The LaCie Rugged Mini Portable Hard Drive provides 1.5TB of space for storing your data. In addition, the drive, as its name suggests, has a hard-boiled design that can stand up to the hazards of daily living. In fact, this drive can take a fall from up to 47.2" (non-operating mode) without harm to the drive or your information. The Rugged Mini is also pressure-resistant and rain-resistant as well. However, the familiar orange trim probably already told you that.
Being tough is one thing, but the Rugged Mini is also a true performer. The drive features a USB 3.0 interface - which is also USB 2.0 compliant - and a transfer rate of up to 5GB/s. When it comes to RPMs, the drive functions at 5400 rotations per minute. Beyond speed, the Rugged Mini has security on its agenda. The LaCie Private-Public software that comes built-into the drive ensures that you can keep private files private with the help of a password protected section of the drive. Additional features like Automatic Backup and 10GB of free storage on Wuala's Online Storage also give you peace-of-mind when it comes to your data.
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|---|---|
| Capacity | 1.5TB |
| Interface | USB 3.0USB 2.0 compatible |
| Interface / Transfer Rate (Max) | USB 3.0: Up to 5GB/sUSB 2.0: Up to 480Mbps |
| Disk Speed (RPM) | 5400 |
| System Requirements |
Computer with a USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 portHigh-speed Internet for online storage Latest version of Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 / Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6Minimum free disk space: 600MB recommendedFor USB 3.0 Mac compatibility: Mac Pro with LaCie USB 3.0 PCI Express Card (requires available PCI Express slot)MacBook Pro with LaCie USB 3.0 ExpressCard/34 (requires available ExpressCard/34 slot) |
| General | |
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| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 3.5 x 5.5 x 0.98" / 89 x 139.5 x 25mm |
| Weight | 10.6 oz / 300 g |
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Comments about LaCie Rugged Mini Portable Hard Drive (1.5TB):
excellent backup drives. been using lacie backup drives for years. these "rugged" drives have proven themselves in many drops and rolls.
good price for the storage and ruggedness. firewire are fast & usb 3.0 is also. usb 2.0 speeds are ok.
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Comments about LaCie Rugged Mini Portable Hard Drive (1.5TB):
Lots of space in a small package, takes wear and tear well, good choice.
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Comments about LaCie Rugged Mini Portable Hard Drive (1.5TB):
This hard drive is slightly smaller than the last generation of Rugged portables. It also has higher capacity than the last ruggeds I purchased. I use this hard drive as the dedicated TIME MACHING BACKUP for my MacBook Pro.
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Comments about LaCie Rugged Mini Portable Hard Drive (1.5TB):
I use this as my portable back up. It has been only a few weeks into this. Looks very solid. Small and looks very portable.
The reason I bought this is because my previous external HD crashed just because of a small fall. I am hoping that this will live to its claim.
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Comments about LaCie Rugged Mini Portable Hard Drive (1.5TB):
Overall very good drive from a reliable company. Its fast, and packed with the storage space of a big drive in a mini enclosure. Then to top it off, its rugged technology allows it to withstand the wear and tear that comes from everyday use. Great Product!
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Comments about LaCie Rugged Mini Portable Hard Drive (1.5TB):
When I was looking for an external hd I knew I needed a rugged one. I do a lot of out door work in and out of trucks. First day of use I dropped it out of a semi not knowing it I left on a test drive. I returned to it sitting in a parking lot where it had clearly been run over not even and scratch on it. I am impressed.
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Comments about LaCie Rugged Mini Portable Hard Drive (1.5TB):
It was an easy and quick install. USB 3 is definately a plus on my pc. I then plugged it into my mac and it worked just fine too. It feels sturdy. Not as small as I thought it might be.
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Comments about LaCie Rugged Mini Portable Hard Drive (1.5TB):
Works, large size drive, USB 3.0, small in size.
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Comments about LaCie Rugged Mini Portable Hard Drive (1.5TB):
The hard drive didn't immediately hooked up to my computer, but the people at LaCie were able to talk me through it. Now it works! its small and very fast.
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Comments about LaCie Rugged Mini Portable Hard Drive (1.5TB):
We purchase a Lacie drive every year and they continue to get better and smaller every year.
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