Encrypted thumb/flash drive with usb-c connection ? Where to buy

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Encrypted thumb/flash drive with usb-c connection ? Where to buy

Hi all

Hopefully going to take the plunge for one of the touchbar macs soonish - which I know have type C usb ports.

Was thinking of buying a replacement encrypted flash/thumb drive for the one I have (ancient 8gb with original USB connector) though could continue with this if i get an adapter for it.

Any merit in getting one that plugs straight into USB-C port rather than via adapter ? If so, any ideas on where to buy one - have done a search but can't seem to find anything ....

Thanks all

MacBook Pro TouchBar and Touch ID

Posted on Jun 4, 2017 2:07 AM

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Answer 1

tjk

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Jun 4, 2017 1:49 PM in response to Watsonbeau

Hi,

You either need a Thunderbolt 3/USB-C to USB adapter, then you could use any USB flash drive: https://www.amazon.com/nonda-Adapter-Smallest-Aluminum-Indicator/dp/B015Z7XE0A or http://www.apple.com/shop/product/MJ1M2AM/A/usb-c-to-usb-adapter or google for more choices.

Or a Samsung T3, which has a Thunderbolt 3/USB-C connection and you'd need to buy a Thunderbolt 3/USB-C cable: which is about the size of two flash drives, but it takes advantage of the speed of the port and is extremely fast: Amazon.com: Samsung T3 Portable SSD - 250GB - USB 3.1 External SSD (MU-PT250B/AM): Computers & Accessories

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tjk

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Jun 4, 2017 5:07 PM in response to Watsonbeau

You don't need a drive with built in encryption; when it's provided, it's often only if the drive is formatted for Windows. Even if it works with Mac, I don't use it. I use FileVault, which is free on your Mac and is very secure.

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Watsonbeau Author

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Jun 4, 2017 1:51 PM in response to tjk

Hello - thank you. Yes am thinking of the AV adapter which has the hdmi as well.

Am guessing maybe nobody has yet got round to making an encrypted USB stick that has USB-c connection.

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