Controlling block storage devices on USB buses
What does controlling block storage devices on USB buses do?
This feature provides the ability to set a registry key that will prevent write operations to USB block storage devices, such as memory sticks. When this registry key is enabled, the devices function only as read-only devices. You can implement this setting as part of a security strategy to prevent users from transporting data using these devices.
Who does this feature apply to?
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Users who do not want data to be written from their computer to a USB storage device. |
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IT professionals who want to implement organization controls over the use of USB block storage devices |
What settings are added or changed in Windows XP Service Pack 2
Setting name |
Location |
Default value |
Possible values |
|---|---|---|---|
WriteProtect |
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\ CurrentControlSet\Control \StorageDevicePolicies |
WriteProtect=0 |
0 - Disabled 1 - Enabled |