The 500GB Gigabit Ethernet Disk mini from LaCie is a high-capacity drive with an interface that allows it to be connected to your network via Gigabit Ethernet or USB 2.0.
When connected via Ethernet the drive has a variety of security options that lets you control the data that users can access. Connect the drive via USB 2.0 and it acts just like any other external hard drive, giving you extreme flexibility in how it is used. The drive also features an additional USB 2.0 port for storage expansion and sharing.
Regardless of how you plan to integrate it into your workspace, the drive is an excellent solution for video editing, high-resolution imaging, data backup or general storage.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 500GB |
| Drive Speed | 7200rpm |
| Buffer | 16MB |
| Processor | 400MHz |
| Memory | 64MB SDRAM |
| Average Seek Time | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Sustained Transfer Rate |
Using SMB: 20MB/sec (read), 11MB/sec (write) Using SMB with Jumbo Frame: 44MB/sec (read), 23MB/sec (write) |
| Input/Output Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Interface |
1x RJ-45 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet 1x USB 2.0 |
| Ports | 1x USB 2.0 for expansion |
| Drivers | |
|---|---|
| Supported | Not Required |
| Included | Not Required |
| System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Mac |
Computer: G4 PowerMac Operating System: Mac OS 9.x; Mac OS X 10.2 |
| Windows |
Computer: Pentium II 233MHz Operating System: Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP SP1/SP2, Vista; Linux 2.4 |
| Hardware | Ethernet Card or USB 2.0 port |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Mounting Orientation | Desktop |
| Power Requirements | AC: 110-240VAC |
| Environmental Requirements |
Operating Temperature: 41-95°F (5-35°C) Humidity: 5-80%, non-condensing Storage Temperature: 41-95°F (5-35°C) Humidity: 10-90%, non-condensing |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 1.7 x 6.3 x 6.8" (4.4 x 16 x 17.3cm) |
| Weight | 3.3 lb (1.5kg) |
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Comments about LaCie 500GB Gigabit Ethernet Disk mini:
I tried to make it work with Mac OSX 10.5.6 Time machine but
failed. The technical support from LaCie cannot help to resolve the problem. It seems to be a known problem that Time Machine doesn't support network drive other then Time Capsule. Otherwise it is good network drive at this price range.
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