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... Windows Vista®, Windows 7 / Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6 • Minimum free disk space: 600MB recommended Box Content • LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • eSATA-to-eSATA (3Gb/s) cables with 24K gold-plated contacts • FireWire 800 (9-to-9 pin) cables with 24K ...) with 24K gold-plated contacts • Quick Install Guide • LaCie Utilities and User Manual: - For more information on Enterprise Class Service and terms and conditions, please visit www.lacie.com. LaCie Desktop Manager - LaCie can only provide Enterprise Class Services in Europe only). Item # 301497 ...
... Windows Vista®, Windows 7 / Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6 • Minimum free disk space: 600MB recommended Box Content • LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • eSATA-to-eSATA (3Gb/s) cables with 24K gold-plated contacts • FireWire 800 (9-to-9 pin) cables with 24K ...) with 24K gold-plated contacts • Quick Install Guide • LaCie Utilities and User Manual: - For more information on Enterprise Class Service and terms and conditions, please visit www.lacie.com. LaCie Desktop Manager - LaCie can only provide Enterprise Class Services in Europe only). Item # 301497 ...
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LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Table of Contents page 1 Table of the Drive...7 1.4. Views of Contents 1. Cables and Connectors...9 1.4.1. RAID 0...14 3.1.2. RAID 3 and RAID 3+Spare...16 3.1.5. LED Status Indicators...26 4.2. Installing New Firmware ...28 5. Contacting Customer Support 29 5.1. Minimum System Requirements...5 1.2. Setting Up Your LaCie 4big...Warranty Information 31 Introduction...4 1.1. RAID 5 and RAID 5+Spare...17 3.2. Other Troubleshooting Topics...28 4.3. LaCie Technical Support Contacts...30 6. Turn On the...
LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Table of Contents page 1 Table of the Drive...7 1.4. Views of Contents 1. Cables and Connectors...9 1.4.1. RAID 0...14 3.1.2. RAID 3 and RAID 3+Spare...16 3.1.5. LED Status Indicators...26 4.2. Installing New Firmware ...28 5. Contacting Customer Support 29 5.1. Minimum System Requirements...5 1.2. Setting Up Your LaCie 4big...Warranty Information 31 Introduction...4 1.1. RAID 5 and RAID 5+Spare...17 3.2. Other Troubleshooting Topics...28 4.3. LaCie Technical Support Contacts...30 6. Turn On the...
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...trademarks mentioned in a particular installation. No part of this manual are registered trademarks of their respective owners. Trademarks Apple, Mac, and Macintosh are the property of Apple Inc. FCC Statement LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class Tested to comply with FCC standards for home or... accordance with Part 15 of Microsoft Corporation. This equipment generates, uses and can be disposed of such revisions and changes. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by handing it over to a designed collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic...
...trademarks mentioned in a particular installation. No part of this manual are registered trademarks of their respective owners. Trademarks Apple, Mac, and Macintosh are the property of Apple Inc. FCC Statement LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class Tested to comply with FCC standards for home or... accordance with Part 15 of Microsoft Corporation. This equipment generates, uses and can be disposed of such revisions and changes. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by handing it over to a designed collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic...
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... shock, fire, short-circuiting or dangerous emissions. Dust can affect the operation and stability of your LaCie 4big. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Foreword page 3 Health and Safety Precautions ✦✦ Only qualified persons are authorized to carry out...INFO: Any loss, corruption or destruction of data while using a LaCie drive is a risk of this manual. ✦✦ Protect your external hard disk, for instance, and a second copy either on the LaCie 4big, as televisions, radios or speakers. Doing so increases the risk of...
... shock, fire, short-circuiting or dangerous emissions. Dust can affect the operation and stability of your LaCie 4big. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Foreword page 3 Health and Safety Precautions ✦✦ Only qualified persons are authorized to carry out...INFO: Any loss, corruption or destruction of data while using a LaCie drive is a risk of this manual. ✦✦ Protect your external hard disk, for instance, and a second copy either on the LaCie 4big, as televisions, radios or speakers. Doing so increases the risk of...
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LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1. Its convenient 128-bit AES hardware encryption, easily configured using the LaCie Desktop Manager, makes the 4big a secure vault for maximum security and performance. Please note that your Enterprise Class product will receive the highest priority from our Technical Support team. Introduction ...
LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1. Its convenient 128-bit AES hardware encryption, easily configured using the LaCie Desktop Manager, makes the 4big a secure vault for maximum security and performance. Please note that your Enterprise Class product will receive the highest priority from our Technical Support team. Introduction ...
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...*, Windows and/or USB 2.0 Vista, or Windows 7 The latest versions eSATA**, FireWire Minimum of 600MB of connection cards. For details, see section 3.4.1. LaCie offers a wide selection of Apple OS 10.4.x, 400, FireWire 800, recommended 10.5.x, or 10.6.x and/or USB 2.0 * Windows XP 32-bit will ..., so you may need to purchase a connection card (such as PCI or PCIE) to be able to connect your LaCie 4big via the eSATA interface. Visit the LaCie website at www.lacie.com/accessories. Introduction page 5 LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1.1.
...*, Windows and/or USB 2.0 Vista, or Windows 7 The latest versions eSATA**, FireWire Minimum of 600MB of connection cards. For details, see section 3.4.1. LaCie offers a wide selection of Apple OS 10.4.x, 400, FireWire 800, recommended 10.5.x, or 10.6.x and/or USB 2.0 * Windows XP 32-bit will ..., so you may need to purchase a connection card (such as PCI or PCIE) to be able to connect your LaCie 4big via the eSATA interface. Visit the LaCie website at www.lacie.com/accessories. Introduction page 5 LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1.1.
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...lacie.com 712490 4big quadra ENTERPRISE CLASS eSATA 3Gbits | FireWire 800 | FireWire 400 | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1.2. LaCie Utilities CD-ROM 8. Hi-Speed USB 2.0 cable 3. External power supply 7. Introduction page 6 SATA SATA Storage Utilities Version 1.0 LaCie User Manuals Utilities & Backup Software © 2008 LaCie, all rights reserved. LaCie 4big ..., it must be returned in -1 RAID mode change and drive removal tool IMPORTANT INFO: Please save your packaging. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton Quick Install Guide
...lacie.com 712490 4big quadra ENTERPRISE CLASS eSATA 3Gbits | FireWire 800 | FireWire 400 | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1.2. LaCie Utilities CD-ROM 8. Hi-Speed USB 2.0 cable 3. External power supply 7. Introduction page 6 SATA SATA Storage Utilities Version 1.0 LaCie User Manuals Utilities & Backup Software © 2008 LaCie, all rights reserved. LaCie 4big ..., it must be returned in -1 RAID mode change and drive removal tool IMPORTANT INFO: Please save your packaging. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton Quick Install Guide
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LED Status Indicators for more information. See the LaCie Desktop Manager User Manual on the front of the LaCie 4big serves as a LED drive status indicator and the LaCie Shortcut Button. Introduction page 7 Fig. 01 Views of the Drive Front View The blue button on the CD-ROM for more information. See troubleshooting section 4.1. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1.3.
LED Status Indicators for more information. See the LaCie Desktop Manager User Manual on the front of the LaCie 4big serves as a LED drive status indicator and the LaCie Shortcut Button. Introduction page 7 Fig. 01 Views of the Drive Front View The blue button on the CD-ROM for more information. See troubleshooting section 4.1. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1.3.
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... Storage Humidity: 10 - 90%, non-condensing on /auto/off Power input connection 3. Drive tray handle 9. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Introduction page 8 Rear View 1. Drive status LED CAUTION: To avoid overheating, the LaCie 4big should be installed in a well-ventilated area and in such a way as to maintain sufficient...
... Storage Humidity: 10 - 90%, non-condensing on /auto/off Power input connection 3. Drive tray handle 9. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Introduction page 8 Rear View 1. Drive status LED CAUTION: To avoid overheating, the LaCie 4big should be installed in a well-ventilated area and in such a way as to maintain sufficient...
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...transfer performance when connected to a USB port, but drive performance will be connected on a single bus. Included USB Cable Your LaCie drive is ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications, such as IEEE 1394, is a high-speed serial input/output technology for connecting peripheral...support high speed devices such as hard drives, CD/DVD drives and digital cameras. FireWire 800 Cable Ends LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Introduction page 9 1.4. Cables and Connectors 1.4.1. USB 2.0 USB is a serial input/output technology for connecting ...
...transfer performance when connected to a USB port, but drive performance will be connected on a single bus. Included USB Cable Your LaCie drive is ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications, such as IEEE 1394, is a high-speed serial input/output technology for connecting peripheral...support high speed devices such as hard drives, CD/DVD drives and digital cameras. FireWire 800 Cable Ends LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Introduction page 9 1.4. Cables and Connectors 1.4.1. USB 2.0 USB is a serial input/output technology for connecting ...
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.... S-ATA eSATA Benefits ✦✦ eSATA interface can achieve up to 3 Gb/s transfer rate. ✦✦ Plug orientation - LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Introduction page 10 1.4.3. eSATA Your LaCie 4big Quadra uses the latest in size to prevent the use of up to 3 Gb/s. eSATA technology was originally developed to...
.... S-ATA eSATA Benefits ✦✦ eSATA interface can achieve up to 3 Gb/s transfer rate. ✦✦ Plug orientation - LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Introduction page 10 1.4.3. eSATA Your LaCie 4big Quadra uses the latest in size to prevent the use of up to 3 Gb/s. eSATA technology was originally developed to...
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... will not be possible in the unlikely event of your LaCie 4big Enterprise Class. Follow the steps below to set up encryption, install the LaCie Desktop Manager and refer that application's user manual. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 2. Setting Up Your LaCie 4big This section covers the installation and configuration of disk or...
... will not be possible in the unlikely event of your LaCie 4big Enterprise Class. Follow the steps below to set up encryption, install the LaCie Desktop Manager and refer that application's user manual. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 2. Setting Up Your LaCie 4big This section covers the installation and configuration of disk or...
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TECHNICAL NOTE: If two interfaces are connected at the same time, the first one end of the cable to the matching port on the 4big. eSATA USB 2.0 FireWire 400 FireWire 800 on your host computer. 2. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 2.1. Connect the other end of the interface cable (USB, FireWire or eSATA) into the corresponding port on auto off Setup page 12 Plug one connected remains active and the second will not work. Connect the Interface Cable 1.
TECHNICAL NOTE: If two interfaces are connected at the same time, the first one end of the cable to the matching port on the 4big. eSATA USB 2.0 FireWire 400 FireWire 800 on your host computer. 2. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 2.1. Connect the other end of the interface cable (USB, FireWire or eSATA) into the corresponding port on auto off Setup page 12 Plug one connected remains active and the second will not work. Connect the Interface Cable 1.
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LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by LaCie will void your specific LaCie device. Turn On the 4big The power supply kit is composed of the drive to the LaCie drive; Turn on the drive by moving the power switch on the back of two cables: one cable (A) connects ...another LaCie device or another manufacturer. Always remove the AC adapter before transporting your LaCie drive when in damage to a surge protector or wall outlet. 4. CAUTION: Only use a power supply from the use your LaCie drive. To be different from the one authorized by Neil Poulton User Manual Setup...
LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by LaCie will void your specific LaCie device. Turn On the 4big The power supply kit is composed of the drive to the LaCie drive; Turn on the drive by moving the power switch on the back of two cables: one cable (A) connects ...another LaCie device or another manufacturer. Always remove the AC adapter before transporting your LaCie drive when in damage to a surge protector or wall outlet. 4. CAUTION: Only use a power supply from the use your LaCie drive. To be different from the one authorized by Neil Poulton User Manual Setup...
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...speed and capacity. Requiring at least 2 drives, RAID 0 stripes data onto each disk are added together so that one physical disk in some LaCie devices), is selected) Speed 3.1.1. RAID 0 RAID 0 (also called FAST mode in the array fails, the data of all disks becomes ... Video editors working with very large files may use RAID 0 when editing multiple streams of each disk (Fig. 07). LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual RAID page 14 3. About RAID Modes This section will take effect if 7 is the fastest RAID mode. RAID 3.1. A...
...speed and capacity. Requiring at least 2 drives, RAID 0 stripes data onto each disk are added together so that one physical disk in some LaCie devices), is selected) Speed 3.1.1. RAID 0 RAID 0 (also called FAST mode in the array fails, the data of all disks becomes ... Video editors working with very large files may use RAID 0 when editing multiple streams of each disk (Fig. 07). LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual RAID page 14 3. About RAID Modes This section will take effect if 7 is the fastest RAID mode. RAID 3.1. A...
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... working disk in an array with no performance advantage or added measure of data safety. Offers the maximum possible capacity by Neil Poulton User Manual RAID page 15 3.1.2. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by combining the capacities of several drives into one large volume. RAID 10 RAID 10 (also called RAID 1+0) is...
... working disk in an array with no performance advantage or added measure of data safety. Offers the maximum possible capacity by Neil Poulton User Manual RAID page 15 3.1.2. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by combining the capacities of several drives into one large volume. RAID 10 RAID 10 (also called RAID 1+0) is...
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...Fig. 11). RAID 3 and RAID 3+Spare RAID 3 uses byte-level striping with nonsequential files because random read , such as possible. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by the dedicated parity disk In RAID 3+Spare disk failure does not require immediate attention because the system rebuilds ...itself using the hot spare, but the failed disk should be lost. RAID 3 is hampered by Neil Poulton User Manual RAID page 16 3.1.4. Applications RAID 3 provides good data safety for environments where long, sequential files are being read performance is useful...
...Fig. 11). RAID 3 and RAID 3+Spare RAID 3 uses byte-level striping with nonsequential files because random read , such as possible. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by the dedicated parity disk In RAID 3+Spare disk failure does not require immediate attention because the system rebuilds ...itself using the hot spare, but the failed disk should be lost. RAID 3 is hampered by Neil Poulton User Manual RAID page 16 3.1.4. Applications RAID 3 provides good data safety for environments where long, sequential files are being read performance is useful...
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... RAID 5+Spare, one physical disk fails, the data from parity blocks. Applications RAID 5 combines data safety with a minimum of disk space. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual RAID page 17 3.1.5. In RAID 5+Spare disk failure does not require immediate attention because the system rebuilds itself using the hot...
... RAID 5+Spare, one physical disk fails, the data from parity blocks. Applications RAID 5 combines data safety with a minimum of disk space. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual RAID page 17 3.1.5. In RAID 5+Spare disk failure does not require immediate attention because the system rebuilds itself using the hot...
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... mode, turn ON the 4big (do not select "AUTO") and simultaneously press the front LED button for 15 seconds. NOTE: 0=RAID 0, 1=RAID 10, 2=Concatenation, 3=RAID 3, 4=RAID 3+Spare, 5=RAID 5, 6=RAID 5+Spare, 7=N/A. Validate the mode by Neil Poulton User Manual RAID page 18 3.2. auto... computer, disconnect the interface cable and switch off Fig. 14 Connect the 4big's interface cable. To change the RAID mode of the LaCie 4big, familiarize yourself with the 4big's RAID modes. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by pushing the frontoLnED button. on the drives...
... mode, turn ON the 4big (do not select "AUTO") and simultaneously press the front LED button for 15 seconds. NOTE: 0=RAID 0, 1=RAID 10, 2=Concatenation, 3=RAID 3, 4=RAID 3+Spare, 5=RAID 5, 6=RAID 5+Spare, 7=N/A. Validate the mode by Neil Poulton User Manual RAID page 18 3.2. auto... computer, disconnect the interface cable and switch off Fig. 14 Connect the 4big's interface cable. To change the RAID mode of the LaCie 4big, familiarize yourself with the 4big's RAID modes. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by pushing the frontoLnED button. on the drives...
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...LaCie 4big, drives may be locked. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by LaCie. Use caution when removing. Draw out the drive tray by LaCie. If the 4big is in -1 tool to 6 hours. In Auto mode, if the 4big is not connected or if the computer is flush with a drive not provided by Neil Poulton User Manual...the way in and you feel resistance, press the drive tray handle firmly until the grooves are shipped pre-installed in the LaCie 4big Enterprise Class, please contact your finger into place and the drive tray handle is off and unplug it. Please replace a...
...LaCie 4big, drives may be locked. LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by LaCie. Use caution when removing. Draw out the drive tray by LaCie. If the 4big is in -1 tool to 6 hours. In Auto mode, if the 4big is not connected or if the computer is flush with a drive not provided by Neil Poulton User Manual...the way in and you feel resistance, press the drive tray handle firmly until the grooves are shipped pre-installed in the LaCie 4big Enterprise Class, please contact your finger into place and the drive tray handle is off and unplug it. Please replace a...