the enclosure is securely protected from unauthorized users. Encryption is performed completely in-hardware and real-time ensuring maximum performance while eliminating the need for complicated software installation