LaCie Pro Storage

PROFESSIONAL STORAGE SOLUTIONS

LaCie Rugged 10

LaCie Little Big Disk Quadra 12

LaCie d2 Quadra 14

LaCie Big Disk Quadra 16

LaCie 2big Quadra 18

Lacie 4big Quadra 20

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DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON

COLORED SLEEVES AVAILABLE (See page 68)

Exclusive, Original Rugged DesignFor extra protection wherever you go, the LaCie Rugged Hard Disk's unique varnished, scratch-protected aluminum shell and shock-resistant rubber sleeve make it especially resistant to harsh elements. The exclusive creation of world-renowned designer Neil Poulton, the LaCie Rugged Hard Disk demonstrates a commitment to both form and function.

FireWire 800 Speed for Media ProsWith maximum interface transfer rates of up to 800Mbits/s with FireWire 800 and up to 7200rpm, this high performance hard drive is ideal for audio/video and digital content creators. Take it with you when working on the road or even when transferring files from one desktop computer to another. It’s perfect for Apple PowerBook G5 or G4 users who need data backup, video storage, and large data volume exchange like DV video on the go.

Triple Interface: Connect AnywhereThis external storage solution offers the supreme speed of FireWire 800 along with FireWire 400 and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interfaces for true universal connectivity. Exchanging data between Macs and PCs is easy with LaCie’s Triple Interface solution. It even comes with a USB power-sharing cable for low powered USB hubs or computers. Since it’s bus-powered and plug and play, it's easy to use with almost any computer.

Portable, All-Terrain ProtectionThe best protection of your data requires handling with care, but you and your data don’t always live in a peaceful, sterile vacuum. You live in the real world full of bumps, spills, and adventures. The ultra-portable LaCie Rugged Hard Disk is your data’s best protection for the real world.

LaCie Rugged Hard DiskDurable All-Terrain Storage – Triple Interface

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• Rugged, portable storage for people on the go

• Cross-platform triple interface universal connectivity

• Fast FireWire 800 interface transfer rate: up to 800Mbits/s

• Shock-resistant metal and rubber design with internal anti-shock bumpers

LaCie Rugged Hard Disk

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Interface Transfer Rates (maximum theoretical bus speed)

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301291 301832 301438 301371

250GB 320GB 320GB 500GB

5400rpm 5400rpm 7200rpm 5400rpm

1 x FireWire 800 port (9-pin) 1 x FireWire 400 port (6-pin) 1 x mini USB 2.0 port

FireWire 800: up to 800Mbits/s (100MB/s) FireWire 400: up to 400Mbits/s (50MB/s) Hi-Speed USB 2.0: up to 480Mbits/s (60MB/s)

FireWire 800: up to 57MB/s FireWire 400: up to 40MB/s Hi-Speed USB 2.0: up to 36MB/s

8MB or greater

<12 ms

41°-95° F / 5°-35° C

35 in. / 90 cm in non-operating mode (dropping is not recommended in operating mode)

8.8 oz. / 250 g

3.5 x .98 x 5.7 in. / 90 x 25 x 145 mm

3-Year limited

• Computer with a USB or FireWire® port • Windows® 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista™ / Mac® OS X 10.3 or higher • Minimum 128MB RAM (512MB or greater recommended) • Minimum 600MB free disk space recommended

• LaCie Sync: Synchronization and Encryption Software • LaCie Setup Assistant • Genie® Backup Assistant software with data restore for Windows 2000, XP, Vista • Intego® Backup Assistant software with data restore for Mac OS X 10.4 and 10.5

INTERNAL SHOCKABSORBERS (x4)

PROTECTIVEALUMINUM SHELL

SHOCK-RESISTANTRUBBER SLEEVE

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PROTECTIVEALUMINUM SHELL

HARD DISK

INTERNAL ANTI-SHOCK RUBBER BUMPERS

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Sturdy, Clever and Silent DesignThe world-renowned designer Neil Poulton—the creator of our award-winning d2 range—designed the distinctive Little Big Disk Quadra exclusively for LaCie. Thanks to its unique, fanless cooling system, it’s the quietest hard disk for its capacity, making it ideal for AV professionals. The heat sink surface provides more area than the standard design for heat dissipation away from the drive, increasing reliability. Made of aluminum, it’s the mobile solution for intensive use.

For Audio/Video Pros On The RoadThis one-of-a-kind FireWire bus-powered innovation offers daisy-chaining directly to digital video cameras. Now you can get convenient portable data storage without sacrificing high-speed performance. Connect the Little Big Disk Quadra via eSATA or FireWire 800 for astoundingly fast burst transfer rates as fast as professional hard disks.

Universal ConnectionThis quadruple interface hard disk comes with eSATA 3Gbits, 2 x FireWire 800 (6-pin FireWire 400 adapter included) and USB 2.0 connections for complete compatibility with any PC or Mac. Installation and formatting is easy for all users thanks to the preloaded LaCie Setup Assistant. The bundled advanced backup and restoration software helps you easily save your multiple projects. The Little Big Disk Quadra is fully plug & play with Mac and PC.

Up to 1TB in Your HandFor maximum performance with minimum dimensions, the Little Big Disk Quadra is the perfect compact, portable powerhouse. About 60 percent lighter than desktop hard disks, this small storage solution easily travels with you anywhere. With unsurpassed capacity and performance for a mobile hard disk, it provides ample storage for transporting tons of files between home and office.

THE BEST PERFORMANCE IN PROFESSIONAL MOBILE STORAGE

LaCie Little Big Disk Quadra eSATA 3Gbits | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | FireWire 400 | FireWire 800

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• Enormous capacity for a portable hard disk

• As fast as desktop hard disks—up to 105-115MB/s* in eSATA

• Quadruple interface: the best connectivity for a mobile drive

• Aluminum heat sink design for safe, intensive use

LaCie Little Big Disk Quadra

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301317 301439 301400

500GB 640GB 1TB

5400rpm 7200rpm 5400rpm

1 x eSATA 3Gbits port 2 x FireWire 800 ports (FireWire 400 compatible) 1 x Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port

eSATA 3Gbits: up to 3Gbits/s (300MB/s) FireWire 800: up to 800Mbits/s (100MB/s) FireWire 400: up to 400Mbits/s (50MB/s) Hi-Speed USB 2.0: up to 480Mbits/s (60MB/s)

eSATA 3Gbits: up to 105-115MB/s FireWire 800: up to 75-85MB/s FireWire 400: up to 35-40MB/s Hi-Speed USB 2.0: up to 30-35MB/s

16MB (2 x 8MB) or greater

Kensington™ chain lock compatible

1.4 lbs. / 650 g

1.6 x 3.3 x 5.5 in. / 40 x 85 x 140 mm

3-Year limited

• Computer with an eSATA, FireWire 800, FireWire 400 or Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port • Windows® 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista™ / Mac® OS X 10.3 or higher • Minimum free disk space: 600MB recommended • Compatible with Time Machine

• LaCie Utilities and Backup Software • LaCie Setup Assistant

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Clever, Advanced DesignThe d2 Quadra’s new design is sturdy, compact, and versatile, making it ideal for intensive professional use. The unique, fanless aluminum heat sink design with 60% more surface area for heat dissipation keeps it quiet and safer at all times. The d2 Quadra can stand upright, be stacked horizontally with other drives, or rackmounted to save desktop space.

High-End FeaturesWith fast burst transfer rates of up to 105-115MB/s** via eSATA, this industry-leading hard disk delivers superior performance. Setup is quick and easy; the preloaded LaCie Setup Assistant helps format the hard disk according to your needs. With the LaCie Shortcut Button*, you can easily launch any application with one push such as the included Genie Backup Assistant software for Windows users or Intego Backup Assistant software for Mac users.

Universal SolutionThe LaCie d2 Quadra Hard Disk provides up to 1.5TB of capacity in a compact device. Fully loaded with all the best interfaces—eSATA 3Gbits, FireWire 800, FireWire 400 and Hi-Speed USB 2.0—it offers complete universal connectivity for PC and Mac users. Use it to easily store all of your files, or to regularly back up your computer.

The Professional ChoicePerfect for digital content creation, audio/video editing, DVD authoring, and Web animation, the d2 Quadra can handle multiple demanding professional tasks. It can be daisy-chained via FireWire or connected to your DV camera and is even bootable in FireWire for Mac and in eSATA for Mac/PC. Advanced features include advanced 3-level power management (Auto/On/Off)* and software RAID 0/RAID 1 potential when daisy-chained with other drives.

RACKMOUNTED (See page 68)

LaCie d2 QuadraeSATA 3Gbits | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | FireWire 400 | FireWire 800

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LACIE SHORTCUT BUTTON*

Launch any application with one push

*The Shortcut Button and Auto/On/Off features are available via FireWire and USB but are not available from an eSATA bus.**Burst transfer rates vary from one computer to another and may vary slightly from one drive to another. Average speed is usually lower, depending on host configuration.

LaCie d2 Quadra

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301440 301441 301442 301425 (Available Dec. 2008)

500GB 750GB 1TB 1.5TB

1 x eSATA 3Gbits port 2 x FireWire 800 ports (9-pin) 1 x FireWire 400 port (6-pin) 1 x Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port (USB 1.1-compatible)

eSATA: up to 3Gbits/s (300MB/s) FireWire 800: up to 800Mbits/s (100MB/s) FireWire 400: up to 400Mbits/s (50MB/s) Hi-Speed USB 2.0: up to 480Mbits/s (60MB/s)

eSATA: up to 105-115MB/s FireWire 800: up to 75-85MB/s FireWire 400: up to 35-40MB/s Hi-Speed USB 2.0: up to 30-35MB/s

7200rpm

16MB or greater

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“Auto” for energy efficiency; “On” for instant access; “Off” for data protection


3.31 lbs. / 1500 g

1.7 x 6.3 x 6.8 in. / 44 x 160 x 173 mm

3-Year limited


• LaCie Utilities • LaCie Setup Assistant • LaCie Shortcut Button • Genie Backup Assistant software with data restore for Windows 2000, XP, Vista • Intego Backup Assistant software with data restore for Mac OS X 10.4 and 10.5

• Quadruple interface for full PC/Mac compatibility

• Superior burst transfer rates up to 105-115MB/s (eSATA 3Gbits)

• Space-saving versatility—stack, rackmount or stand upright

• Sturdy, aluminum d2 heat sink design

EXCLUSIVE d2 HEAT SINK DESIGN

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PERFORMANCE COMPARISON The best performance for audio/video and photo professionals

FireWire 800

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Advanced Cooling SystemThe Big Disk Quadra’s fully aluminum, sturdy heat sink design provides 60% more surface area for naturally drawing heat away from the internal components to keep it cool and safe at all times. This advanced cooling system allows the Big Disk Quadra to be fanless for near-silent operation, enabling maximum peace and quiet in your work environment. It also offers Triple Power Management with a manual switch: “Auto” for energy efficiency; “On” for instant access; or “Off” for data protection.

Sophisticated, Convenient DesignDesigned by Neil Poulton exclusively for LaCie, the Big Disk Quadra is fully engineered to integrate into your Mac or PC environment. With versatile configurations such as vertical, horizontal, stacked with other drives or rack-mounted, this highly adaptable storage solution conforms to any desktop to save you space. The glowing blue button on the front is the LaCie Shortcut Button, which can launch any backup or library application of your choosing in one push.**

Ideal For Digital Audio/Video ProsWith two internal SATA disks and built-in hardware RAID 0, the Big Disk Quadra reaches impressively high speeds and offers enormous capacity for such a compact drive, making it ideal for audio/video editors, creative professionals, or database managers. The eSATA 3Gbits interface delivers remarkably rapid burst transfer rates of up to 165MB/s*. Use it with high-definition audio, digital video editing, SD video and 2D/3D imaging or to back up your computer or archive thousands of files. You can even daisy-chain FireWire or iLink DV cameras via FireWire.

Maximum ConnectivityThe LaCie Big Disk Quadra was created for professionals who expect high speed and large capacity in an easy-to-use, compact device. Fully loaded with all four leading interfaces— eSATA 3Gbits, FireWire 800, FireWire 400, and Hi-Speed USB 2.0—it offers complete universal compatibility with any Mac or PC. The included LaCie Setup Assistant software automatically formats your hard disk easily with helpful, customizable features for effortless setup. It also comes with advanced backup software with computer recovery: Genie Backup Manager Pro™ for Windows and Intego Backup Manager Pro™ for Mac users.

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* These burst transfer rates were found in RAID 0 for highest speed. Performance depends on the RAID mode selected. Burst transfer rates vary from one computer to another and may vary slightly from one drive to another. Average speed is usually lower, depending on host configuration.

** The Shortcut Button is available via FireWire and USB but is not available from an eSATA bus.***Windows 2000 and Windows XP do not recognize external hard disks over 2TB.

• Quadruple interface for maximum connectivity on any PC/Mac

• Built-in RAID 0 and eSATA for fast speeds

• Sturdy aluminum heat sink design for high reliability

• Ideal for large volume backups or creative pro use

LaCie Big Disk Quadra

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301343 301428 (Available Jan. 2009)

2TB 3TB***

1 x eSATA 3Gbits port 2 x FireWire 800 ports (9-pin) 1 x FireWire 400 port (6-pin) 1 x Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port (USB 1.1-compatible)

eSATA: up to 3Gbits/s (300MB/s) FireWire 800: up to 800Mbits/s (100MB/s) FireWire 400: up to 400Mbits/s (50MB/s) Hi-Speed USB 2.0: up to 480Mbits/s (60MB/s)

eSATA: up to 140-165MB/s FireWire 800: up to 80-90MB/s FireWire 400: up to 35-40MB/s Hi-Speed USB 2.0: up to 30-35MB/s

7200rpm

32MB (2 x 16MB) or greater

<10 ms (eSATA)

Advanced aluminum heat sink design for safe, fanless, quiet operation

Launch any application (backup, music, slideshows...) with one push



5.51 lbs. / 2500 g

1.7 x 6.8 x 10.6 in. / 44 x 173 x 272 mm

3-Year limited


• LaCie Utilities • LaCie Setup Assistant • LaCie Shortcut Button • Genie Backup Manager Pro software with computer recovery for Windows 2000, XP, Vista • Intego Backup Manager Pro software with computer recovery for Mac OS X 10.4 and 10.5


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2BIG QUADRA RAID FLEXIBILITY

MODE CAPACITY PROTECTION SPEED

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Versatile, Reliable Cooling System and Power SavingsDesigned with a sturdy aluminum body by Neil Poulton, the 2big Quadra easily integrates into any Mac or PC environment. With versatile configurations such as upright, horizontal, stacked with other drives, or rack-mounted, it offers significant space saving abilities. Thanks to its FireWire bus, it can be daisy-chained with fewer cables connected to your computer, and offers a near-limitless storage capacity when connected to other hard disks. The 2Big Quadra’s sturdy heat sink design provides 60% more surface area, which naturally draws heat away from the internal components, keeping it cool and safe at all times. It also offers Triple Power Management with a manual switch: “Auto” for energy efficiency; “On” for instant access; or “Off” for data protection.

Backup, Restore, and RecoverWith the LaCie Shortcut Button** it’s easy to launch applications like Genie Backup Manager Pro™ for Windows or Intego Backup Manager Pro™ for Mac, both of which come with the 2big Quadra. This software enables you to reliably and efficiently back up your documents, emails, settings, or other digital assets. With its ease of use, you can schedule and customize the type of backup you create. The Genie and Intego programs are ideal for creative professionals, and users can easily find previous versions of their documents and restore them. With computer recovery options, users will be able to restore their configuration and go right back to work in the event of a disaster with their workstation. It’s easy to back up directly from your Mac with the native solution, since the 2big is compatible with Time Machine®.

RAID Performance and ProtectionThe 2big Quadra offers RAID 1 mode, providing full data protection against disk failure. The hot-swappable* disk trays allow maintenance without affecting your workflow. Extra spare disks are also available as an option for immediate replacement. Pre-configured in RAID 0 for full speed and capacity, it can reach up to 165MB/s through eSATA 3Gbits. The 2big Quadra’s flexibility even allows users to have one partition in RAID 0 and one partition in RAID 1 (Mixed Partition Mode).

Two Disks in One for Storage and ProtectionThe LaCie 2big Quadra has been developed for professionals who expect high speed and large capacities from a storage and backup device. Offering amazing transfer speeds through eSATA 3Gbits and FireWire 800, the 2big Quadra also comes with FireWire 400 and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 for universal connectivity to Mac and PC. As a complete 2-bay solution, it features four RAID modes to customize speed and protection, and comes with advanced backup software with a computer recovery option.

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301350 301352 301431 (Available Jan. 2009)

1TB 2TB 3TB

SATA 3Gbits; 2 x FireWire 800; FireWire 400; Hi-Speed USB 2.0


eSATA 3Gbits: up to 140-165MB/s FireWire 800: up to 80-90MB/s FireWire 400: up to 35-40MB/s Hi-Speed USB 2.0: up to 30-35MB/s

7200rpm / up to 32MB (2 x 16MB) or greater

<10 ms (eSATA)

Easy RAID selection: RAID 1, RAID 0, mixed partition (RAID 0 and RAID 1) or concatenation

Launch any application (backup, music, slideshows) with one push


100-240 Vca; 50/60Hz; Standby: 4W; Idle: 20.6W; Seek: 20W

Thermoregulated quiet fan; advanced heat sink design for greater heat dissipation

3.5 x 7.8 x 6.7 in. / 91 x 200 x 172 mm

5.95 lbs. / 2700 g

3-Year limited


• LaCie Shortcut Button • Genie Backup Manager Pro software with computer recovery for Windows 2000, XP, Vista • Intego Backup Manager Pro software with computer recovery for Mac OS X 10.4 and 10.5

LaCie 2big Quadra

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*Hot-swapping is not possible in RAID 0 and concatenation modes.**LaCie Shortcut Button is available via FireWire and USB 2.0 but not eSATA.***These burst transfer rates were found in RAID 0 for highest speed. Performance depends on the RAID mode selected and rates vary from one computer to another. Average speed is usually lower, depending on host configuration.****Capacity may vary depending upon RAID mode: Concatenation and RAID 0 = total accessible capacity; RAID 1 = 50%; Mixed = 75%.Windows 2000 and Windows XP do not recognize external hard disks over 2TB.These measurements are indications and may vary by ±10%.

• Speed and security for audio, video, and photo professionals

• Large capacity for backing up all of your data

• Quadruple interface for universal connectivity

• Advanced aluminum heat sink design for greater reliability



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RAID PerformanceTaking advantage of a native RAID controller that preserves computer resources, the 4big Quadra offers superior support for the most demanding applications. Pre-configured in RAID 0 for full speed and capacity, it can reach up to 230MB/s through eSATA 3Gbits. Alternative RAID modes—such as RAID 5—can be configured in seconds on startup to manage speed, security, and available capacity.

RAID ProtectionThanks to the secure RAID modes, including RAID 5, RAID 3 and RAID 10, the 4big Quadra enables you to keep data access even if one disk fails. The hot-swappable disk trays even allow maintenance without affecting your workflow. “Spare” modes allow a second level of protection; a sort of “automatic maintenance” that will immediately start rebuilding the RAID protection in case of a disk failure. Extra spare disks are also available as an option for immediate replacement.

Terabytes of PowerThe LaCie 4big Quadra is the most complete 4-bay RAID solution for professionals who demand exceptional performance from a storage device. Offering up to 6TB of capacity and amazing bandwidth speeds through eSATA 3Gbits and FireWire 800, it also features FireWire 400 and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ports for maximum compatibility with any Mac or PC. Featuring seven RAID modes to customize performance and data protection levels, the 4big Quadra fits most speed-demanding applications and backup needs for today’s workstations and small servers.

LaCie 4big Quadra4-Bay RAID | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | FireWire 400 & 800 | eSATA 3Gbits

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• Speed and security for audio, video, and photo professionals

• Huge capacity for backing up all of your data

• Quadruple interface for universal connectivity

• Four hot-swappable, lockable disks for non-stop data access**

• Ultra-quiet cooling system for greater reliability

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Audio/Video StreamingWith the capacity to store hours of A/V streams, the 4big Quadra has been developed to suit the demands of digital content creators, such as

editors who work with Apple Final Cut Pro®. It comes with eSATA and FireWire 800, so you can get the highest bandwidth. FireWire or iLink DV cameras can be chained via FireWire, helping you make the most of your equipment if your number of open ports is limited. When used in RAID 0 or RAID 5, the 4big Quadra supports multiple audio, DV, SD, and HD streams, and up to one stream of uncompressed 10-bit NTSC video in playback. Greater performance can even be achieved when connecting several units together to a multilane eSATA four-port host adapter, in order to support multi-stream uncompressed 10-bit 1080i HD post-production.

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Photography / Pre-Press / ImagingConfigured in secured RAID mode, the 4big Quadra can archive, protecting hundreds of thousand of raw photos with comfortable speed for imaging experts, such as Apple Aperture® and Adobe Creative Suite® specialists. This makes it a fantastic tool to produce and manage professional projects and artwork. The LaCie Shortcut Button on the front of the 4big makes it even easier to access or back up your favorite libraries with a push of a button.

LACIE SHORTCUT BUTTON****

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Backup, Restore, and RecoverThe 4big Quadra comes with Genie Backup Manager Pro™ for Windows and Intego Backup Manager Pro™ for Mac. This software enables you to reliably and efficiently back up your documents, emails, settings, or other digital assets. With its ease of use, you can schedule and customize the type of backup you create. Ideal for creative professionals, the Genie and Intego programs can easily find previous versions of your documents and restore them. With computer recovery options, professionals will be able to restore their configuration and to go right back to work in the event of a disaster with their workstation. It’s easy to back up directly from your Mac with the native solution, since the 4big is compatible with Time Machine®.

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Versatile and Space-savingWith the 4big Quadra, your options for storage are near limitless. Designed with a sturdy aluminum body by industrial designer Neil Poulton, the 4big Quadra has been developed to be stackable, and enhance any work environment with its space-saving abilities. Thanks to the FireWire bus, it can be daisy-chained with fewer cables connected to your computer. By using a four-port eSATA multi-lane host adaptor, you can connect up to four 4big Quadra and reach up to 24TB and speeds up to 600MB/s using programs such as Apple Disk Utilities to add an extra level of RAID 0 performance.

Power SavingsTraditional RAID systems can consume a lot of power, but the 4big Quadra is different. LaCie has reduced power consumption by 30% compared to the previous 4-disk RAID generations. Moreover, with the “Auto” mode of the triple position power button, the 4big is able to automatically go into standby mode—synchronized with the computer activity—and reduces the power consumption by up to 80%. For maintenance, the 4big can optionally be disconnected from the computer during a RAID protection rebuild—the 4big will complete the task in standalone mode, and you can switch off your computer!

Quiet and Reliable Operation For the best and most reliable cooling system for the 4big Quadra, LaCie has chosen the Noctua and the NF-P12 fan technology, designed in Austria, and automatically thermoregulated by SMART commands. The nine-blade design and the vortex-control notches of the blower provide superior pressure and airflow performance, all at a volume fewer than 19dBA. The best-in-its-class Noctua is rated at 150,000 hours MTBF, and its ultra-quiet design makes it perfect for even the most noise-sensitive creative environment. This attention to detail allows the 4big Quadra to be from 30% (seek) to 46% (idle) quieter than traditional comparable systems.

To find out more about Noctua technology, please visit www.noctua.atULTRA QUIET

1TB = 2 hours of uncompressed HD video or 70 hours of DVD or 77,500 RAW photos

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*Maximum interface transfer rate = theoretical bus bandwidth, whereas burst transfer rate = maximum drive speed. Performance depends on the RAID mode selected and burst transfer rates vary from one computer to another and may vary slightly from one drive to another. Average speed is usually lower depending on host configuration.**Hot-swapping is not possible in RAID 0 and concatenation modes.***These measurements have been made in RAID0 through eSATA 3Gbits and may vary with computer and 4big configurations.****The LaCie Shortcut Button feature is available via FireWire and USB but not eSATA.Indicative reference, when compared with the previous generation LaCie Biggest RAID tower.These measurements are indications and may vary by ±10%.Capacity and cache memory may vary depending upon RAID mode.Calculations are based on 1080i 60 (8-bit) for uncompressed HD video, NTSC DV 25 standard-definition 720x486, 29.97 fps for digital video; and an estimation of Digital SLR resolution of 10 megapixels for RAW photos of 12MB. These calculations are only estimations and may vary with the codec used.Windows 2000 and Windows XP do not recognize partitions of more than 2TB.This measurement has been made under normal conditions, 1 meter from the front of the product. It may vary with the condition and product configuration.

LaCie 4big Quadra

Item Number

Capacity

Interfaces


Read Burst Transfer Rates*** (maximum drive speed)

Rotational Speed / Cache

Seek Time (Read)

RAID Modes

LaCie Shortcut Button****

Triple Power Management

Power Consumption

Power Supply

Cooling System

Acoustic

Dimensions

Weight

Warranty

System Requirements

Software Included

301357 301359 301434

2TB 4TB 6TB

eSATA 3Gbits, FireWire 800, FireWire 400, Hi-Speed USB 2.0


eSATA 3Gbits: 200-230MB/s FireWire 800: 80-90MB/s FireWire 400: 35-40MB/s Hi-Speed USB 2.0: 30-35MB/s

7200 rpm / 4 x 16MB or greater

<10ms eSATA

Easy RAID selection: RAID 0, RAID 5, RAID 5+Spare, RAID 3, RAID 3+Spare, Concatenation, RAID 10

Launch any application (backup, music, slideshows) with one push


Standby mode: 10,3W; idle mode: 34W; seek mode: 37W

100-240Vca; 50/60Hz

Ultra-quiet cooling system with self-stabilizing oil-pressure bearing technology

Standby: negligible; Idle: 25 to 28 dBA; Seek: 25 to 29 dBA

8.66 x 7.67 x 6.88 in. / 222 x 180 x 175 mm

15.7 lbs. / 7.1 kg

3-Year limited


• LaCie Shortcut Button • Genie Backup Manager Pro software with computer recovery for Windows 2000, XP, Vista • Intego Backup Manager Pro software with computer recovery for Mac OS X 10.4 and 10.5

LaCie 4big Quadra Spare Disk

Item Number

Capacity

301362 301364 301457

500GB 1TB 1.5TB

designed by neil poulton

eSATA 3Gbits

FireWire 400

RAID Mode Selector

FireWire 800

Hi-Speed USB 2.0

Power

Drive Activity LEDs

4 Swappable Drives

On/Auto/Off

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250GB 500GB 500GB 2TB 1TB 2TB 320GB 640GB 750GB 3TB 2TB 4TB 500GB 1TB 1TB 3TB 6TB 1.5TB

Triple Interface: Quadruple Interface: Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Hi-Speed USB 2.0, FireWire 400, FireWire 800, eSATA 3Gbits FireWire 400 FireWire 800

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8.8 oz. / 250 g 1.4 lbs. / 650 g 3.31 lbs. / 1500 g 5.51 lbs. / 2500 g 5.95 lbs. / 2700 g 15.7 lbs. / 7.1 kg

Rugged Little Big Disk d2 Quadra Big Disk 2big Quadra 4big Quadra Hard Disk Quadra Quadra

Item Numbers

Capacity

Interface

Number of Internal Drives

Built-in RAID 0

RAID Modes

eSATA 3Gbits

FireWire 800

FireWire 400

Hi-Speed USB 2.0

LaCie Setup Assistant

LaCie Shortcut Button

Genie/Intego Backup Asst.

Genie/Intego Backup Manager Pro

3-Year Warranty

Advance Replacement Warranty (Item Numbers)

Kensington™ Chain Lock Compatible

19" Rackmountable

Desk Rack Option

Dimensions

Weight

Read Burst Transfer Rates

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