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LaCie Hard Disk User Manual

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LaCie hard disk DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON Table of Contents
User Manual page 1
Table of Contents
1. Introduction .............................................................................................................. 5
1.1. Minimum System Requirements ..................................................................................................... 6
1.2. Box Content ................................................................................................................................ 7
1.3. Views of the Drive ........................................................................................................................ 8
1.3.1. Rear View .......................................................................................................................... 8
2. Getting Connected .................................................................................................... 9
2.1. Turning the Drive On ................................................................................................................. 10
2.2. Connecting the Interface cable .................................................................................................... 11
2.3. Launching LaCie Setup Assistant .................................................................................................. 12
2.4. Disconnecting Your LaCie hard disk............................................................................................. 13
3. Optional Formatting & Partitioning ......................................................................... 14
3.1. Windows Users .......................................................................................................................... 15
3.2. Mac Users ................................................................................................................................. 17
4. Interface & Data Transfer Information .................................................................... 18
4.1. USB 2.0 Connection .................................................................................................................. 18
4.2. FireWire Connections ................................................................................................................. 18
4.3. eSATA Cables and Connectors .................................................................................................... 19
4.4. Data Transfers ........................................................................................................................... 20
4.5. Installing New Firmware ............................................................................................................. 20
5. Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................... 21
5.1. Manual Updates ........................................................................................................................ 21
5.2. Troubleshooting the Host Connection .......................................................................................... 22
6. Contacting Customer Support ................................................................................. 23
6.1. LaCie Technical Support Contacts ............................................................................................... 24
7. Warranty Information ............................................................................................. 25

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LaCie Hard Disk Specifications

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BrandLaCie
ModelHard Disk
CategoryStorage
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Legal and Regulatory Information

Copyrights and Trademarks

Outlines copyright, reproduction rights, and registered trademarks for the product.

FCC and CE Compliance

Details FCC and CE compliance statements and standards for the device.

Health and Safety Precautions

Health & Safety Requirements

Guidelines for safe operation, maintenance, and handling of the device.

General Use Precautions

Advises on environmental conditions, usage, and potential hazards to prevent damage.

Introduction

Minimum System Requirements

Specifies the system requirements for the LaCie hard disk to function properly.

Box Content

Lists all items included in the LaCie hard disk package.

Views of the Drive

Provides visual identification of the drive's rear view ports and switches.

Getting Connected

Turning the Drive On

Step-by-step guide on powering up the LaCie hard disk for the first time.

Connecting the Interface Cable

Instructions for connecting the hard disk to a computer via various interface cables.

Launching LaCie Setup Assistant

Guide to initiating the setup software for drive formatting and optimization.

Disconnecting Your LaCie Hard Disk

Safe procedures for disconnecting the external drive from the computer.

Optional Formatting & Partitioning

Windows Users

Detailed steps for formatting and partitioning the drive using Windows Disk Management.

Mac Users

Instructions for formatting and partitioning the drive using Mac Disk Utility.

Interface & Data Transfer Information

USB 2.0 Connection

Explanation of USB 2.0 technology and cable connection for the drive.

FireWire Connections

Details on FireWire 400/800 technologies and cable connections.

eSATA Cables and Connectors

Information on eSATA technology, cable types, and connectors for high-speed transfer.

Data Transfers

Guidance on performing data transfers and troubleshooting connection issues.

Installing New Firmware

How to update the hard disk firmware for improved performance or features.

Troubleshooting

Manual Updates

Information on obtaining the latest user manuals and software updates from the website.

Troubleshooting the Host Connection

Solutions for common problems related to the drive not being recognized by the computer.

Contacting Customer Support

LaCie Technical Support Contacts

Provides contact information and resources for seeking technical assistance.

Warranty Information

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