{"id":358,"date":"2024-02-26T21:45:38","date_gmt":"2024-02-26T21:45:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp.project-demo.live\/opal-lock\/?page_id=358"},"modified":"2024-06-10T21:20:13","modified_gmt":"2024-06-10T21:20:13","slug":"release-notes","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/designtecllc.com\/opal-lock\/release-notes\/","title":{"rendered":"Release Notes"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"358\" class=\"elementor elementor-358\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-a99feb2 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"a99feb2\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-background-overlay\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-9248179\" data-id=\"9248179\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-82c17f7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"82c17f7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.21.0 - 22-05-2024 *\/\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}<\/style><h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">RELEASE NOTES<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-51ac6d0a elementor-hidden-desktop elementor-hidden-laptop elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-hidden-mobile elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"51ac6d0a\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-18408021\" data-id=\"18408021\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1538705f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1538705f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What\u2019s new in Opal Lock 1.2.0 version<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-70043f4c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"70043f4c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.21.0 - 22-05-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p>Product Name: Opal Lock<br \/>Application Type: Windows Desktop App<br \/>Release version: 1.2.0<br \/>Release date: 02\/22\/2024.<\/p><p>The release information for the latest windows desktop app version 1.2.0 is below. The release date is 02\/22\/2024.<\/p><p>The latest version of the desktop app includes the following \u201cNew Features\u201d:<\/p><p>Auto detection of Drive Insert and Drive Removal events: New Background service is introduced in the 1.2.0 version that identifies the Drive Insert and Drive Removal events. When SSD will be plugged in(inserted) to the system, drive will automatically appear on the Application User Interface and when SSD will be plugged out(removed) from the system, drive will automatically disappear from the Application User Interface<br \/>Known Issue:<\/p><p>At times, after installing the Application and activating the License, background service may not work. In this case, it will start working after restarting the system or Drive list can we updated on the application UI by clicking on the \u201cRescan Drive\u201d button<br \/>Background Service takes some time(3 to 9 seconds) to start after resuming the system from sleep and hibernate mode.<br \/>Infrequently, background service does not display correct drive Setup and Lock status on the UI (Setup status can display as \u201cYes\u201d and Lock Status can display as \u201cLocked\u201d) or (Setup status can display as \u201cYes\u201d and Lock Status can display as \u201cUnlocked\u201d but \u201cSetup Drive\u201d option can display disabled). In this case either clicking on the \u201cRescan Drive\u201d can display the correct statuses or unplugging the drive and plugging it again to the system will display the correct status.<br \/>Lock Screen: Lock screen is implemented under the \u201cLock\/Unlock\u201d tab. SSD can be Locked by validating the Admin or User password on this screen (without power cycle).<br \/>Auto Unlocking the SSD: Now when a SSD that has setup created is plugged into the system, it will automatically unlock by reading the password from the System drive or USB flash drive, provided Admin or User password is saved in the System drive or attached USB flash drive.<br \/>Notes<\/p><p>When SSD is plugged into the system and it is locked, connecting a USB flash drive that has password saved in it will unlock the SSD automatically<br \/>When the drive is Locked via submitting the Password on \u201cLock screen\u201d , then the application will stop reading the password on the drive insert event for the respective SSD. Shutdown the system and start again to restart the \u201cauto read password\u201d feature for this SSD<br \/>INSTANT ERASE- Unlock Enhanced Security: Opal Lock\u2019s New Instant Secure Erase and Certificate of Sanitization<br \/>Opal Lock now offers an unparalleled level of control over your data. Need to purge sensitive information swiftly and with foolproof protection? Our Instant Erase and Lock functions make it effortless and ensure that your data remains secure beyond retrieval.<br \/>But that\u2019s not all. We understand the importance of traceability and verification in data erasure processes. That\u2019s why Opal Lock introduces the Certificate of Sanitization\u2014a feature that generates a verified certificate post-data erasure is completed successfully. This certificate offers you peace of mind by providing concrete proof of the data eradication process and compliance, bolstering trust in your data management practices.<\/p><p>The latest version of the desktop app includes the following \u201cUsability Enhancements\u201d<\/p><p>Save Password to Custom Location: 1.2.0 provides the option to save the password to a Custom Location. Passwords saved to the Custom Location can later be used to unlock the drive. To Unlock the drive, password from custom location first required to be copied to a USB flash drive and then this USB flash drive can be used to Unlock the drive with \u201cRead Password \u201d or Auto Unlock features.<br \/>Notes<\/p><p>Saving password to a custom location is an option added to the regular saving password to the drives in the system in factory defined locations.<br \/>The special location is designed so that user can save password to a location which may be synchronized to the user\u2019s cloud drives, for the purpose of automatically backup password to the user\u2019s selected cloud.<br \/>Application will not read the password from Custom Location<br \/>Users can save the Password to a custom location at the time of setting up the drive or by using manage password and save password pop ups.<br \/>Manage Password : 1.2.0 version has additional Manage Password feature. It can be used to Save and remove the password from System drive and USB flash drives<br \/>Notes<\/p><p>Password cannot be removed from the Custom Location by application UI<br \/>Choice to write Preboot Image to the Shadow MBR of the External(USB) TCG SSD : 1.2.0 version gives end users a choice whether to write Preboot Image to the drive\u2019s Shadow MBR. If the user does not need the SSD to boot the system then writing a preboot image on Shadow MBR can be skipped to save time.<br \/>Choice to create Recovery USB when Setting up the Drive: 1.2.0 version gives the end user a choice whether to setup a Recovery USB flash drive when Setting up the SSD. Recovery USB flash drives can be later used to boot the drive.<br \/>The latest version of the desktop app includes the following \u201cSecurity Implementations\u201d<\/p><p>System drives that do not support writing preboot images on their Shadow MBR or that do not have Shadow MBR, Setup of such System drives is restricted in the 1.2.0 version. Because it will be difficult to boot such System drive once it is Locked<br \/>Environment Support: Earlier versions were supported on Windows 10. This 1.2.0 version is supported on Windows 11 as well.<\/p><p>Platform issues: At times, background service can stop detecting the Drive Insert and Drive Remove events on Windows 11<\/p><p>Other Changes\/Implementations:<\/p><p>Manufacturer Information is added on the Drive Details screen<br \/>Auto authentication of MSID to fetch the \u201cAdditional Query Information\u201d and \u201cAudit Logs\u201d when drive is not setup<br \/>Improved UI to know the enabled and disabled features when Setup is created and when setup is not created<br \/>Important Notes:<\/p><p>This version does not support the NVMe SSDs with Name spaces.<br \/>This version may fail to create the setup of some Pyrite drives (Data will be safe)<br \/>It is recommended to update drivers and firmwares of the enclosures when used to connect the NVMe SSD to the USB ports.(Some enclosures does not supports TCG drives, and system can generate UASPstor event for some enclosures with outdated firmwares, that can lead to the drive removal event)<br \/>Enclosures do not support writing preboot image to the drive\u2019s Shadow MBR. In this case, application UI gives an option to proceed with the drive setup without writing the Preboot Image.<br \/><br \/>SUPPORT:<br \/>Please use Contact us form for any questions, comments or concerns about our product<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-b371c4d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"b371c4d\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7d797c6\" data-id=\"7d797c6\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-36197dd elementor-widget elementor-widget-accordion\" data-id=\"36197dd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>.elementor-accordion{text-align:start}.elementor-accordion .elementor-accordion-item{border:1px solid #d5d8dc}.elementor-accordion .elementor-accordion-item+.elementor-accordion-item{border-top:none}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title{margin:0;padding:15px 20px;font-weight:700;line-height:1;cursor:pointer;outline:none}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon{display:inline-block;width:1.5em}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon svg{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon.elementor-accordion-icon-right{float:right;text-align:right}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon.elementor-accordion-icon-left{float:left;text-align:left}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon .elementor-accordion-icon-closed{display:block}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon .elementor-accordion-icon-opened,.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-accordion-icon-closed{display:none}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-accordion-icon-opened{display:block}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-content{display:none;padding:15px 20px;border-top:1px solid #d5d8dc}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title{padding:12px 15px}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon{width:1.2em}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-content{padding:7px 15px}}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-accordion,.e-con>.elementor-widget-accordion{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}<\/style>\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-5671\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-5671\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M31.3 192h257.3c17.8 0 26.7 21.5 14.1 34.1L174.1 354.8c-7.8 7.8-20.5 7.8-28.3 0L17.2 226.1C4.6 213.5 13.5 192 31.3 192z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">v1.3.0 (Coming Soon)<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-5671\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-5671\"><p>We\u2019re excited to announce the release of\u00a0<strong>Opal Lock version 1.3.0<\/strong>, packed with exciting features and improvements aimed at enhancing user experience and security across all editions. Here\u2019s what\u2019s new:<\/p><h6><b>Opal Lock Lite:<\/b><\/h6><p>Opal Lock Lite is now available as a free tool, allowing users to unlock USB drives adhering to the Opal standard for hardware-based encryption. With Opal Lock Lite, users can easily unlock compatible external USB drives without the need for a regular license. Refer to the\u00a0user guide\u00a0for detailed instructions on unlocking your drives.<\/p><h6><b>Regular Versions Enhancements:<\/b><\/h6><p><strong>New Feature: Multi-drive Operations<\/strong><\/p><ul><li aria-level=\"1\">Premium License users can now manage multiple drives simultaneously with a single click. This includes operations such as setting up drives, changing passwords, and locking\/unlocking drives.<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\">To perform multi-drive operations, simply select the desired drives by checking the checkboxes next to them.<\/li><\/ul><h6><b>Fixes:<\/b><\/h6><ol><li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>UI Navigation Fix:<\/strong><ul><li aria-level=\"2\">Resolved an issue where the app UI failed to redirect to the unlock screen when a setup drive was plugged into the system. Users can now seamlessly navigate to the drive\u2019s unlock screen as intended.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol><h6><b>Feedback:<\/b><\/h6><p>We value your feedback and are committed to providing you with the best possible experience. If you encounter any issues or have suggestions for further enhancements, please don\u2019t hesitate to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fidelityheight.com\/contact-us\/\">contact<\/a>\u00a0our support team.<\/p><p><strong>SUPPORT:<\/strong><br \/>Please use Contact Us form for any questions, comments or concerns about our product.<\/p><p>Thank you for choosing Opal Lock for your USB drive encryption needs. We hope you enjoy the new features and improvements introduced in this release.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-5672\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-5672\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M31.3 192h257.3c17.8 0 26.7 21.5 14.1 34.1L174.1 354.8c-7.8 7.8-20.5 7.8-28.3 0L17.2 226.1C4.6 213.5 13.5 192 31.3 192z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\"> v1.2.0 (Release date: 02\/22\/2024)<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-5672\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-5672\"><p>Product Name: Opal Lock<br \/>Application Type: Windows Desktop App<br \/>Release version: 1.2.0<br \/>Release date: 02\/22\/2024.<\/p><p>The release information for the latest windows desktop app version 1.2.0 is below. The release date is 02\/22\/2024.<\/p><p>The latest version of the desktop app includes the following \u201cNew Features\u201d:<\/p><p>Auto detection of Drive Insert and Drive Removal events: New Background service is introduced in the 1.2.0 version that identifies the Drive Insert and Drive Removal events. When SSD will be plugged in(inserted) to the system, drive will automatically appear on the Application User Interface and when SSD will be plugged out(removed) from the system, drive will automatically disappear from the Application User Interface<br \/>Known Issue:<\/p><p>At times, after installing the Application and activating the License, background service may not work. In this case, it will start working after restarting the system or Drive list can we updated on the application UI by clicking on the \u201cRescan Drive\u201d button<br \/>Background Service takes some time(3 to 9 seconds) to start after resuming the system from sleep and hibernate mode.<br \/>Infrequently, background service does not display correct drive Setup and Lock status on the UI (Setup status can display as \u201cYes\u201d and Lock Status can display as \u201cLocked\u201d) or (Setup status can display as \u201cYes\u201d and Lock Status can display as \u201cUnlocked\u201d but \u201cSetup Drive\u201d option can display disabled). In this case either clicking on the \u201cRescan Drive\u201d can display the correct statuses or unplugging the drive and plugging it again to the system will display the correct status.<br \/>Lock Screen: Lock screen is implemented under the \u201cLock\/Unlock\u201d tab. SSD can be Locked by validating the Admin or User password on this screen (without power cycle).<br \/>Auto Unlocking the SSD: Now when a SSD that has setup created is plugged into the system, it will automatically unlock by reading the password from the System drive or USB flash drive, provided Admin or User password is saved in the System drive or attached USB flash drive.<br \/>Notes<\/p><p>When SSD is plugged into the system and it is locked, connecting a USB flash drive that has password saved in it will unlock the SSD automatically<br \/>When the drive is Locked via submitting the Password on \u201cLock screen\u201d , then the application will stop reading the password on the drive insert event for the respective SSD. Shutdown the system and start again to restart the \u201cauto read password\u201d feature for this SSD<br \/>INSTANT ERASE- Unlock Enhanced Security: Opal Lock\u2019s New Instant Secure Erase and Certificate of Sanitization<br \/>Opal Lock now offers an unparalleled level of control over your data. Need to purge sensitive information swiftly and with foolproof protection? Our Instant Erase and Lock functions make it effortless and ensure that your data remains secure beyond retrieval.<br \/>But that\u2019s not all. We understand the importance of traceability and verification in data erasure processes. That\u2019s why Opal Lock introduces the Certificate of Sanitization\u2014a feature that generates a verified certificate post-data erasure is completed successfully. This certificate offers you peace of mind by providing concrete proof of the data eradication process and compliance, bolstering trust in your data management practices.<\/p><p>The latest version of the desktop app includes the following \u201cUsability Enhancements\u201d<\/p><p>Save Password to Custom Location: 1.2.0 provides the option to save the password to a Custom Location. Passwords saved to the Custom Location can later be used to unlock the drive. To Unlock the drive, password from custom location first required to be copied to a USB flash drive and then this USB flash drive can be used to Unlock the drive with \u201cRead Password \u201d or Auto Unlock features.<br \/>Notes<\/p><p>Saving password to a custom location is an option added to the regular saving password to the drives in the system in factory defined locations.<br \/>The special location is designed so that user can save password to a location which may be synchronized to the user\u2019s cloud drives, for the purpose of automatically backup password to the user\u2019s selected cloud.<br \/>Application will not read the password from Custom Location<br \/>Users can save the Password to a custom location at the time of setting up the drive or by using manage password and save password pop ups.<br \/>Manage Password : 1.2.0 version has additional Manage Password feature. It can be used to Save and remove the password from System drive and USB flash drives<br \/>Notes<\/p><p>Password cannot be removed from the Custom Location by application UI<br \/>Choice to write Preboot Image to the Shadow MBR of the External(USB) TCG SSD : 1.2.0 version gives end users a choice whether to write Preboot Image to the drive\u2019s Shadow MBR. If the user does not need the SSD to boot the system then writing a preboot image on Shadow MBR can be skipped to save time.<br \/>Choice to create Recovery USB when Setting up the Drive: 1.2.0 version gives the end user a choice whether to setup a Recovery USB flash drive when Setting up the SSD. Recovery USB flash drives can be later used to boot the drive.<br \/>The latest version of the desktop app includes the following \u201cSecurity Implementations\u201d<\/p><p>System drives that do not support writing preboot images on their Shadow MBR or that do not have Shadow MBR, Setup of such System drives is restricted in the 1.2.0 version. Because it will be difficult to boot such System drive once it is Locked<br \/>Environment Support: Earlier versions were supported on Windows 10. This 1.2.0 version is supported on Windows 11 as well.<\/p><p>Platform issues: At times, background service can stop detecting the Drive Insert and Drive Remove events on Windows 11<\/p><p>Other Changes\/Implementations:<\/p><p>Manufacturer Information is added on the Drive Details screen<br \/>Auto authentication of MSID to fetch the \u201cAdditional Query Information\u201d and \u201cAudit Logs\u201d when drive is not setup<br \/>Improved UI to know the enabled and disabled features when Setup is created and when setup is not created<br \/>Important Notes:<\/p><p>This version does not support the NVMe SSDs with Name spaces.<br \/>This version may fail to create the setup of some Pyrite drives (Data will be safe)<br \/>It is recommended to update drivers and firmwares of the enclosures when used to connect the NVMe SSD to the USB ports.(Some enclosures does not supports TCG drives, and system can generate UASPstor event for some enclosures with outdated firmwares, that can lead to the drive removal event)<br \/>Enclosures do not support writing preboot image to the drive\u2019s Shadow MBR. In this case, application UI gives an option to proceed with the drive setup without writing the Preboot Image.<\/p><p>SUPPORT:<br \/>Please use <a href=\"https:\/\/designtecllc.com\/opal-lock\/contact-us\/\">Contact us<\/a> form for any questions, comments or concerns about our product<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-05f1793 elementor-hidden-desktop elementor-hidden-laptop elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-hidden-mobile elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"05f1793\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-59282d1\" data-id=\"59282d1\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-88a757a elementor-widget elementor-widget-accordion\" data-id=\"88a757a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1431\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1431\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M31.3 192h257.3c17.8 0 26.7 21.5 14.1 34.1L174.1 354.8c-7.8 7.8-20.5 7.8-28.3 0L17.2 226.1C4.6 213.5 13.5 192 31.3 192z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">v1.3.0 (Coming Soon)<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1431\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1431\"><p>We\u2019re excited to announce the release of\u00a0<strong>OpalLock version 1.3.0<\/strong>, packed with exciting features and improvements aimed at enhancing user experience and security across all editions. Here\u2019s what\u2019s new:<\/p><h6><b>OpalLock Lite:<\/b><\/h6><p>OpalLock Lite is now available as a free tool, allowing users to unlock USB drives adhering to the Opal standard for hardware-based encryption. With OpalLock Lite, users can easily unlock compatible external USB drives without the need for a regular license. Refer to the\u00a0user guide\u00a0for detailed instructions on unlocking your drives.<\/p><h6><b>Regular Versions Enhancements:<\/b><\/h6><p><strong>New Feature: Multi-drive Operations<\/strong><\/p><ul><li aria-level=\"1\">Premium License users can now manage multiple drives simultaneously with a single click. This includes operations such as setting up drives, changing passwords, and locking\/unlocking drives.<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\">To perform multi-drive operations, simply select the desired drives by checking the checkboxes next to them.<\/li><\/ul><h6><b>Fixes:<\/b><\/h6><ol><li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>UI Navigation Fix:<\/strong><ul><li aria-level=\"2\">Resolved an issue where the app UI failed to redirect to the unlock screen when a setup drive was plugged into the system. Users can now seamlessly navigate to the drive\u2019s unlock screen as intended.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol><h6><b>Feedback:<\/b><\/h6><p>We value your feedback and are committed to providing you with the best possible experience. If you encounter any issues or have suggestions for further enhancements, please don\u2019t hesitate to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fidelityheight.com\/contact-us\/\">contact<\/a>\u00a0our support team.<\/p><p>Thank you for choosing Opal Lock for your USB drive encryption needs. We hope you enjoy the new features and improvements introduced in this release.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1432\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1432\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M31.3 192h257.3c17.8 0 26.7 21.5 14.1 34.1L174.1 354.8c-7.8 7.8-20.5 7.8-28.3 0L17.2 226.1C4.6 213.5 13.5 192 31.3 192z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">What\u2019s new in Opal Lock 1.2.0 version<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1432\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1432\"><p>Product Name: Opal Lock<br \/>Application Type: Windows Desktop App<br \/>Release version: 1.2.0<br \/>Release date: 02\/22\/2024.<\/p><p>The release information for the latest windows desktop app version 1.2.0 is below. The release date is 02\/22\/2024.<\/p><p>The latest version of the desktop app includes the following \u201cNew Features\u201d:<\/p><p>Auto detection of Drive Insert and Drive Removal events: New Background service is introduced in the 1.2.0 version that identifies the Drive Insert and Drive Removal events. When SSD will be plugged in(inserted) to the system, drive will automatically appear on the Application User Interface and when SSD will be plugged out(removed) from the system, drive will automatically disappear from the Application User Interface<br \/>Known Issue:<\/p><p>At times, after installing the Application and activating the License, background service may not work. In this case, it will start working after restarting the system or Drive list can we updated on the application UI by clicking on the \u201cRescan Drive\u201d button<br \/>Background Service takes some time(3 to 9 seconds) to start after resuming the system from sleep and hibernate mode.<br \/>Infrequently, background service does not display correct drive Setup and Lock status on the UI (Setup status can display as \u201cYes\u201d and Lock Status can display as \u201cLocked\u201d) or (Setup status can display as \u201cYes\u201d and Lock Status can display as \u201cUnlocked\u201d but \u201cSetup Drive\u201d option can display disabled). In this case either clicking on the \u201cRescan Drive\u201d can display the correct statuses or unplugging the drive and plugging it again to the system will display the correct status.<br \/>Lock Screen: Lock screen is implemented under the \u201cLock\/Unlock\u201d tab. SSD can be Locked by validating the Admin or User password on this screen (without power cycle).<br \/>Auto Unlocking the SSD: Now when a SSD that has setup created is plugged into the system, it will automatically unlock by reading the password from the System drive or USB flash drive, provided Admin or User password is saved in the System drive or attached USB flash drive.<br \/>Notes<\/p><p>When SSD is plugged into the system and it is locked, connecting a USB flash drive that has password saved in it will unlock the SSD automatically<br \/>When the drive is Locked via submitting the Password on \u201cLock screen\u201d , then the application will stop reading the password on the drive insert event for the respective SSD. Shutdown the system and start again to restart the \u201cauto read password\u201d feature for this SSD<br \/>INSTANT ERASE- Unlock Enhanced Security: Opal Lock\u2019s New Instant Secure Erase and Certificate of Sanitization<br \/>Opal Lock now offers an unparalleled level of control over your data. Need to purge sensitive information swiftly and with foolproof protection? Our Instant Erase and Lock functions make it effortless and ensure that your data remains secure beyond retrieval.<br \/>But that\u2019s not all. We understand the importance of traceability and verification in data erasure processes. That\u2019s why Opal Lock introduces the Certificate of Sanitization\u2014a feature that generates a verified certificate post-data erasure is completed successfully. This certificate offers you peace of mind by providing concrete proof of the data eradication process and compliance, bolstering trust in your data management practices.<\/p><p>The latest version of the desktop app includes the following \u201cUsability Enhancements\u201d<\/p><p>Save Password to Custom Location: 1.2.0 provides the option to save the password to a Custom Location. Passwords saved to the Custom Location can later be used to unlock the drive. To Unlock the drive, password from custom location first required to be copied to a USB flash drive and then this USB flash drive can be used to Unlock the drive with \u201cRead Password \u201d or Auto Unlock features.<br \/>Notes<\/p><p>Saving password to a custom location is an option added to the regular saving password to the drives in the system in factory defined locations.<br \/>The special location is designed so that user can save password to a location which may be synchronized to the user\u2019s cloud drives, for the purpose of automatically backup password to the user\u2019s selected cloud.<br \/>Application will not read the password from Custom Location<br \/>Users can save the Password to a custom location at the time of setting up the drive or by using manage password and save password pop ups.<br \/>Manage Password : 1.2.0 version has additional Manage Password feature. It can be used to Save and remove the password from System drive and USB flash drives<br \/>Notes<\/p><p>Password cannot be removed from the Custom Location by application UI<br \/>Choice to write Preboot Image to the Shadow MBR of the External(USB) TCG SSD : 1.2.0 version gives end users a choice whether to write Preboot Image to the drive\u2019s Shadow MBR. If the user does not need the SSD to boot the system then writing a preboot image on Shadow MBR can be skipped to save time.<br \/>Choice to create Recovery USB when Setting up the Drive: 1.2.0 version gives the end user a choice whether to setup a Recovery USB flash drive when Setting up the SSD. Recovery USB flash drives can be later used to boot the drive.<br \/>The latest version of the desktop app includes the following \u201cSecurity Implementations\u201d<\/p><p>System drives that do not support writing preboot images on their Shadow MBR or that do not have Shadow MBR, Setup of such System drives is restricted in the 1.2.0 version. Because it will be difficult to boot such System drive once it is Locked<br \/>Environment Support: Earlier versions were supported on Windows 10. This 1.2.0 version is supported on Windows 11 as well.<\/p><p>Platform issues: At times, background service can stop detecting the Drive Insert and Drive Remove events on Windows 11<\/p><p>Other Changes\/Implementations:<\/p><p>Manufacturer Information is added on the Drive Details screen<br \/>Auto authentication of MSID to fetch the \u201cAdditional Query Information\u201d and \u201cAudit Logs\u201d when drive is not setup<br \/>Improved UI to know the enabled and disabled features when Setup is created and when setup is not created<br \/>Important Notes:<\/p><p>This version does not support the NVMe SSDs with Name spaces.<br \/>This version may fail to create the setup of some Pyrite drives (Data will be safe)<br \/>It is recommended to update drivers and firmwares of the enclosures when used to connect the NVMe SSD to the USB ports.(Some enclosures does not supports TCG drives, and system can generate UASPstor event for some enclosures with outdated firmwares, that can lead to the drive removal event)<br \/>Enclosures do not support writing preboot image to the drive\u2019s Shadow MBR. 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