LaCie 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0
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The 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0 is a cross-platform, high-capacity, high-performance external drive, well-suited to handle the backup and storage demands of creative professionals. Designed to work with either your Windows or Mac computer, this drive features a large capacity of 1TB, a 7200rpm disk speed, 32MB of onboard cache, and an impressive mix of three different interfaces. It has a blazing fast USB 3.0 port, an eSATA 3Gbps port, and two FireWire 800 ports.
Although Mac OS X typically doesn't support USB 3.0 connections, LaCie has created a driver that allows you to use this interface with your Mac (also requires a LaCie USB 3.0 card for your computer). Also with regard to Mac computers, the two FireWire 800 ports allow you to daisy-chain the drive. With the drive, you can transfer data at up to 130MB/s via USB 3.0, 115MB/s via eSATA, and 85MB/s via FireWire 800.
The drive also features a heat-sink design for heat dissipation as well as a programmable eco-management mode. It comes with Genie Backup Assistant and Intego Backup Assistant sfotware for backing up your data and restoring any data that you might have accidentally deleted. Whether you stack it with other d2 Quadra drives, mount it in a rack, or stand it upright, this drive is a versatile, exceptional backup and storage solution for the consumer or creative professional.
The Professional Choice for Performance and Reliability
- This drive is an excellent choice for creative professionals who need fast data transfer speeds and a large storage capacity. This drive features a 7200rpm disk speed as well as 1TB of storage. Plus, with the USB 3.0 interface, it can achieve data transfer speeds of up to 130MB/s
- The drive can also transfer data at a fast rate of 115MB/s via the eSATA interface and 85MB/s via the FireWire 800 interface
The Professional Choice for Cross-Platform Applications
- The d2 Quadra features a variety of interfaces that work with both Mac and Windows computers, including one USB 3.0 port, two FireWire 800 ports for daisy chaining, as well as an eSATA 3Gbps port. With all of its interfaces, the d2 Quadra has universal connectivity, so it is easy to back up and restore any workstation, no matter the configuration and interface
- Thanks to LaCie's USB 3.0 driver for Mac OS, the USB 3.0 port is compatible on Mac computers
- The USB 3.0 port is backwards compatible with USB 2.0 and the FireWire 800 ports are backwards compatible with FireWire 400
The Professional Choice for Design
- The unique, fanless aluminum heat sink design provides an increased surface area, keeping it quiet, safe, and free from dust inside
- The drive can also stand upright, be stacked horizontally with other drives, or even be rackmounted to save desktop space
- The drive is a superb solution for heavy storage users who want off-site backups and archives of any work environment
- For superior energy efficiency, this drive also has a programmable eco mode, which automatically conserves energy if the drive is inactive for a certain period of time
- This drive is recyclable and ROHS-compliant
The Professional Choice for Functional and User-Centric Features
- With the preloaded LaCie Desktop Manager, you can easily configure the shortcut button to launch the application of your choice in one push and configure your drive's eco mode
- The two-color front LED indicator allows you to easily check the drive's status
- For a simple and user-friendly backup and file retrieval, LaCie's also included the Genie Backup Assistant software and Intego Backup Assistant software with data restore for Windows and Mac computers
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| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Interface |
2x FireWire 800 (9-pin) port 1x USB 3.0 port (USB 2.0 compatible) 1x eSATA 3Gbps port |
| Drive Speed | 7200rpm |
| Buffer | 32MB |
| Data Transfer Rate |
FireWire 800: up to 800Mbps USB 3.0: up to 5Gbps eSATA 3Gbps: up to 3Gbps USB 2.0: up to 480Mbps |
| Maximum Transfer Rate |
Maximum Bus Speed FireWire 800: up to 85MB/s USB 3.0: up to 130MB/s USB 2.0: up to 35MB/s eSATA 3Gbps: up to 115MB/s Note: These maximum transfer rates were achieved using Blackmagic Disk Speed Test. Performance test system: Windows 7 32-bit, Intel Core i7 860, 2 x Corsair XMS3 DDR3 PC16000 CL9 2GB. Burst transfer rates vary from one computer to another and may vary slightly from one drive to another. Average speed is usually lower depending on host configuration |
| System Requirements |
Computer with an USB 3.0, USB 2.0, eSATA 3Gb/s, FireWire 800, or FireWire 400 port Latest version of Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 / Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6 or greater Minimum free disk space: 600MB recommended Note: Mac OS X does not natively support USB 3.0; however, LaCie offers a USB 3.0 PCI Express Card and USB 3.0 ExpressCard/34 that can provide a Mac with a USB 3.0 port. In addition to the card, you must also install the USB 3.0 driver for Macs from LaCie. |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Mounting | Upright or horizontally |
| Power Requirements | Not specified by the manufacturer |
| Environmental Requirements | Not specified by the manufacturer |
| RoHS Compliant | Yes |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 2.3 x 6.6 x 7.2" / 6 x 16.8 x 18.3 cm |
| Weight | 3.7 lb / 1.7 kg |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 26 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
80%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Attractive (9)
- Easy to set up (9)
- Easy to use (9)
- Large capacity / good size (9)
- Quiet (8)
Cons
- Freezes or crashes (3)
Best Uses
- Back-up (9)
- Additional storage (8)
- Photo storage (7)
- Multimedia (6)
- File transfer (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Power user (8), Casual user (3)
- Primary use:
- Business (15), Personal (9)
- Computer Platform:
- Mac (26)
Most Liked Positive Review
Good External Hard Drive
I've bought 3 of these so far. One was DOA, but LaCie was very professional and quick about replacing it (they even covered return shipping). I'm no drive expert, but these drives ...Read complete review
I've bought 3 of these so far. One was DOA, but LaCie was very professional and quick about replacing it (they even covered return shipping). I'm no drive expert, but these drives work, and they're fast. I only use them for backup purposes, but I'm constantly writing to them. So far they've been very reliable. Word of caution--the Intego Backup Assistant (apparently not developed by LaCie, but packaged with the drive) has caused my computer to experience problems booting and shutting down, so I can't say I love that software, and actually plan on uninstalling it. But the drives themselves seem to be very high quality, and I plan to buy more of them as my business grows.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Beware the sleep mode on a Mac
We've bought a lot of these LaCie drives for a busy post production department, and one thing we really liked was that they would not "sleep" when not being accessed. No time-wasting...Read complete review
We've bought a lot of these LaCie drives for a busy post production department, and one thing we really liked was that they would not "sleep" when not being accessed. No time-wasting power-up, power-down issues when playing through a FCP or Avid timeline. However, this new USB 3.0, v3 Quadra defaults to sleeping after 30 minutes of inactivity on a Mac. The Energy Saver utility in System Preferences will not fix this problem. I have contacted LaCie and they are working on a firmware upgrade to these v3 drives, but in the meantime we are not purchasing these for editing. This applies to both the 1TB and 2TB versions.
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
Have been using on an iMac with firewire.
Flawless performance for the past three years.
It just works, just like a Mac!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- Photo Storage
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
I use the LaCie to store my raw files and finished work. So far it has caused no problems and does what it should that is all we can ask.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
I use my 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra 3.0 with my MacBook Pro. I was a little worried after reading reviews about it not functioning with Macs after waking from sleep mode, but I'm happy to say that I have not had any issues. I was concerned that I had received a used or refurbished version when there was no shrink wrap on the product box and was only held shut by a round piece of tape that looked resealed, but I was assured that it was new. Here's hoping...
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
Great drive, works well. Definitely a quality product. As always, I enjoyed doing business with B&H.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
LaCie is the best brand for video editing in my opinion!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
I use this for very heavy audio production work and have had no issues either with this drive or with my other Lacie drives.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
These drives are easy to set up, you can daisy chain them. They work very well with Superduper software.
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
I use it for storage. I have many LaCies and they never fail me.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
I've bought 3 of these so far. One was DOA, but LaCie was very professional and quick about replacing it (they even covered return shipping). I'm no drive expert, but these drives work, and they're fast. I only use them for backup purposes, but I'm constantly writing to them. So far they've been very reliable. Word of caution--the Intego Backup Assistant (apparently not developed by LaCie, but packaged with the drive) has caused my computer to experience problems booting and shutting down, so I can't say I love that software, and actually plan on uninstalling it. But the drives themselves seem to be very high quality, and I plan to buy more of them as my business grows.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Compatibility with FCP
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
It's only been a week, so far so good. But a week is far too soon to know if something is a lemon or just not good.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
Cons
- Noisy
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
Attractive design, fast transfer speeds and relatively quiet
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Multimedia
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
I've bought over 80 Quadra drives over the past 4 years and only had one fail. No complaints with this product.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
Cons
- Freezes or Crashes
- Freezes When Daisy Chain
Best Uses
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
Have many hard drives over last decade, and over 10 from LaCie. Most perform admirably - still have a 20GB portable Lacie from around 2000 that works to this day (over $200 when purchased!). But this model has been freezing whenever I daisy chain another hard drive (it has two firewire 800 ports - so obviously its designed with this use in mind). If I plug the other HD in before connecting this one to the computer there is no problem. But if i have this HD plugged in and decide to plug in a second hard drive using the LaCie's 2nd FW800 port it freezes up. I've been hot-swapping daisy chained LaCie HD's for years and suddenly this is a problem?
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
I use one for desktop backup and one for laptop backup. The third one I just bought for audio sample library storage. Lacie drives have served me and two other people I know doing audio production well. I have a very old Lacie drive that still works and two portable Rugged Lacie drives. I had one older Lacie drive fail but it had a lot of use and was pretty old as well it did so gracefully allowing me to back it up before it eventually died. My only other issue was when I ordered my second Rugged drive it was sold as 7200 rpm but when I got it the included material clearly had 5200rpm blacked out. When I called Lacie they assured me that the model # was 7200rpm. I noticed the drive got much hotter than my first one when in use. After speaking to a tech he suggested I exchange it, which I did unfortunately it still gets very hot. Though I haven't used it very much I haven't had any problems with it. In the time I've had have had most of these drive I've had two out of three Western Digital drives fail without warning.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy back up
- Easy set up
Cons
Best Uses
- Multimedia
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
Use for main external video drive.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy to Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
Used mostly with protools and storage space.
very fast. Quality construction.
so far, so good.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy install
- Versatile
Cons
- Have to plug in for power
Best Uses
- General storage
- Large files
- Multimedia
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
I use this for general storage, high res photos and some video. The FireWire 800does a great job with all of it. It's a reliable product and works great with Macs. It's a little bulky but looks really sleek on your desk. I now have two of them and will upgrade to one with Thunderbolt soon.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
- Easy to Customize
- Easy to Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Backup
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
I have always relied on the Lacie products and have never been disappointed. If you need a reliable backup external drive, I would definitely recommend this.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy to Customize
- Easy to Navigate
Cons
Best Uses
- Multimedia
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
Easy to set up, easy to use - couldn't ask for more!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Multimedia
Comments about 1TB LaCie d2 Quadra with USB 3.0:
I bought this hard drive because i had gotten the impression from people who owned them that they are great for macintosh computers. Fast easy, fordable. I am so disappointed with it. It makes my computer run extremely slow and is very loud. I will never buy another one
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
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What's in the Box
- SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Cable (USB 2.0 Compatible)
- eSATA-to-eSATA Cable
- FireWire 800 (9-pin) Cable
- External Power Supply
- Drive Stand for Upright Use
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