Frequently Asked Questions; All Users; Problem: My File Transfers Are Too Slow - LaCie Rugged Secure User Manual

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For help setting up and using your LaCie hard drive, review the frequently asked questions below. For
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All users

Problem: I'm enabling security, and I get an "Incorrect code" error
when I enter my secure code (SID)
Q: Did you correctly enter uppercase letters?
A: The secure code (SID) provided by the factor is case-sensitive. Letters that appear in uppercase on the
insert in your package must be entered in Toolkit in uppercase:
Q: Are you enabling security after formatting the drive?
A: If you disabled security and then later formatted the drive, you'll have to go through the security setup
sequence again. You'll be prompted to enter the secure code
password you created when you initially enabled
included with your package.
Problem: My file transfers are too slow
Q: Are both ends of the USB cable firmly attached?
A: Review troubleshooting tips for cable connections below:
Check both ends of the USB cable and make sure that they are fully seated in their respective ports.
Try disconnecting the cable, waiting 10 seconds, and then reconnecting it.
Try a different USB cable.
Q: Are there other USB devices connected to the same port or hub?
A: Disconnect other USB devices and see if the hard drive's performance improves.
Problem: I have an older computer with USB 3.0 (Type A) ports
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security, and not the secure code found on the insert
(SID)—however, you should enter the