LaCie Data Bank | 3. Installing Your LaCie Drive |
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3. Installing Your LaCie Drive
Follow these steps to quickly get your LaCie Drive powered on and connected to your computer. Click on a step to get started!
3.1. Connecting The LaCie Drive To Your Computer
Once you’ve gotten the drive connected to your computer, move on to section 4. Using Your LaCie Drive for important information on how to format and utilize your drive.
Tech Note: *The LaCie Data Bank does not require a power supply for computers equipped with a standard bus- powered USB port. Some USB hubs or boards are not powered; if your computer’s USB hub or bus does not
provide the necessary power to operate your drive, use an optional power sharing cable to turn on your drive. See section 3.2 Connecting the Optional Power Sharing Cable for instructions. (This cable is sold separately)
Windows 98 SE and Windows Me Users!
Mac OS 9.x Users!
Before following the rest of the installation steps, first install this important software to help you configure and manage your LaCie drive.
•Windows 98 SE and Windows Me Users, click here
•Mac OS 9.x Users, click here