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Introduc on

Welcome to the user manual for LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB-C. You have three options for
connecting LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB-C to your computer:

Thunderbolt
USB 3.1 Gen 2 (USB-C)
USB 3.0/USB 2.0 (USB Type A)

Additionally, LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB-C's casing is lightweight for easy travel and it withstands bumps
and drops of up to 2 meters. Professionals and enthusiasts can appreciate LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB-
C's durability while enjoying high-end performance when connected to a computer with Thunderbolt or USB
3.1 ports.

Review this user manual for 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 regarding your product and updated technical information at 

LaCie customer

support

.

Box content

LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB-C
USB 3.1 Gen 2 (USB-C) cable
USB 3.1 Gen 2 (USB-C)–to–USB 3.0/2.0 (Type A) cable
Quick Install Guide
Software: LaCie Backup Assistant

Minimum system requirements

Ports

Note: A PDF of this user manual and software utilities are pre-loaded on the drive.

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Important info: Save your packaging. If you experience problems with your hard drive and want
to exchange it, the hard drive must be returned in its original packaging.

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LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB-C

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Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 17: ...17 LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB C 8 8 17...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 23: ...23 LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB C 8 8 17...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

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