Advantech partnered with BIOS Firmware specialist Phoenix to launch SQErase, an SSD security software tool based on Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI). Designed to usher in the future of data security, SQErase can delete critical data with UEFI, regardless of the limitations of the operating system, providing a comprehensive storage security solution for rugged industrial applications. Advantech’s SSD SQFlash family provides increased security and reliability for military, financial, healthcare, transportation and government applications.

Data protection based on UEFI

The Advantech SSD SQFlash family combines UEFI standards and seamlessly integrates with Phoenix UEFI technology to provide additional security protection. In addition to ATA security erasure, SQErase also supports military erasure standards, including multinational standards such as the US Navy & Air Force, German VSITR, RCMP TSSIT OPS-II, and Single Pass Zeros. SQErase provides an intuitive UI user interface and provides a range of erase algorithms to ensure that deleted files cannot be recovered.

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Using Phoenix UEFI security technology, SQFlash products set a new standard for data protection. The joint efforts of the two parties aim to provide reliable security solutions for the world. Both Advantech and Phoenix are committed to providing outstanding security solutions that meet industry standards and exceed customer expectations. This collaboration marks an important step for Advantech in data protection across different industrial applications.

Comprehensive SSD data security protection

The security of SSDS remains a priority for industrial applications. To this end, SQFlash products enhance data protection at three levels. First, SQFlash SSD supports self-encryption. With support for the latest TCG-OPAL 2.0 and AES-256 encryption standards, users can protect SSD data from unauthorized access.

The SQFlash solution, which is also FIPS 140-2 certified, also features excellent multi-user authentication, which helps to protect the private data of end users.

In addition, Advantech’s UUID-based flash lock helps SSDS authenticate with specific motherboards or devices. At the application level, SQFlash enables security features such as write protection, cryptographic erase, and military erase through hardware design and software tools.

Finally, all SQFlash is adapted to the DeviceOn/SQ Manager software tool. Users can remotely monitor and manage SSDS anytime and anywhere.