Introduction

Introduction

Welcome to the User Manual for the LaCie Rugged RAID. Your Rugged RAID features two interfaces: Thunderbolt technology and SuperSpeed USB 3.0. Both connections allow you to copy huge amounts of data at fast transfer rates. Since it is bus powered, the Thunderbolt technology cable gives you mobility while the USB 3.0 is backward compatible for universal connectivity with USB 2.0 devices.

With options for RAID 0 or RAID 1, the Rugged RAID is ideal for videographers, photographers, and heavy data users that demand extraordinary performance or protection both in the office and the field.

This manual guides you through the process of connecting your LaCie product. If you have questions, consult the Getting Help page.

Box content

LaCie Rugged RAID with integrated Thunderbolt cable
USB 3.0 cable (USB 2.0 compatible)
Removable cover and spare
Power supply (see note below)
Quick Install Guide
Complete software suite

Important info: Save your packaging. In the event that the drive should need to be repaired or serviced, it must be returned in its original packaging.

Minimum System Requirements

Ports

You can connect your LaCie device to a computer with a Thunderbolt, USB 2.0, or USB 3.0 port.

Operating System

Thunderbolt

macOS® 10.9 or later
Windows® 7 or later

USB 3.0

macOS® 10.9 or later
Windows® 7 or later

Minimum free disk space

600MB recommended

Notes on USB 3.0:
Your PC or Mac must have a USB 3.0 port to take advantage of USB 3.0 transfer rates.

The power cable must be connected to an active outlet when using the USB 3.0 port.

Software suite

The software suite for your LaCie Rugged RAID is pre-loaded on the hard drive. The free suite of utilities includes:

LaCie Setup Assistant (easily format and create partitions for use on Mac®, PC, or both)
LaCie Private-Public (password protection with AES 256-bit software encryption)
LaCie Backup Assistant (PC/Mac)
LaCie Desktop Manager (monitor hard drive health and configure email alerts)

Software can also be found at LaCie support.

Ingress Protection rating

The Ingress Protection (IP) rating is a standard for defining the types of protection supported by equipment and devices. Users should review the IP two-digit code to understand the conditions that the device can withstand. The two digits are independent, with each number representing a different level of protection.

Your LaCie Rugged RAID is rated IP 54.

5: Protection against dust from entering the device’s internal mechanism.
4: Protection against splashing water from any angle.

The LaCie Rugged RAID is also protected when it is dropped from heights up to 1.5 meters / 5 feet (in non-operating mode).

Important info on IP 54 and the removable cover: The LaCie Rugged RAID’s IP 54 rating is valid when the cover is securely fastened on the device. You can attach the cover when using the integrated Thunderbolt cable. However, the cover cannot be attached when using the USB 3.0 port.

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