LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive
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The 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive from LaCie allows you to take your data on the road and off-road. It features a durable, rubberized bumper and scratch-proof exterior. Built to military specifications, you can be sure that the drive is protected from damage that can occur during daily use.
The drive connects to your computer via USB 2.0, FireWire-400, or FireWire-800. Backup software for Mac and Windows is included, as well as 1 year of access to LaCie's online service.
- Rugged enclosure with rubber shock absorber is shock proof up to 7.2' (2.2 m), meeting the stringent MIL standards
- FireWire-800 supports bus transfer speeds of up to 100MB/sec
- Bus-powered for true portability
- Connects via FireWire-800, FireWire-400, or USB 2.0
- Plug & play design
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 500GB |
| Interface |
1x 9-Pin FireWire-800 1x 6-Pin FireWire-400 1x USB 2.0 |
| Drive Speed | 7200rpm |
| Buffer | ≥ 8MB |
| Average Seek Time | < 12ms |
| Sustained Data Transfer Rate |
FireWire-800: 57MB/sec FireWire-400: 40MB/sec USB 2.0: 36MB/sec |
| Drivers | |
|---|---|
| Supported | Required for Mac OS 9.x, Mac OS X 10.x, Windows 98SE, Windows Me |
| Included | Included for Mac OS 9.x, Mac OS X 10.x, Windows 98SE, Windows Me |
| System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Mac |
Computer: G3, G4, G5 or Intel CPU Operating System: Mac OS 9.x, Mac OS X 10.x |
| Windows |
Computer: Intel Pentium II 350MHz Operating System: Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP |
| Hardware |
Memory: 128MB FireWire-800, FireWire-400, or USB 2.0 port |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Mounting | Portable |
| Power Requirements | Bus-powered |
| Environmental Requirements | Operating Temperature: 41-95°F (5-35°C) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 3.5 x 1 x 5.7" (9 x 2.5 x 14.5cm) |
| Weight | 0.55 lb (0.25kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 110 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
98%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (91)
- Easy to set up (79)
- Quiet (77)
- Large capacity / good size (67)
- Attractive (65)
Cons
- No power switch (7)
Best Uses
- Back-up (73)
- Video (63)
- Additional storage (62)
- Photo storage (62)
- File transfer (56)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Power user (74), Casual user (23), Quality oriented (5)
- Primary use:
- Business (54), Personal (54)
- Computer Platform:
- Mac (13)
Most Liked Positive Review
So far so good
I am using this drive as a back-up drive interfacing with Time Machine on my MacBook Pro.
I am really impressed by the amount of memory that can be packed into a smal...Read complete review
I am using this drive as a back-up drive interfacing with Time Machine on my MacBook Pro.
I am really impressed by the amount of memory that can be packed into a small package these days. This drive is tiny compared to my old external hard drive and has three times as much memory. Awesome.
Rugged construction is definitely a key feature for a drive that will be traveling with me.
Triple interface is really key for me because I do video work and want fast transfer speeds to avoid errors.
Powering off of the computer that it is plugged into is great for simplicity, though I would like the option of having the drive plug into the wall as well.
Of course the ultimate feature, is the ability to store information and not fail. Only time will tell if I bought a drive with or without a manufacturing defect of some sort. Seems to me that basically any drive is a gamble at this point. Most of them will be fine, some will have defects and will fail and you lose everything on the drive. I decided to go with this particular drive because it has a good reputation and hopefully this specific unit ends up being fine.
So far, everything about it is great and I would absolutely recommend it.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Stopped working[...]
Bought the most "RUGGED" drive out there for dumping footage from my P2 cards while on location shoots. Worked fine about 9 months. [...] So I voided the warranty ...Read complete review
Bought the most "RUGGED" drive out there for dumping footage from my P2 cards while on location shoots. Worked fine about 9 months. [...] So I voided the warranty to access the internal drive to get to my "lost" files" which I'd lose a full days pay reshooting. The internal drive works fine on my own internal hook ups via usb2 to my mac pro. Turns out the drive connection to the I/O ports was lose. Thought I had fixed it [...] So I'm going to to remove the internal drive and buy another enclosure and toss the all so "rugged" case.For those interested...when they say rugged, its about six 1/8inch rubber cubes around the drive. Real rugged!! ha what a joke.
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
- Quiet
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
We are in the process of upgrading the OSs on our PCs and Macs. This portable HD has plenty of storage capacity, especially with Mac OS that are very large.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- Portable
- Quiet
- Triple interface
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
Over the years, I've had two drives go bad after an accidental drop. The LaCie Rugged is a great idea to help safeguard against this type of thing. I haven't actually dropped the drive, and and have no plans to test it in that manner. For the most part, I'm happy with the drive, it's attractive, feels very solid and well built. The only downside to the drive I've noticed is that the thing runs hot at times, especially if I leave it plugged into my mac G4 tower when I'm not using it (might be a problem with my machine) - so I try to unplug it when not in use. What I've noticed is that when it is hot, it's best to unplug it and let it cool down. I've also experienced the drive, when hot, will give me an error when writing files to the drive. Once the drive cools down, I can write the files without any problem. I purchased this drive to store files so I can use them both at home and work. As long as I don't leave the drive plugged in all the time, it works just fine.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
- Quiet
Cons
- Silly looking
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Audio
- File Transfer
- Video
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
use it for audio files.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- File Transfer
- Video
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
We work in the jungle and these are tough as nails. We store sound bites and video on them without trouble.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
Ideal for sudents wishing to backup and store products for safe keeping. Interfaces with all computers and easy hook up.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Audio Production
- File Transfer
- Video
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
I use this ext drive for various mixing sessions at different locations.
Its easy to setup, having the triple interface makes it extremely versatile.
Because of its 7200RPM disks and FW800, accessing all my files takes no time at all.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
This product will be used for class video projects so the fire wire 800 really speeds up the transfer rate. It was simple to format and relatively fast on a mac. The included cables covers just about all possible needs you may have. The price was reasonable and I received my item the next day.
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
- No Power Switch
- Setup not LIon compatible
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
The product works well. Unfortunately, the setup software is not currently Lion (10.7) compatible, so I had to setup and format the product on a Snow Leopard machine.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Backup
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
Obviously its working for me!
I mostly use these drives to store video projects: dailies, selects, the entire FinalCut and ProTools folders, and final outputs.
They are super easy to use, plug and play.
And so far they have all held up well.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
This drive has been a good little work-horse. The only thing I can say is that I wish it came with an AC adapter. There are times I think you can do with a little more power.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy to install
- Good value
- Quiet
- SIMPLE TO USE
Cons
- No cons
Best Uses
- Great portable drive
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
Lacie rugged drive does exactly what I was expecting from it. It provides me with a reliable, and simple way to back up my files. It's also good looking, lightweight and sleek, and very portable.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Good value
- Rugged design
Cons
- No cons
Best Uses
- Backup
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
I am very pleased with this rugged drive. It's simple to use and provides me with a reliable backup and plenty of storage space.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- Excellent support
- Good value
- High Capacity
- High Quality
- Quiet
- Reliable
Cons
- No Power Switch
- Would like a little stand
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
I use this disk as a personal backup. it also contains my bootable clone.
I am using the disk with SUPERDUPER, iPARTITION & iDEFRAG. This is my second LaCie Disk. Because I have MACS at two different locations, I can now leave the big heavy Lacie Quadra2 at one location and travel to and use the much smaller and light weight Rugged 500 at the second.
Both drives, by the way are equipped with Firewire connections which I use in preference to USB 2.0. I have found that the LaCie products are of high quality, reliable and were available at comparatively low cost. Support from LaCie has been excellent.
I would recommend This unit and all of the LaCie units to all of you folks out there. BTW, I have no connection with either LaCie, The software people or B&H Photo other than as a pleased customer.
Am crafting a stand to position the unit vertically for better cooling. would be nice for LaCie to offer a small snap-together standbut not a serious con.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- All Cables Included
- Attractive Design
- SIMPLE TO USE
- Three connection options
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Great portable drive
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
I've been using this hard drive for video and photo editing. I chose it because it is durable, portable, has triple interface and attractive design. So far I'm very happy with this drive.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- High Capacity
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- Video
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
When on videotaping missions to different parts of the world, especially remote areas, these drives are just perfect to store our field footages to bring back. Dependable and versatile.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
Everything fine here. I have not droped it from a two storey building yet, but if I do I will come back here and tell the result.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy to use
- Quiet
- Rugged design
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Great portable drive
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
I'm very happy with this external drive. I haven't literally dropped it to test its ruggedness, but so far the drive has survived a bunch of shocks, which are inevitable when I travel. As far as I am concerned the drive has passed my reliability test. It's been more than a year since I bought it. I've been using it with a MacBook Pro and it's just fantastic. Easy, reliable. I will buy it again.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
- Rugged
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
Just got back from filming a wildlife documentary. Two drives worked fine in desert conditions, including the very bumpy road trip to get there.
Used these to review / edit DVCPRO-HD (100 mbps) footage on a 15-inch Macbook Pro without external power. Internal shock mounts meant one less problem to tackle.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- Three connection options
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Backup
- File Transfer
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
I've had several LaCie drives in the past and never had a problem with them. This Rugged drive is no exception. Nice design and performance, good choice of connection options, excellent build quality. What else can I ask for?
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Rugged design
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- Photo Storage
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:
I've bought my LaCie Rugged drive for storing family photos and video. 500GB of storage is more than enough for the amount of information I have. What I cared the most when choosing the drive was the safety of the data. In that respect this model is just perfect with its rugged design. Besides this drive is very functional, portable, and quite attractive.
- Primary use:
- Personal
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