This video explains how to image an NVMe drive to a file on your local network with Atola TaskForce. The image file is located on a local network. For more information about network setup and configurations, please follow this guide. NVMe imaging is possible with Atola M.2 SSD adapter.
Thunderbolt extension enables TaskForce to operate on all MacBooks with these interfaces: FireWire, Thunderbolt 2 and Thunderbolt 3 (2016 – 2017 models). There is no need to remove the SSD, Thunderbolt extension allows connecting the whole Apple laptop to TaskForce. Moreover, it is possible to work with all the recent MacBooks that have their SSDs soldered in. The extension module comes with: Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 adapter (by Apple) Thunderbolt 2 to FireWire adapter (by Apple) FireWire cable (comes in white or black color) Connecting MacBook to TaskForce unit In the Enter MacBook serial pop-up window, enter the serial number located on the bottom side of the MacBook and Read more…
Some source evidence drives and their images can be involved in a long-running investigation case and wait to be presented in court for months or years on end. Data stored on such drives and their image files may eventually get corrupt. Therefore it may be critical for an investigator to ensure the integrity of data on such devices or image files before resuming to work with them or presenting them in court. Over the years, E01 file format has become a popular format for forensic purposes due to its ability to store not both the image of the drive, but also case and evidence details. E01 file can also contain Read more…
TaskForce system allows expanding its compatibility with other device interfaces via hardware extension modules. How to plug an extension module TaskForce system must be powered off before an extension module can be plugged: Power off TaskForce; Plug extension module into the Extension port; Power on TaskForce. Thunderbolt extension module With the help of Thunderbolt extension module TaskForce supports imaging, hash calculation, write protection on MacBooks with these interfaces: FireWire, Thunderbolt 2 and Thunderbolt 3 (2016 – 2017 models). Connecting MacBook via Thunderbolt extension module Connect MacBook to TaskForce unit with the help of Thunderbolt extension and the FireWire cable. Use adapters if needed (included). To boot MacBook in Target Disk Read more…
Host protected area (HPA) and device configuration overlay (DCO) are special hidden areas. They were developed as a feature by hard drive manufacturers for secure storage of vendor utilities or to make a drive appear to have smaller capacity than the drive actually has. But for a while now, proficient users have known how to create and modify them, store data there, etc., by using open source tools. The ability to detect such areas on a drive and image the whole drive space, including HPA or DCO-protected parts, becomes critical for forensic examiners. Otherwise, the evidence they get may be incomplete and lead to inaccurate investigative conclusions. Once you plug a Read more…
Atola TaskForce supports hash calculation of both the evidence drive and the image in conjunction with imaging. We have developed highly flexible functionality to help optimize evidence acquisition process to fit one’s internal procedures while avoiding further damage to fragile media. To calculate hash of both the evidence and the image: Click Image category of the left-side menu Select the Source device and the Target device or file Click Change button in the Settings summary page In the Hashes tab there are three checkboxes: Pre-hash source device Hash source during imaging Post-hash target device Multiselect is available, which allows a user to use all three of these options. However, Pre-hash source Read more…
2018 was an amazing year for Atola Technology! We look back at this important and eventful year and want to thank everyone who helped make it very special. Atola TaskForce launch First and foremost, we have launched Atola TaskForce, a breakthrough acquisition tool for the digital forensics market. It is capable of imaging 12 or more evidence drives simultaneously at speed exceeding 15 TB/hour! The development process for this tool was as tough as it was fun for the team. And we are extremely happy with the result. It is already being used by our customers in the field as a standalone tool and in the lab by Read more…
Welcome to the December release of Atola TaskForce! In this firmware version you will enjoy: NVMe support: imaging of NVMe drives using M.2 extension module Imaging of all sectors with data: skip empty sectors and image data only, one partition at a time Improved interface: clickable and editable elements are now easily recognizable and other features and improvements. NVMe support We are pleased to announce NVMe support in TaskForce! NVMe is the latest and greatest technology in the world of storage devices. NVMe drives achieve unprecedented speeds, which has made them very popular devices for laptops, desktop and corporate computers alike. NVMe drives can now be imaged with the help of our Read more…
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The new list of DFIR 2023 events is here: Top digital forensic conferences in 2023 The events at which Atola Technology or our partners will be exhibiting are marked with an asterisk (*). last updated October 7, 2019 Forensic events 2019 Conference Date Location Region Registration fee CyberTech Israel January 28 – 30 Tel Aviv, Israel Middle East $810 Forensics Asia Expo January 29 – 30 Marina Bay Sands, Singapore Asia Pacific GBP 650 NSA Winter Legislative & Technology Conference February 9 – 12 Washington D.C. North America $570 22nd European Police Congress February 19 – 20 Berlin, Germany Europe €895 CHIA Conference February 26 – March 1 Las Vegas, NV Read more…
