Free Encryption Software by Tandberg

Tandberg Data GmbH announced free encryption software that allows customers to encrypt data stored on RDX disk cartridges.

The software, called RDX Cartridge Encryptor (RCE), incorporates AES 256-bit encryption combined with secure erase and cryptographic key deletion.

Tandberg Data RCE software is optimized for performance and simplicity for SMBs, providing greater data security for off-site data storage.

Features of the RDX Cartridge Encryptor software:

Free and simple download and installation for MS Windows OS
Industry-standard AES 256-bit encryption
Secure erase overwrite technology
Crypto deletion of keys
Compatibility with all models of RDX docks
Compatibility with all generations and capacities of RDX disk cartridges
Compatibility with Tandberg Data RDX QuikStation disk device configurations

"As the owner of the RDX technology, we will continue to add new features and functionality to promote the adoption of RDX," said Elisabeth Harth, global business unit director for Tandberg Data. "The release of the RCE software is further testament of Tandberg Data’s commitment to deliver data security and data protection for small and medium-sized businesses. We believe it is important to provide all users of RDX technology with the option to add an extra layer of data security at no additional cost."

The free RDX Cartridge Encryptor software can be download (registration needed).

RDX Technology Overview
Since its introduction, RDX technology has been adopted by OEM server manufacturers, including Fujitsu, HP, Hitachi, IBM, NEC and Toshiba. Tandberg Data owns the development rights to RDX technology, having acquired the RDX business, including IP and key members of the RDX engineering team, from ProStor Systems in May 2011.

RDX cartridges are available in HDDs and SSDs ranging from 64GB to 1.5TB (The 1.5TB RDX cartridge will be available in September 2012.). All cartridges are removable for off-site storage, disaster recovery and archival applications and are built to last more than 10 years with normal use.

RDX-based solutions include single dock systems; LAN-attached disk-based appliances; and multi-cartridge removable disk libraries.