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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 - Connect the USB cable
Connect the cable to the USB-C port on LaCie Rugged USB-C and a USB port on your computer.
STEP 2 - 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.
Install software for added features.
Launch LaCie Setup Assistant - Mac
Open the LACIE SETUP volume on your desktop and then double click LaCie Setup.
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 the
.