OpenText Tableau TK6u Portable SAS Forensic Write Blocker

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Protect original digital evidence during forensic acquisition with the OpenText Tableau TK6u SAS Forensic Write Blocker. Designed to provide secure, read-only access to suspect SAS drives, the TK6u prevents accidental modification of digital evidence while supporting defensible acquisition workflows in the field or laboratory. Compact, portable and purpose-built for forensic investigations, the TK6u helps preserve evidential integrity throughout the acquisition process. Feature overview Hardware write blocking protects original evidence from modification Native support for SAS storage media Portable forensic bridge suitable for field or laboratory deployment LCD display and LED status indicators provide clear operational feedback Read-only access helps maintain chain of custody and evidential integrity Supports transfer speeds up to 265 MB/s Rugged design intended for repeated forensic acquisition workflows Why choose the OpenText TK6u? Digital forensic investigations rely on maintaining evidence integrity from seizure through analysis. The TK6u prevents write activity to suspect media, helping investigators preserve original evidence while enabling secure examination workflows. OpenText 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 status indicators help reduce complexity during acquisitions. Use cases Preserve original evidence Prevent accidental writes to suspect SAS drives during acquisition and analysis workflows, helping maintain evidential integrity and chain of custody. Laboratory examinations Safely connect suspect SAS media to forensic workstations for imaging and analysis. Field investigations Portable design supports secure acquisition workflows outside the laboratory environment. Legacy and enterprise SAS environments Suitable for investigations involving server drives and specialist SAS storage media. Ideal for Digital forensic laboratories Law enforcement investigations Incident response teams Corporate investigations Universities and forensic training environments Examiners working with SAS storage media Supported interfaces Native source support • SAS • SATA Host connection • USB 3.0 Write protection • Hardware-enforced read-only access to suspect media What’s included Kit includes: Quick Ref Guide TK6u SAS Write Blocker TP7 Power Supply Unit with UK power cord TC4-8-R3 Unified SATA/SAS cable TC-USB3 USB 3.0 A to B cable TB1 Nylon Storage Bag Warranty: Standard warranty: 1 year Extended warranty: Available on request Frequently asked questions What is a forensic write blocker? A forensic write blocker allows investigators to access suspect media without modifying original evidence, helping preserve evidential integrity. Does the TK6u perform imaging? No. The TK6u is a forensic bridge (write blocker) and is used alongside forensic software or imaging hardware. Which drive types are supported? The TK6u provides native support for SAS storage devices. Is the TK6u suitable for field deployments? Yes. Its compact form factor and included storage bag make it suitable for transport and use outside the laboratory. Why buy from Blue Lights Digital? UK supply and support Demonstration availability on selected products Experience supporting forensic laboratories and public sector organisations Assistance with adapter selection and compatibility Show more