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- Page 1 LaCie 2big Dock Thunderbolt 3 User Manual Model: Click here to access an up-to-date online version of this document. You will also find the most recent content as well as expandable illustrations, easier navigation, and search capability.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Cont ent s Cont ent s 1 Regulatory Compliance ................... . - Page 3 ......................... . Step 2 – Connect LaCie 2big Dock to your com puter .
- Page 4 ......................... . Sign in to LaCie RAID Manager .
- Page 5 Pro blem: My file transfers are to o slo w. Pro blem: I co nnected LaCie 2big Do ck to my co mputer but it do es no t po wer o n and I canno t see the device in LaCie RAID .
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Page 6: Regulatory Compliance
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or LaCie 2big Do ck Thunderbo lt 3 8/9/17... -
Page 7: Industry Canada
EN 60950-1:2006/AC:2011: Information technology equipment - Safety - Part 1: General requirements EN 55022: 2010/AC:2011: Information technology equipment - Radio disturbance characteristics Limits and methods of measurement EN 55024: 2010: Information technology equipment - Immunity characteristics - Limits and methods of measurement LaCie 2big Do ck Thunderbo lt 3 8/9/17... - Page 8 Hereby, LaCie, declares that this direct attached storage device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2004/5/EC. Español Por medio de la presente LaCie declara que el direct attached storage device cumple con [Spanish] los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 2004/5/CE.
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Page 9: Power Source
Slovensko LaCie izjavlja, da je at direct attached storage device v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in [Slovenian] ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 2004/104/ES. Slovensky LaCie týmto vyhlasuje, že direct attached storage device spĺňa základné požiadavky a [Slovak] všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 2004/104/ES. -
Page 10: Introduction
The LaCie 2big Dock delivers everything you expect from LaCie products—high capacity, lighting-fast speeds, and enterprise-class drives. Port by port, slot by slot, the LaCie 2big Dock is a powerful docking station that gives back to you everything that modern laptops took away. The result: a creative space that’s entirely streamlined. -
Page 11: Minimum Computer System Requirements
Minimum computer system requirements The minimum operating system for your computer differs based upon the port you are using. Choose your port and connect your LaCie device to a computer that meets the following minimum system requirements. Thunderbolt 3 macOS® 10.12 or later Windows 10 or later USB 3.1... -
Page 12: Features
Features The LaCie 2big Dock Thunderbolt 3 provides high-end performance with USB-C and dual Thunderbolt 3 connection ports, powerful docking features to quickly access and import files from other devices, and a DisplayPort expansion port for video output. Connec on Dual Thunderbolt 3 connection ports—Each port provides transfer rates up to 40Gb/s bidirectional and... -
Page 13: Thunderbolt 3 Features And Support
DisplayPort 1.1 and 1.2a Thunderbolt 20Gb/s and Thunderbolt 40Gb/s Ethernet (with adapter) Non-Thunderbolt 3 devices that feature USB-C ports can be connected to the Thunderbolt 3 port to terminate a daisy chain. LaCie 2big Do ck Thunderbo lt 3 8/9/17... -
Page 14: System Overview
System Overview Storage management LaCie 2big Dock storage is managed by the LaCie RAID Manager software utility. See Manage RAID for more information. Specifica ons Enclosure dimensions Side Dimensions (mm / in) Width 118 / 4.6 Height 93.3 / 3.7 Length 217 / 8.5... -
Page 15: Electrical
Electrical Power supply: 100-240VAC; 50/60Hz; 60W Note on the power supply: Use the included power cable with the LaCie 2big Dock Thunderbolt Views Front view 1. Status LED—The LED indicates that the device is powered on and provides status signals. See Operation. - Page 16 RAID configuration. See Operation. 2. Power input—Use this port to connect the power cable. Only use the power cable included with your LaCie 2big Dock Thunderbolt 3. Attaching third-party or other LaCie power cables with incorrect voltage can damage the device. See Operation.
- Page 17 Important info regarding the ports: The LaCie 2big Dock can be connected to a computer using one of the Thunderbolt 3 ports or the USB 3.1 port. Connect the device to only one computer using a single cable—do not use the Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1 ports at the same time. Do not do any of the following: Connect both Thunderbolt 3 ports to a single computer.
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Page 18: System Leds
The LaCie 2big Dock Thunderbolt 3 LEDs provide information on the system status. LED loca ons 1. Front—System status 2. Side—Hard drive status LED behavior The list of colors below helps you identify the general status of your LaCie 2big Dock. Color State Solid blue Ready... - Page 19 Technical note regarding power-saving mode and Windows: The device can be placed into power-saving mode on PC’s running Windows 8 or higher. However, it is possible that the LED will remain off rather than flash blue every 10 seconds. LaCie 2big Do ck Thunderbo lt 3 8/9/17...
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Page 20: Cables
Thunderbolt 3 (2 ports) USB 3.1 Gen 2 (1 port) Thunderbolt 3 includes support for DisplayPort up to 5K. You can connect LaCie 2big Dock to any USB-C or USB Type A port but transfer rates vary. See below for more details. -
Page 21: Easy To Connect
Cable end (Thunderbolt 3) The Thunderbolt 3 cable can also be used to connect the USB 3.1 (USB-C Gen 2) port on the LaCie 2big Dock to a USB 3.1 (USB-C Gen 2) port on your computer. USB 3.1 Gen 2 can attain up to 10Gb/s as opposed to USB 3.0 at 5Gb/s and USB 2.0 at 480Mb/s. - Page 22 Caution: Due to poor construction, many third-party USB-C cables can cause irreparable harm to devices such as your computer and LaCie device. LaCie is not responsible for damage to your LaCie 2big Dock Thunderbolt 3 caused by third-party cables.
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Page 23: Connect Your Lacie 2Big Dock Thunderbolt 3
Thunderbolt 3 Windows and Thunderbolt 3 Your LaCie Thunderbolt 3 storage device is certified for use with Windows PCs that have a Thunderbolt 3 port. However, you may experience connectivity issues between the storage device and the Thunderbolt 3 port on a Windows PC. Therefore, before setting up your LaCie Thunderbolt 3 storage device, please visit your PC manufacturer’s website to update your Windows PC to the latest versions of:... -
Page 24: Thunderbo Lt 3 Co Nnectio N
USB 3.1 Gen 1 or 2 connec on PC or Mac with a USB-C port The Thunderbolt 3 cable can be used to connect the USB 3.1 (USB-C) port on the LaCie 2big Dock to a USB 3.1 (USB-C) port on your computer. -
Page 25: Pc Or Mac With A Usb 3.0 Or Usb 2.0 Port (Type A)
2. PC or Mac (USB Type-A end) Step 3 - Power connec on Only use the power cable provided with your device. Attaching third-party or other LaCie power cables can damage your device. LaCie 2big Do ck Thunderbo lt 3... -
Page 26: Storage Format
When first connecting the device, the disks must be configured and formatted since Windows does not support HFS+. You must use LaCie RAID Manager to delete the current RAID array and create a new one. Once you’ve created the new array, you will need to partition and format it. See Formatting and Partitioning for details. -
Page 27: Operation
Power on In most instances, the LaCie 2big Dock powers on automatically when connected to a computer and an active power source. However, the power button can be used to power on the device if the following two conditions are met: The device was powered off using a long press . -
Page 28: Power-Saving Mode: Daisy Chain
To wake up the device, apply another short press. Power-saving mode: daisy chain You can daisy chain Thunderbolt 3 technology devices when the LaCie 2big Dock is in power-saving mode. Though the hard drive spins down when the device enters power-saving mode, the Thunderbolt signal remains constant—daisy-chained devices continue data operations without interruption. -
Page 29: Short Push
A long push is a manual depression on the button that lasts more than four seconds. When the product is operating, a long push will cut the power to the LaCie 2big Dock, forcing it to shut down immediately. A long push is not recommended for general use as it may result in data loss. - Page 30 Posi on and stacking Always make certain to place LaCie 2big Dock on a flat, even surface designed to support the heat output and airflow of a professional hard disk enclosure. For proper heat dissipation, LaCie 2big Dock is designed to stand on its rubber feet, situated on the bottom of the enclosure.
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Page 31: Docking Features
Docking Features The LaCie 2big Dock provides you with convenient means of managing your creative digital content. Insert SD and CompactFlash cards to transfer files for safe storage. Connect smartphones, cameras, and other devices to the USB 3.0 hub to access content. -
Page 32: Com Pactflash (Cf) Revision 6.0 Type I (Udma 7) Mem Ory Card Reader
The USB 3.0 hub delivers 5W of power to connected phones and other devices. Use the hub to transfer files from digital cameras and other drives. Connec ng a device to the USB 3.0 hub LaCie 2big Do ck Thunderbo lt 3 8/9/17... - Page 33 1. Make sure that the device is not being accessed. 2. Using a Finder or Explorer window, eject the device volume. 3. Remove the USB 3.0 end of the cable from the port. LaCie 2big Do ck Thunderbo lt 3 8/9/17...
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Page 34: Expansion Port
Connec ng the DisplayPort 1. Insert the DP 1.2 end of the cable or adapter into the port on the back of the LaCie 2big Dock until it clicks into place. The cable/adapter is now locked into the DP 1.2 port. - Page 35 Disconnec ng the DisplayPort 1. Grasp the DP 1.2 end of the cable or adapter that’s connected to your LaCie 2big Dock. 2. Hold down the release tab with your thumb, and then pull back to remove the cable from the port.
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Page 36: Daisy Chain And Power Delivery
How to daisy chain Connect the cable to one of the interface ports on the back of LaCie 2big Dock and to your computer. The additional port on your device can be used to daisy chain compatible Thunderbolt 3 peripherals, such as hard drives and monitors. -
Page 37: Daisy Chain: Po Wer-Saving Mo De
You can connect compatible devices that support charging via USB-C to the Thunderbolt 3 ports or the USB 3.1 port. A Thunderbolt 3 port on LaCie 2big Dock outputs up to 15W of power, while the USB 3.1 port provides up to 27W of power. The LaCie 2big Dock must receive power via its power cable in order to deliver power to compatible devices. -
Page 38: Manage Raid
Manage RAID Your LaCie 2big Dock can be configured as RAID 0 or RAID 1. Each RAID level has its own advantages: RAID level Capacity Protection Speed Factory default RAID 0 100% None Excellent Yes RAID 1 Excellent Good RAID 0—Data is not duplicated on both hard drives in RAID 0. This results in faster transfers and more storage, since the full capacity of both drives can be used to store unique data. -
Page 39: Device
- Create or delete an array, and view information on your current RAID configuration. Array - View and manage your array and disks. Available Disks - When no array is currently configured, the LaCie 2big Dock’s disks are listed here as available for RAID configuration. Device settings - Register your device and change device settings. -
Page 40: Scan Fo R New Devices
Scan for new devices Allow LaCie RAID Manager to scan for new devices connected to your computer. Overview When a compatible device with an array is connected to your computer, the Overview screen provides a summary of information about your RAID array. -
Page 41: Create An Array
Warning: The data cannot be recovered from the LaCie storage device once the array has been deleted. 2. At the prompt, confirm that you want to delete the array by pushing the power button on the back of the device. -
Page 42: Rescan Fo R Devices
For more information about hard drive formats, see Formatting and Partitioning. Rescan for devices If no compatible device is detected, the Overview screen prompts you to connect a LaCie storage device. LaCie 2big Do ck Thunderbo lt 3 8/9/17... -
Page 43: Array
You can initiate the array deletion process from this menu. See Delete an array above for a description of the process. View disk details Click on a Disk icon to view disk details. LaCie 2big Do ck Thunderbo lt 3 8/9/17... -
Page 44: Device Settings
Device se ngs Click Device settings to change settings for your LaCie 2big Dock. Change device name To change the name of your device: 1. Click on the Edit icon to change the name of the device. LaCie 2big Do ck Thunderbo lt 3... -
Page 45: Register Yo Ur Device
Click on the arrow to select a different language for LaCie RAID Manager. Change autostart se ng When enabled (default setting), LaCie RAID Manager starts automatically after you sign in to your computer. Click the toggle to change the autostart setting. -
Page 46: Custom Server
Email se ngs LaCie RAID Manager can send you email updates on the health and status of your device. Make certain that your computer has internet access and that LaCie RAID Manager remains open in order to send the email notifications. -
Page 47: Updates
To check for updates, click Check now. Your computer must have access to the internet to check for updates. Use system proxy se ngs LaCie RAID Manager searches for updates using your PC or Mac's internet connection. If your computer uses LaCie 2big Do ck Thunderbo lt 3 8/9/17... - Page 48 Use system proxy settings. Recent no fica ons Click the Bell icon to view a list of recent events. Click View all notifications to go to the Notifications screen. LaCie 2big Do ck Thunderbo lt 3 8/9/17...
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Page 49: Hard Drive Maintenance
LaCie Direct Attached Storage devices in the big family. It’s not necessary to power down the device to replace a single hard drive. Important info: Replace a faulty hard drive with a hard drive of equal or greater capacity. - Page 50 SATA connector. Once it is loose, hold the hard drive with both hands as you remove it from the slot. 3. If you are replacing a failed hard drive with a full disk tray, skip to Step 4. Continue here if you are LaCie 2big Do ck Thunderbo lt 3 8/9/17...
- Page 51 Keep the SATA connector facing to the right. The four screw slots should align with the disk’s four screw holes. LaCie 2big Do ck Thunderbo lt 3 8/9/17...
- Page 52 Forcing the screws too tight into the slots can make it difficult to remove them later and strip the screws' teeth. 4. Carefully insert the full disk tray into the empty disk slot. Gently push the disk tray handle until you feel it snap into place. LaCie 2big Do ck Thunderbo lt 3 8/9/17...
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Page 53: Lacie 2Big Dock Enclosure: Non-Serviceable Components
When replacing hard drives that are members of an active RAID array, the hard drive LEDs blink red and blue indicating that the RAID is synchronizing data. You can continue to use the LaCie 2big Dock storage but performance is reduced until the synchronization is complete. -
Page 54: Formatting And Partitioning
Note to Windows users: When first connecting the device, the disks must be configured and formatted since Windows does not support HFS+. You must use LaCie RAID Manager to delete the current RAID array and create a new one. To learn more about using LaCie RAID Manager with your 2big Dock, see Manage RAID. -
Page 55: Os X Version 10.9 To 10.10
1. Open the Finder and go to Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility. 2. In the sidebar to the left, select the LaCie 2big Dock drive that shows the capacity. 3. In the Disk Utility window, select the Partition tab. - Page 56 2. Go to Search and then type diskmgmt.msc. In the search results, double click Disk Management. 3. From the list of storage devices in the middle of the Disk Management window, locate your LaCie device. 4. The partition must be available to format. If it is currently formatted, right click on the partion and then choose Delete.
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Page 57: Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the device connected to Hi-Speed USB 2.0 on your computer or hub? A: If your hard drive is connected to a USB 2.0 port, the slower performance is normal. LaCie 2big Dock USB performance is significantly better when it is connected to a USB 3.1 port or a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port. -
Page 58: Problem: I Want To Change The Raid Level
Thunderbolt 3, make sure that one end of your Thunderbolt 3 cable is connected to one of the Thunderbolt 3 ports on LaCie 2big Dock, and the other end of the cable is connected to a Thunderbolt 3 port on your computer. -
Page 59: Pro Blem: I'm Receiving File Transfer Erro R Messages
Q: Why does my HDMI display not work correctly when connected to the DisplayPort expansion port? A: The DisplayPort 1.2 on your LaCie 2big Dock does not support DP++ to HDMI adapters. If you do not have a DP 1.2 to HDMI adapter but still want to connect to an HDMI display, it’s recommended that you daisy chain your LaCie 2big Dock to the display using a USB-C to HDMI adapter (not included). -
Page 60: Windows
If you're uncertain that your drive is listed, safely unplug it and then reconnect it. The entry that changes is your LaCie hard drive. Q: Is your drive listed next to an unusual icon? A: Windows Device Manager usually provides information about failures with peripherals.
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