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Self-Encrypting Drives (SEDs)

Why Healthcare Providers Need Self-Encrypting Drives to Protect Patient Data

When Lives Depend on Data, Security Can’t Be Optional Hospitals save lives every day but behind every diagnosis and treatment lies equally sensitive patient data. From medical histories to lab reports and insurance records, healthcare organizations manage thousands of files daily. Losing that data or allowing it to leak can cause more than financial damage. It can cost trust and even lives. In an age where digital health records rule, the only real safeguard is strong data encryption built directly into the hardware. That’s why healthcare providers are turning to Self-Encrypting Drives (SEDs) to secure storage solutions that make sensitive patient data unreadable to anyone without authorization. And that’s where

Sanjana Bhargava January 5, 2026

Self-Encrypting Drives (SEDs)

Why Banks and Financial Institutions Trust Self-Encrypting Drives (SEDs)

Where Money Meets Data, Security Becomes Everything Walk into any bank today and you’ll see vaults, cameras, and guards everywhere. But the real treasure isn’t in the cash rooms anymore it’s inside hard drives and data centers. Customer details, loan histories, digital transactions, and credit reports all stored in computers and servers that run around the clock. This is why banking data security has become the backbone of modern finance. And at the center of this transformation lies one simple but powerful technology: Self-Encrypting Drives (SEDs). 1. The Hidden Threat Behind Every Banking System Banks have always been security-focused. But in the digital age, cyberattacks, insider leaks, and stolen devices

Sanjana Bhargava December 30, 2025

Laptop Security

Practical Steps to Secure Business Laptops

The Real Risk: Your Laptop is the Door to Your Business Every business laptop carries more value than its price tag. It holds contracts, client data, passwords, invoices, and strategies that keep your company running. Now imagine losing it. In today’s digital world, that single device can become a gateway for cybercriminals. Whether you run a growing enterprise or a small startup, SMB laptop security is no longer optional it’s survival. The good news is, protecting your business laptops doesn’t require complex systems or heavy budgets. It starts with the right encryption tools, the right habits, and the right mindset. That’s where Fidelity Height and Opal Lock come in simplifying

Sanjana Bhargava December 30, 2025

Device Security

Why Your Laptop Already Has a Lock You Never Knew About

The Invisible Shield Inside Your Laptop Imagine leaving your laptop in a café. Your heart races you think of your files, client data, maybe personal photos. You rush back, and luckily it’s still there. But what if it wasn’t? Most people believe password protection or antivirus software keeps their data safe. But here’s the truth: your laptop already has a built-in lock, one most users never even notice. It’s called hardware encryption and it lives inside your SSD or HDD. Even better, solutions like Opal Lock by Fidelity Height give that invisible shield superpowers. 1. The Hidden Guardian: What Really Locks Your Laptop Data Every time you save

Ravi Kumar October 13, 2025

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The Hidden Dangers of Reselling Old Hard Drives

Upgrading to new technology is exciting, but what happens to the old hard drives left behind? For many, reselling seems like an easy way to recover some costs. Yet, beneath this convenience lies a serious security threat. Without proper protection, old drives can expose sensitive information to strangers. At Fidelity Height, we know that addressing hard drive resale risks is not just smart — it’s essential. Why Reselling Hard Drives is Risky Residual Data Simply deleting files or formatting does not guarantee that information is gone. In fact, multiple studies have revealed that a majority of second-hand hard drives sold online still contain recoverable data. These hard drive resale

Ravi Kumar September 26, 2025

Data Protection

Keep Your Game Data Safe

Every gamer knows the frustration of lost progress, corrupted saves or a stolen external drive. Whether it’s hours of RPG quests, custom mods or your entire digital library, losing access to your game data can be devastating. Opal Lock is a desktop application that puts hardware-based encryption in your hands. Using Opal SED technology, it secures your drives so that even if they’re lost or stolen, your data is protected. No one can decrypt it without your password and the encryption runs at the hardware level, so it won’t slow down your system or affect gameplay. Why Gamers Should Care Opal Lock ensures your data stays protected from theft, corruption,

Joseph Chen August 19, 2025

Drive Encryption

Unlocking the Power of Opal Lock: Seamless, Hardware-Level Data Encryption That Empowers You

In today’s digital landscape, the loss, theft, or exposure of sensitive data isn’t just inconvenient—it can be catastrophic. That’s why many users seek robust yet user‑friendly encryption solutions. Enter Opal Lock by Fidelity Height. Built upon industry‑standard Opal Self‑Encrypting Drive (SED) technology, Opal Lock delivers hardware‑based encryption that is virtually unbreakable—designed to protect your data at every turn. Whether you’re an individual relying on USB drives or an enterprise managing multiple encrypted drives, Opal Lock equips you with confidence and control. Why Opal Lock Stands Out 1. Hardware-Level Encryption: Unmatched Security Traditional software encryption protects data only when the OS is up and running. Hardware‑based encryption, as offered by Opal

Ravi Kumar August 18, 2025

Drive Encryption

Simplify Encrypted Drive Management Without Sacrificing Security

If you’re serious about protecting sensitive information for personal, professional, or enterprise use, Opal Lock offers a best-in-class solution for encrypted drive management. Built on industry-standard Opal SED technology, Opal Lock combines unbreakable encryption, an intuitive interface, and enterprise-ready features to give you full control over your data. Table of Contents Unbreakable Hardware-Based Encryption User-Friendly Interface Enterprise-Grade Security Comprehensive Control Over Your Encrypted Drives Frequently Asked Questions Unbreakable Hardware-Based Encryption Unlike traditional software encryption tools, Opal Lock uses TCG (Trusted Computing Group) Opal standard hardware-based encryption that’s built directly into your storage drive. This form of encryption is: More secure, because it operates below the operating system level More reliable,

Joseph Chen August 13, 2025

Data Security

Why How Financial Institutions Protect Your Data Matters

You’re placing a great deal of trust in a bank, credit union, or investment firm when you hand over your personal and financial information. You expect your money to be safe, but you also expect your private information to be protected from theft, misuse or accidental exposure. That’s why financial institutions must meet strict data security standards designed to protect your sensitive information. Table of Contents What Data Is Being Protected? What Security Standards Must Financial Institutions Follow? GLBA Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (U.S.) HIPAA Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act GDPR General Data Protection Regulation PCI-DSS Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard How Financial Institutions Protect Your Data How Do Institutions

Joseph Chen July 24, 2025

SED Management

How to Enable Encryption on a Self-Encrypting Drive (SED)

Encrypting your data is one of the most effective ways to protect sensitive information. Self-Encrypting Drives (SEDs) offer built-in hardware-level encryption that doesn’t slow down your system like some software-based options. If your computer uses an SED, enabling its encryption features can add a critical layer of security. Here are the steps to get started. Key Takeaways – Self-Encrypting Drives (SEDs) provide built-in, hardware-based encryption for securing sensitive data. – Enabling SED encryption requires confirming compatibility, adjusting BIOS/UEFI settings, and setting up pre-boot authentication. – A dedicated encryption utility is usually required to configure and manage SEDs effectively. – Regular monitoring and secure storage of encryption keys are critical for

Joseph Chen July 3, 2025

Drive Encryption

Why It’s Time to Enable Your Drive’s Encryption

In our security-conscious world today, most computers are equipped with self-encrypting drives (SEDs), especially business-class laptops and desktops. These drives offer powerful hardware-level encryption built directly into the storage device, which enables users to secure sensitive data with no performance loss, unlike software encryption. Why Most Users Miss Out on Built-In Encryption Despite these features, most users remain unaware that they already have access to powerful data encryption tools right under their fingertips. Unlike software-only solutions, SEDs use encryption embedded directly into the drive’s controller, ensuring that data is always protected at rest and in transit without relying on the host system. This form of encryption protection activates the moment

Joseph Chen June 18, 2025

Data Protection

How Vulnerable is Your Data if Your USB is Lost?

Remember the security breach incident when an airport staff member lost a USB stick containing sensitive data, including the late Queen’s security and travel arrangements? That’s a dramatic example of the common risk of losing an unencrypted flash drive. If your drive isn’t properly secured, anyone who finds it can access everything on it. Why Passwords Aren’t Enough Most people rely on simple file encryption or password-protected folders. But these basic solutions don’t secure the device itself. A determined attacker can bypass them. If you’re using a traditional flash drive, you need more than USB encryption software. You need full-drive, hardware-level protection. Use Hardware Encryption to Lock the Whole Drive

Joseph Chen June 6, 2025

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Why Healthcare Providers Need Self-Encrypting Drives to Protect Patient Data

Why Banks and Financial Institutions Trust Self-Encrypting Drives (SEDs)

Practical Steps to Secure Business Laptops

Why Your Laptop Already Has a Lock You Never Knew About

The Hidden Dangers of Reselling Old Hard Drives

Keep Your Game Data Safe

Unlocking the Power of Opal Lock: Seamless, Hardware-Level Data Encryption That Empowers You

Simplify Encrypted Drive Management Without Sacrificing Security

How to Enable Encryption on a Self-Encrypting Drive (SED)

Why It’s Time to Enable Your Drive’s Encryption

How Vulnerable is Your Data if Your USB is Lost?

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