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LaCie Rugged Secure 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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Add to this the drop, rain, and shock protection that Rugged drives are famous for, and you get a drive that vigilantly protects your data. Review this user manual for instructions on how to set up your Rugged SECURE and begin securely storing your data with AES-256 hardware encryption.
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2: Protected against falling drops of water, if the case is disposed up to 15 from vertical. LaCie Rugged SECURE is also protected when it is dropped from heights up to 1.2 meters / 4 feet (in non- operating mode).
SuperSpeed USB 3.0 transfer rates up to 5Gb/s Hi-Speed USB 2.0 transfer rates up to 480Mb/s The USB-C port on the LaCie Rugged SECURE is USB 3.1 Gen 1. You can connect your Rugged SECURE to any USB-C port on your computer. USB 3.1 (USB-C) cable...
STEP 2 - Set up LaCie Rugged SECURE An internet connection is required to install the Toolkit app. 1. Using a file manager such as File Explorer or Finder, open LaCie Rugged SECURE and launch Start Here Win or Start Here Mac.
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2. Follow the onscreen instructions to register your device and install the Toolkit app, which you’ll need to enable security for LaCie Rugged SECURE. Toolkit is required in order to enable security for LaCie Rugged SECURE. Be sure to install Toolkit ...
Create a plan customized for the content, storage device, and schedule of your choosing. Click here for details on setting up a backup plan. Op mize disk performance LaCie Rugged SECURE is preformatted exFAT. If you use the drive with only one type of computer, you can...
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Formatting erases everything on the storage device. LaCie strongly recommends that you back up all data on your storage device before performing the steps below. LaCie is not responsible for any data lost due to formatting, partitioning, or using a Seagate storage device.
Works with iPad USB-C Your LaCie storage devices can be used with higher-end iPads. This is a great option for moving files between computers, cloud services and external storage. The iPad is also a perfect mobile editing station for importing media to more advanced imaging and video apps.
Safely Remove Device From Your Computer Always eject a storage drive from your computer before physically disconnecting it. Your computer must perform filing and housekeeping operations on the drive before it is removed. Therefore, if you unplug the drive without using the operating system’s software, your files can become corrupt or damaged. Windows Use the Safely Remove tool to eject a device.
Op onal Forma ng and Par oning Your device is preformatted exFAT (Extended File Allocation Table) for compatibility with both Mac and Windows computers. Choosing a file system format When choosing a file system format, consider whether compatibility or performance is more important in your everyday use of the drive.
default. APFS (Apple File System) is an Apple file system optimized for solid state drives (SSDs) and flash-based storage systems, though it also works with hard disk drives (HDDs). It was first introduced with the release of macOS High Sierra (version 10.13). APFS can only be read by Macs running High Sierra or later. When choosing between Apple file systems, consider the following: Windows cannot natively read or write to APFS or HFS+ volumes.
Frequently asked ques ons For help setting up and using your LaCie hard drive, review the frequently asked questions below. For additional support resources, go to LaCie customer support. All users Problem: I’m enabling security, and I get an “Incorrect code” error...
Q: Did you get an error message telling you that the drive has been disconnected when coming out of sleep mode? A: Ignore this message since the drive remounts on the desktop despite the pop-up. LaCie drives conserve power by spinning down when you set your computer to sleep mode. When the computer awakes from...
(+) icon to view the full list of devices. 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 hard drive listed next to an unusual icon? A: Windows Device Manager usually provides information about failures with peripherals.
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An unusual icon next to the hard drive can reveal a problem. For example, instead of the normal icon based on the type of device, it has an exclamation point, question mark or an X. Right click this icon and then choose Properties.
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