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INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a LaCie Key. Your USB Key is designed with both practicality and fun in mind. Featuring a generous storage capacity in a small package, you can carry your data easily to and from any computer. No matter where you go, your LaCie Key is easy to use and compatible with all modern computers. LACIE USB KEYS USER MANUAL This User Manual will guide you through the easy installation of your LaCie Key.
To see the software included with your LaCie USB Key, please click on the link with the name of your device.
MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ A computer with a USB port Windows: Latest version of Windows XP, Vista, or 7 Mac: Latest version of OS X 10.5, 10.6, or 10.7 (See LaCie Software Compatibility with Mac OS X Lion regarding LaCie software and Mac OS X 10.7) Minimum free disk space: 600MB recommended High-speed Internet for Wuala online storage Technical note on USB speeds: USB 3.0: LaCie USB 3.0 Keys must be plugged into compatible USB 3.0 ports to take advantage of faster data transfer rates.
INTERFACE HI-SPEED USB 2.0 USB 2.0 Key connection Since its release in 2000, USB 2.0 has provided the necessary bandwidth to support electronic and computer peripheral devices, including hard drives, CD/DVD drives, and digital cameras. Data transfer rates can reach up to 480 Megabits per second (Mb/s). The USB 2.0 standard requires native USB 2.0 cables and connectors to achieve Hi-Speed transfer rates. Please note that USB 2.0 cables and connectors are compatible with the USB 1.
CONNECTING YOUR LACIE USB KEY TO A COMPUTER LaCie USB Keys are easy Plug & Play storage devices. Locate the USB port on your computer and attach the LaCie Key. Please note that most LaCie Keys are shipped as one full partition. You have the option to format a second, password-protected volume called LA-PRIVATE using LaCie Private-Public. The LA-PRIVATE partition provides AES 256 encryption to keep your most important data safe.
UNMOUNTING THE LACIE KEY USB, FireWire, and eSATA external devices feature “plug & play” connectivity, which means that your LaCie storage can be connected and disconnected while the computer is running. To prevent failures, however, it is important to follow these steps when disconnecting your device. WINDOWS XP USERS From the System Tray (located in the lower right-hand side of your screen), click the Eject icon (a small green arrow over a hardware image).
MAC USERS Drag the storage device icon to the Trash. (The icon pictured below is a generic USB device icon. Your LaCie storage may be represented by an icon that looks like the device itself.) When the icon disappears from the desktop, the storage device can be disconnected.
FORMATTING YOUR LACIE USB KEY You may use Disk Management (Windows) or Disk Utility (Mac) to format and partition your LaCie USB Key. Please note that formatting any storage device will delete all of its data. Therefore, LaCie highly recommends copying all data stored on your LaCie USB Key before creating new partitions. Do not forget to copy the LaCie software utilities bundled with your USB Key.
Mac Users You may customize the storage device by reformatting and/or partitioning it with separate file system formats. For optimal performance in Mac OS environments, format and partition the storage device as one large Mac OS Extended volume. Mac OS Extended (HFS+): Mac OS Extended refers to the file system used by Mac OS X. HFS+ represents an optimization of the older HFS file system by using hard disk space more efficiently. With HFS+, you are no longer limited by block size.
FORMATTING INSTRUCTIONS The steps listed below will help you to format and partition a storage device. For more information on choosing the optimal file format, refer to About File System Formats. Caution: Formatting will erase everything on the storage device. LaCie highly recommends that you back up all data on your storage device before performing the steps below. LaCie is not responsible for any data lost due to formatting, partitioning, or using a LaCie storage device.
Windows Users Technical Note on volumes larger than 2TB: Windows XP 32-bit - This version of Windows will not recognize volumes larger than 2TB; Windows XP x64, Vista and 7 - All of these versions of Windows can recognize volumes greater than 2TB. However, disks must be converted to the GPT file system before partitions greater than 2TB can be created. To do this, go to Windows Disk Management and right-click on the disk. Select Convert to GPT. You may now create partitions greater than 2TB. 1. 2. 3. 4.
GETTING HELP If you are having problems with your LaCie product, consult the table below for a list of available resources. Order Source Description Location 1 Quick Install Guide Concise steps to follow for getting your product up and running Printed and included in the product box, or download PDF from the product page 2 Support Pages Includes interactive troubleshooting topics www.lacie.
TROUBLESHOOTING TOPICS Note: Interactive troubleshooting, a highly effective way to resolve problems with your product, is available from www.lacie.com/support/. Select your product, then click the “Troubleshooting” tab. All Users Problem: My file transfers are too slow. Q: Are there other USB devices connected to the same port or hub? A: Disconnect any other USB devices and see if the performance improves. Q: Is the USB 2.0 Key connected to a legacy USB computer port or hub? A: If your USB 2.
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Mac OS X Users Problem: The storage device icon does not appear on my desktop. Q: Is the USB device firmly attached to your computer's USB port? A: Check the USB connection between the device and your computer to confirm that it is properly seated. You can also try disconnecting the device, waiting 10 seconds, and then reconnecting it. If the storage device is still not recognized, restart your computer and try again.
PRECAUTIONS Caution: Modifications not authorized by the manufacturer may void the user's authority to operate this device. Important info: Any loss, corruption or destruction of data while using a LaCie storage device is the sole responsibility of the user, and under no circumstances will LaCie be held liable for the recovery or restoration of this data. To help prevent the loss of your files, LaCie highly recommends that you keep TWO copies of your data.
■ device, increasing the risk of damage or malfunction. Never use benzene, paint thinners, detergent, or other chemical products to clean the outside of the LaCie device. Such products will disfigure and discolor the casing. Instead, use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the device.
WARRANTY INFORMATION LaCie offers first-rate service and support through our generous three-tiered warranty policy. Our 1-, 2- and 3-year policies include comprehensive, complimentary web-based resources, expert in-house technical support, and worldwide repair and/or replacement coverage. To benefit from this warranty, please contact LaCie Support at www.lacie.com/us/support/index.htm where you can find online support and contact information.
EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS This Limited Warranty applies only to hardware products manufactured by or for LaCie that can be identified by the “LaCie” trademark, trade name, or logo affixed to them. The Limited Warranty does not apply to any non-LaCie hardware products or any software, even if packaged or sold with LaCie hardware.
SERVICE DOA On rare occasions, a newly purchased LaCie product may be delivered in non-working order. We are working to avoid these issues, but unfortunately, these situations may arise from time to time. Within the 15 calendar days of purchase, should you experience an issue with your new LaCie product, we ask you to return the product to the place where it was originally bought. You will be required to give a proof of purchase.
NOTE TO AUSTRALIAN CUSTOMERS Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. Contact us: LaCie Australia, 458 Gardeners Road Alexandria, NSW 2015 AUSTRALIA.
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