LaCie d2 Quadra USB 3.0 User Manual
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LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class
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1. Introduction .................................................................................................................. 4
1.1. Minimum System Requirements ......................................................................................................... 5
1.2. Box Content .................................................................................................................................... 6
1.3. Views of the Drive ............................................................................................................................ 7
1.4. Hard Disk Heat Management............................................................................................................ 9
1.5. Cables and Connectors .................................................................................................................. 10
1.5.1. USB 2.0 .............................................................................................................................. 10
1.5.2. FireWire .............................................................................................................................. 10
1.5.3. eSATA ................................................................................................................................. 11
2. Setting Up Your LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class .................................................... 12
2.1. Connect the Interface Cable ........................................................................................................... 13
2.2. Turn On the d2 ............................................................................................................................. 14
2.3. Formatting and Partitioning ............................................................................................................. 15
2.3.1. File System Formats .............................................................................................................. 15
2.3.2. Windows Users .................................................................................................................... 17
2.3.3. Mac Users ........................................................................................................................... 19
3. Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................... 20
3.1. LED Indicators ............................................................................................................................... 20
3.2. Troubleshooting Topics .................................................................................................................. 21
3.3. Installing New Firmware ................................................................................................................ 21
4. Contacting Customer Support ..................................................................................... 22
4.1. LaCie Technical Support Contacts ................................................................................................... 23
5. Warranty Information ................................................................................................. 24
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
1.5.1. USB 2.0 ..........................10 1.5.2. FireWire ..........................10 1.5.3. eSATA ..........................11 2. Setting Up Your LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class ............ 12 2.1. Connect the Interface Cable ......................13 2.2. Turn On the d2 ..........................14 2.3. Formatting and Partitioning ......................15 2.3.1. - Page 2 ✦ Consult the dealer or an experienced struction manual. radio/TV technician for help. Modifications to this product not authorized by LaCie could void the FCC & Industry Can- ada regulations and negate your authority to operate the product. 110415 v1.1...
- Page 3 Health and Safety ✦ Use only the power supply shipped with the device. Precautions ✦ Do not use the LaCie d2 near other electrical appliances such as televisions, ✦ Only qualified persons are authorized to radios or speakers. Doing so may cause carry out maintenance on this device.
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Page 4: Introduction
The LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise class is the ultimate storage solu- tion in terms of compatibility, performance, and data security. Its convenient 128-bit AES hardware encryption, easily configured us- ing the LaCie Desktop Manager, makes the d2 a secure vault for your data. Quick Links Click a topic: ✦... -
Page 5: Minimum System Requirements
*Most computers do not come from the factory with eSATA ports, so you may need to purchase a connection card (such as PCI or PCI-E) to be able to connect your LaCie d2 via the eSATA interface. LaCie offers a wide selection of connection cards. Visit the LaCie website... -
Page 6: Box Content
User Manual page 6 1.2. Box Content Your LaCie d2 package contains the system tower and an acces- sories box containing the items listed below. LaCie d2 hard drive with Enterprise-Class hard drive Hi-Speed USB 2.0 cable FireWire 400 cable... -
Page 7: Views Of The Drive
1.3. Views of the Drive Front View The blue button on the front of the LaCie d2 serves as a LED drive status indicator and the LaCie Shortcut Button. See the LaCie Desktop Manager User Manual on the CD-ROM for more information. -
Page 8: Rear View
FireWire 400 port on/auto/off power switch CAUTION: To avoid overheating, the LaCie d2 should be installed in a well-ventilated area and in such a way as to maintain sufficient airflow across the controller chips. Also ensure that the Ventilation Fan is not obstructed. -
Page 9: Hard Disk Heat Management
9 1.4. Hard Disk Heat Management Heat Dissipation Design The LaCie d2 Quadra’s metal body is ideal for naturally dissipat- Exclusive d2 Heat Sink Design ing internal drive heat. Its unique design actually draws heat away from the internal drive toward the external casing. The large surface... -
Page 10: Cables And Connectors
Included USB Cable computer when adding or removing devices. Your LaCie drive is shipped with a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 cable, to en- sure maximum data transfer performance when connected to a Hi- Speed USB 2.0 port. The cable will also work when connected to a USB port, but drive performance will be limited to USB 1.1 transfer... -
Page 11: Esata
Included eSATA Cable Your LaCie drive is shipped with an eSATA cable, to ensure maxi- mum data transfer performance when connected to a eSATA port. Fig. 05 – eSATA Cable Ends... -
Page 12: Setting Up Your Lacie D2 Quadra Enterprise Class
User Manual page 12 2. Setting Up Your LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class This section covers the installation and configuration of your LaCie d2 Enterprise Class. Follow the steps below to power on and config- ure your LaCie d2 Quadra: Step 1 –... -
Page 13: Connect The Interface Cable
LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class Setup • D esign by oulton User Manual page 13 2.1. Connect the Interface Cable 1. Plug one end of the interface cable (USB, FireWire or eSATA) into the corresponding port on your host computer. -
Page 14: Turn On The D2
2.2. Turn On the d2 The power supply kit is composed of two cables: one cable (A) con- nects to the LaCie drive; and the other cable (B) connects to a power outlet, such as a wall outlet or a surge protector (Fig. -
Page 15: Formatting And Partitioning
FAT 32). This file system is compatible in read only mode with Mac TECHNICAL NOTE: The LaCie d2 Quadra comes preformatted in OS 10.3 and higher. HFS+ for optimum performance with Mac OS X. - Page 16 FAT 32. This is the file system to use if you are go- Use FAT32 if: ing to be using your LaCie Hard Drive between Macs and Windows ...you will be using your drive with both Windows and Mac operating systems.
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Page 17: Windows Users
Formatting will not erase the encryption con- figuration. If you wish to format a d2 that has been encrypted, you will first need to unlock the device using the LaCie Desktop Man- Fig. 07 ager, then follow the steps below. - Page 18 LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class Setup • D esign by oulton User Manual page 18 8. Click Next. 9. Click Next. 10. Click Next. 11. Click Next. 12. On the Format Partition window, select Quick Format. Click Next (Fig. 09).
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Page 19: Mac Users
If you wish to format a d2 that has been encrypted, you CAUTION: Following these steps will erase everything from the d2, will first need to unlock the device using the LaCie Desktop Man- including encrypted data. If you have information that you want to ager, then follow the steps below. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
Temperature critical; system remains in standby mode until temperature reaches acceptable levels The d2 is not receiving power or system failure or electronic board failure; contact LaCie customer support * LED dims for 5 seconds and then remains at a low intensity. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting Topics
The power supply is no longer func- tional. www.lacie.com 3.3. Installing New Firmware LaCie may periodically offer firmware updates for the d2. Visit LaCie’s Web site, www.lacie.com, for the latest firmware update. For the procedure, please contact LaCie technical support. -
Page 22: Contacting Customer Support
If you have asked yourself all of the pertinent questions in the troubleshooting checklist, and you still can’t get your LaCie drive to work properly, contact us at www.lacie.com. Before contacting us, make sure that you are in front of your computer and that you have... -
Page 23: Lacie Technical Support Contacts
LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class Contacting Customer Support • D esign by oulton User Manual page 23 4.1. LaCie Technical Support Contacts LaCie Asia, Singapore, and Hong Kong LaCie Australia Contact us at: Contact us at: http://www.lacie.com/asia/contact/ http://www.lacie.com/au/contact/ LaCie Belgium LaCie Canada... -
Page 24: Warranty Information
✦ The LaCie d2 was installed improperly; ✦ The serial number of the LaCie d2 or an individual Drive Bay is defaced or missing; ✦ The broken part is a replacement part such as a pickup tray, etc.
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