USB Flash Drive offers 256 GB capacity.

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Measuring 2.90 x 0.87 x 0.63 in., DataTraveler 310 USB Flash drive offers data transfer rates of 25 MB/sec read and 12 MB/sec write. It comes with Password Traveler software, which allows users to create and access password-protected privacy zone that uses up to 90% drive's capacity and does not require administrator rights.

protective cap that snaps onto the back for the drive for convenient storage when not in use



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Kingston Digital Releases 256GB DataTraveler 310 USB Flash Drive



DataTraveler 310 Makes Even the Largest Files Easily Portable

Hsinchu, Taiwan - (March 2, 2010) - Kingston Digital, Inc., the Flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced the release of 256GB DataTraveler 310 USB Flash drive. The DataTraveler 310 features Password Traveler software, which allows the user to create and access a password-protected privacy zone. The secure area of the drive can account for up to 90 percent of the drive's capacity and does not require administrator rights.

"We saw an opportunity to push the capacity envelope for USB Flash drives in the marketplace. Customer feedback and our research determined that this is a great solution for designers, engineers and architects who have a need to easily store and transport large data files," said Nathan Su, Flash Memory Sales Director, APAC Region, Kingston. "For the enthusiast who wants easy access to their full media library, the DataTraveler 310 can store up to 365 CDs, 54 DVDs or 51,000 images*. This device makes an entire collection of data easily portable."

The DataTraveler 310 has a protective cap that snaps onto the back for the drive for convenient storage when not in use. This drive is available only in 256GB and is backed by a five-year warranty and free tech support. For more information visit: www.kingston.com/asia.

DataTraveler 310 Product Features and Specifications:

o Capacity**: 256GB

o Fast***: data transfer rates of 25MB/sec. read and 12MB/sec. write

o Safeguarded: includes Password Traveler

o Convenient: does not require Administrator rights to access the Privacy Zone

o Dimensions: 2.90" x 0.87" x 0.63" (73.70mm x 22.20mm x 16.10mm)

o Operating Temperature: 32°F to 140° F (0°C to 60°C)

o Storage Temperature: -4°C to 185°F (-20°C to 85°C)

o Simple: just plug into a USB port

o Practical: loop supports most key rings

o Guaranteed: five-year warranty

* Storage listings based on Kingston testing, individual results may vary.

** Some of the listed capacity is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage. For more information, please consult Kingston Technology's Flash Memory Guide at Kingston.com/Flash_Memory_Guide.

*** Speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage.

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About Kingston Digital, Inc.

Kingston Digital, Inc. ("KDI") is the Flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the world's largest independent manufacturer of memory products. Established in 2008, KDI is headquartered in Fountain Valley, California, USA. For more information, please visit www.kingston.com/asia.

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