LaCie 500GB Rugged USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive
The 500GB Rugged USB 3.0 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 3.0, and is compatible with USB 2.0 specifications. Backup software is included, as well as 1 year of access to LaCie's Wuala online service.
- Sustained Transfer speeds up to 110MB/sec
- Includes bus-powered cable for convenience and mobility
- Rugged design: drop resistant up to 7.2 feet (2.2 meters)
- Complete software bundle for easy formatting and backup
- 10GB Wuala secure online storage included for one year
- Design by Neil Poulton
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| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 500GB |
| Interface | 1x USB 3.0 (2.0 Compatible) |
| Drive Speed | 5400rpm |
| Buffer | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Average Seek Time | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Sustained Data Transfer Rate | 110MB/sec |
| System Requirements |
Computer with a USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 port High-speed Internet for online storage Windows XP, Vista, or 7; Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6 (USB 2.0 only) Available Disk Space: 600MB recommended |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Mounting | Portable |
| Power Requirements | Bus-powered |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 3.5 x 1 x 5.7" (9 x 2.5 x 14.5cm) |
| Weight | 0.53 lb (0.24kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 7 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (5)
- Attractive (4)
- Easy to setup (4)
- Large capacity / good size (3)
- Portable (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional storage (4)
- Back-up (4)
- Photo storage (4)
- Video (4)
- File transfer (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual user (4)
- Primary use:
- Personal (4)
- Computer Platform:
- Mac (3)
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Pros
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
Cons
Best Uses
- Multimedia
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive:
Has two that I use to back up my picture galleries.
However, it is annoying as it must use power from the additional USB connector.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy to Customize
- Easy to Navigate
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Documents
- Photos
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive:
Very easy to setup and use quickly. No problems yet. Love the rugged look and feel of this product. Good bang for the buck.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive:
We have used the 350GB version of this drive with students doing research on a Caribbean Island in Nicaragua for the last several years (pretty harsh conditions with the salt air). It has worked well. Solid construction, lots of space for dive pictures and videos, easy operation.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
- Quiet
Cons
- No Power Switch
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive:
This is my second LaCie Rugged; I've dropped one before with nothing bad happening, which is of course, fabulous. They are stylish and very portable and, as advertised, extremely rugged. Love LaCie!
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive:
Good hard drive, fast working with the usb 3.0
A great convenience to have a backup of all the files on my computer.
PLUS the steel/aluminum case gives me a little ease because the thing can be dropped and safe!
All together and all around good hard drive...
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Durable
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive:
In actuality I bought this to take it apart and use it to recover information from my old Macbook that drowned a few weeks ago. It served that purpose perfectly.
Beyond that, I have enjoyed the USB 3.0 speeds, and the durability of the rugged hard drive line. I have used a few of these before, and I have never had a problem and I've taken them backpacking, on airplanes, trains, African buses, and even ferries.
The only downside is that it only has the USB 3.0 port and with the release of apple's new thunderbolt port who knows how desirable 3.0 will be in the near future. Oh and without the multiple firewire ports you cant daisy-chain other HDs.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about LaCie 500GB Rugged USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive:
Finally I can store my entire iTune collection in one place and easily access it.
- Primary use:
- Personal
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What's in the Box
- USB 3.0 Cable (USB 2.0 Compatible)
- USB Power Sharing Cable
- User Manual
- LaCie Backup Assistant and Setup Assistant Software
- Quick Start Guide
- 2-Year Limited Warranty
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