LaCie Rugged USB-C series User Manual

LaCie Rugged USB-C User Manual
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LaCie Rugged USB-C series Specifications

General

Max Data Transfer Rate	Up to 130MB/s
Warranty	2-year limited warranty
Durability	Shock, dust, and water resistant
Capacity	1TB, 2TB, 4TB, 5TB
Drop Resistance	Up to 1.2 meters
Dust and Water Resistance	IP54 rated
Operating Temperature	5°C to 35°C
Cable	USB-C cable
Interface	USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 2)

Summary

Introduction

Box Content

Lists all items included in the product package.

Minimum System Requirements

Specifies the OS and hardware needed to use the device.

Cables and Connectors

USB-C Protocols

Details the various USB-C connection standards and speeds.

Included Cables

Describes the two cables provided for connectivity.

USB 3.1 (USB-C) Cable Details

Explains the features and usage of the USB-C to USB-C cable.

USB 3.1 (USB-C)-to-USB Type A Cable Details

Explains the features and usage of the USB-C to Type A cable.

Connecting Your Drive

Step 1: Connect the USB Cable

Guides on physically connecting the drive using USB cables.

Step 2: LaCie Setup Assistant

Introduces the software for initial setup and configuration.

Launching Setup Assistant on Mac

Instructions for initiating the setup on macOS.

Launching Setup Assistant on Windows

Instructions for initiating the setup on Windows.

Setup Assistant Installation Procedure

Walkthrough for completing the installation via the assistant.

Optional Formatting and Partitioning

File System Formats Explained

Overview of NTFS, HFS+, exFAT, and FAT32 file systems.

Formatting and Partitioning Guide

Steps to format and partition the drive.

Formatting for Windows

Specific instructions for formatting on Windows.

Formatting for Mac

Specific instructions for formatting on macOS.

Safely Removing Your Drive

Safely Ejecting from Mac

Methods for safely removing the drive on macOS.

Safely Ejecting from Windows

Methods for safely removing the drive on Windows.

Frequently Asked Questions

All Users FAQ

Common questions and answers applicable to all users.

Mac Specific FAQ

Troubleshooting for macOS users.

Windows Specific FAQ

Troubleshooting for Windows users.