LaCie D2 Quadra V3 External Hard Drive and 43 similar items

d2 Quadra Hard Disk DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON Performance and Reliability With the new USB 3.0 5Gb/s interface and up to 3TB, the LaCie d2 Quadra Hard Disk is the ideal tool for creative professionals who need both fast speeds and large storage capacity. It features 7200rpm drives with a minimum of 32MB cache for the best performance and seek times, so it can handle the most resource-intensive applications. Best of all, it can achieve speeds up to 130MB/s in USB 3.0. Cross-Platform Applications The d2 Quadra has got the latest connectivity with USB 3.0 and two FireWire 800 interfaces for daisy chaining, but it is still fully compatible with, eSATA 3Gb/s, USB 2.0 and FireWire 400. It?s even USB 3.0-compatible on Mac computers, thanks to LaCie?s USB 3.0 driver for Mac OS. With all of its interfaces, the d2 Quadra has universal connectivity, so it is easy to back up and restore any workstation, no matter the configuration and interfaces. And thanks to the USB 3.0 performance, you can make faster, more frequent backups of your data, keeping it safe and secure. Since the d2 Quadra tops out at a 3TB capacity, it can even Cooler Design be used as a simple and convenient storage expansion for a server. The d2 Quadra?s unique and unobtrusive design is respected in the creative content industry for good reason. The fanless aluminum heat sink design provides an increased surface area for better heat dissipation, keeping it quiet, safe, and free from dust inside. It can also stand upright, be stacked horizontally with other drives, or even be rackmounted to save desktop space. It?s a superb solution for heavy storage users who want off-site backups and archives of any work environment. For superior energy efficiency, it also has a programmable eco mode, which automatically conserves energy if the drive is inactive for a certain period of time. On top of that, it?s recyclable and ROHS-compliant. ? Universal connectivity and compatibility ? Professional grade: 5Gb/s interface, 7200rpm drives ? Save space: stackable and rack-mount option ? Advanced power modes for energy savings Functional and User-Centric Features With the preloaded LaCie Desktop Manager?, you can easily configure the shortcut button to launch the application of your choice in one push and configure your drive?s eco mode. And, with its two-color front LED indicator, it is easy to check the drive status. It also includes Genie Backup Assistant software and Intego Backup Assistant software with data restore for Windows and Mac. Both products provide an ideal solution for simple and user-friendly backup and file retrieval. The Professional Choice for Storage ?with USB 3.0. FireWire 800 | USB 3.0 | USB 2.0 | eSATA 3Gb/s HEAT SINK DESIGN INCREASED SURFACE AREA FOR HEAT DISSIPATION Heat Sink Design Standard Design LACIE SHORTCUT BUTTON Launch any application with one easy push * 1TB (Terabyte) = 1000GB. 1GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes. EN Total accessible capacity varies depending upon operating environment (typically 5?10% less) ** These maximum transfer rates were achieved using Blackmagic Disk Speed Test. Performance test system: Windows 7 32-bit, Intel Core i7 860, 2 x Corsair XMS3 DDR3 PC16000 CL9 2GB. 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. *** 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. ? This feature not available in eSATA. ?? FireWire 400 to FireWire 800 cables are sold separately and are available on www.lacie.com/accessories. ??? Windows XP does not recognize volumes of more than 2TB. 2011, LaCie. The LaCie logo is a trademark of LaCie. Other products and brand names mentioned herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Specifications and appearance are given as guidelines and may change without notice. www.lacie.com 110207 Premium 3 Year Warranty The d2 Quadra Hard Disk comes with a 3 Year Limited Warranty. For superior service, it also comes with the LaCie Advance Care Option, which can be purchased separately online within 30 days of the purchase date. Under the Advance Care Option, LaCie will immediately swap out the product without it needing to be returned first for minimal interruption of your workflow. LaCie covers all freight costs. Availability depends on the sales area. See www.lacie.com for details. 301542 301543 301549 1TB 2TB 3TB 2 x FireWire 800 (9-pin) port 1 x USB 3.0 port (USB 2.0-compatible) 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s port FireWire 800: up to 800Mb/s eSATA 3Gb/s: up to 3Gb/s USB 3.0: up to 5Gb/s USB 2.0: up to 480Mb/s FireWire 800: up to 85MB/s eSATA 3Gb/s: up to 115MB/s USB 3.0: up to 130MB/s USB 2.0: up to 35MB/s 7200rpm / 32MB or greater 60 x 168 x 183 mm / 2.3 x 6.6 x 7.2 in. 1.7 kg / 3.7 lbs. Launch any application with one push (backup, music, slideshows?) Computer with an USB 3.0, USB 2.0, eSATA 3Gb/s, FireWire 800, or FireWire 400?? port Latest version of Windows XP???, Windows Vista, Windows 7 / Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6 or greater. Minimum free disk space: 600MB recommended LaCie d2 Quadra Hard Disk; SuperSpeed USB 3.0 cable (USB 2.0-compatible); eSATA-to-eSATA cable; FireWire 800 (9-pin) cable; external power supply; drive stand for upright use; LaCie Utilities and Software (preloaded): LaCie Setup Assistant, LaCie Desktop Manager, LaCie Backup Assistant software with data restore for Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7, LaCie Backup Assistant software with data restore for Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6; and Quick Install Guide 3-year limited Item Number Capacity* Interface Interface Transfer Rates (maximum theoretical bus speed) Read Burst Transfer Rates:** (maximum theoretical bus speed Rotational Speed/Cache Dimensions (WxDxH) Weight LaCie Advanced Power Button? Minimum System Requirements Box Content Warranty MB/s 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 01 00 110 120 130 PERFORMANCE COMPARISON Read maximum transfer rate benchmark USB 3.0 130MB/s 115MB/s 85MB/s 35MB/s eSATA FW 800 USB 2.0