Lenovo has introduced their ThinkPad USB Portable Secure Hard Drive to give us a new, and secure way to protect data. Referred to as Mobile "Vault", it will offer 160GB or 320GB storage, accessible via a numeric keypad allowing users to enter in their passcode.

Similar to other portable hard drives, "Vault" is less than an inch thick and measures 3 x 5 in dimension. It meets the 128-bit advanced encryption security standard to help ensure information remains secure, and real-time encryption means users don¡¯t have to wait for the ¡°lag time¡± that typically accompanies encrypted drives.

The ThinkPad USB Portable Secure Hard Drive features full-disk encryption for up to ten unique user IDs and one administrator. Moreover, the self-powered hard drive eliminates the hassle of keeping up with power cords, and a convenient built-in USB cable makes transferring data simple and stores in the hard drive¡¯s housing when not in use.

Pricing & Availability:

Lenovo will offer the ThinkPad USB Portable Secure Hard Drives in 160GB and 320GB capacity for $179 and $219 respectively. It shouldn't take too long for it to hit Lenovo's online store.