StarTech.com USBDUP12 1:2 USB Flash Drive Duplicator and Eraser – Standalone Cloning & Secure Wiping for USB 2.0/3.0 Drives

StarTech Standalone 1 to 2 USB Thumb Drive Duplicator/Eraser, USB Flash Drive Copier/Cloner, Sector-by-Sector Copy, Sanitizer, TAA

The StarTech.com USBDUP12 is a versatile standalone USB duplicator and eraser designed for efficient mass duplication and secure data wiping without the need for a host computer. This device supports simultaneous cloning of two USB flash drives at speeds of up to 1.5GB per minute, making it ideal for quick deployment of multiple drives in professional environments. Its two duplication modes—system-and-file and whole-drive sector-by-sector—allow users to tailor the process according to their data security needs, whether copying only active partitions or creating exact mirror images including hidden data. The device's asynchronous copy mode leverages an internal 64 MB memory to enable continuous operation, allowing users to swap drives without interruption, thereby maximizing productivity. The intuitive LCD interface provides real-time monitoring of drive status, performance metrics, and error diagnostics, with straightforward push buttons for easy navigation. It also offers verification features like copy and compare, ensuring cloned drives are accurate and reliable. The USBDUP12 supports a broad range of file formats such as FAT16/32, NTFS, and Linux ext2/3/4, and can handle external media like SD and microSD cards with optional adapters. Security is prioritized with multiple erase options, including quick erase, full overwrite, and secure erase conforming to NIST standards, guaranteeing compliance with data sanitization protocols. Compact and lightweight at approximately 6.7 ounces, this device is TAA compliant, environmentally friendly under EU RoHS and WEEE directives, and comes backed by a two-year warranty with free lifetime technical support. Whether for duplicating promotional drives, securely erasing sensitive data, or preparing drives for deployment, the StarTech.com USBDUP12 offers a reliable, efficient, and user-friendly solution for USB drive management. Its robust feature set, combined with upgradeable firmware and broad device compatibility, makes it an excellent choice for professionals requiring swift, secure, and consistent duplication and erasure of USB media.

Features:

• Asynchronous copy mode with 64 MB internal memory for uninterrupted duplication; allows swapping drives during operation

• LCD menu display for monitoring drive information, performance, and error scanning; includes copy & compare verification

• Supports duplication at up to 1.5 GB per minute in system-and-file or whole-drive sector-by-sector modes; compatible with FAT16/32, NTFS, Linux ext2/3/4 formats

• Multiple erase modes including quick erase, full overwrite, and secure erase aligned with NIST standards for data sanitization

• Supports cloning and erasing of USB 3.0 and 2.0 flash drives, as well as external SD/microSD cards with optional adapters; firmware is upgradeable