Imation Offers IronKey Windows To Go Secure USB Key

Imation Corp. announced secure Windows To Go IronKey secure workspace devices Windows 10 ready.

In addition, Workspace Command Line Utility provides a solution for including hardware – and software – encrypted Windows To Go devices in regular desktop and laptop provisioning workflows. Enterprises can leverage Batch and PowerShell script samples, thus simplifying integration into their device preparation and Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) workflows. This capability, when combined with the devices’ small, light form factor, makes deployment of Windows To Go drives easier and faster than regular desktop or laptop deployments. IT can prepare hundreds of workspace devices at a time, install a Windows image and perform common post-provisioning tasks such as domain joins and OS updates. In addition, S/D250 and S1000 flash drives, H300 HDDs, and W500, W700 and W700SC workspace devices are Citrix-Ready certified, allowing IronKey products to meet the high demand for a safe platform to run Citrix, Office Online, VPN, Microsoft VDI and other cloud clients. This certification enables IT to securely manage the OS and hardware that access business applications in the cloud.

“Imation has the industry’s broadest mobile workspace PC on a Sticksolutions and most extensive track record of enabling enterprises and government agencies to support an ever-increasing and diverse mobile workforce with this innovative technology,” said Ken Jones, VP, engineering and product management, mobile security, Imation. “Now with our Citrix certification, new scripting capabilities and Windows 10 readiness, our IronKey Windows To Go solution is truly unmatched.“

Windows To Go, a benefit available to Microsoft Volume License customers, lets workers be productive from any location they choose by inserting the Windows To Go USB drive into any compatible PC, tablet or Mac. With IronKey Workspace, users have access to their corporate image, applications and security policies, all stored on a secure flash drive – at savings of up to 90% compared to the cost of laptops. And Imation makes it simple for users to use with the IronKey start-up Assistant which automatically configures the boot order of compatible host computers so they will boot first from the USB drive if one is present. Imation is the single-stop shop for secure mobile workspaces that run Windows To Go.

Scriptable provisioning for Windows To Go Devices
The company is continuing its investment and innovation in Windows To Go devices by adding scriptable deployment capabilities to its IronKey Workspace Provisioning Tool, which allows simultaneous creation of 14 Workspace devices. As a result, enterprises can incorporate hardware-encrypted Workspace W500 and W700 devices, as well as software-encrypted Workspace W300 devices, into their common device-preparation flows and treat an IronKey Workspace device deployment just as they would a laptop deployment. IT users can provision a golden Microsoft image (WIM) and perform post-provisioning customization such as domain joins, Windows updates, support for local languages or any other necessary customization. This capability simplifies and fully integrates Windows To Go device deployment for enterprises that script the preparation and deployment of their laptops and desktops.

As part of its Workspace device updates, Imation has extended its Workspace W700 product by adding the W700SC device with support for CAC and PIV standard Smart Cards for U.S. Federal and local government agencies. In addition, IT administrators can leverage Silver Bullet functionality in combination with IronKey Enterprise Management to securely unlock a user’s remote device and thus recover files from devices with corrupt OS or perform other maintenance tasks.

Citrix certification Workspace devices
Citrix Certification allows businesses to leverage IronKey Workspace devices as more secure and manageable endpoints for key applications. Workspace users can run both online and full versions of Office 365-provided applications or just VPN clients. IronKey PC on a Stick allows IT managers to provide the full benefits of Windows, including all required corporate applications and end-point protections from malware, keyboard logging and other threats, while at the same time giving users the familiar Windows environment they desire.

Available, IronKey Workspace functionality comes free with all Workspace devices; it is available as a free upgrade to existing Workspace users. The scripting tool is now part of the company’s Workspace Provisioning Tool suite, which has an MSRP of US $5,000.

At Microsoft Ignite 2015 only last May 4-8, 2015, in Chicago, IL, Imation has offered its Windows To Go Intro Kit for purchase. Each kit features a 32GB IronKey Workspace W300 device with Windows pre-loaded, a right-angle USB adapter and an IronKey lanyard for $89.