LaCie mini

Troubleshooting

COMPANION HARD DRIVE

The Issue

Questions to Ask

Possible Solutions

The drive is not

Are the USB drivers installed

Mac Users: Open Apple System Profiler and click on the

recognized.

correctly and enabled?

Devices and Volumes tab. If your device is not listed, recheck

 

 

the cables and try the other troubleshooting solutions listed

 

 

here.

Tech Note: Mac Users: Apple is constantly providing updated support for drive mechanisms within OS 10.x. To ensure that you have the latest support, upgrade to the latest version of OS 10.x. To access the latest updates an upgrades, pull down the Apple Menu and click on System Preferences. In the section titled System, click on Software Update and then click Update Now. Your computer will then automatically connect via the Internet to access the latest updates from Apple.

Tech Note: Windows Users: Microsoft consistently posts updated drivers and support fixes for their operating systems. Go to Microsoft’s Web site, support.microsoft.com, for more information.

Is there a conflict with other device drivers or extensions?

Windows 98 SE & Me Users: Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel > System > Device Manager > USB Controller

>click on the plus sign next to the controller icon, and you should see your device listed.

Windows 2000 Users: Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel > System > Hardware tab > Device Manager button > USB Controller > click on the plus sign next to the controller icon, and you should see your device listed.

Windows XP Users: Go to Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > System > Hardware tab > Device Manager button > USB Controller > click on the plus sign next to the controller icon, and you should see your device listed.

If you cannot see the device, recheck the cables and try the other troubleshooting solutions listed here.

Consult LaCie Technical Support. See section 6. Contacting Customer Support for more details.

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LaCie U S B 2. 0 user manual Here

U S B 2. 0 specifications

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The main feature of LaCie's USB 2.0 drives is the ease of use that comes with plug-and-play functionality. This means that users can simply plug the drive into a USB port, and it will be automatically recognized by the operating system, allowing for immediate data access and transfer. This user-friendly design is perfect for individuals who may not be tech-savvy, providing a hassle-free experience.

LaCie drives also boast robust data transfer speeds, though USB 2.0 is not as fast as its successor, USB 3.0. Nonetheless, USB 2.0 technology still offers decent transfer speeds of up to 480 Mbps, making it adequate for most standard storage tasks, such as backing up files, transferring documents, and storing media. While it might not handle high-definition video transfers as efficiently as USB 3.0 options, it remains a practical choice for everyday use.

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In summary, LaCie USB 2.0 drives are characterized by their user-friendliness, reliable performance, solid build quality, and a variety of options to meet diverse storage needs. Whether for personal or professional use, these drives offer a practical and effective solution for data storage and transfer.