Advantech SQFlash SSDs offer UUID Flash Lock protection for critical user data at battery swapping stations for EVs and e-scooters. By enabling a universally unique identifier (UUID), the SSDs establish a secure bond with the motherboard. This process ensures that only the authorised computer equipment at the battery swapping stations can access and retrieve sensitive data.
How it works
The bonding process using UUID involves generating a unique identifier for both the SSD and the motherboard. This identifier establishes a connection between the SSD and the motherboard, ensuring that the data on the SSD can only be accessed when paired with the authorised motherboard. In the absence of the UUID Flash Lock, any unauthorised attempts to access the data will result in denial of access, rendering the drive unusable.
The benefits of UUID Flash Lock
The UUID-based bonding function on TCG OPAL & AES 256 compliant SQFlash SSDs provides several advantages for battery swapping stations. It ensures the safety and security of the critical user data being stored on the SSD, preventing any unauthorised access or data leaks. It minimises the risk of hardware tampering by restricting SSD access to authorised motherboards only. It enables the swapping stations to meet regulatory compliance by maintaining strict control over sensitive data.
Product specifications
- All SQFlash series products have a UUID Flash Lock function that can be activated using the SQFlash Utility and SQGuard.
- Models: SQF-S25 840 sTLC SSD, SATA SSD SQF 840 and 650 Series, NVMe SSD SQF ER-1, 930, 920 and 720 Series.
- Available for multiple operating temperature ranges: 0 ~ 70 °C / -20 ~ 85 °C / -40 ~ 85 °C.
- High-endurance sTLC product provides up to 100k P/E cycle endurance.
- AES-256 and TCG-OPAL compliance, with comprehensive security functions like crypto erase, military erase and write protection that can be enabled by software and hardware.
- Multiple software tools: SQFlash manager, SQErase, SQGuard, and more.
- 100% burn-in test on the production line before shipment.
- SQFlash stress test for 24hrs, high-low burn-in test with 100% full loading and low temperature boot-up test with 1000 cycles.
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