Datasheet
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...) • Plug & play • LaCie Desktop Manager • Advanced backup software Box Content • LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class • eSATA-to-eSATA (3Gb/s) cable with 24k gold-plated contacts • USB 2.0 cable with 24k gold-plated contacts (compatible with USB 1.1) • FireWire 400 to FireWire 400... (6-to-6 pin) cable with 24k gold-plated contacts • FireWire 800 to FireWire 800 (9-to-9 pin) cable with 24k gold-plated contacts • Quick Install Guide • LaCie Utilities and User Manual • LaCie Desktop ...
...) • Plug & play • LaCie Desktop Manager • Advanced backup software Box Content • LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class • eSATA-to-eSATA (3Gb/s) cable with 24k gold-plated contacts • USB 2.0 cable with 24k gold-plated contacts (compatible with USB 1.1) • FireWire 400 to FireWire 400... (6-to-6 pin) cable with 24k gold-plated contacts • FireWire 800 to FireWire 800 (9-to-9 pin) cable with 24k gold-plated contacts • Quick Install Guide • LaCie Utilities and User Manual • LaCie Desktop ...
User Manual
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...USB 2.0...10 1.5.2. Setting Up Your LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class 12 2.1. File System Formats...15 2.3.2. Troubleshooting...20 3.1. Contacting Customer Support 22 4.1. Warranty Information 24 FireWire...10 1.5.3. Views of Contents 1. Turn On the d2...14 2.3. Installing New Firmware ...21 4. LaCie... Cable...13 2.2. Windows Users...17 2.3.3. eSATA...11 2. Formatting and Partitioning...15 2.3.1. LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Table of Contents page 1 Table of the Drive...7 1.4. Mac Users...19 3. Troubleshooting...
...USB 2.0...10 1.5.2. Setting Up Your LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class 12 2.1. File System Formats...15 2.3.2. Troubleshooting...20 3.1. Contacting Customer Support 22 4.1. Warranty Information 24 FireWire...10 1.5.3. Views of Contents 1. Turn On the d2...14 2.3. Installing New Firmware ...21 4. LaCie... Cable...13 2.2. Windows Users...17 2.3.3. eSATA...11 2. Formatting and Partitioning...15 2.3.1. LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Table of Contents page 1 Table of the Drive...7 1.4. Mac Users...19 3. Troubleshooting...
User Manual
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... come from the factory with capacity greater than 2TB. For details, see section 2.3.1. LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1.1. 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 will not recognize logical volumes with eSATA ports, so you may...
... come from the factory with capacity greater than 2TB. For details, see section 2.3.1. LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1.1. 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 will not recognize logical volumes with eSATA ports, so you may...
User Manual
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... SATA Storage Utilities Version 1.0 LaCie User Manuals Utilities & Backup Software © 2008 LaCie, all rights reserved. Hi-Speed USB 2.0 cable 3. Box Content Your LaCie d2 package contains the system tower and an accessories box containing the items listed below. 1. LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton Quick Install Guide www.lacie.com 712490 d2 Quadra ENTERPRISE CLASS eSATA 3Gb...
... SATA Storage Utilities Version 1.0 LaCie User Manuals Utilities & Backup Software © 2008 LaCie, all rights reserved. Hi-Speed USB 2.0 cable 3. Box Content Your LaCie d2 package contains the system tower and an accessories box containing the items listed below. 1. LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton Quick Install Guide www.lacie.com 712490 d2 Quadra ENTERPRISE CLASS eSATA 3Gb...
User Manual
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... - 95° F) Operation Humidity: 20 - 80%, non-condensing Storage Humidity: 10 - 90%, non-condensing Introduction page 8 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port 4. FireWire 800 ports 5. FireWire 400 port 6. eSATA 3Gb/s port 3. Also ensure that the Ventilation Fan is not obstructed. LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Rear View 1. Power input connection 2.
... - 95° F) Operation Humidity: 20 - 80%, non-condensing Storage Humidity: 10 - 90%, non-condensing Introduction page 8 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port 4. FireWire 800 ports 5. FireWire 400 port 6. eSATA 3Gb/s port 3. Also ensure that the Ventilation Fan is not obstructed. LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Rear View 1. Power input connection 2.
User Manual
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... or removing devices. Fig. 03 - FireWire 800 Cable Ends LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Introduction page 10 1.5. FireWire supports real-time data delivery. ✦✦ Flexible: up to USB 1.1 transfer rates. 1.5.2. The cable will also work when connected to a USB port, but drive performance will be limited to 63...
... or removing devices. Fig. 03 - FireWire 800 Cable Ends LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Introduction page 10 1.5. FireWire supports real-time data delivery. ✦✦ Flexible: up to USB 1.1 transfer rates. 1.5.2. The cable will also work when connected to a USB port, but drive performance will be limited to 63...
User Manual
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Connect the other end of the interface cable (USB, FireWire or eSATA) into the corresponding port on the d2. LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 2.1. Plug one connected remains active and the second will not work. eSATA USB 2.0 FireWire 400 FireWire 800 Setup page 13 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 your host computer. 2.
Connect the other end of the interface cable (USB, FireWire or eSATA) into the corresponding port on the d2. LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 2.1. Plug one connected remains active and the second will not work. eSATA USB 2.0 FireWire 400 FireWire 800 Setup page 13 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 your host computer. 2.
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...cable connection. Replacement power supply cords are connected to run the LaCie Desktop Manager software. ✦✦ Make sure your product is not recognized by Neil Poulton User Manual Troubleshooting page 21 3.2. The d2 is no icon for more information. ✦✦ Make sure ... support. If so, you will need to the same port or hub, disconnect the other USB, eSATA or FireWire devices are available for compatibility with the d2 Quadra. See section 1.1. LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by the computer. If the drive is still not recognized, restart ...
...cable connection. Replacement power supply cords are connected to run the LaCie Desktop Manager software. ✦✦ Make sure your product is not recognized by Neil Poulton User Manual Troubleshooting page 21 3.2. The d2 is no icon for more information. ✦✦ Make sure ... support. If so, you will need to the same port or hub, disconnect the other USB, eSATA or FireWire devices are available for compatibility with the d2 Quadra. See section 1.1. LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class • Design by the computer. If the drive is still not recognized, restart ...
Quick Install Guide
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register for free technical support at www.lacie.com/register Box Content LaCie d2 Quadra with Enterprise-class disk eSATA (3Gb/s) cable FireWire 800 (9:9 pin) cable FireWire 400 (6:6 pin) cable Hi-Speed USB 2.0 cable Power supply kit LaCie CD-ROM (with detailed user manuals and software, including LaCie Desktop Manager) Protect your investment -
register for free technical support at www.lacie.com/register Box Content LaCie d2 Quadra with Enterprise-class disk eSATA (3Gb/s) cable FireWire 800 (9:9 pin) cable FireWire 400 (6:6 pin) cable Hi-Speed USB 2.0 cable Power supply kit LaCie CD-ROM (with detailed user manuals and software, including LaCie Desktop Manager) Protect your investment -
Quick Install Guide
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... moving the power switch to On or Auto (drive powers on the LaCie CD-ROM for formatting information. 4. Refer to the detailed User Manual located on / hibernates automatically). Back up data before using the d2 Quadra Enterprise. CAUTION: The encryption process requires the drive to be reformatted,... on your computer and to the drive. Install the LaCie Desktop Manager software from the CD-ROM in order to configure encryption and the Shortcut button. Power Switch Setup Steps 1. Connect the power supply. 2. Connect the USB, FireWire or eSATA cable to your desktop (Mac).
... moving the power switch to On or Auto (drive powers on the LaCie CD-ROM for formatting information. 4. Refer to the detailed User Manual located on / hibernates automatically). Back up data before using the d2 Quadra Enterprise. CAUTION: The encryption process requires the drive to be reformatted,... on your computer and to the drive. Install the LaCie Desktop Manager software from the CD-ROM in order to configure encryption and the Shortcut button. Power Switch Setup Steps 1. Connect the power supply. 2. Connect the USB, FireWire or eSATA cable to your desktop (Mac).
User Guide
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LaCie d2 Quadra • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Table of Contents page 1 Table of the d2 Quadra...7 1.4. Views of Contents Health and Safety Precautions 3 General Use Precautions 3 1. USB Cables and Connectors...9 1.4.3. Finding the File System Format...28 3.2. Formatting for Mac Users...33 4. Troubleshooting 34 Mac Troubleshooting...34 Windows Troubleshooting...36 5. Contacting Customer Support ...
LaCie d2 Quadra • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual Table of Contents page 1 Table of the d2 Quadra...7 1.4. Views of Contents Health and Safety Precautions 3 General Use Precautions 3 1. USB Cables and Connectors...9 1.4.3. Finding the File System Format...28 3.2. Formatting for Mac Users...33 4. Troubleshooting 34 Mac Troubleshooting...34 Windows Troubleshooting...36 5. Contacting Customer Support ...
User Guide
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...by Neil Poulton User Manual 1. Engineered to fit seamlessly in to almost any computer and can leave the d2 Quadra for better thermal regulation and longer life. With its four interfaces, the d2 Quadra is ideally suited for purchasing the new LaCie d2 Quadra with peripherals or ... video cameras directly to the drive ✦✦ Connects to any work environment, the LaCie d2 Quadra can be daisy-chained with quadruple Interface. Introduction page 4 d2 Quadra Capabilities ✦✦ USB 2.0, FireWire 400, FireWire 800 and eSATA ✦✦ Throughput of DV and SD...
...by Neil Poulton User Manual 1. Engineered to fit seamlessly in to almost any computer and can leave the d2 Quadra for better thermal regulation and longer life. With its four interfaces, the d2 Quadra is ideally suited for purchasing the new LaCie d2 Quadra with peripherals or ... video cameras directly to the drive ✦✦ Connects to any work environment, the LaCie d2 Quadra can be daisy-chained with quadruple Interface. Introduction page 4 d2 Quadra Capabilities ✦✦ USB 2.0, FireWire 400, FireWire 800 and eSATA ✦✦ Throughput of DV and SD...
User Guide
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Introduction page 5 1 2 3 4 SATA SATA 5 6 d2 quadra eSATA, FireWire 800, FireWire 400 & USB 2.0 7 Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1.1. IMPORTANT INFO: Please save your packaging. LaCie d2 Quadra • Design by Neil Poulton Quick Install Guide In the event that ... listed below: ➀➀ LaCie d2 Quadra ➁➁ FireWire800 cable ➂➂ FireWire 400 cable ➃➃ USB cable ➄➄ eSATA cable ➅➅ External power supply ➆➆ Quick Install Guide NOTE: The User Manual and software utilities are pre-loaded ...
Introduction page 5 1 2 3 4 SATA SATA 5 6 d2 quadra eSATA, FireWire 800, FireWire 400 & USB 2.0 7 Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1.1. IMPORTANT INFO: Please save your packaging. LaCie d2 Quadra • Design by Neil Poulton Quick Install Guide In the event that ... listed below: ➀➀ LaCie d2 Quadra ➁➁ FireWire800 cable ➂➂ FireWire 400 cable ➃➃ USB cable ➄➄ eSATA cable ➅➅ External power supply ➆➆ Quick Install Guide NOTE: The User Manual and software utilities are pre-loaded ...
User Guide
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...; Available eSATA*, USB 2.0, FireWire 400 or FireWire 800* interface port * Most computers do not come from the factory with FireWire 800 or eSATA ports, so you may need to purchase a PCI, PCI-X or PCI-Express card to be able to connect your d2 Quadra via these interfaces. LaCie d2 Quadra • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1.2.
...; Available eSATA*, USB 2.0, FireWire 400 or FireWire 800* interface port * Most computers do not come from the factory with FireWire 800 or eSATA ports, so you may need to purchase a PCI, PCI-X or PCI-Express card to be able to connect your d2 Quadra via these interfaces. LaCie d2 Quadra • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1.2.
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...USB 2.0 port 1 ➄➄ eSATA port ➅➅ Power input connection 2 ➆➆ Lock slot (used to connect an anti-theft chain lock, such as a 3 Kensington security lock*, for more information). Views of the d2 Quadra Front View Shortcut Button with Activity LED Push the Shortcut Button to indicate drive activity. LaCie d2 Quadra... • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1.3.
...USB 2.0 port 1 ➄➄ eSATA port ➅➅ Power input connection 2 ➆➆ Lock slot (used to connect an anti-theft chain lock, such as a 3 Kensington security lock*, for more information). Views of the d2 Quadra Front View Shortcut Button with Activity LED Push the Shortcut Button to indicate drive activity. LaCie d2 Quadra... • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1.3.
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... performance will be limited to support high speed devices such as hard drives, CD/DVD drives and digital cameras. LaCie d2 Quadra • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1.4.2. Hi-Speed USB 2.0 is shipped with the original USB specifications. ✦✦ Hot-swappable: no need to shut down or restart your computer when adding or removing...
... performance will be limited to support high speed devices such as hard drives, CD/DVD drives and digital cameras. LaCie d2 Quadra • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 1.4.2. Hi-Speed USB 2.0 is shipped with the original USB specifications. ✦✦ Hot-swappable: no need to shut down or restart your computer when adding or removing...
User Guide
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...connect the power supply before connecting the interface cable to the matching port on the LaCie hard disk (Fig. 2.2). 3. LaCie d2 Quadra • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 2.2. After a few seconds, a small LaCie parition will mount on your computer and appear in My Computer (Windows users) or ...your computer. 2. LaCie Setup Assistant. To connect the interface cable: 1. Connect one end of the interface cable to ensure that the volume mounts correctly on your desktop (Mac users). 4. Proceed to your computer. Connect the other end of the interface cable (USB, FireWire 400, ...
...connect the power supply before connecting the interface cable to the matching port on the LaCie hard disk (Fig. 2.2). 3. LaCie d2 Quadra • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 2.2. After a few seconds, a small LaCie parition will mount on your computer and appear in My Computer (Windows users) or ...your computer. 2. LaCie Setup Assistant. To connect the interface cable: 1. Connect one end of the interface cable to ensure that the volume mounts correctly on your desktop (Mac users). 4. Proceed to your computer. Connect the other end of the interface cable (USB, FireWire 400, ...
User Guide
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... a digital video camera directly to the computer via the Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interface. Connect your FireWire peripheral. The digital camera should now appear under My Computer (Windows users) or on your LaCie d2 Quadra's power supply and host computer interface by Neil Poulton User Manual 2.6. TECHNICAL NOTE: When you must be limited to 2.3. 2. b. To daisy...
... a digital video camera directly to the computer via the Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interface. Connect your FireWire peripheral. The digital camera should now appear under My Computer (Windows users) or on your LaCie d2 Quadra's power supply and host computer interface by Neil Poulton User Manual 2.6. TECHNICAL NOTE: When you must be limited to 2.3. 2. b. To daisy...
User Guide
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... be disconnected. 2.8. To prevent failures, however, it should say, "Safely remove..."). LaCie d2 Quadra • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 2.7. Getting Connected page 26 Windows Users 1. Switching Interfaces FireWire, eSATA and USB external devices feature "plug & play " connectivity, which means that your LaCie hard disk. See section 2.7. It is important to unmount or safely disconnect...
... be disconnected. 2.8. To prevent failures, however, it should say, "Safely remove..."). LaCie d2 Quadra • Design by Neil Poulton User Manual 2.7. Getting Connected page 26 Windows Users 1. Switching Interfaces FireWire, eSATA and USB external devices feature "plug & play " connectivity, which means that your LaCie hard disk. See section 2.7. It is important to unmount or safely disconnect...
User Guide
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... help . Have the USB, eSATA or FireWire drivers been installed correctly and enabled? If the drive does not appear, follow the correct installation steps for details). Check both ends of the user manual. Open Apple System Profiler and click on ? Connecting the Interface Cable. Contact LaCie Technical Support for more information. LaCie d2 Quadra • Design...
... help . Have the USB, eSATA or FireWire drivers been installed correctly and enabled? If the drive does not appear, follow the correct installation steps for details). Check both ends of the user manual. Open Apple System Profiler and click on ? Connecting the Interface Cable. Contact LaCie Technical Support for more information. LaCie d2 Quadra • Design...