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LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt User Manual

LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt
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Rugged Thunderbolt™ | USB 3.0 User Manual 1
RUGGED THUNDERBOLT™ | USB 3.0 USER MANUAL
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LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt Specifications

General IconGeneral
USB version3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
USB connectorUSB Type-C
Thunderbolt version1
Thunderbolt technologyYes
USB data transfer rates5000 Mbit/s
Maximum data transfer rate10000 Mbit/s
Protection featuresDust resistant, Shock resistant, Water resistant
Security algorithms256-bit AES
Product colorOrange
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64
Bus poweredUSB
TypeHDD
HDD size2.5 \
HDD speed- RPM
HDD capacity2000 GB
Package depth54 mm
Package width120 mm
Package height183 mm
Package weight500 g
Connectivity technologyWired
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth140 mm
Width89 mm
Height24 mm
Weight350 g

Summary

INTRODUCTION

BOX CONTENT

Lists the items included in the product package.

MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Specifies the necessary hardware and OS for the product to function correctly.

VIEWS OF THE DRIVE

Rear View Details

Details the rear connectors and ports of the LaCie Rugged drive.

Removable Protective Cover

Explains the function and attachment of the protective cover for enhanced protection.

INGRESS PROTECTION RATING

IP 54 Rating and Cover Usage

Explains the validity of the IP 54 rating when the protective cover is attached.

CABLES AND CONNECTORS

Thunderbolt Interface Explained

Explains the Thunderbolt interface technology, speed, and capabilities.

Integrated Thunderbolt Cable Handling

Details the integrated Thunderbolt cable and handling precautions to avoid warranty invalidation.

Thunderbolt on Windows Systems

Notes driver requirements for Windows users when connecting via Thunderbolt.

USB 3.0 INTERFACE

USB 3.0 Technology Overview

Explains USB 3.0 technology, speed, and compatibility with older USB versions.

GETTING CONNECTED

Thunderbolt Connection for Windows

Details Thunderbolt connection for Windows, including driver installation requirements.

CONNECTING THE INTERFACE CABLE

Step-by-Step Connection Guide

Guides on connecting the LaCie Rugged via Thunderbolt or USB 3.0 cables.

LAUNCH LACIE SETUP ASSISTANT

Setup Assistant Overview and Purpose

Explains the purpose, features, and benefits of the LaCie Setup Assistant.

Launching Setup Assistant on Windows

Guides on starting the Setup Assistant via AutoPlay or manual access on Windows.

SETUP ASSISTANT PROCESS

Initial Setup Steps: Language and License

Covers language selection and accepting the license agreement for Setup Assistant.

DRIVE PARTITIONING AND FORMATTING

Partitioning Options and File System Choices

Details how to partition the drive using the slider for different OS compatibility and file systems.

FORMATTING AND PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Confirming Drive Formatting and Process

Shows prompts for confirming data erasure and the formatting process.

Registering Your LaCie Device

Guides on registering the LaCie device for warranty activation and support.

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND SETUP COMPLETION

Installing Software Utilities

Explains how to select and install optional software utilities provided with the drive.

Finalizing Setup and Drive Readiness

Summarizes the installation process and confirms the drive is ready for use.

INSTALLING WINDOWS THUNDERBOLT DRIVERS

Downloading and Installing Drivers

Step-by-step guide for downloading and installing Thunderbolt drivers on Windows systems.

UNMOUNTING THE DRIVE

Windows Ejection Process

Step-by-step guide for safely ejecting the drive on Windows XP, Vista, and 7.

MAC DRIVE EJECTION PROCEDURE

Ejecting the Drive on macOS

Instructions for safely ejecting the LaCie drive on macOS by dragging the icon to the Trash.

FILE SYSTEM FORMATS FOR WINDOWS

Windows File System Options

Explains FAT32 and NTFS, their features, and usage recommendations for Windows environments.

FILE SYSTEM OPTIONS FOR MAC

Mac OS Extended and FAT32 Formats

Explains HFS+ and FAT32, their features, and usage recommendations for macOS environments.

FORMATTING THE DRIVE

Formatting Overview and Cautions

Provides general steps and important cautions before formatting the LaCie drive.

DRIVE FORMATTING PROCEDURES

Formatting on Windows Systems

Detailed steps for formatting the drive using Windows Disk Management utility.

Formatting on Mac Systems

Detailed steps for formatting the drive using macOS Disk Utility.

GETTING HELP AND SUPPORT RESOURCES

Available Support Resources

Lists resources like Quick Install Guide, Support Pages, and Customer Support for assistance.

TROUBLESHOOTING PERFORMANCE ISSUES

Slow File Transfers Diagnosis

Addresses issues and solutions for slow data transfer speeds, including USB port and driver checks.

File Transfer Errors and Time Machine Compatibility

Provides solutions for file transfer errors and Time Machine compatibility issues.

TROUBLESHOOTING CONNECTION AND CAPACITY

Drive Disconnection and Capacity Discrepancies

Covers troubleshooting for drive disconnection messages and capacity display discrepancies.

TROUBLESHOOTING MAC DETECTION ISSUES

Mac Drive Not Appearing on Computer

Guides on resolving issues where the LaCie drive does not appear on a Mac computer.

TROUBLESHOOTING WINDOWS DETECTION ISSUES

Windows Drive Not Appearing on Computer

Guides on resolving issues where the LaCie drive does not appear on a Windows computer.

PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY GUIDELINES

General Precautions and Data Responsibility

Covers data responsibility, capacity notes, and important warnings for using the drive.

Health and Safety Guidelines

Outlines safety measures for handling, maintenance, and environmental exposure to the device.

GENERAL USE AND ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS

Operating Environment and Handling

Details precautions for temperature, humidity, dust, magnetic interference, and cleaning.

WARRANTY AND LEGAL INFORMATION

Warranty Details and Upgrades

Explains warranty coverage, available upgrades, and how to check product warranty status.

LaCie Limited Warranty Policy Terms

Outlines the terms and conditions of the LaCie limited warranty for hardware products.

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

Warranty Exclusions and Disclaimers

Lists conditions under which the LaCie warranty does not apply, including misuse and modifications.

Liability Limitations and Data Risk

Details limitations on LaCie's liability for data loss, consequential damages, and misuse.

CUSTOMER SERVICE AND RETURNS INFORMATION

Service DOA and Product Returns

Information on DOA service, customer warnings about data backup, and product return procedures.

Australian Consumer Law Rights

Notes on consumer rights and contact information for Australian customers regarding product quality and failures.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) STATEMENT

FCC Interference and Exposure Information

Details FCC compliance, interference guidelines, and radiation exposure limits for the device.

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE AND DECLARATIONS

WEEE Directive and CE Certification

Explains proper disposal of electronic waste according to WEEE regulations and CE certification standards.

Canada and Japan Compliance Statements

Lists compliance statements for Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations and Japanese VCCI standards.

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