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Introduc on Welcome to the user manual for LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB-C. You have three options for connecting LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB-C to your computer: Thunderbolt USB 3.1 Gen 2 (USB-C) USB 3.0/USB 2.0 (USB Type A) Additionally, LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB-C's casing is lightweight for easy travel and it withstands bumps and drops of up to 2 meters.
Mac OS X 10.7 or higher Note: For optimal performance, connect the product to a Thunderbolt or USB 3.1 host port on your computer. Connecting LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB-C to a USB 2.0 connection only provides up to 480Mb/s. Ingress Protec on ra ng The Ingress Protection (IP) rating is a standard for defining the types of protection supported by equipment and devices. The two-digit code for IP lets users know the conditions that the device can withstand.
Cables and Connectors You can connect LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB-C to your computer using Thunderbolt or USB. Review the connection types below. Thunderbolt LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB-C features an integrated Thunderbolt cable that connects directly to your computer. Thunderbolt technology supports two 10Gb/s bi-directional channels from a single port. At 10Gb/s, a full-length HD movie can be transferred in less than 30 seconds.
USB-C protocols USB is a serial input/output technology for connecting peripheral devices to a computer. USB-C is the latest implementation of this standard and it provides higher bandwidth and new power management features. USB-C supports many protocols: Thunderbolt 3: transfer rates up to 40Gb/s USB 3.1 Gen 2: transfer rates up to 10Gb/s USB 3.1 Gen 1: transfer rates up to 5Gb/s SuperSpeed USB 3.0: transfer rates up to 5Gb/s Hi-Speed USB 2.
USB 3.1 (USB-C)–to–USB 3.0/2.0 (Type A) cable Use the USB 3.1 (USB-C)–to–USB 3.0/2.0 (Type A) cable for compatibility with computers that do not have a USB-C port. The USB-C end is connected to the LaCie hard drive and the Type A end is connected to the computer’s USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 Type A port. Hard drive performance is limited to USB 3.0 transfer rates when connected to a USB 3.0 port and USB 2.0 transfer rates when connected to a USB 2.
Ge ng Connected Follow the setup steps in the order they are given to ensure that your LaCie hard drive's volume mounts correctly on your computer. Step 1 - Remove the port cover Remove the cover by placing your index finger on its right edge and gently prying it open. Step 2 - Connect to your computer Before connecting LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB-C, confirm the port on your computer.
USB-C connec on Connect the cable to the USB-C port on LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB-C and a USB-C port on your computer. USB-C to USB 3.0/2.0 connec on Connect the cable to the USB-C port on LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB-C and a USB 3.0/2.0 Type A port on your computer. Step 3 - LaCie Setup Assistant LaCie Setup Assistant must be launched before using your drive. It will allow you to: Easily format the hard drive according to your needs. Register your LaCie device. Copy the user manual to the hard drive.
Important info: If you do not launch LaCie Setup Assistant or if you quit LaCie Setup Assistant after the formatting has begun, your drive will not be ready to use and will require manual formatting. Additionally, the user manual and utilities will not be available and must be downloaded from LaCie customer support. Launch LaCie Setup Assistant - Mac Open the LACIE SETUP volume on your desktop and then double click LaCie Setup.
Manual access: open the LACIE SETUP volume in a Windows Explorer window and double-click LaCie Setup. LaCie Setup Assistant steps Follow the steps below to format your LaCie device for your operating system.
you through formatting and registering your hard drive as well as installing LaCie software utilities. You can also use your system's native disk utility program to format or partition your LaCie drive. If you use the disk utility, you can download software utilities and the user manual from LaCie customer support. Important info for Mac users: You may be prompted to enter your computer password to continue with LaCie Setup Assistant.
Install Drivers (Windows Only) Windows users must install drivers on their computer in order to use the Thunderbolt connection. Before following the steps below, make certain to review the steps to connect the product to a Windows PC via USB as described in Getting Connected. 1. Click Rugged Thunderbolt driver to download the driver. 2. Unzip the downloaded file. 3. Double-click Setup.exe. 4. Follow the steps to complete the wizard. 5. When prompted, restart your computer. 6.
Op onal Forma ng and Par oning You can use LaCie Setup Assistant to format your LaCie hard drive when it is first connected to a computer (Mac or Windows). LaCie Setup Assistant helps you to quickly format the storage device according to your needs. Read the information below if you: Aborted LaCie Setup Assistant while it was formatting. Want to reformat your storage device after successfully formatting the hard drive with LaCie Setup Assistant.
Caution: Formatting erases 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. Note: Refer to your operating system's documentation for more information on formatting and partitioning storage devices. Windows 1. Make sure the storage device is connected to your computer. 2.
Safely Remove Rugged Thunderbolt USBC From Your Computer Always eject a storage drive from your computer before physically disconnecting it. Your computer must perform filing and housekeeping operations on the drive before it is removed. Therefore, if you unplug the drive without using the operating system’s software, your files can become corrupt or damaged. Mac There are several ways you can eject your hard drive from a Mac. See below for two options. Eject via Finder window 1. Open a Finder window. 2.
to display all icons in the notification area. 3. In the list of devices, choose the device you want to remove. Windows displays a notification when it is safe to remove the device. 4. Disconnect the hard drive from the computer.
Frequently asked ques ons For help setting up and using your LaCie hard drive, review the frequently asked questions below. For additional support resources, go to LaCie customer support. All users Problem: My file transfers are too slow. Q: Are both ends of the USB cable firmly attached? A: Review troubleshooting tips for cable connections below: Check both ends of the Thunderbolt or USB cable and make sure that they are fully seated in their respective ports.
Some USB hubs are less than efficient with power management, which can be problematic for connected devices. In such a case, consider trying a powered USB hub that includes a power cable. Please note that USB 2.0 hubs limit your hard drive's transfer rates to USB 2.0 speeds. Problem: The provided USB cables are too short. Q: Can I use my hard drive with a longer cable? A: Yes, provided it is certified according to USB standards.
A: Ignore this message since the drive remounts on the desktop despite the pop-up. LaCie drives conserve power by spinning down when you set your computer to sleep mode. When the computer awakes from sleep mode, the drive may not have enough time to spin up, causing the pop-up to appear. Mac Problem: The hard drive icon does not appear on my desktop. Q: Is your Finder configured to hide hard drives on the desktop? A: Go to Finder and then check Preferences > General tab > Show these items on the desktop.
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consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights, which vary from state to state. Read carefully all information related to warranty and precautions of use of your new LaCie product in the user manual. 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.
