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Page 1: ...derbolt USB C User Manual Click here to access an up to date online version of this document You will also find the most recent content as well as expandable illustrations easier navigation and search...

Page 2: ...uctions 6 Safely Remove Rugged Thunderbolt USB C From Your Computer Ports Operating System Minimum free disk space Thunderbolt cable Thunderbolt and Windows USB C cables USB 3 1 USB C cable USB 3 1 US...

Page 3: ...are too slow Problem I have an older computer with USB 2 0 ports Problem I must use a USB hub for my USB devices Problem The provided USB cables are too short Problem I must password protect and or en...

Page 4: ...instructions how to connect LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB C to your computer For common questions and answers about your hard drive please see Frequently asked questions You can get the latest tips re...

Page 5: ...n against dust from entering the device s internal mechanism 4 Protection against splashing water from any angle LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB C is also protected when it is dropped from heights up to...

Page 6: ...ess than 30 seconds Thunderbolt cable For ease of access the Thunderbolt cable is integrated on LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB C Remove the interface cover and gently unwind the Thunderolt cable before...

Page 7: ...USB 3 1 Gen 1 USB C cables Your LaCie hard drive is shipped with two cables for universal compatibility with all modern computers USB 3 1 Gen 2 USB C USB 3 1 Gen 2 USB C to USB 3 0 2 0 Type A For opti...

Page 8: ...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 rate...

Page 9: ...tegrated on the device use this cable if your computer has a Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 port USB 3 1 Gen 2 USB C use this cable if your computer has a USB C port USB 3 1 Gen 2 USB C to USB 3 0 2 0 T...

Page 10: ...n 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...

Page 11: ...omputer If the AutoPlay window appears choose Open folder to view files and double click LaCie Setup Important info If you do not launch LaCie Setup Assistant or if you quit LaCie Setup Assistant afte...

Page 12: ...click LaCie Setup LaCie Setup Assistant steps The LaCie Setup Assistant guides you through formatting and registering your hard drive as well as installing LaCie software utilities Follow the onscree...

Page 13: ...you created one partition If you formatted your drive using a disk utility and you need access to software utilities or the user manual visit LaCie customer support Important info for Mac users You ma...

Page 14: ...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 t...

Page 15: ...es exFAT generally compatible with Mac and Windows exFAT is not a journaled file system which means it can be more susceptible to data corruption when errors occur or the drive is not disconnected pro...

Page 16: ...at this is a data destructive process and any data currently on the drive will be deleted 10 Select Partition to complete the formatting process Windows 1 Make sure the storage device is connected to...

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Page 18: ...LaCie and click the eject symbol to the right of the drive name 3 Once the hard drive disappears from the sidebar or the Finder window closes you can disconnect the hard drive s cable from your Mac E...

Page 19: ...fication 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 19 LaCie...

Page 20: ...on your computer or hub A If your hard drive is connected via USB to a Hi Speed 2 0 port or hub performance is limited to speeds up to 480Mb s Q Are there other Thunderbolt or USB devices connected to...

Page 21: ...uilt in utility called Bitlocker that can protect hard drives with a password For more information about Bitlocker consult Microsoft s support documentation Q Can I encrypt my hard drive A Yes the har...

Page 22: ...e correct installation steps for your operating system A Review the installation steps in Getting Connected Windows Problem The hard drive icon doesn t appear in Computer Q Is the hard drive listed in...

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Page 24: ...receive the remedy set forth above you must return the product during the warranty period and include with each returned product i a copy of your original purchase invoice to verify your warranty ii a...

Page 25: ...on ports to damage caused by use with non LaCie products d to damage caused by accident abuse misuse flood fire earthquake or other external causes e to damage caused by operating the product outside...

Page 26: ...purchase should you experience an issue with your new LaCie product we ask you to return the product to the place where it was originally bought You will be required to give a proof of purchase Custom...