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and/or other countries. 100% Recyclable Copyright © 2011, LaCie 110907 2big THUNDERBOLT™ SERIES 1 2 Mac HD 1 2 Mac HD 1 2 3 Mac HD LaCie LaCie www.lacie.com www.lacie.com/register www.lacie.com/products/warranty www.lacie.com/support www.lacie.com/contact Thunderbolt and the Thunderbolt logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S.
and/or other countries. 100% Recyclable Copyright © 2011, LaCie 110907 2big THUNDERBOLT™ SERIES 1 2 Mac HD 1 2 Mac HD 1 2 3 Mac HD LaCie LaCie www.lacie.com www.lacie.com/register www.lacie.com/products/warranty www.lacie.com/support www.lacie.com/contact Thunderbolt and the Thunderbolt logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S.
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THUNDERBOLT SERIES USER MANUAL CLICK HERE TO ACCESS AN UP-TO-DATE ONLINE VERSION of this document for the most recent content as well as for features such as expandable illustrations, easier navigation, and search capability. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 1
THUNDERBOLT SERIES USER MANUAL CLICK HERE TO ACCESS AN UP-TO-DATE ONLINE VERSION of this document for the most recent content as well as for features such as expandable illustrations, easier navigation, and search capability. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 1
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... storage is shipped on its features. BOX CONTENT s LaCie 2big Thunderbolt Series / LaCie Little Big Disk Thunderbolt Series s Power supply s Drive stand for upright use (the 2big Thunderbolt Series is ideal for details on installation or usage, please consult the Getting Help page. Thunderbolt technology connection: Thunderbolt Series enclosures must be connected to function properly. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 2 This exciting new line of these...
... storage is shipped on its features. BOX CONTENT s LaCie 2big Thunderbolt Series / LaCie Little Big Disk Thunderbolt Series s Power supply s Drive stand for upright use (the 2big Thunderbolt Series is ideal for details on installation or usage, please consult the Getting Help page. Thunderbolt technology connection: Thunderbolt Series enclosures must be connected to function properly. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 2 This exciting new line of these...
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and/or other countries. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 3 * Thunderbolt and the Thunderbolt logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S.
and/or other countries. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 3 * Thunderbolt and the Thunderbolt logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S.
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Activity LED and power button Thunderbolt Series User Manual 4 VIEWS OF THE DRIVE Front View 2big Thunderbolt Series 1.
Activity LED and power button Thunderbolt Series User Manual 4 VIEWS OF THE DRIVE Front View 2big Thunderbolt Series 1.
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Removable stand Thunderbolt Series User Manual 5 Activity LED and power button 2. Little Big Disk Thunderbolt Series 1.
Removable stand Thunderbolt Series User Manual 5 Activity LED and power button 2. Little Big Disk Thunderbolt Series 1.
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Rear View 2big Thunderbolt Series 1. Disk tray 2. Thunderbolt technology ports Thunderbolt Series User Manual 6 Power supply connection (12V 4A) 4. Disk lock 3.
Rear View 2big Thunderbolt Series 1. Disk tray 2. Thunderbolt technology ports Thunderbolt Series User Manual 6 Power supply connection (12V 4A) 4. Disk lock 3.
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Power supply connection (12V 3A) 3. Little Big Disk Thunderbolt Series 1. Chain lock option Thunderbolt Series User Manual 7 Thunderbolt technology ports 2.
Power supply connection (12V 3A) 3. Little Big Disk Thunderbolt Series 1. Chain lock option Thunderbolt Series User Manual 7 Thunderbolt technology ports 2.
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POSITION AND STACKING 2big Thunderbolt Series In most instances, the 2big enclosure heat dissipation will be maximized when it rests on the back bezel is a natural airflow across the casing. Since LaCie's unique design draws heat away from the internal drives, the external casing will be warm to the touch after extended use. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 8 Please...
POSITION AND STACKING 2big Thunderbolt Series In most instances, the 2big enclosure heat dissipation will be maximized when it rests on the back bezel is a natural airflow across the casing. Since LaCie's unique design draws heat away from the internal drives, the external casing will be warm to the touch after extended use. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 8 Please...
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Users interested in placing two 2big enclosures in a rack, LaCie recommends that you allow for further information. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 9 When placing the enclosures in a specially designed rack may visit LaCie for adequate airflow so that the units do not overheat.
Users interested in placing two 2big enclosures in a rack, LaCie recommends that you allow for further information. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 9 When placing the enclosures in a specially designed rack may visit LaCie for adequate airflow so that the units do not overheat.
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Thunderbolt Series User Manual 10 Little Big Disk Thunderbolt Series Heat dissipation is maximized when the Little Big Disk enclosure rests on all sides of the casing for proper airflow. Important info: Do not stack more than two 2big enclosures. Doing so will void the warranty. Please make certain that it has ample space on its stand in a vertical position. Do not stack the unit with other Little Big Disks or similar items. Stacking your Little Big Disk(s) will void the warranty.
Thunderbolt Series User Manual 10 Little Big Disk Thunderbolt Series Heat dissipation is maximized when the Little Big Disk enclosure rests on all sides of the casing for proper airflow. Important info: Do not stack more than two 2big enclosures. Doing so will void the warranty. Please make certain that it has ample space on its stand in a vertical position. Do not stack the unit with other Little Big Disks or similar items. Stacking your Little Big Disk(s) will void the warranty.
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... power, Thunderbolt Series enclosures must be: 1. Connected directly to a Macintosh computer that is connected to a power supply and turned on but the LED remains off ; not connected to a power source via the included power supply MULTI-FUNCTIONAL LED/POWER BUTTON LED States - 2big Thunderbolt Series LED Behavior State The product is : turned off , contact LaCie Customer...
... power, Thunderbolt Series enclosures must be: 1. Connected directly to a Macintosh computer that is connected to a power supply and turned on but the LED remains off ; not connected to a power source via the included power supply MULTI-FUNCTIONAL LED/POWER BUTTON LED States - 2big Thunderbolt Series LED Behavior State The product is : turned off , contact LaCie Customer...
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Press the LED button The enclosure will appear on the drives, press the LED button. The partition(s) will stop sending power to use the disks for an extended period of time. Unmount the partition(s) (see Unmounting Your Drive) 2. To power on the desktop. Power Button The LED button may be used to conserve energy if you do not expect to the disks. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 12 Please note that the enclosure will maintain the daisy chain with other Thunderbolt devices even when the drives have been powered down. To reduce power consumption: 1.
Press the LED button The enclosure will appear on the drives, press the LED button. The partition(s) will stop sending power to use the disks for an extended period of time. Unmount the partition(s) (see Unmounting Your Drive) 2. To power on the desktop. Power Button The LED button may be used to conserve energy if you do not expect to the disks. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 12 Please note that the enclosure will maintain the daisy chain with other Thunderbolt devices even when the drives have been powered down. To reduce power consumption: 1.
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... have been preconfigured as a Striped RAID Set (RAID 0). See the performance comparison in your LaCie Thunderbolt Series storage. To take advantage of the throughput offered by a Thunderbolt technology connection. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 13 THUNDERBOLT TECHNOLOGY AND DAISY CHAIN THUNDERBOLT TECHNOLOGY Thunderbolt technology is no less impressive to imagine the amount of high-end data that can be passed...
... have been preconfigured as a Striped RAID Set (RAID 0). See the performance comparison in your LaCie Thunderbolt Series storage. To take advantage of the throughput offered by a Thunderbolt technology connection. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 13 THUNDERBOLT TECHNOLOGY AND DAISY CHAIN THUNDERBOLT TECHNOLOGY Thunderbolt technology is no less impressive to imagine the amount of high-end data that can be passed...
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... devices and displays Connect the cable to one of the interface ports on the back of your LaCie Thunderbolt Series enclosure and to your Thunderbolt Series enclosure to a computer or compatible devices, please use cables specifically constructed to support Thunderbolt technology. While the ports on the back of the device can have seven devices, including the...
... devices and displays Connect the cable to one of the interface ports on the back of your LaCie Thunderbolt Series enclosure and to your Thunderbolt Series enclosure to a computer or compatible devices, please use cables specifically constructed to support Thunderbolt technology. While the ports on the back of the device can have seven devices, including the...
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The additional interface port on your Macintosh computer. Connect a cable that the Thunderbolt Series volume mounts correctly on the Thunderbolt Series enclosure may be used to a compatible Thunderbolt technology port on your computer. CONNECT THE INTERFACE CABLE 1. Plug the other end of the enclosure's Thunderbolt ports. GETTING CONNECTED Please follow the setup steps in the order they are given to ensure that supports Thunderbolt technology to one of the cable to daisy chain compatible devices and displays. 2big Thunderbolt Series User Manual Little Big Disk 15
The additional interface port on your Macintosh computer. Connect a cable that the Thunderbolt Series volume mounts correctly on the Thunderbolt Series enclosure may be used to a compatible Thunderbolt technology port on your computer. CONNECT THE INTERFACE CABLE 1. Plug the other end of the enclosure's Thunderbolt ports. GETTING CONNECTED Please follow the setup steps in the order they are given to ensure that supports Thunderbolt technology to one of the cable to daisy chain compatible devices and displays. 2big Thunderbolt Series User Manual Little Big Disk 15
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Connect the included external power supply to an outlet and to the enclosure power port. 2big Little Big Disk 3. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 16 2. The device will turn on automatically when it receives power and the volume will mount on the desktop.
Connect the included external power supply to an outlet and to the enclosure power port. 2big Little Big Disk 3. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 16 2. The device will turn on automatically when it receives power and the volume will mount on the desktop.
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Thunderbolt Series User Manual 17 2big Little Big Disk Technical note: A single Thunderbolt technology daisy chain can have seven devices, including the computer.
Thunderbolt Series User Manual 17 2big Little Big Disk Technical note: A single Thunderbolt technology daisy chain can have seven devices, including the computer.
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UNMOUNTING THE THUNDERBOLT SERIES VOLUME In order to avoid file system corruption, it is important to unmount the volume(s) before turning off the enclosure or disconnecting the interface cable. See Unmounting Your Drive for details. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 18
UNMOUNTING THE THUNDERBOLT SERIES VOLUME In order to avoid file system corruption, it is important to unmount the volume(s) before turning off the enclosure or disconnecting the interface cable. See Unmounting Your Drive for details. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 18
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... a generic Mac device icon. When the volume icon disappears from the desktop, the Thunderbolt Series enclosure can press the LED to properly eject the Thunderbolt storage volume(s). 1. LED button: The Thunderbolt enclosure will turn into an Eject arrow. (The volume icon pictured is important to ...conserve energy. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 19 See Receiving Power/LED Power Button. Please note that Thunderbolt devices daisy-chained to the enclosure will continue to connect and disconnect them while the ...
... a generic Mac device icon. When the volume icon disappears from the desktop, the Thunderbolt Series enclosure can press the LED to properly eject the Thunderbolt storage volume(s). 1. LED button: The Thunderbolt enclosure will turn into an Eject arrow. (The volume icon pictured is important to ...conserve energy. Thunderbolt Series User Manual 19 See Receiving Power/LED Power Button. Please note that Thunderbolt devices daisy-chained to the enclosure will continue to connect and disconnect them while the ...