{"product_id":"products-opentext-tableau-tk8u-usb-write-blocker","title":"OpenText Tableau TK8u Portable USB Forensic Write Blocker","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eProtect original digital evidence during forensic acquisition with the OpenText Tableau TK8u USB Forensic Write Blocker. Designed to provide secure, read-only access to suspect USB storage devices, the TK8u helps investigators examine externally connected media without risking alteration of original evidence. Compact and portable, the TK8u supports defensible acquisition workflows in both laboratory and field environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUSB storage devices remain among the most frequently encountered media types during digital forensic investigations. The TK8u provides a straightforward method of preserving evidential integrity while examining USB-connected devices, helping investigators maintain chain of custody throughout acquisition workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeature overview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware write blocking protects original evidence from modification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative support for \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUSB storage devices\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable forensic bridge suitable for field or laboratory deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLCD display and LED status indicators provide clear operational feedback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead-only access helps maintain chain of custody and evidential integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports transfer speeds up to \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e380 MB\/s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRugged design intended for repeated forensic acquisition workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy choose the OpenText TK8u?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDigital forensic investigations rely on maintaining evidence integrity from seizure through analysis. The TK8u prevents write activity to suspect media, helping investigators preserve original evidence while enabling secure examination workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eOpenText forensic bridges are designed to support evolving storage technologies while remaining simple to deploy in both field and laboratory environments. Their compact form factor and visible operational indicators help reduce complexity during acquisitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital forensic laboratories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaw enforcement investigations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncident response teams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorporate investigations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversities and forensic training environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExamination of USB-connected storage media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupported interfaces\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNative source support\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e• USB storage devices\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHost connection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e• USB 3.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWrite protection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Hardware-enforced read-only access to suspect media\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eKit includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTK8u USB Write Blocker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTP7 Power Supply Unit with UK power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTC-USB3 USB 3.0 A to B cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTB1 Nylon Storage Bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick Reference Guide \/ Documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard warranty: 1 year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended warranty: Available on request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is a forensic write blocker?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA forensic write blocker allows investigators to access suspect media without modifying original evidence, helping preserve evidential integrity and chain of custody.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes the TK8u perform imaging?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eNo. The TK8u is a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eforensic bridge (write blocker)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and is used alongside forensic software or imaging hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich devices are supported?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe TK8u provides native support for \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUSB storage devices\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the TK8u suitable for field deployment?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYes. Its compact form factor and included storage bag make it suitable for transport and use outside laboratory environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy buy from Blue Lights Digital?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUK supply and support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstration availability on selected products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperience supporting forensic laboratories and public sector organisations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssistance with adapter selection and compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"OpenText","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54763743084879,"sku":"1000046499","price":546.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/3966\/1647\/files\/61wqgE2UU1L._SX522_9c71181c-a77a-4ba5-9350-0ddbfddce0d2.jpg?v=1747386117","url":"https:\/\/shop.bluelightsdigital.com\/products\/products-opentext-tableau-tk8u-usb-write-blocker","provider":"Blue Lights Digital","version":"1.0","type":"link"}