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Verbatim Store 'n' Go 256GB Portable SSD with Keypad Access $19 + Delivery + Surcharge @ Centre Com

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Verbatim Store 'n' Go 256GB Portable SSD with Keypad Access $19 + Delivery + Surcharge @ Centre Com
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MB80s on 15/04/2024 - 20:20 centrecom.com.au (3168 clicks)
Last edited 15/04/2024 - 23:37 by 3 other users

Info from the website: Unlock secure, portable storage with the Verbatim Store 'n' Go 256GB Portable SSD. Featuring AES 256-bit hardware encryption for real-time data protection, this external storage drive ensures your files stay confidential with a built-in keypad for passcode entry. Compatible with both PC and Mac, it boasts a durable aluminum/plastic enclosure. Experience fast dispatch and speedy delivery across the country when you order from our store. Keep your data safe on the go with Verbatim's reliable solution.

Only $19 from $49 - free click and collect at Centre Com stores in NSW/SA/VIC Out of stock instore, delivery only

Surcharges: 1.2% Card & PayPal, 2% AmEx.

Verbatim code: 53402

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  • AircraftFreight on 15/04/2024 - 20:23
    +2

    $180 on Amazon, might be an error price and we all know what happens with error pricing with Centre Com

    • danred on 15/04/2024 - 20:55
      +4

      Sounds like the Amazon one is a price error

    • werdplaya58 on 15/04/2024 - 20:57

      Prices seem to vary widely though. $89 on Catch, for instance. It also says this was $49 before reducing to $19.

      Perhaps its discontinued and on clearance?

  • MB80s on 15/04/2024 - 20:27
    +5

    I just bought one - will pick up tomorrow and provide update

    • Lingnoi on 16/04/2024 - 14:44

      Howd u go

      • MB80s on 17/04/2024 - 07:54

        Picked it up yesterday afternoon. I asked the sales staff, sold out in all stores. Some people came to the shop in the morning to see if they have any available.

  • Neelud on 15/04/2024 - 20:28

    Bought 2. Will see if these are delivered.

  • WoodenSpoon on 15/04/2024 - 20:30

    Ordered for C&C

  • bdl on 15/04/2024 - 20:51

    wonder if this will work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZ1rCaXIKTs

    • Borg on 15/04/2024 - 21:04

      Main product page notes an important security update so perhaps that resolves the hack shown in that video (which is from nearly 2 years ago ie.June 2022)

    • spaceflight on 15/04/2024 - 21:34
      +1

      You'd probably want something like this if you wanted a high level of assurance that nobody can access what is on the drive.
      https://securedrive.com.au/

      They can even be used for NATO / Defence files.

  • Nekad on 15/04/2024 - 20:58

    One on C&C, absolute bargain if it's honoured

  • ExpressCoffee on 15/04/2024 - 20:59

    $19 for a 256GB SSD drive? Seems like a bargain to me! Ordered.

  • danred on 15/04/2024 - 21:00

    Ty op

  • WwDesi on 15/04/2024 - 21:05

    Bought 2

  • Polaremail on 15/04/2024 - 21:10

    Thank you! bought 1. hopes it get honoured.

  • Splashtash on 15/04/2024 - 21:10
    -1

    I think I had to buy 6 for free shipping lol

  • AircraftFreight on 15/04/2024 - 21:11

    14 left in stock

  • AircraftFreight on 15/04/2024 - 21:12

    6 left in stock

  • AircraftFreight on 15/04/2024 - 21:13
    +1

    Out Of Stock

  • Polaremail on 15/04/2024 - 21:14
    +1

    Thats quick.

  • shalala on 15/04/2024 - 21:14

    Tempting.

    How secure are these, especially when compared to BitLocker to Go?

    • netsurfer on 15/04/2024 - 21:26

      Well, 20 incorrect guesses and the data can no longer be retrieved. However, erasing it is easy (and you don't need the old / correct pin code).

      It's USB 3.2 gen 1 (5Gbps) so most likely a SATA SSD.

      • spaceflight on 15/04/2024 - 21:35

        You don't need 20 guesses though
        https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZ1rCaXIKTs

        • Borg on 15/04/2024 - 21:41

          As I noted above, that is a 2 year old video though and Verbatm software since updated…..so at a guess that is fixed……one would hope.

          • spaceflight on 15/04/2024 - 22:38

            @Borg: At a guess and One would hope

            Are big risks and assumptions if you are looking at a way to protect your data

        • netsurfer on 15/04/2024 - 21:47

          I had a look at the github page. Only 2 models are affected so are you sure this one is affected?

          Anyway, the dumb thing about this device is to reset it, step 1 is hold 1 & 2 and connect the device to an USB port. Then, press another button (read the manual to find out which one) and you are free to reset the pin and wipe the SSD.

          The 20 incorrect guesses is more about how basic / limited this device is.

          • spaceflight on 15/04/2024 - 22:40

            @netsurfer:

            Anyway, the dumb thing about this device is to reset it

            That's not the worst thing as people need a way to rest drives and it should make your data inaccessible.
            It's a consumer drive and not a business oriented high risk drive

            The 20 incorrect guesses is more about how basic / limited this device is

            I don't see that being basic / limited as it is stopping brute force attacks.
            Not having it would be basic and limited

            • netsurfer on 15/04/2024 - 22:48
              -1

              @spaceflight: A better approach would be a recovery password or recovery key. However, since it is numpad based, a quick workaround is used. Also, let the user decide how many tries before wiping the SSD.

              The owner needs to read the manual to find out: the default pin, how to change pin and how to reset it.

    • netsurfer on 15/04/2024 - 22:09
      +2

      One owner on Amazon indicated:

      • If the disk has been unlocked and then locked again with the LOCK button, it cannot be unlocked again. The USB cable must be disconnected and reconnected.
      • Automatic backups are not possible or meaningless, because the device must be unlocked and then the data is freely accessible.

      And the Crystal DiskMark result, well… you be the judge:
      https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51CIZI2glBL.jpg

      • Cheap Rich Guy on 17/04/2024 - 00:34

        Seems decidedly low for a Sata SSD running through USB3.

  • 5M1L3Y on 15/04/2024 - 21:17

    out of stock

  • Overcomerak on 15/04/2024 - 21:20

    So someone just ordered all of them?? Wtf??

    • MBix on 15/04/2024 - 21:23
      +1

      1800 clicks…

    • netsurfer on 15/04/2024 - 21:28

      Clearance item, most stores probably only have 1 or 2 in stock. The item is gimmicky I reckon. Do you really want to enter the pin code every time you connect an external SSD to a PC or Mac? Furthermore, Centrecom had $5 for an NVMe 256GB SSD a few weeks back. This one is USB 3.0 (or USB 3.2 gen 1 if you preferred the new naming convention).

  • aWan7 on 15/04/2024 - 21:27
    +1

    oh my that was quick

  • dfg555 on 15/04/2024 - 21:29

    store your seed phrases in it

  • foreverphoenix on 15/04/2024 - 23:20
    +2

    Wow so many people with shit to hide. Relax she gona find that porn stash sooner or later and the coded SSD creates more suspicions

    • Borg on 15/04/2024 - 23:36

      For me its about $19 for a 256GB SSD External drive. Dont care about the Code bit…….but suspect orders will be cancelled?!

      • netsurfer on 16/04/2024 - 00:13
        +1

        Reported speed test result of the device from an Amazon customer comment.

        If you bought one of the $5 256GB NVMe SSDs from Centrecom a few weeks before and the cheap case Clear posted (less than $10 AUD), this would be the result:
        256GB Micron 2450 SSD (Phison E19) inside JMicron USB 3.2 Gen 2 Enclosure

        Anyway, hope you get yours. It's different to standard external SSD.

        • ExpressCoffee on 16/04/2024 - 10:18

          does this means it's fairly slow transfer speeds and not what you'd expect from an SSD?

          • netsurfer on 16/04/2024 - 10:35

            @ExpressCoffee: It's relative. It is still faster than USB flash drives and if it is to copy data to / from a HDD, it is still faster.

            Also, I don't own this device so I am basing it on Amazon's user comments. Even the $3 el cheapo adapter I got from MSY (USB 3 to SATA) + BX500 250GB is faster than this. We probably should wait for OZBers receiving theirs. Hopefully, they are from a newer batch and much faster.

            It's only $19 so if you managed to get one, that's good. However, given the price, don't have really high expectation.

  • Misha Bakunin on 16/04/2024 - 00:46

    Dang missed it. Great deal. Always the great deals when I don't look for a few hours!

  • VishSunny on 16/04/2024 - 09:56

    Anyone know if you can shuck the drive to use as a cheap OS boot drive?

    • netsurfer on 16/04/2024 - 10:23

      There will be some challenges:

      • When the SSD is unlocked via the keypad buttons, does it remain unlocked? (because it needs to be, otherwise you cannot boot from it if it is completely encrypted).
      • It is likely a SATA SSD and hopefully not one of those where it is a single chipset with controller and USB controller in one.

      The chance of being able to completely bypass the pin encryption is low (otherwise it is a security vulnerability - just take the SSD out and it is completely accessible, doesn't even need an app to decode it, that seems unlikely).

  • Yogi555 on 16/04/2024 - 10:31

    Just received pickup email. Thanks OP !!

  • bhakharvadi on 16/04/2024 - 10:43

    WOW, received email for pickup. Thanks for sharing this deal!

  • MaxHashrate on 16/04/2024 - 11:51

    Got an email saying it was dispatched

    • MBix on 16/04/2024 - 12:01

      Same here, dispatched to Perth today!

      Thanks OP!

  • abs898 on 16/04/2024 - 11:53

    Ready for pickup!

  • WoodenSpoon on 16/04/2024 - 11:53

    Received a Ready for Pick-up Email

  • AircraftFreight on 16/04/2024 - 12:02

    Dispatched

  • Panpanw on 16/04/2024 - 12:02

    Order in progress…………Perth as well

  • joshr1pp3r on 16/04/2024 - 14:25

    Picked mine up today

  • ExpressCoffee on 16/04/2024 - 16:14

    Shipped!

  • rekkore on 16/04/2024 - 17:49

    Order cancelled, they put it on hold because I had a Vpn on at time of purchase, got cancellation email shortly after

    • bargainhunter168 on 16/04/2024 - 17:53

      Why did they cancel your order because you had a VPN? that's strange, looks like they are shipping this out for other people.

  • bargainhunter168 on 16/04/2024 - 17:55

    I got 3 and it looks like they have been shipping out. Its a very good bargain.

    • Borg on 16/04/2024 - 18:59

      Likewise with x2 and already shipped.
      Must have run out of stock for those that ordered and got cancelled which obviously is unfortunate.

  • daves on 16/04/2024 - 17:57

    my order "We can swap it to an alternative product equivalent in price and specs or cancel and refund the order." I am waiting for the alternative
    CentreCom customer service is pretty good!

    • Benmc on 16/04/2024 - 19:17

      Likewise, same email.

  • godofpizza on 16/04/2024 - 18:42

    ordered 1, and it got cancelled. :(

  • Uncle Roger on 17/04/2024 - 10:50

    Received my two this morning! Thanks OP :)

  • Splashtash on 17/04/2024 - 12:04

    My 6 via post has been shipped :)

  • Csonty on 17/04/2024 - 12:19

    some people seems to be lucky , some not :(

    "Order status has changed from Picking to Cancelled manually
    Dispatch lock set to ON automatically
    Hi,

    I’m sorry to share that a product you ordered recently is no longer available (EOL):

    Verbatim Store 'n' Go 256GB Portable SSD with Keypad Access

    To avoid wasting your valuable time, we are processing a full refund, and please allow 3-4 business days for the refund to be processed

    In the meantime, thank you for your time and for giving us a try. I hope to connect with you again in the near future."

  • r0xz on 17/04/2024 - 16:46

    Mine cancelled straightaway. No nice offer whatsoever. :(

  • DaTa on 18/04/2024 - 10:31

    Howd everyone go with using and updating them?

    • Borg on 18/04/2024 - 12:56
      +1

      No issues using.
      I grabbed the update from Verbatim site Here.
      Updating: Unlock the drive, and run the downloaded "Keypad Security Update 1.0.0.6.exe". It does its thing finishes off with pop up saying MTPWin2 Download Success! then click OK.

      It says that it will delete the contents however it doesn't but still shows as updated. No idea how to actually check the onboard firmware/software installed on the device though so how does one know it has in fact updated especially as original files are still there AND no changes to set password. Mmmm!

      Update: My mistake, one has to unplug and then plug back in for update to complete.as per instructions. Data is deleted as one also has to Format the drive as part of the process.

      Reminder: If you want to keep original incl software etc, remember to copy it off the drive first. If you want the Verbatim Logo to show up when plugged in, copy back the autorun.inf and icon.ico to the root of drive.

      Drive works fine and a great buy for $19. If really worried about security, one could as easily also add a Cryptomator vault or the likes inside it for extra encryption. :-)

      • DaTa on 18/04/2024 - 15:23

        I had one of the drives saying enum dev error or something and didnt want to update, need to spend some more time trying to work it out

        • Borg on 18/04/2024 - 16:42

          Make sure it is unlocked when running the update and you can see the drive.

        • LikelyMilo on 19/04/2024 - 20:42
          +1

          Did you have any luck getting past this error? I'm having the same problem with my only drive. Tried it on multiple PCs and Windows 7, 10, 11.
          Did you get multiple drives and not all are affected?

          • Borg on 20/04/2024 - 11:58

            @LikelyMilo: Both mine are fine. No issues updating.
            - Unlock the drive before updating otherwise it will fail. Then run the "Keypad Security Update 1.0.0.6.exe" which shows it's progress and finishes..
            Where are you getting the error?

            • LikelyMilo on 20/04/2024 - 13:16
              +1

              @Borg: After I enter "continue" and proceed I get a loading window saying: "Scan bus for Initio External Storage Devices".
              Then after a couple seconds I get a message box saying "Enum Dev Fail". After I close the message box the updater closes.
              I get the same error from the Updater if I run it with the drive not connected at all, or I run the updater in a virtual machine.
              It would seem the updater can't find any compatible devices to update (i've checked and redownloaded the updater many times, I'm sure it's the correct one for my model #53402 1906-468)

              I've tried following the instructions carefully and doing it while unlocked.
              I've tried that many times on 3 computers from Windows 7-11. (Both USB 2 and USB 3 ports)
              I've also tried changing the pin and doing a full reset wipe multiple times. I've run CrystalDiskMark to check the drive functions as normal, and I've checked the SMART info which is also normal.
              I've tried swapping the cables out.
              Tried giving it different drive letters and no drive letter. Tried leaving it unformatted, and as NTFS and exFAT.
              The updater is not firewalled in case it needs internet, and I've tried it on machines with no antivirus to potentially interfere.
              Other than @DaTa, I’ve found posts by two other people mentioning this error. No solution was provided.
              According to Nirsoft USBDeview v3.07:
              The firmware revision is 1.05.
              The VendorID is ‘18a5’
              The ProductID is ‘0419’
              Serial number ends in F87
              Perhaps my device is some special version that was not accounted for by the updater.
              I’d appreciate if anyone who succeeded with updating could give me the info above so I can try and determine if my drive differs in how it identifies itself.

              • Borg on 20/04/2024 - 14:52

                @LikelyMilo: Mine is the same except Firmware revision 1.13. being updated verions I'd guess.

                The only other suggestions I can make if not already tested: Try on a different PC, Try via USB rather than USBC and ensure to run the update as "administrator"

              • DaTa on 22/04/2024 - 11:12

                @LikelyMilo: I managed to get one to reset and update again, also found windows defender blocking the app used by the firmware updater, once that was allowed it tended to work one drive I think is a different model or controller and has never updated and shows the dev error. crystal disk shows it as a FORESEE 256GB SSD and a firmware version 4.3

                • LikelyMilo on 23/04/2024 - 09:53

                  @DaTa: Support got back to me after I provided them the serial and other drive information.
                  They basically said sorry but that's an older model manufactured too long ago, and it's not supported by the updater, bad luck. Guess some ‘old’ models were mixed into the stock and some people got unlucky.

                  It's got the same model number as the 'supported' model and their warning to update on the product page makes no mention that older models are worthless… So, it's poor behaviour to just ignore the older models and provide no information.
                  I don't know if they're lying about it not being supported, or they can't be bothered to try and fix the issue.

                  Since the advertised brute force/guess protection does not work (among other serious security issues), the main selling point of this drive is worthless.

                  The drive is still covered by the warranty and consumer guarantees, so you could probably return it to Centrecom if you’re persistent about it. However, since it’s a clearance item they’re probably just going to refund you instead of getting you a working drive.
                  Lucky it was so cheap so at least the storage is useful.

                  I hope someone who is good at harassing customer support has more luck than me.

                  • XeKayeM on 23/04/2024 - 11:05

                    @LikelyMilo: I wonder if there is an older version of the updater we can get from the support guys, then after updating to the newer firmware there we can then move to the latest?

  • AircraftFreight on 18/04/2024 - 12:52

    https://www.verbatim-europe.com/files/products/store-n-go-se…

    If you want to update your SSD's firmware to the new security update - this is the link to download it

    • XeKayeM on 20/04/2024 - 12:43

      I get a dev failed error, multiple pc's

  • I like GoodDeals on 19/04/2024 - 21:44

    Picked mine up today.. Thanks OP.

  • encryptededdy on 20/04/2024 - 17:52

    Mine works fine and updated firmware fine. CrystalDiskMark is showing me 278MB/s read and 348MB/s writes.

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