OpenText Tableau TK7u Portable PCIe Forensic Write Blocker

Protect original digital evidence during forensic acquisition with the OpenText Tableau TK7u PCIe Forensic Write Blocker. Designed to provide secure, read-only access to PCIe storage devices, the TK7u enables investigators to examine high-speed solid-state media without risking modification of original evidence.

As NVMe and PCIe storage become increasingly common across laptops, desktops and specialist systems, the TK7u supports forensic workflows involving these interfaces while maintaining evidential integrity through hardware write blocking. Compatibility with Tableau adapter ecosystems extends support to additional media formats where required.

Feature overview

• Hardware write blocking protects original evidence from modification
• Native support for PCIe storage media
• Portable forensic bridge suitable for laboratory or field deployment
• Read-only access supports defensible acquisition workflows
• Supports transfer speeds up to 390 MB/s
• Compatible with Tableau PCIe adapter ecosystems for expanded media support
• Rugged design intended for repeated forensic acquisition workflows

Why choose the OpenText TK7u?

Modern investigations increasingly involve PCIe and NVMe storage technologies. The TK7u provides dedicated write blocking for PCIe workflows while supporting broader compatibility through Tableau adapter ecosystems.

Unlike write blockers designed around a single storage interface, the TK7u can be expanded using compatible adapters to support additional storage formats and specialist acquisition requirements.

Ideal for

• Digital forensic laboratories
• Law enforcement investigations
• Examination of NVMe and PCIe media
• Incident response teams
• Universities and forensic training environments
• Workflows requiring adapter-based media support

What’s included

Kit includes:

• TK7u PCIe Write Blocker
• TP7 Power Supply Unit with UK power cable
• TC-USB3 USB 3.0 A to B cable
• TB1 Nylon Storage Bag
• Quick Reference Guide

Warranty:

• Standard warranty: 1 year
• Extended warranty: Available on request

Supported media and compatible adapters

The TK7u is designed for forensic acquisition of PCIe storage devices and requires compatible Tableau adapters to connect source media.

Current TA7-series adapters support a range of PCIe storage formats, including:

• TA7-1 — PCIe add-in card SSDs
• TA7-2 — PCIe M.2 SSDs (NVMe)
• TA7-4 — PCIe U.2 SSDs
• TA7-7 — Apple PCIe SSDs

TA7 adapters used with TK7u additionally require:

• TA-PCIE-PCIE4 Adapter
• TC-PCIE4-4 PCIe Cable

Please contact us if you are unsure which adapter solution is required.

Adapter bundles

Adapter bundles provide compatibility across multiple PCIe storage formats and may reduce the need to purchase individual adapters as requirements evolve.

• Forensic Adapter Bundle 5 Piece Kit for SSD Interfaces
• Forensic Adapter Bundle 2 Piece Kit for IDE and FireWire

Frequently asked questions

Are adapters included with the TK7u?

No. The TK7u requires a compatible Tableau PCIe adapter to connect source media. Adapter solutions are supplied separately.

Does the TK7u support M.2 SATA SSDs?

No. PCIe adapters support PCIe/NVMe devices and are not intended for M.2 SATA acquisition. Alternative acquisition methods may be required.

Why buy from Blue Lights Digital?

• UK supply and support
• Experience supporting forensic laboratories and public sector organisations
• Assistance with adapter selection and compatibility
• Guidance on legacy and current Tableau adapter ecosystems