Lexar Professional 80x LockTight-enabled CompactFlash Cards provide photographers with the industry's most secure digital imaging solution. LockTight CompactFlash cards are the ideal storage media for any photographer needing to keep stored images or information secure, including those in security-oriented vertical markets such as insurance, law enforcement, medicine and government. Professionals looking to protect important confidential data with the highest level of encryption technology will gain valuable peace of mind when using this secure solution.

The LockTight security solution is based on a 160-bit encryption technology and uses SHA-1 (Secure Hash Algorithm), a standard approved by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The 160-bit encryption technology is among the most effective and widely accepted security solutions available.

A photographer activates the secure functionality of a card with an easy-to-use software tool. The software lets the user establish security settings on both the memory card and corresponding digital cameras. Digital content stored on the card can only be accessed via the digital camera(s) with the corresponding encryption key, or via a PC with a valid username and password. The system's administrative tool enables the highest level of security, without sacrificing camera performance. To Transfer secured files to a computer from a LockTight-enabled CompactFlash card, a Lock Tight enabled card reader is required.

Currently, The LockTight security solution works only with the Nikon D2X Digital Camera. However, Lexar anticipates that other major digital camera companies will incorporate LockTight technology in new products.

Other Features Include:

• 80X Professional CompactFlash Compliant
• Write Acceleration technology
• 12.0 MB/sec minimum sustained write capability
• Professional-level durability for shooting in harsh conditions