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LaCie LaCinema Classic Troubleshooting
User Manual page 37
8. Troubleshooting
If your LaCie LaCinema Classic is not working correctly, please refer
to the following checklist to determine the source of the problem.
If you have gone through all of the points on the checklist and your
LaCinema Classic still does not work properly, please check
the FAQs that are regularly published on our website –
www.lacie.com. One of these FAQs may provide an answer to
your specific question. You can also visit the downloads page,
where the most recent software updates will be available.
If you need further assistance, please contact your LaCie reseller
or LaCie Customer Support (see section 9. Contacting Customer
Support for details).
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8.1. Troubleshooting: Mac Users
Problem Question Answer
The drive is not
recognized by the
computer.
Does an icon for the drive appear
on the desktop?
There should be an icon for the LaCie drive on the desktop. If the
drive does not appear, follow the rest of the Troubleshooting tips to
isolate the problem.
Does your computer’s configura-
tion meet the minimum system re-
quirements for use with this drive?
See section 1.1. Minimum System Requirements for more information.
Is the drive’s power supply con-
nected and turned on?
Make sure that the power supply is properly connected (see section
2.1. Connecting the LaCinema Classic to Your Computer), that the
drive has been turned on and that the outlet the power supply is con-
nected to is working.
Did you follow the correct installa-
tion steps for the specific interface
and operating system?
Review the installation steps in section 2.1. Connecting the LaCinema
Classic to Your Computer.
Are both ends of the USB cable
securely attached?
Only use a USB cable provided by LaCie. Check both ends of the USB
cable to make sure they are fully seated in their respective ports. Try
disconnecting the cables, waiting 10 seconds, and then reconnecting
them. If the drive is still not recognized, restart your computer and try
again.
Is there a conflict with other device
drivers or extensions?
Contact LaCie Technical Support for help.
Does your computer’s operating
system support the file system?
Check your computer’s documentation and see section 6. Reformat-
ting the LaCinema Classic for more information.