Getting Connected
LaCie mini
COMPANION HARD DRIVE
user manual | page 12
Step 2.2 –
Connect the FireWire cable to your LaCie mini and to your computer
Examine the cable carefully and make sure that you have the FireWire cable properly aligned, then insert the cable
firmly into the FireWire port on the back of the drive for a stable connection.
Look for a FireWire logo (which generally is used to identify the port) next to the connector on the front or back of your
computer, then insert the cable firmly into the FireWire port for a stable connnection.
Tech Note:
Please refer section 4.1 Advice for Optimizing FireWire Connections for important information on
disconnecting FireWire devices and ensuring optimum performance.
FireWire Logo
iLink Logo
DigitalVideo
Logo
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Important Note:
Windows Users:
It may take a few seconds for your computer to recognize the drive and assign it a
letter.
Mac Users:
It may take a few seconds for the drive to appear on your desktop.
Mac OS 9.x
Mac OS 10.x
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